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Job description

• The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment currently has a vacant post for an Education Specialist.

Responsibilities:

The successful incumbent will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of the faculty. The primary responsibility is the professional and effective management of teaching and learning. This includes:

• Teach, supervise students and conducting research in engineering education and, possibly, in technical disciplinary areas as well.
• Assist and train departments and colleagues on teaching and learning practices, accreditation requirements, module and programme design, and more.
• Produce published articles in accredited, peer reviewed journals.
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative studies of student performance, curriculum analysis, and effectiveness of interventions.
• Designing and implementing processes and standards to maintain and ensure quality of teaching and learning in FEBE programmes.
• Developing and coordinating academic support activities such as First Year Seminars, priority module support programmes, and more.
• Designing and supporting innovative teaching practices in the Faculty.
• Fulfil leadership roles within the faculty.
• Consult with and advise Faculty and University management on engineering education matters.
• Participate in academic and administrative activities (e.g. invigilation, participation in departmental and faculty meetings, etc).
• Participate in community engagement (nationally and internationally e.g. ECSA, SASEE, IFEES etc.).
• Perform ad-hoc duties as and when required.

Minimum requirements

• PhD in Engineering, Engineering Education, or closely related field (NQF 10 or equivalent).
• Track record of engineering education research and development (or scholarship in teaching and learning in engineering).
• Experience with engineering or built environment accreditation processes and requirements.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• High attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure and independent.
• Ability to be a flexible team player with good team-oriented skills.
• Enthusiasm and passion for teaching, research and community engagement.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Professional approach.
• Office and administration Management.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Accuracy, detail, and quality checking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Recommendations:

• Experience designing and implementing innovative teaching and/or curricula for an accredited engineering programme.
• Ability to conduct research utilizing advanced computing and statistical techniques and tools.
• Recognized innovation in teaching and learning for engineering programmes
• International profile in engineering education research (or SOTL in engineering).
• Supervision experience in engineering education or engineering
• Professional registration with ECSA and/or a relevant built environment statutory body.
• Demonstrated interest in academic leadership and collaborative innovation in teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of University systems, structures, policies and procedures

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job description

• The Department of Accounting is a dynamic department aimed at developing accountants and auditors, as well as the future business leaders of industry, locally and globally. We strive to be innovative in cutting edge subject development and research. The Department is actively recruiting for a Professor/Associate Professor (5-year fixed-term contract from date of assumption of duties) to join its dynamic team.

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Developing a research pipeline and undertaking research projects in Auditing And Accounting related fields and stimulating multidisciplinary research.
• Assisting in the implementation of the departmental research strategy performing and encouraging scientific research and fulfilling a mentoring role.
• Supervision of Postgraduate students at Honours, Masters and Doctoral level.
• Lecturing on an undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Organising and administering international conferences.
• Participate in Departmental/School/College committee work.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Auditing.
• A research track record in recognised journals and conference proceedings.
• Proven supervision record at postgraduate level.
• Working experience in the Higher Education environment.
• Knowledgeable in the field of Auditing.
• Extensive experience in organising and administering international conferences.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Computer Literacy.
• Proficiency in English.
• Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal relationships and a team player.
• Analytical and critical thinking.

Recommendations: 

• Multidisciplinary research focus.
• Extensive experience in education.
• Experience with post doctoral research fellows/having been a post doctoral fellow one-self.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job description

• The University of Johannesburg invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Senior Lecturer in the Commercial Accounting Department.
• The applicants to this post are expected to support our programmes by performing full academic duties that include teaching, postgraduate supervision, and research.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Have strong knowledge in the field of IFRS Accounting.
• Lecture accounting at an undergraduate level including setting tests, assignments and examination papers.
• Encourage students' personal development through consultation and tutorials.
• Contribute to activities of the department, the college and university.
• Conduct and publish quality research and participate in conferences.
• Be involved with professional, national and international bodies/boards that are related to his/her discipline.
• Participate in community engagement and societal impact projects.

Minimum requirements

• A Chartered Accountant registered with SAICA or ACCA.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS Accounting Standards.
• Previous experience in teaching and research in Accountancy at University level.
• Appropriate practical experience.
• Proven ability to think critically, analytically, and laterally across disciplines and sectors.
• Fluent in written and oral English communication.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in academic English.
• Good time management skills.
• Good planning and organising skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.

Recommendations:

• A relevant PHD Qualification.
• Ability to conduct research.
• Research experience in relevant subject disciplines.
• Record of relevant academic publications.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job Description:

• We seek a dedicated and hardworking Technical Assistant to support our workshop section operations. The ideal candidate will assist with various tasks, including organizing tools, preparing student practical materials, maintaining equipment, welding, milling, drilling, and ensuring the workshop area is clean and safe. This role is perfect for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to support the smooth running of Civil Engineering Science activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in organizing tools, materials, and equipment for daily workshop activities
• Help maintain the workshop area by cleaning, organizing, and ensuring it is safe for use
• Prepare materials for production or repair, such as cutting, assembling, and measuring items
• Operate basic tools and machinery under supervision
• Assist workshop staff in tasks such as welding, drilling, milling, cutting, machining or assembly as needed
• Monitor inventory of materials and tools, and report shortages to the supervisor
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of tools and machinery
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while in the workshop
• Prepare lab equipment for upcoming research experiments
• Assist students during practical’s and research work

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate.
• Trade Qualification as a Fitter and Turner (essential), or closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 - 4 years’ workshop experience.
• A valid unendorsed driver’s license.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• A proven track record of technical ability, and trouble shooting in a workshop environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Willingness to learn and assist with various tasks.
• Basic welding skills.
• Willing to work overtime when required.
• Evidence of working with lathe, Milling, welding and Hydraulic Machines.
• Sound ability to communicate with students, and staff – as well as in the teaching and learning environment.
• Reporting, and supervisory skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Maintenance, and calibration verification of equipment in laboratories.

Recommendations:

• Trade Qualification as a Fitter and Turner (essential), or closely related field
• Industrial experience in workshop would be advantageous
• Supportive of academic culture, excellence, and research support
• Good technical aptitude, having experience in project work
• Willingness to pursue further studies and register with relevant professional councils - ECSA

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Job description

• The Department of Zoology has a long-standing reputation for excellence in tertiary education and has an established record with research in the fields of aquatic health including toxicology, fish parasitology, fish histology and histopathology, freshwater ecology, cave and groundwater ecology, molecular genetics and systematics, palaeontology as well as comparative respiratory morphology.

Description:

• The department current has a vacant position on a Lecturer level in the field of Zoology/Physiology. Apart from presenting lectures in Zoology and/or Physiology, the appointee will be expected to conduct research, postgraduate supervision and produce accredited research outputs as well as being actively involved in community engagement activities.

Responsibilities:

• Secure and manage internal and external research funds.
• Teaching in Zoology and/or Physiology (undergraduate and Honours level).
• Administrative duties as required by the HOD.
• Conduct research and supervise postgraduate students.
• Establish and sustain research output in peer-reviewed journals.
• Establish national research collaborations.
• Community service and advancing of the discipline.

Minimum requirements

• Academic qualifications: MSc (Zoology, Physiology) or related qualification.
• Record of research outputs in accredited peer reviewed journals.
• Record of supervising at postgraduate level.
• Teaching experience at tertiary level.
• Specialization in a Zoological/Physiological field

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• A team player with a passion for student training and research.
• A problem solver.
• Ability to work independently.
• Resilient.
• Enthusiastic

Recommendations:

• Involvement with SDG and/or 4IR-related research and/or teaching and learning.
• Proven record in securing external research funds.
• NRF Y-rating or close to submission for NRF rating.
• PhD (Zoology, Physiology) or related field.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job Specifications:

• UJ is keen to interview a dynamic, strategically minded individual with the ability to function in a Treasury department. The key responsibility is to administer the corporate credit card portfolio for UJ, to supervise procurement and travel card administration, General Ledger reconciliations on various general ledger accounts and departmental petty cash maintenance. The Accountant is responsible for the management and reporting of financial information, including the collection, processing, recording, reconciliation, and analysis of financial data, verifying the validity, completeness, and accuracy of source documentation and safe keeping of such documents. Maintenance of financial systems within the area of responsibility and communicating with clients and other departments (ongoing meetings and financial advisory).

Responsibilities:

•  Develop and maintain systems and structures that underpin the effective day-to- day financial administration across the client environment. 
• Ensure that university policies and procedures are interpreted and implemented across the faculties and departments. 
• Apply financial management controls within the area of responsibility to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Perform reconciliations within the area of responsibility. 
• Engage internal and external stakeholders aligned to deliverables within the area of responsibility in the resolution of queries. 
• Capture ABSA credit card transactions as informed by assigned deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with regulations (policies, procedures, legislation). 
• Review compilations, invoices (slips) and other supporting documents. 
• Administrate and report on the corporate credit card portfolio, to oversee procurement and travel card administration.
• Compiling of journal entries.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations on various relevant trial balance accounts.
• Petty cash bank account float maintenance
• Providing training on the Visa Intellilink system for credit card allocations.
• Administration of the VISA IntelliLink System(creating/updating user profiles, cost centres and GL accounts as per charts of accounts).
• Ensure that accurate accounting records are maintained.
• Monthly reporting on credit cards, containing but not limited to usage, other activities, new cards issued and closed, and credit limit increases.
• Compile and maintain a transgression register every month to be placed in a central folder for the Senior Manager and Director to access and report.
• Develop and implement relevant Standard Operating Procedures. Monitor and enforce the approved Delegation of Authority Framework.
• Make proactive inputs into policy development and where so instructed, originate complete draft policies for consideration.
• Continuous improvement of processes within the area of responsibility, resulting in efficiency and effectiveness of processes
• Responsible for providing information and coordinating required data and deliverables to ensure an efficient, effective and accurate reporting of transactions to funders or external stakeholders where required.
• Responsible for providing information and coordinating required data and deliverables, when necessary, to ensure that all other audits and external reviews are efficient, effective, and successful. 
• Build and maintain excellent collaborative relationships with all relevant stakeholders.
• Network with fellow professionals in the wider community to ensure currency of professional knowledge and awareness of the UJ Higher Education agenda.
• Where so required, represent the finance department and the university both inside and outside the university, commensurate with the grade of the post and specific skills of the post holder, and as directed by the Finance Leadership Team.
• Develop and implement an electronic filing system to ensure that all source documents are appropriately filed, and files are properly labelled to facilitate the retrieval of documents at any point in time.
• Address ad hoc finance matters. Provide the necessary support to the Senior Manager: Treasury and Finance team
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.

Minimum requirements

• Degree in the finance discipline or relevant qualification (finance-related) (NQF 7).
• Three (3) years of job-related experience.
• Proven Auditing/Analyzing of financial transactions experience.
• Proven advanced knowledge of Accounting/Finance principles and procedures.
• Proven high proficiency of computer literacy, especially MS Excel (analysis of data and complex financial information).
• Proven proficiency in report writing.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent reporting skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Excellent time management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
• Ability to work in a pressurized environment.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Recommendations:

• Higher educational environment experience especially within finance.
• Strong reconciliations experience.
• Experience in computerized financial systems.
• Oracle, ITS and IDU system experience.
• Proficiency in English.

Apply by: 4 July 2025

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Job description

• The University of Johannesburg is actively recruiting for a Professor / Associate Professor in the Department of Finance and Investment Management to join the Investment Management/Quantitative Finance stream.  The Department of Finance and Investment Management is a dynamic multi-disciplinary department offering a variety of qualifications at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and the Bachelor of Commerce in Investment Management (Honours), offered by the Department of Finance and Investment Management, are affiliated with the CFA Institute. The College of Business and Economics is also affiliated with the CAIA association through the programmes offered by the Department of Finance and Investment Management.
• Currently the focus of the Investment Management stream, which the successful candidate will join, is purely Investment Management. However, as there is a shift towards 4IR and the use of ‘big data’ and machine learning, which impacts the way in which investment management decisions are made, the successful candidate will need exposure to software such as Python. In addition, to avail ourselves of the many synergies that exist between the Investment Management and Quantitative Finance streams, the successful candidate will also require a strong background in Maths. 

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Lecture at postgraduate level in the disciplines of  Investment Management and/or Quantitative Finance with special reference to Fund and Portfolio Management, Valuation and Pricing of Assets ( Equity, Derivatives, Fixed Income, Alternatives) and Data Sciences in Finance. 
• Conduct research in the field of investment and finance related topics and regularly publish in accredited academic journals.
• Participate in identified community outreach projects.
• Perform administrative duties as instructed by the HOD or Programme Leader.
• Postgraduate supervision at doctoral and masters’ levels.

Minimum requirements

• A Doctoral Degree (NQF 10) in a Finance or Investment Management related field.
• At least five (5) to ten (10) years’ lecturing experience at a tertiary institution.
• Previous lecturing experience in the relevant subject disciplines.
• An understanding and interest in financial modelling to be applied to the development of trading and investment strategies both in practice and to further curriculum development and research within the Department of Finance and Investment Management.
• Evidence based record of excellence in accredited scholarly research outputs in the field.
• Evidence based record of postgraduate supervision at Doctoral and Masters’ levels.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Good time management skills.
• Good planning and organising skills.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good conflict management skills.

Recommendations:

• An NQF level 8 qualification in Investment Management/ Quantitative Finance/ Actual Science/Financial Mathematics.
• Working knowledge of advanced Finance Software including Python, Eviews, VBA, Bloomberg/Reuters, Refinitiv, IRESS.
• Must be able to interact and mange external stakeholder relationships.
• Industry and practical experience in the relevant subject disciplines.
• Proven ability to conduct research.
• Research experience in relevant subject disciplines.
• CFA® Charterholder.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job description

• The University of Johannesburg is actively recruiting for a Lecturer in the Department of Commercial Accounting.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Teaching and learning: Delivering informative lectures, catering to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.Designing assessments and grading student work accurately and promptly. Contribute proactively to the development of new approaches to teaching, learning and assessments within the subject area as well as practical and programme content.
• Research: Engaging in extensive research, contributing to the development of new knowledge and advancements in the discipline.
• Research Pipeline: Establishing and maintaining a steady research pipeline to ensure consistent and impactful contributions to the academic community.
• Student Supervision: Providing guidance and supervision to Postgraduate students at Honours, Masters levels, fostering their academic and research growth.
• Academic Administration: Assisting in academic administrative tasks and contributing to the efficient functioning of the department. Invigilate during University examinations and assessments. Ensure that students adhere to the University Rules and Regulations.
• Committee Participation: Active involvement in departmental and college-level committees, sharing
  expertise and contributing to the decision-making process.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Master's degree
• Lecturing experience at a reputable higher education institution.
• Knowledge of the online learning environment and ability to use and lecture on an online learner management system.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Good planning, organising and administration skills.
• Good interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills, .
• Good listening skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Self-driven and a lifelong learner.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, students, and community members as well as organizational leaders.
• Proven experience in creating campus and community partnerships.
• Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
• Innovative, proactive, and creative
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment and independently.
• Great presentation skills
• High level of integrity and ethical foundation.
• The ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.
• Must be able to think analytically in order to improve business processes.
• Must be able to multi-task.

Recommendations:

• Currently enrolled/completing a PhD
• Knowledge of the online learning environment
• Evidence of visibility within the academic community
• Supervised research projects of postgraduate students successfully at Honours and Masters levels
• Articulate in quantitative and/or qualitative methodology skills.
• Engagement in research publications and presentations at conferences.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job description

The Incumbent will be expected to:

Responsibilities:

• Monthly submissions and progress reports.
• Relevant presentations per environmental requirements.
• Manage the follow up on outstanding debts.
• Authorise journals and student refunds.
• Manages all operational daily activities on NSFAS accounts.
• Authorise general payments related to NSFAS.
• Prepares monthly reconciliations and sign off on subordinates’ reconciliations.
• Prepare analysis and relevant information for management reporting.
• Prepares close-out process reconciliations.
• Request credit-return files and manage reconciliation and payment thereof.
• Manages Student Finance awareness campaign process in conjunction with the Senior Managers.
• Manages the execution of identified strategies within Student Finance.
• Management of student Financial Aid function of the university.
• Performs other ad hoc tasks as requested by the line manager.
• Enforces the University policy and procedures regarding Student debtors and financial aid.
• Review and establishing new standard operating procedures per requirement.
• Assists the Senior Manager in planning, coordinating, and managing the annual budget.
• Provide relevant statistics for Management reporting.
• Liaise with clients regarding academic results, arrangements, and student debtors-related inquiries.
• Build and strengthen relationships between Internal and External Stakeholders at UJ.
• Liaises with the relevant internal stakeholders, i.e. Student Enrolment Centre, DIPEM.
• Liaise with auditors (internal and external) during the annual UJ audit.
• Liaise with the SRC about ad hoc situations related to students.
• Manages staff, prepares work schedules, and assigns specific duties.
• Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Timeous identification of risks and the mitigation thereof.

Minimum requirements

• B. Com Degree with Accountancy or a relevant financial qualification (NQF7) degree
• Minimum of three to five years of finance-related experience
• Minimum 3 years’ managerial experience
• Experience in working on ITS and Oracle computer systems will be an advantage

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Solid understanding and application of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Customer Service Orientation and negotiation skills
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced Computer literacy in MS Office (Word and Excel)
• Good accounting skills
• The ability to function independently in a high-pressure environment
• Good interpersonal relations skills and a client-service orientation
• Good people management and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to build relationships with clients and internal departments.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Good planning, listening and organizing skills
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Recommendations:

• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles
• Ability to work under pressure with large volumes
• Good conflict management and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in English 
• Flexibility to work on all 4 campuses as and when required
• Experience within a tertiary education environment will be an advantage
• Relevant NSFAS experience will be an advantage

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Job description

Responsibilities:

Administration & Support

• Provision of high quality and confidential administrative support to all PsyCaD staff including data management.
• Management of the Director’s diary and daily schedules ensure that urgent matters are prioritised.
• Assist with requests to the Director, collect and collate information from internal and external stakeholders.
• Secretariat of PsyCaD Management meetings- prepare agendas, papers, and minutes, monitor, and undertake follow up actions.
• Scheduling and coordination of internal and external engagements (virtual/in-person) including sourcing and collecting material to ensure the required
• information is on hand in an easily accessible format.
• Organise travel and monitor travel arrangements to enable effective use of time and travel budget.
• Handling arrangements for venues, catering for meetings or functions and other ad hoc event planning tasks.
• Assistance with the collation of reports, presentations, and documents to ensure high quality and achieved within the set timeframes.
• Assistance with the roll out of all relevant customer related surveys and forms.
• Contribute and package content for PsyCaD microsite in consultation with the Director: PsyCaD.
• Liaise with various divisions on campus and coordinate professional service delivery.
• Perform daily routine administrative tasks such as diary management, professional statistics record keeping, process notes, report writing, referral letters, e mail responses, telephonic enquiries, general enquiries, record-keeping methods.
• Undertake ad-hoc departmental day-to-day assistance as and when required assigned by the Director: PsyCaD or PsyCaD Team Leaders.

Financial Administration 

• Ensure the provision of accurate and complete supporting documentation for financial transactions.
• Ensure effective communication with PsyCaD staff regrading internal controls, financial liability, and the management of financial risks in consultation with the Director.

Crisis Administration:

• Effective administration of crisis matters that might report to the Director’s office, including ensuring accurate management and tracking.
• Make referrals where necessary to the relevant stakeholders.

Psychosocial Project Administration:

• Provide administrative support for all PsyCaD projects.
• Marketing administration of UJ psycho-social projects.
• Create and curate content for social media platforms.

Professional Administration and Community Engagement (CE):

• Adherence to legislation and UJ policies.
• Attend applicable workshops, lectures, activities as it pertains to administrative assistants and PsyCaD. 
• Professional reports and documentation as required within PsyCaD and ADS
• Participation in CE projects and initiatives where relevant.
• Participate in collaborative projects with internal/external stakeholders where appropriate.

Minimum requirements

• A Diploma/ Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) in the field of Administration, Psychology, Social Work, Marketing or Human Resources Management.
• Three (3 ) years’ experience in office administration and related systems.
• Three (3) years’ experience in financial administration and related systems.
• Three (3) years’ experience in working within higher education.
• Three (3) years’ experience in online/cloud platforms.
• Three (3) years' experience in marketing administration for departmental projects.

Key Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office/365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and One Drive) and other relevant software.
• Proficiency in the use of social media and online/cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of structure and content of the appropriate language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
• Knowledge in current research methodology and research project development.
• Knowledge of change management.
• Knowledge of the requirements associated with operating within a counselling service environment.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Good problem-solving skills and ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to make professional decisions and work with others.
• Good training and development skills.
• Able to critically reflect on all aspects of own contribution to the role and a commitment to continuous improvement and creative ways of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good administration and reporting skills, including report writing.
• Ability to work within strict ethical guidelines.
• Availability to work flexibly (after hours) and travel as appropriate to meet the needs of UJ.
• Ability to critically reflect on all aspects of own contribution to the role and a commitment to continuous improvement and creative ways of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work within strict ethical guidelines as prescribed by relevant legislature and organisational policies and procedures.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to make professional decisions and work with others.
• Good training and development skills.
• Ability to handle students with diplomacy, tact, and sensitivity.

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Job description

Responsibilities:

• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Maintaining specialised installations in explosive areas, high tension (HT) 11 KVA and domestic installations.
• Supervises contractors on site.
• Compile monthly report.
• Complete weekly job cards on Archibus system.
• Planning and scheduling of staff.
• Compile and submit reports.
• Ensure proper work management and control.
• Assist in the compilation of asset register and maintain the register with reference to infrastructure, installation, equipment, tools etc.
• Compiles scope of work and bill of quantities for new installations and repairs.
• Perform standby and overtime duties as required.
• Assist with skill development and internal training of staff.
• Ensure that employees perform to standards.
• Monitor resource balancing and workload.
• Ensuring electrical equipment and infrastructure is available and reliable for its users.
• Supervise staff effectively and ensure that tasks are executed within an acceptable time frame.
• Action orientated, calm & composed, established technical knowledge, & team orientated disposition.
• Prepare material specification.
• Order materials and spare parts.
• Ensure adherence to Occupational Health & Safety Act and Risk Assessments. 
• Ensure proper work control and management.

Minimum requirements

• NQF Level 6 Qualification (National Diploma in Electrical or Equivalent)
• Three to Five years' electrical supervisory experience
• Three to Five years' electrical job-related experience
• Installation Electrician certificate is essential
• A valid code 8 drivers’ license is essential

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Good planning, organisational skills, and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills, coupled with interpersonal, intercultural and assertiveness.
• People management skills.
• Report writing skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• Ability to use own initiative and work independently.
• Ability to lead others in troubleshooting
• The ability to handle conflict situations in a diplomatic manner and have social perceptiveness.
• Basic knowledge of Building Regulations
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Computer literate in the MS Office suite (Word and Excel)

Recommendations:

• Good knowledge of the University’s Oracle system
• Knowledge of CMMS (Preferably Archibus)

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Job Description:

• The University of Johannesburg invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Lecturer in the School of Economics.
• The School of Economics is one of six schools within the College of Business & Economics (CBE). The core activity of the School of Economics is to train economists in various fields of economics (Financial Engineering, Industrial Policy, Development Economics, Public Economics, Local Economic Development, Econometrics, Competition & Regulation Economics, Environmental Economics, Innovation, and Trade Economics).
• The successful candidate for this post is expected to support our programmes by performing full academic duties that include teaching, postgraduate supervision, and research.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Have strong knowledge of the fields of Public Economics, Environmental Economics, Quantitative or Mathematical Economics.
• Lecture and supervise postgraduate students, especially in the field of Public and Environmental  Economics.
• Lecture mathematical and quantitative modules.
• Conduct and publish high-quality research.

Minimum requirements

• A minimum requirement of a relevant Master’s degree (NQF 9 ) with Public, Environmental, Quantitative Mathematical Economics background.
• Sound knowledge of Public Economics, Environmental Economics, Econometrics, and Quantitative Economics.
• Proven teaching experience and research ability.
• Working knowledge of different econometrics packages
• The candidate must be willing to teach in other areas of economics when required.
• Proven record of relevant academic publications.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
• Working knowledge of econometrics software packages.
• The ability to publish in accredited journals.
• The ability to supervise graduate students.
• Research management skills.
• Overall management skills.

Recommendations:

• A PhD degree in Public, Environmental, Quantitative, and Mathematical Economics background
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students.
• A record of relevant academic publications.
• A strong background in Public Economics, Environmental Economics, Mathematics/Quantitative, Econometrics with would be a strong recommendation.
• Experience in online teaching and learning methodologies.

Apply by: 6 July 2025

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Job description

• APB & DFC Campuses
• Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repairs of buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Note: This Job Description may not encompass the entire scope of this role, as other duties maybe assigned by management.

Responsibilities:

• Action all maintenance call-out relating to electrical.
• Inspect and determine method of operations to locate, install, test, repair or modify issues raised through callouts.
• Carry out in-house repairs within established targets and monitor out-tasked contractor/s as and when required.
• Communicate damages, repairs and time frames to clients and the Supervisor: Electrical
• Assist in coordinating and arranging of all access, permits i.e., hot works permits, shut offs, etc. with building users, traffic or health and safety departments.
• Monitor, repair and maintain to all electrical infrastructure.
• Ensure completed jobs are signed off in accordance with SOPs requirements.
• Assist the Supervisor or Maintenance Manager in compiling and maintaining a database of all electrical repairs.
• Monitor on-site spares, materials, and inventory for the electrical discipline.
• Assist with any electrical related matters
• Assist the artisans in their general tasks
• Inform the supervisor of any problems, defects or non-conformities
• Follow instructions specified in procedures
• Perform the required maintenance work on equipment
• Keep equipment clean and in good working condition
• Occasionally operates hoists and cranes
• Verify quality of work done
• Maintain workshop in a clean and orderly manner
• Performs other related work as required

Minimum requirements

• Grade 10 (NQF 2),
• 1 year of job-related experience
• Knowledge of University rules, regulations and policies

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• High attention to detail
• Customer centric
• Accurate record keeping skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and independent
• Excellent communication skills
• Interpersonal and active listening skills
• Basic administration skills
• Basic numerical skills
• Good time management skills
• Team player and collaboration

Recommendations:

• Knowledge and experience in electrical environment

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Job description

The Senior Faculty Officer (SFO), Dean’s Office, Faculty of Humanities, reports to the HFA and would be responsible for all aspects of academic administration within a faculty environment for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies and will need to:

• be knowledgeable on University regulations and policies that govern faculty administration within higher education institutions. 
• manage committees and boards within the faculty and should have a good understanding of committee procedures and the types of matters that are considered at University and Faculty governance structures. 
• need to have an understanding of the academic amendment processes that regulate qualifications, curricula and amendments to them.
• manage, interpret and update data and ensure data integrity on the student systems by conducting and giving feedback on audits regarding student data.
• function at a supervisory level and train staff on systems and business processes; and
• have specific tasks, assigned to their portfolios on a rotational basis.

Responsibilities:

• The above post is responsible for all the aspects pertaining to student administration, i.e. the total academic life cycle from registration to the finalisation of examination results and the conferment of degrees, as well as other specific tasks such as the maintenance of the Faculty’s academic structures, etc.

The above post is responsible for all the aspects pertaining to student administration that may include:

• admissions,
• registrations,
• records management and data integrity audits,
• marks management,
• other assessments matters, including timetabling,
• research milestone management,
• graduation,
• committee/governance support and management,
• qualification/curricula review and management academic amendments,
•  academic structure management and reviews, and
• any other tasks as assigned by the HFA.

Minimum requirements

Required qualifications:

• Any 3 year Degree/BTech/ Advanced diploma/ is essential
• Grade 12 is essentiaL

Required work related experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' academic administration experience within a higher education institution
• Extensive ITS / University student systems experience (including the ability to train staff on systems requirements, matched to business processes).

Required knowledge:

• University policies and processes
• Faculty rules and regulations
• Academic regulations
• Understanding of statutory body requirements (DHET, SAQA, CHE)
• Excellent computer skills in all current software used in the university environments

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in English and another official South African language
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Good problem-solving and numerical skills
• Extensive relevant experience in academic administration and management of student data
• A flexible and versatile team player who will work and excel in any environment
• Highly organized and efficient with excellent follow-through abilities
• Accuracy and Attention to detail
• Reliability and integrity
• Listening and patience
• People management
• Time management and Assertiveness
• Ability to work in a pressurized environment
• Supervision

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Job description

Responsibilities:

The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment is recruiting a Faculty Officer III to support the Head of Faculty Administration (HFA) in the execution of his/her duties. Set within a fast-paced environment, this role demands outstanding planning and organisational skills in rendering excellent support.

• Handle problems related to applications. Select student applicants.
• Sign-off the registration approval of students.
• Source all documentation pertaining to the lifecycle of the student.
• Plan and oversee the logistics related to examinations and graduations for the faculty. Act as custodian of the current student's academic record.
• Assist the HFA with assessing and correcting the quality of Academic Administration data captured for a student records.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in academic and student administration with a higher education institution.
• Proven computer skills in Windows and MS Office.
• Minimum of 5 years ITS experience
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing/co-ordinating a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks in a higher education environment

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with high level of proficiency in English
• Good oral communication in at least one other language
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Computer literacy, including MS Office (MS Word and Excel)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good problem-solving and numerical skills
• Extensive relevant experience in academic administration and management of student data
• A flexible and versatile team player who will work and excel in any environment
• Attention to detail
• Reliability and Integrity
• Good people management and time management
• Ability to work under pressure in a complex environment.

Recommendations:

• Experience in Committee Administration would be advantageous.
• Understanding and Implementation of faculty rules and regulations.
• Understanding and Implementation of Academic Regulations.
• Understanding and Implementation of UJ policies, procedures and processes.
• Experience with Application Ranking System (ARS) selections procedure.