Careers at Central University of Technology, Free State

Ref 2781

Main purpose of the job

• To develop academic material and lecture in allocated subjects for own and other programmes and to execute appropriate community projects

Main tasks

• Teaching, learning and assessment 
• Research
• Student evaluation 
• Control and organisation
• Administration and leadership
• Community service/engagement
• Subject fields(s)
• Construction Management │ Construction Project Management │Property Evaluation Practice │Built Environment related modules

Minimum
Qualification/ Knowledge and/or
Experience
To be appointed as Associate Professor:

• A relevant SAQA approved Doctorate level degree (i.e. D Tech / PhD / D. Ed./ NQF 10 or equivalent) in Construction Management or Construction Project Management or Built Environment.
• At least six years’ teaching/lecturing experience in the relevant subject field.

Evidence of research output, post-graduate supervision, and presentations at national and international conferences in line with CUT’s promotion requirements, which require:

• 3.0 credit units at the Senior Lecturer level or 4.5 cumulative credit units (books, chapters in books, articles in accredited journals, papers published in peer-reviewed conference proceedings, patents, etc.)
• Three completed master’s degrees as main supervisor; OR two completed doctorates (as main supervisor) at Senior Lecturer level OR four completed master’s degrees OR three cumulative completed doctorates (as main supervisor) OR at least one completed master’s degree (as main supervisor) and at least 9.0 cumulative credit units
• Ten cumulative presentations/papers at conferences, of which at least three cumulative presentations/posters at an international conference
• Lead/manage at least one research project
• Nature of appointment Permanent Academic

Minimum salary scale
(Total Cost to Company)
R 1 124 437 per annum (Associate Professor)
R 979 931 per annum (Senior Lecturer)

What are wenlooking for?
Minimum
Qualification/nKnowledge & Experience
To be appointed as Senior Lecturer:

• A relevant SAQA approved Doctorate level degree (i.e. D Tech / PhD / D. Ed./ NQF10 or equivalent) in Construction Management or Construction Project Management or Built Environment.
• At least four years’ teaching/lecturing experience in the relevant subject field.

Evidence of research output, post-graduate supervision, and presentations at national and international conferences in line with CUT’s promotion requirements, which require:

• 1.5 credit outputs (books, chapters in books, articles in accredited journals, papers published in peer-reviewed conference proceedings, patents, etc.).
• Two completed master’s degrees as co-supervisor; or one completed master’s degree as supervisor. (Not applicable if the applicant already has a minimum of 2.0 publication, research or innovation credit outputs at Lecturer level).
• Four cumulative presentations/papers at conferences, of which at one should be an international presentation/paper (international conferences held in South Africa are also regarded as international conferences).
• Involvement in at least one community project (related to the teaching and learning and the research and innovation curriculum).

Desired
Qualification, Knowledge And/Or Experience
To be appointed as Associate Professor:

• Peer reviewed publication track record in the field of specialisation (h-index or i10).
• Visible engagement in a relevant research community.
• Evidence of the acquisition of research grants from local and international sources.
• In possession of, a teaching qualification in higher education.
• In possession of a National Research Foundation Rating (NRF rating is an added advantage)
• Evidence of the ability to lecture at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of interaction/engagement with professional community and the society.
• Evidence of work experience in multicultural environment is an asset.
• Evidence of relevant industry experience is an asset.
• Registration as a Pr. QS with the SACQSP.
• Registration as Pr. CPM or Pr. CM with the SACPCMP.
• Evidence of the ability to lecture at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels

Deadline: 8/22/2025

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Ref 894

Main purpose of the job

• The Chief Information Officer (CIO) leads the university-wide Information Technology (IT) and serves as the principal technology leader for the University. This role is responsible for providing the vision and strategic leadership pertaining to the delivery of information technology strategies across the University, enabling the technology-based student learning experience and Employee productivity. The role directs the planning and implementation of enterprise-wide IT systems in support of institutional operations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the academic project and the quality of the service. This individual is responsible for all aspects of the organisation's information technology and systems.
• As the Chief Information Officer, the role is principally responsible for driving Digital Transformation across the institution.

Main tasks

• Strategy & operational planning 2. Provide leadership & guidance in relation to the implementation, monitoring & evaluation of the digital transformation strategy
• Acquisition, deployment & maintenance pertaining to fit-for-purpose technologies
• Operational Management
• Vendor management
• Financial planning & expenditure management
• Manage the performance & development of staff
• IT governance & management reports
• Nature of appointment Five (5) year fixed-term Support Services

Minimum salary scale
(Total Cost to Company)
R 1 801 169 per annum

What are we looking for?
Desired Qualification, Knowledge And/Or Experience

• Master’s degree (NQF 9) or equivalent qualification in Computer Science / Information Systems / Management or any other information technologyrelated field.
• Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, of which ten (10) should be in management of an ICT environment.
• Five (5) years of proven experience as a Chief Information Officer (CIO).
• Proven experience in IT planning, organisation, and development.
• Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Understanding of ICT Governance.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously.

Deadline: 8/8/2025