Career Opportunities at North West University

POST DESCRIPTION

The Nuclear Engineering research group within the Unit for Energy and Technology Systems is looking for qualified candidates to apply for a post-doctoral fellow position. We are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to conduct research in computational nuclear engineering analysis. The position involves the compilation and use of open-source nuclear engineering codes, with appropriate comparisons for verification and validation. The nuclear systems under study are Small Modular Reactor (SMR) cores of the LWR and HTR types. The prospective candidate must be able to plan and conduct research, document, and publish the results in peer-reviewed literature.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Relevant PhD degree obtained within five years before the appointment as a postdoctoral fellow.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• Experience with neutronic, thermal-hydraulic and fuel performance code coupling
• Ability to program in C and Fortran
• Experience with running Nuclear Reactor Analysis computer codes in Linux and Windows operating systems
• Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering or related field
• Record of publications
• Excellent communications skills and team work ability.

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Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Geography and Environmental studies.
 
Research

•  Research in the field of Geography and Environmental Education with appropriate publications.

Community Engagement
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Professional Teacher’s qualification in Education (NQF Level 6 – 8).
• An honours degree in Geography or Environmental Studies Education (NQF Level 8)
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching Geography and Environmental Education in school or a higher education institution.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A bachelor’s degree in Physical Geography Education.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of teaching in different modes of delivery.
• Computer proficient – command of Word, Power point and Excel.
• Experience of Efundi will be beneficial.
• Language proficiency to function in a multilingual environment.
• Teaching experience at primary/secondary/tertiary level.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Good interpersonal relations.
• The ability to work with large groups of people.
• Ability to adhere to timelines and deadlines.
• Good communication skills (verbal, written and use of technology.
• Language skills in order to function in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.
• Ability to work independent, problem solving, systematically and innovative.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.

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Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Management and Leadership.
•    Financial Reporting.
•    Treasury: Manage the Money Market Investments (and cash flow) ensure that the NWU receives maximum returns within the approved risks.
•    Management of Earmarked Grants.
•    Management of the Kuali Financial System (KFS).
•    Tax Services.
•    Management of the Asset Register.
•    Risk and compliance management

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

•    Computer literacy (MS Office as well as email and internet).
•    Up to date knowledge regarding requirements that must be adhered to – by law (VAT etc.), department/section (DHET) requirements, standards (IFRS), institution policies (NWU), etc.
•     Ability to multi-task and still function effectively under pressure - ensuring accurate work at all times.
•     Excellent time management, organisational skills, as well as the ability to prioritise.
•     Language proficiency to function optimally.
•     Sound knowledge of financial systems and relevant experience.
•     Good management qualities and planning skills.
•     Ability to exercise financial discipline.
•     Must be results orientated.
•     Experience in the establishment of financial management and control systems.
•     Advanced decision-making skills and problem solving.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

•     Must have integrity and maintain excellent ethics and values.
•     Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
•     Independent and responsible functioning; sound judgement and creative thinking.
•     Precise and accurate working method.
•     Must also be able to function well in a team, and ability to lead a team effectively.
•     Be professional at all times, maintaining good interpersonal relations
•     Excellent time management skills

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•      A B. Com Honours (CTA) degree (NQF level 8) in Accountancy.
•      A minimum of 5 years’ financial management and control systems experience.
•      A minimum of 3 years’ Articles/internship experience at an audit firm.
•      A minimum of 3 years’ management experience in a financial environment.
•      Must have SAIPA /SAICA membership.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

•      A M. Com (NQF level 9) in Accountancy.
•      A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a university environment.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The employee will be expected to contribute significantly to the teaching effort of the department, school, faculty, other organisational units or an interdisciplinary area. An academic at this level is also expected to play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning

LECTURER:

• The conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions and studio sessions.
• Initiation and development of subject material.

SENIOR LECTURER:

• The conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions.
• Conduct Teaching and Learning productivity, output and quality aligned to the Teaching and Learning Plan
• Enable technology and new developments to enhance the offering of Teaching and Learning.
• Recommend academic development to improve teaching and learning outputs.
• Drive and grow international collaboration.
• Partaking in student communication and support activities.
• Initiation and development of subject material.

Development and Supervision

• The preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars.
• Supervision of the program of study of postgraduate students engaged in course work.
• Teaching activities include initiating and developing unit materials and may include the supervision of postgraduate students.

Research and Innovation

LECTURER:

• Supervision of major honours or postgraduate research projects.
• The conduct of research.
• Involvement in professional activity.

SENIOR LECTURER:

• Supervision of Masters’ and PhD students.
• The conduct of research.
• Involvement in professional activities.
• Drive research productivity, output and quality aligned to the Research Plan.

Development of Course materials

• Development of course material with appropriate advice from and support of more senior employees.
• Marking and assessment.
• Consultation with students.

Minimum requirements

LECTURER:

• A Master’s degree in Economics (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ lecturing experience plus a minimum of one research publication in an accredited journal. 

SENIOR LECTURER:

• A PhD degree in Economics (NQF level 10).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ lecturing experience.
• At least two research publications in an accredited journal.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

LECTURER:

• Professional membership with ESSA.
• Proven contributions in conference proceedings.
• Post-graduate supervision.

SENIOR LECTURER:

• Professional membership with ESSA.
• Proven contributions in conference proceedings.
• Post-graduate supervision.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of Mathematical Economics and Econometrics at postgraduate level.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet.
• Knowledge in Statistical software (Eviews and stata).
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research outputs.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaboration environment. 

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The School of Communication Studies at the NWU (Potchefstroom Campus) has one vacancy for a junior lecturer (honours degree) / lecturer (master’s degree) in the vibrant and dynamic field of communication, subject field journalism and media studies.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching:

• Teach introductory and advanced level courses to a diverse student body, including skills as well as specialty courses in journalism, commercial (i.e. mass media) and corporate (i.e.internal) journalism.
• Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses/topics in introductory reporting and news writing; advanced news writing magazine and feature writing; multimedia storytelling; news design, radio and social media.
• Should be able to teach news writing in English and Afrikaans.
• Teach general communication courses.
• At least three to five year’s experience in the news industry will serve as a strong recommendation as the school follows an authentic learning model where students practice digital journalism in real life as part of the curriculum.
• Experience in creating different types of digital media for news will serve as a strong recommendation.
• Experience in using online learning management systems for presentation of lesson content and assessment.
• Bring enthusiasm and strong pedagogy to teaching; engage in a practical, hands-on program of teaching; and provide strong mentoring to students.
• Provide curricular leadership in the journalism programme.
• Teaching introductory and advanced level courses.
• Engage in scholarly and creative activities.
• Provide service to the institution.
• Provide service to the community and advise to students

Curriculum development :

• Contribute to curricular revision to reflect the latest trends in the field, and to build and expand the journalism subject group across all campuses.

Scholarly work:

• Participation in research projects with colleagues 

 Administration and other tasks:

• Responsible for all administrative tasks with regards to the above, with an emphasis on journalism and media studies.
• Study guide development and update.
• Student marks and assessment.
• Share responsibility for committee and department assignments as required.
• Participate in services related to the life of the school and community.

Minimum requirements:

• An honours degree in communication with specialisation in journalism and media studies.
• A master’s degree in communication with specialisation in journalism and media studies.
• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience with master’s degree in communication with specialisation in journalism and media studies.
• A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in practical experience as a journalist.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• SACOMM membership.
•  A minimum of 5 years’ work experience with master’s degree in communication with specialisation in journalism and media studies.
• A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in practical experience as a journalist.

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)

• Within higher education to be able to apply all journalistic programmes offered at NWU.
• Within industry-related environments including areas such as journalism, writing, editing, design, social media, data visualisation and analysis, multimedia storytelling and magazine journalism. Experience in broadcast journalism and editorial management a plus.
• Sound understanding of the broad communication discipline.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Team player within groups.
• Sound relations with colleagues .
• Able to work independently.
• Strong work ethic.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• This positions forms part of the ITC Operations & Infrastructure group and focus on the planning implementing and deployment of IT systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Technical specialism: Maintains an in-depth knowledge of specific technical specialisms and provides expert advice regarding their application. Can supervise specialist technical consultancy. The specialism can be any aspect of information or communication technology, technique, method, and product or application area.
•  Emerging technology monitoring: Maintains awareness of opportunities provided by new technology to address challenges or to enable new ways of working. Within own sphere of influence, works to further organisational goals, by the use of emerging technologies and products. Contributes to briefings and presentations about their relevance and potential value to the organisation.
• Project management: Defines, documents and carries out small projects or sub-projects (typically less than six months, with limited budget, limited interdependency with other projects, and no significant strategic impact), alone or with a small team, actively participating in all phases. Identifies, assesses and manages risks to the success of the project. Prepares realistic plans (including quality, risk and communications plans) and tracks activities against the project schedule, providing regular and accurate reports to stakeholders as appropriate. Monitors costs, timescales and resources used, and takes action where these deviate from agreed tolerances. Ensures that own projects are formally closed and, where appropriate, subsequently reviewed, and that lessons learned are recorded.
• Systems installation/decommissioning: Undertakes routine installations and de-installations of items of hardware and/or software. Takes action to ensure targets are met within established safety and quality procedures, including, where appropriate, handover to the client. Conducts tests of hardware and/or software using supplied test procedures and diagnostic tools. Corrects malfunctions, calling on other experienced colleagues and external resources if required. Documents details of all hardware/software items that have been installed and removed so that configuration management records can be updated. Develops installation procedures and standards, and schedules installation work. Provides specialist guidance and advice to less experienced colleagues to ensure best use is made of available assets, and to maintain or improve the installation service.
• Capacity management: Monitors service component capacity and initiates actions to resolve any shortfalls according to agreed procedures. Applies techniques to modify demand for a particular resource or service.
• Configuration management: Manages configuration items (CIs) and related information. Applies and maintains tools, techniques and processes for identification, classification and control of CIs and ensuring related information is complete, current and accurate.
• Release and deployment: Assesses and analyses release components. Provides input to scheduling. Carries out the builds and tests in coordination with testers and component specialists maintaining and administering the tools and methods – manual or automatic - and ensuring, where possible, information exchange with configuration management. Ensures release processes and procedures are maintained.
• System software:Reviews system software updates and identifies those that merit action. Tailors system software to maximise hardware functionality. Installs and tests new versions of system software. Investigates and coordinates the resolution of potential and actual service problems. Prepares and maintains operational documentation for system software. Advises on the correct and effective use of system software.
• Applications support: Identifies and resolves issues with applications, following agreed procedures. Uses application management software and tools to collect agreed performance statistics. Carries out agreed applications maintenance tasks.
• Database administration: Uses database management system software and tools to investigate problems and collect performance statistics and create reports. Carries out routine configuration/installation and reconfiguration of database and related products.
• Supplier relationship management: Collects performance data and investigates problems. Monitors and reports on supplier performance, customer satisfaction, and market intelligence. Resolves or escalates problems. Implements supplier service improvement actions and programmes. Monitors performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Information Technology OR an Advanced Diploma (NQF level 6) in Information Technology with a minimum of 2 years’ experience OR 6 years equivalent IT Certifications with relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in systems project management.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in an enterprise IT environment.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Technical specialism (Level 5)
• Emerging technology monitoring (Level 4)
• Project management (Level 4)
• Systems installation/decommissioning (Level 4)
• Capacity management (Level 4)
• Configuration management (Level 5)
• System software (Level 5)
• Applications support (Level 5)
• Database administration (Level 5)
• Supplier relationship management (Level 5)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Autonomy - Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability. Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy. Plans own work to meet given objectives and processes.
• Influence - Influences team and specialist peers internally. Influences customers at account level and suppliers. Has some responsibility for the work of others and for the allocation of resources. Participates in external activities related to own specialism. Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives.
• Complexity - Performs a broad range of complex technical or professional work activities, in a variety of contexts. Investigates, defines and resolves complex problems.
• · Business skills - Selects appropriately from applicable standards, methods, tools and applications. Demonstrates an analytical and systematic approach to problem solving. Communicates fluently orally and in writing, and can present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who share common objectives. Plans, schedules and monitors work to meet time and quality targets and in accordance with relevant legislation and procedures. Rapidly absorbs new technical information and applies it effectively. Has a good appreciation of the wider field of information systems, their use in relevant employment areas and how they relate to the business activities of the employer or client. Maintains an awareness of developing technologies and their application and takes some responsibility for personal development.
   

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Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME

• Maintaining knowledge, skills, and competencies in a discipline/field relevant to Midwifery and in effective teaching and learning practices in that discipline/field.
• Designing, developing, evaluating, and improving curricula.
• Utilise knowledge of contemporary, evidence-based teaching and learning practices to develop education resources in the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus); develop, coordinate and deliver courses and programs designed for flexible delivery using a range of teaching and learning methodologies within the
• Undergraduate Programme within the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus); coordinate the timely delivery of modules including the preparation and delivery of lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, assessment and
• marking; coordination of module review and re-development processes; provide timely academic counselling and advice to students; develop a network of contacts to support and contribute to the delivery and development of modules; and
• work with the staff at the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus) in the smooth operation of the undergraduate programme.
• Provide service to the University by contributing to the definition and achievement of its goal and enable it to be a healthy organisation.
• This includes being a member of university committees and working parties, as well as taking on roles such as key coordination roles within the University.

 
SIMULATION LABORATORY:

• Engaging the Community and Industry by liaising with relevant stakeholders including Industry, government, university, education and community bodies and the South African Nursing Council.
• And to initiate, foster and enhance national links with relevant industry, government, university and community bodies that can assist in the advancement of the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus).
• Sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice

 
 ADMINISTRATION:

• Research and Scholarship by conducting research and disseminate research outcomes in a relevant and appropriate manner; attract and supervise higher degree students; enhance the research profile of the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom).
• A track record of research activity, including refereed publications, external grants; and a number of post graduate students delivered.
• Developing and maintaining strategic and productive partnerships, connections and relationships with people, groups and organisations at local, national and international levels.
• Developing and exploiting intellectual property.
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment that is conductive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement in research

 
PROFESSIONAL NURSING PRACTICE

• Management and Administration by planning, reviewing and managing resources to facilitate teaching and learning in the School; advise and support on innovation and good practice in teaching and learning and research
• Represent the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus) in relevant internal and external groups, meetings and committees as appropriate
• Contribute to the development of the school through academic leadership and participation in strategic

 
 COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Initiatives; and actively participate in the performance engagement process and development activities.

 
 INCIDENTS

• The practical accompaniment of students at different clinical accredited facilities as allocated to the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom campus) undergraduate programme.

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)

•  Provide service to the North-West University (Potchefstroom) by contributing to the definition and achievement of its goals and enable it to be a healthy organisation.
•  This includes being a member or chair of university committees and working parties, as well as taking on roles such as key coordination
• roles within the University
•  Developing and maintaining strategic and productive partnerships, connections and relationships with people, groups and organisations at local, national and international levels.
•  Act as moderator to North-West College of Nursing (Klerksdorp) within subject specific modules according to task agreement arrangements
•  Candidate must be willing to accompany students in various accredited practical settings affiliated to the School of Nursing Science, Potchefstroom campus
•  Communicating appropriately and effectively with students, other staff and individuals inside and outside
•  the University
•  A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

 
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal and communications skills including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Computer literacy, with the ability to use various Microsoft programmes e.g., emails, internet
• Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment
• The ability to function effectively under pressure
• The ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations and function effectively as part of a team
• The ability to function internally and externally on various levels
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU

Minimum requirements

• A Nursing degree with General Nursing Science, Midwifery, Community and Psychiatric Nursing Science.
• A degree or Diploma in Nursing Education
• A PhD in Nursing.
• A degree or diploma in Advanced Midwifery.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (Assessor and Moderator).
• A minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience in a tertiary environment as Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Professor.
• A minimum of 5 years’ clinical experience as a Professional Nurse.
• Supervised a minimum of 1 master’s student to completion.
• Assisted a minimum of 1 student in PhD promotion.
• A minimum of 2 peer reviewed publications/articles. 

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To effectively maintain safety and security on the NWU Vanderbijlpark campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

   Strategy Development

• Implement the NWU strategy on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
• Be accountable for successful implementation of the overall NWU strategy.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders with regards to protection services through various mediums. Prepare and present formal and informal security briefings to members of the NWU (Vanderbijlpark Campus).

   Crime Information Management

• Ensure that crime, incidents, and information be disseminated to relevant authorities.
• Management of the interpretation of Crime threat analysis and the utilisation, interpreting and reporting thereof. 
• Manage that criminal profiles and field observations be established.
• Ensure that crime information, crime maps and matrixes are interpreted, and that information be gathered to identify flash points, hot spots (where), peak times (when) and find explanations (why) crimes take place within the NWU. 
• Ensure that crime information be recorded on CHASE, CAS, and Information register.

.   Crime Prevention and Operations

• Ensure that members report on, and off duty as prescribed on the SOP.
• Ensuring that all employees have clear work allocations and instructions.
• Ensuring the delivery of effective patrolling/access and access control to ensure a safe campus environment to the best interest of the NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus. Service providers must be visited to ensure compliance and report any defects.
• Ensure that all incident reported must be raised ion Chase.
• Ensure that all administrative duties of the control room are efficiently completed.
• Ensure that resource management is done efficiently.

   Security

• To ensure that physical crime prevention measures are conducted within regulations and policy directives.
• Ensuring the identifying of high-risk buildings and assets.
• To ensure that all requirements are met concerning legislation, law on disaster management, health and safety at sports and special events/protest actions.
• Ensure adherence and compliance on service level agreement between protection services and relevant stakeholders including overseeing outsource security services.

     Training and Development

• Identify training needs for NWU (Vanderbijlpark Campus) Protection Officers and Control room Operators.

   SPECIAL EVENTS AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

• Ensure, manage, and coordinate the maintenance of firefighting and fire equipment.
• Ensure, manage, and coordinate a basic medical service to service the three campuses of the NWU · Ensure and manage the provision of emergency services during special occasions risks.
• Ensure the management of Special Events in accordance with relevant legislation.

   Disaster Management

• Compliance to allocated function from the disaster management plan to ensure immediate response to relevant disasters.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders an incident response and management plan of catastrophic incidences

  Management and Leadership

• Joint accountability with leadership team for the management effectiveness of the NWU protection services Security.
• Values based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.

Minimum requirements

• A diploma or degree in Security Management or equivalent (NQF level 6/7).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a seasoned Security Officer.
• PSIRA registered.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Intermediate – Advanced computer literacy skills (Microsoft Office: Word and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication (by radio and telephone) skills to effectively function within a multicultural and multiannual environment.
• Ability to work according to planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals. Complet4e and maintain an accurate pocketbook and incident documentation.
• Complete and conduct regular visitations, seizure(s), and present evidence to internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform reactive service once alarms are triggered.
• Advanced interpersonal and investigation skills.
• Effective planning, organizing and execution skill with reference to traffic and access control.
• The ability to facilitate opening and closing of buildings.
• The identification and reporting of Occupational Health and Safety risks and hazards.
• Search query services.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• The proven ability or work with precision under pressure.
• Excellent judgement skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Customers service orientated.
• Excellent time management skills Excellent analytical skills.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Undergraduate Modules
• Teaching and Supervision: Postgraduate
• Research Publications
• Community Service
• Study Guide and Material Development
• Support of Research Entity
• Initiating and Planning of Strategic Research Initiatives

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in Curriculum Studies (NQF 9).
• Employed (a minimum of 5 years) in the field of higher education.
• Proven and comprehensive teaching and research experience in higher education.
• Author of a substantial number of accredited research articles/books/chapters in the field.
• Supervisor of completed masters and PhD studies

Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)

• Have a proven record of presenting at/attending relevant national and international conferences

Behavioural Competencies

• Team worker.
• Good interpersonal relations.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Subject Group Public Management and Governance seeks to fill the position of Associate Professor. This is a senior appointment and requires mature candidates who understand the discipline of Public Administration. A strong teaching and learning role that encompasses curriculum development for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies, research and innovation that demonstrates a strong publication record in accredited journals and community engagement experiences serve as key requirements. The candidate needs to play a scholarly leadership role to mentor and support young scholars and undertake administrative leadership.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning:

• Teaching, learning & administering of allocated modules and courses. This role includes taking leadership on curriculum matters within the School.

Research and Innovation:

• To be able to publish at least two Journal articles in DHET-accredited journals or Scopus-indexed journals annually. The candidate should be able to supervise masters and doctoral candidates to completion.

 Community Engagement:

• Effective participation and initiating community engagement projects

Attraction of Grant

• The applicant must have been able to attract a research grant

Mentorship

• Track record of students mentored and those currently under mentorship

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Public Administration (NQF 10).
•  A minimum of 6 years’ teaching, learning and research experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ involvement in community engagement.
• A track record of completed masters and doctoral candidate is required.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Professional memberships for example: South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM), Association of Southern African Schools and Departments of Public Administration and Management (ASSADPAM), African Association of Public Administration and Management (AAPAM), International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IASIA).

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)

• Possess a depth and breadth of specialist knowledge demonstrated in academic area of the core knowledge relating to Public Administration in order to teach and support learning on Public Administration courses and modules. The applicant must have supervised to completion (cumulative) a minimum of three postgraduate students (Master’s or PhDs); He/she must be an active researcher who have a minimum of ten (10) publication in accredited journals. The applicant must also show evidence of a strong community service initiatives and activities. He/she must be active or registered with the relevant professional body where applicable.
• Practical administrative experience, and experience to lead discourses in Public Administration. The applicant will be expected to provide academic leadership and mentorship, teach, and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, organise and guide research programmes, stage seminars, undertake further research in his/her area of specialisation as well as mobilise resources and high-level scholarship. He/she will also be expected to participate in University, Faculty and School activities such as curriculum development among other administrative duties.
• Consistent track record of excellent teaching across a variety of modules and levels within Public Administration discipline, with a PhD degree in Public Administration.
• Possesses three years of post-qualification experience at the University level and teaching experience and show evidence of scholarship as attested to by publications (at least ten journal articles) in accredited journals in the field of Public Administration, including supervision of honours and master as well as PhD students.
• Adequate understanding and application of HEQF framework in a university environment.
• Involvement in community engagement initiatives would be a requirement. NRF rating will serve as an added advantage

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Evidence of publication in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
• Academic leadership in curriculum development
• Teaching of honours and undergraduate students as well as the Supervision of honours research projects
• Projecting the good image of the School in terms of recruiting students and maintaining relations with local stakeholders
• Representing the Subject Group in different committee or administrative meetings of the Faculty and School of Government Studies
• Excellent scholarly publications in mainstream journals in international relations and have an impressive record in postgraduate supervision.
• Ability to work with teams as well as actively espousing NWU vision, mission and values at all times.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

A Senior Lecturer is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution, and to carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline. A senior lecturer is expected to make contributions in research and community engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching and learning
• Research
• Community engagement

Minimum requirements

• A SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA qualification PLUS a Master’s degree in Accountancy (NQF Level 9) or a PhD (NQF level 10) in Accountancy.
• Professional accreditation/s with SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA.
• Evidence of supervision or publications.
• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience in an Accounting subject group.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Accounting
•  Auditing
•  Taxation
•   Financial Management
•   Mdac

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Writing skills.
•  Effective communication skills.

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Commencement date:    1 July 2023

Fellowship Amount:       R249 600 p.a. (two hundred forty-nine thousand six hundred rands per annum) paid in monthly instalments.

R20 000 p.a. (twenty thousand rands per annum) for research-related running expenses.

R20 000 once-off (twenty thousand rands) relocation cost.

Where:                            Potchefstroom Campus

Duration:                        1 year (renewable on satisfactory progress)

Minimum requirements: LLD/PhD in Property law/ Environmental law / Water law

A minimum of 2 articles in accredited journals or accredited book chapters, or accredited conference proceedings

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Job description
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced knowledge of general biochemistry and human-related molecular
• Proven competency in basic molecular and techniques such as western plotting
• Experience with advanced molecular biology techniques, specifically CRISPR/Cas9 and siRNA techniques
• Ability to lecture introductory and advanced biochmisrty on a tertiary level with a specific inclination towards teaching molecular biology.
• Capacity to learn various teaching philosophies and the ability to flawlessly adapt teaching and learning approaches when required.
• Excellent computer skills for teaching and learning, administration and research dissemination
• Language proficient in a multi-lingual environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team.
• Ability to function under pressure.
• Natural innovator who strives for “best practice” in both teaching and research.
• Willing to conform to the research focus of the Focus Area for Human Metabolomics.
• Willing to take on administrative and leadership duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching and Learning
• Research
• Community Engagement
• Management

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
• A minimum of 5 years’ Teaching and Learning experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in post-graduate supervision and training.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as active researcher (evident by progressing H-index or NRF rating).

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JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning and Higher Degree supervision      

• Take responsibility for a full teaching load for ALDE/A111 and 122 (and carry out related duties, i.e. marking, guided development of assessments and learning materials). Keep class discipline and adhere to all the requirements for the administration of ALDE/A111 and 122 as required by the NWU rules and policy.

 Personal Research and Innovation and/or Creative Outputs     

• Contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages.

Academic Leadership and Administration
Fulfilling management tasks and duties in service of the university, as the arise.

• Good organisational and administrative skills

Social responsiveness (sharing of expertise and community engagement)  

• Involvement in relevant community engagement projects.      

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

• Cooperate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet the legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

Minimum requirements
LECTURER:

• An applicable Master's degree (NQF level 9) in Afrikaans Linguistics or Applied Linguistics or General Linguistics.
• A minimum of 1- 5 years experience in teaching at a tertiary institution.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:

•       Membership of relevant subject specific societies and organisations.
•        A minimum of 1 to 5 years experience in teaching Academic Literacy or Afrikaans Linguistics or General Linguistics or Applied Linguistics.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Fundamental knowledge of key issues in Academic Literacy.
• Excellent Afrikaans and English language and communication skills.
• Excellent level of computer literacy and LMS development.
• Computer skills, including MS Office, internet and email.
• Knowledge of new and innovative teaching methods: e-learning, multimedia and classroom practice.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Work independently, but also as a team.
• Have very good people skills.
• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Be able to act as a mentor for junior staff.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Ensuring the availability of the Electrical, Electromechanical, and fabrication workspaces that service various programmes and modules within the School and the Faculty. This will include direct involvement in setting up of laboratory practicals, student support in terms of projects, management of staff within the laboratory environment, mentoring of junior staff and students, and the management of ad hoc projects such as refurbishment or capacity extension.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Laboratory availability – New developments as well as maintenance of existing equipment.
• Facilitate and assist lecturers with the preparation and execution of practical assignments associated with the Electrical modules.
• Consult and mentor students with respect to their projects.
• Ensuring occupational safety for everybody in the workshop.
• Managing of infrastructure projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A National Diploma – T3 / S4 in Electrical (NQF 6).
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in Electrical projects (new installations, upgrades and maintenance).
•  A minimum of 5 years’ experience in training people (one-on-one mentoring).
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Team Leader and Project Manager (infrastructure and capital).

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Certified electrician or master electrician of installation.

 FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):

• Electrical installations.
• Software skilled; capable in e.g. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project.
• Discipline specific software e.g. AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, MicroStation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques e.g. 3D printing, Laser cutting, CNC milling - desirable.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Work accurately, quickly, safely and neatly.
• Apply good time management.
• Function autonomously and effectively as part of a team