Career Vacancies at University of Kwazulu Natal

Job description

• The successful candidate will conceptualise and implement a sub-study aligned with the WEATHER project's objectives, which will form the basis of their Master's research
• Within the first six months, the candidate must enrol in a Master's degree program
• Key responsibilities include tracking and reporting project activities, ensuring timely collection and quality assurance of data, performing data cleaning and biostatistical analyses, and interpreting results for dissemination
• The candidate will actively participate in sharing findings through conferences, workshops, seminars, and publications, fostering meaningful collaborations with the WEATHER team and fellow postgraduate students

Minimum requirements

• Holders of an Honours degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or Health Informatics
• Have the academic achievement of >65% in Honours degree
• Interested in public health, biostatistics, health data science
• Have skills in data management, programming, data analysis and visualization
• Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence in South Africa
• South African citizen

Essential Requirements:

• A strong foundation in mathematics, statistics or computing
• Good skills in computer programming, with experience of at least one high-level programming language (e.g. Python/R)
• Experience of Data Quality Management and use of Data Quality Management Tools
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in working within multinational collaborations

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Job description

• The School seeks to build the knowledge base of its various disciplines through teaching, research, academic leadership and mentoring, the administration of teaching activities, and relevant community engagement

Minimum requirements

Minimum requirement is an undergraduate South African law degree

• A relevant doctoral degree
• At least six (6) years of relevant working experience in teaching, lecturing, research, or industry in the discipline
• A sustained record of impactful and quality research in the form of peer-reviewed publications (book chapters, journal articles, monographs, or equivalent) in DHET/SAPSE-accredited outlets
• A sustained record of successful supervision of masters and doctoral students over the last five (5) years
• A sustained record of attracting research grants from external sources or participation in international research projects in the last five (5) years
• Evidence of providing service in leadership positions in the University such as Academic Leader, Programme Coordinator, or equivalent leadership positions
• Evidence of serving on approved University Committees such as Senate, College Academic Affairs Board, School Board, or equivalent committees
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement programmes or evidence of rendering services based on expertise in the discipline to colleagues, communities and organisations

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be required to:

• Develop and implement UKZN’s internationalisation strategy in line with institutional goals.
• Manage international partnerships, agreements, and collaboration frameworks, including due diligence and implementation oversight.
• Support inbound and outbound student mobility programmes, including Erasmus , university-wide exchanges, and short-term study abroad schemes.
• Provide operational leadership for international student support services, including orientation, integration, and liaison with key units such as student services and academic administration.
• Coordinate institutional support for international visitors, academic delegations, and diplomatic engagements.
• Represent UKZN in relevant national, regional, and international education forums and associations.
• Lead a team responsible for international relations, mobility coordination, and international student support.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant immigration regulations and international education policies.
• Manage internationalisation events, strategic reporting, and stakeholder engagement across Colleges and Divisions.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Honours and or Postgraduate qualification (NQF8), in International Relations, Global Studies, Higher Education, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in international higher education, global engagement, or international partnership development, with at least two (2) years in a leadership or managerial role focused on internationalisation or international relations.
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating Erasmus programmes or equivalent mobility frameworks.
• Proven understanding of global higher education trends, internationalisation policies, and regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of immigration regulations, including study permits, visa requirements, and student compliance issues.
• Experience in international student support and managing stakeholder relations across institutional and national levels.
• Experience in developing and implementing international academic programmes (e.g. summer/winter schools), including coordination and, where applicable, sourcing of funding.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and to work after hours and over weekends as required.

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Job description

• The School seeks to build the knowledge base of its various disciplines through teaching, research, academic leadership and mentoring, the administration of teaching activities, and relevant community engagement

Minimum requirements

A minimum requirement for all posts is an undergraduate South African law degree.

• A relevant doctoral degree, or a relevant master’s degree plus admission as a legal practitioner (advocate or attorney)
• At least three (3) years of relevant working experience in teaching, lecturing, research, or industry in the discipline
• A record of important and quality research in the form of peer-reviewed publications (books, chapters in books, journal articles, or equivalent) in DHET/SAPSE-accredited outlets
• A record of successful supervision of masters or doctoral students over the last five (5) years
• Evidence of participation as a team member in a grant or submission of a grant application as a Principal Investigator or co-Principal Investigator
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement programmes or evidence of rendering services based on expertise in the discipline to colleagues, communities and organisations

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of UKZN’s creative and digital content strategy.
• Oversee and ensure the integrity of web content, digital assets, and brand consistency across platforms.
• Provide editorial direction and ensure quality assurance for institutional publications.
• Supervise and mentor unit heads responsible for design, content, and publications.
• Drive innovation, collaboration, and strategic alignment in all creative outputs.

Minimum requirements

• Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma (NQF8) in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in digital content, branding, or publication management, including at least two (2) years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary creative teams and deliver high-quality, on-brand digital and print content.
• Experience within a higher education or large institutional environment will be advantageous.

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Job description

• The Registrar provides leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and management of activities and systems related to the provision of legal, statutory, administrative, institutional administration, and secretarial services to the Council, the Institutional Forum, the Senate, and their sub-committees, as well as the Executive Management Committee
• This position is also responsible for student academic administration, the management and coordination of graduation ceremonies, legal and statutory compliance, health and safety compliance, institutional security management services, and the management of institutional archives
• The Registrar also provides leadership and oversight of Campus Security Services, which incorporates the portfolio of Health and Safety compliance
• The role calls for considerable university administrative and general management skills. This is a highly complex and demanding position requiring considerable drive, intellectual flexibility, team leadership and managerial abilities, as well as identification with the University’s value systems

The Registrar will be responsible for the following:

• Legal Services, Administrative and Statutory Compliance
• Institutional Administration and Secretarial Services
• Student Academic Administration and Management of Graduations
• Institutional Archive and Document Repository Service
• Campus Security Services and Health and Safety Compliance
• Providing Administrative Leadership
• Deputy Information Officer for the purposes of POPIA, PAIA and PAJA
• Internal Audit, Forensic Services, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Institutional Planning

Minimum requirements

• Master’s Degree
• Eight (8) years proven managerial and leadership experience in a higher education environment
• Five (5) years managerial and/or leadership experience and demonstrated ability at a strategic level in the management of a complex large division/department/unit with a diverse workforce and portfolio (not necessarily additional to aforementioned 8 years’ experience)
• An in-depth knowledge and experience of, as well as demonstrated competencies, in the most effective processes of Academic Administration
• Knowledge of Higher Education Act and other related legislation
• Working knowledge of administrative, contract and copyright law
• Knowledge of USAF/CHE/SAUVCA/SAQA/NQF/HEQC policy matters
• An understanding of OHS legislation would be an advantage

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Key Responsibilities

The appointed individual will be expected to:

• Develop interactive, high-quality web applications for major institutional events and functional platforms using .NET (VB and C#), HTML, and CSS.
• Design and implement responsive web templates for UKZN websites, including the optimisation of graphics for both web and other digital mediums.
• Maintain and update top-level institutional webpages, ensuring timely publication of news and events, while also supporting over 250 sub-sites (including support divisions and the Innerweb).
• Create, manage, and maintain websites for Colleges, Schools, Units, and Centres using WordPress, and provide specialist consultation, hands-on training, and technical support to internal web administrators.
• Design and distribute the University’s electronic newsletters on a weekly basis, ensuring high-quality visual layout, consistency, and branding.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a related field (e.g. Information Technology, Web Design, Digital Media).
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in a similar role (as a Webmaster), preferably within a higher education, research, or corporate communications environment.
• Proven management and supervisory experience is essential, with the ability to coordinate workflows and support a distributed team.
• A valid Code 08 driver’s licence, as the role requires travel across UKZN campuses.
• Four (4) years of demonstrated experience in website development using 

CMS and writing web applications, including: 

• Proven ability in developing and debugging online applications using Visual Studio .NET, including Web Portals, Database Design, and Stored Procedures for dynamic applications.
• Experience working in a Windows Server environment, with the ability to manage IIS and website deployment procedures.
• Strong graphic design skills, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Web Premium) or similar tools.

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• The incumbent will oversee, manage, and provide operational leadership for all procurement activities across the university.
• This role ensures that the implementation of procurement processes adhere to university’s policies and procedures and local and national regulations and reflect best practices while achieving cost efficiencies, fostering innovation, and upholding high ethical standards.
• The Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient procurement operations and contribute to the university’s vision, mission and goals 
• This position will report to the Director Procurement

Minimum requirements

• A relevant 3-year degree (NQF 7) with specialisation in Supply Chain Management or related field, At least seven (7) years’ relevant experience in a large procurement environment, two (2) of which must have been at management level, preferably within a tertiary education or public sector environment.
• Sound knowledge of South African procurement laws and regulations, including the PFMA, PPPFA, and related frameworks.
• Experience in managing tender and bid processes, contract negotiation, and supplier performance.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of professional procurement staff.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain (MCIPS)
• Preferably, more than 7 years’ experience in an integrated procurement environment.
• A postgraduate in Supply Chain qualification (NQF 8) will be advantageous.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the College’s annual marketing and publicity strategy.
• Manage internal and external communications, media relations, and crisis communication.
• Lead and coordinate events and campaigns to raise the College’s profile.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders including media, feeder schools, alumni, funders, and partners.
• Oversee the development and production of publications and marketing materials.
• Manage the PR unit’s budget and lead a team of three permanent staff.

Minimum requirements

• Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma (NQF8), preferably in Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in marketing and communications, with at least two (2) years at management level.
• Demonstrable experience in event management, media liaison, content development, and publications.
• A valid driver’s licence is essential.
• Preferably, to have at least three (3) years’ experience in a university marketing and communications environment. 

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The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Services):

• Manages the administration of the Directorate of Students Services (SSD) for the University of KwaZulu-Natal, serves as an advocate for students, and shares information with students, colleagues, and other interested parties that promote student success, and wellbeing
• The incumbent is a full member of the senior leadership team, serves on the Executive Management Committee, and reports to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal. With other members of the Executive Management Committee, the Pro Vice-Chancellor will lead the creation of a culture of learning and engagement for UKZN students by applying student development theories and learning outcomes that promote students' academic and personal success, thereby increasing UKZN student employability

Minimum requirements

• A Masters Degree that is in a Discipline that is recognised by the University of KwaZulu-Natal
• Fifteen (15) year of relevant and appropriate experience of which eight (8) need to have been at a Senior management level
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of student funding, financial aid, student discipline, student accommodation and student wellness programmes
• Experience of interaction with student governance in higher education and an understanding of student culture in a transforming institution

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Job description

• The role is responsible for the strategic direction, coordination and management of the University’s provision of student residences.
• It provides leadership to ensure appropriate, diverse, compliant, safe and financially sustainable living and learning residences. 
• Ensures proper and effective communication in relation to DSRA matters, internally and externally.

Minimum requirements

• A Masters Degree in any recognised discipline by UKZN .
• A minimum of ten (10) years’ management experience, of which five (5) should be at a senior management level. and three (3) of these in the management of residence operations.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of residence operations.
• Demonstrated negotiation and crisis intervention skills.
• A valid and unendorsed drivers’ licence.
• Experience in managing and maintaining a large budget.

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• The incumbent will be responsible for providing financial management services which includes budgeting and financial reporting for professional services.
• This includes approving expenses, preparing monthly reports of expenditure against budget. Liaising with various budget holders and advising them of budget availability and processing of budget reallocations and overrides.
• This also includes ensuring that there is proper financial reporting for commercial debtors, year-end commitments and facilitate the processing of insurance claims and ensuring that the University has adequate insurance cover. 
• This position will report to the Director Finance Operations

Minimum requirements

• A Degree in Financial accounting AND an Honours in Accounting or equivalent AND a completed 3-year CA training programme (i.e. articles).
• Chartered Accountant South Africa – CA (SA).
• At least 5 years post articles experience of which 3 years should have been at managerial level.
• Experience with managing large teams (at least 10 people).

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Job description

• The incumbent(s) would be required to provide sign language services for students attending lectures, to provide support to academic staff as well as support staff, and contribute to the development of academic South African Sign Language under the guidance of the Disability Support Unit.

Minimum requirements

• A 3-year degree or equivalent post-school qualification.
• Four (4) years’ education interpreting experience (Portfolio of experience to be submitted, including references).
• SASLI Level 2 or equivalent (NQF 7) qualification – from accredited Higher Education Institution.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be required to:

• Develop and implement an integrated internal communications strategy aligned with institutional priorities.
• Lead and manage a cross-functional internal communications team, including coordination with College-based teams and the oversight of internal events.
• Manage key internal communication platforms and channels, including staff and student newsletters, the intranet, and digital signage.
• Oversee the planning and execution of major institutional events, ensuring alignment with UKZN’s brand, tone, and strategic messaging.
• Draft strategic messages for executive leadership and lead internal campaigns that build institutional culture and connectedness.
• Monitor and evaluate communication and engagement effectiveness through analytics and stakeholder feedback.

Minimum requirements

• An Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma(NQF8) in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in internal communications, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial role, specifically leading internal communications and events functions in a complex organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in managing institutional events, staff communication platforms, and leading internal campaigns.
• A sound understanding of the higher education landscape, with demonstrated experience working in a university or comparable institutional environment.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between campuses, and to work after hours and on weekends as required.

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Job description

• Management of procurement processes and vendors
• Policy implementation and compliance monitoring
• Stakeholder collaboration and contract management
• Preferential procurement compliance monitoring and reporting
• The incumbent will report to the Manager: Procurement

Minimum requirements

• Three-year (3) Diploma in Procurement/ supply chain management.
• Five years (5) experience in Public Procurement/Buying.
• Knowledge Procurement laws, regulations and best practices including keeping abreast of new developments and changes.
• Experience in Management of large and complex procurement processes.
• Knowledge of Preferential procurement compliance.
• Experience in Supplier management, negotiation, and contract management.
• Proven Appropiate Computer Skills.
• Knowledge of ITS system will be an added advantage.