Careers at University of Johannesburg

Job Purpose:

• The position provides support for Teaching and Learning Programmes in the Library.

Responsibilities:

Support the provision of leadership in teaching and learning

• Support collaboration with librarians and participate in the ongoing evaluation of the library’s teaching and learning activities.
• Support undertakings in best practices in information literacy.
• Remain current on trends in teaching and learning, emerging resources and pedagogy in support of critical evaluation, experimentation, adoption and improvement of information literacy.

Support objectives for teaching and learning

• Support librarians in developing user-centered interactive tutorials, course materials and other learning objectives.
• Maintain awareness of trends and best practices in teaching and learning and stays current on initiatives taking place of peer institutions.
• Demonstrate an interest and capacity in the use of educational technologies and digital media tools, such as learning management systems, cloud-based productivity tools and video production.
• Demonstrate an interest and capacity in the use of Generative AI technologies as learning management systems.

Coordinate information Literacy sessions

• Coordinate Information literacy training schedules, including digital literacy and Generative AI literacy schedules.

Engage with relevant stakeholders

• Support partnerships with other University stakeholders, library and faculty to integrate library learning objectives into the university’s learning management systems.

Engage in professional and academic development

• Participate in activities to maintain or enhance current professional knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to teaching and learning.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Library and Information Science (LIS) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in information service provision in a higher education institute library or in a special/research library.
• Thorough knowledge of teaching, learning, and e-learning.
• Thorough knowledge of learning outcomes, assessment processes and  the ability to design instruments and analyse results.
• Excellent technical background with experience in developing online learning objects such as library tutorials and videos.
• Collaborative team player that takes accountability and strives for excellence.
• Strong knowledge of information management in the contemporary context in order to integrate these into the curriculum for face-to-face, online, and blended learning environments.
• Knowledge of current trends in teaching and learning in higher education.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and digital media tools, such as management systems, cloud-based productivity tools and video production.
• Some knowledge of the principles of the 4" Industrial Revolution and its relevance to education.
• Some knowledge of Generative AI Literacy and tools.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Meticulously organised and must pay attention to detail.
• A people person who is great with clients and team members.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Good time management and co-ordinating abilities.
• Problem-solving capacity.

Apply by: 12 September 2025

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Responsibilities:

• Support the Director Residence Life and Student Accommodation department with all administrative tasks
• Deliver and collect mail for Student Affairs staff members.
• Deliver and collect supplies and other physical objects for Student Affairs members.
• Assist with routine tasks (for example putting letters in envelopes, counting material).
• Assist in moving big/heavy objects.
• Assist with ad hoc menial tasks.
• Perform other related tasks in support of the Student Affairs strategy and UJs institutional strategy.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) or relevant qualification.
• A minimum of three (3) years' working experience within an administrative structured environment, including students, etc.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability
• Listening to and understanding orders.
• Reading and writing (English).
• Time management.
• Reliability.
• Communication skills.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with people at all levels in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong interpersonal relationship.

Recommendations:

• Computer literate.
• Knowledge of the higher education environments.
• Proficiency in the English Language.

Apply by: 12 September 2025

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• You are invited to become part of the JBS journey, focusing on enabling and empowering people who want to grow and transform their future in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Digital transformation is the integration of digital technology into all areas of business, fundamentally changing how you operate and deliver value to customers. A particular focus of the position is to examine the business implications of established and emerging digital technologies and practices in a super-diverse world.
• To position the Executive Education department at the JBS as a global player in the field of executive development, both on an accredited and non-accredited basis; to achieve targeted revenue streams; to maintain and grow the quality and range of relevant product offerings within the ambit of the University’s key policies and processes – with the assistance of a highly functioning Executive Education team.   The JBS wishes to appoint a Senior Manager with experience in a Business School environment, to manage and oversee the stakeholders and partnerships formed with the Executive Education & Programmes in the relevant fields as well as exposure in innovative solutions including in the following areas:

Digital Transformation

• Corporate and Finance Strategy
• Innovation (including Entrepreneurship)
• 4IR Technologies
• Data science
• Financial Management
• Budgeting

Responsibilities:

• Develop, manage, and appraise direct reports: Programme Manager/Coordinator.
• In collaboration with the Programme Manager have oversight of the fair and adequate distribution of resources across the programmes.
• Contribute to the recruitment process for Staff and adequate staffing to meet the operational needs of EE.
• Ensure compliance with HR systems and process HR forms in consultation with JBS HR manager and maintain personnel records; attend to disciplinary procedures and deal with conflict situations.
• Mentor/Coach direct reports and associated project teams and assist with building and maintaining productive team dynamics.
• Ensure a level of LEAN management and continuous improvement of core processes across the team by auditing critical functions and including new processes where necessary. Provide training where necessary.
• Craft a plan for EE aligned with the overall vision revisit the strategy often to adjust according to marketplace demand, economic changes, and resources.
• Work with the Dean, EE team; and Finance Manager, to maintain ongoing oversight of the strategy, making informed and necessary adjustments as required.
• Maintain overall responsibility for all academic administration processes.
• Have oversight of all EE processes and policies and ensure relevant amendments where necessary to allow for optimal and lean teamwork.
• Be an active participant on school committees (where applicable).
• Manage and maintain good relationships with relevant EE faculty (internal and external), UJ and JBS departments and clients. 
• Ensure relevance of programme offerings over time by keeping abreast of student and client evaluations and client’s changing needs.
• Keep abreast of trends in management education both nationally and internationally, to advise clients on most relevant offerings for their environment and training needs.
• Manage major student or client issues (such as plagiarism or client dissatisfaction) that may arise during programmes.
• Maintain contact with alumni and provide information about the latest news on Exec Ed.
• Proactively follow up on new clients.
• Attend and present at relevant national and international conferences and external events.
• Sit on external committees (when invited and where applicable) to understand the external environment, advise where appropriate and showcase the JBS.
• Remain abreast of national and international ratings surveys and take part in relevant surveys (FT and FM surveys).
• Review continually and develop and/or adjust the programme curricula in conjunction with Senior Director, EE Programme Team, Clients, the relevant JBS faculty.
• Manage new and renew Service Level Agreements with new and existing clients respectively;
• Build relationships with new and potential clients and manage and maintain existing relationships with clients.
• In collaboration with the Dean and Finance compile the annual departmental budget in line with Executive Education’s costing and pricing policies.
• In collaboration with the Programme Manager, ensure the maintenance of targeted margins by being aware of cost management.
• In collaboration with the Business Developer, ensure sales targets are being met, assist with lead generation, client presentations and closing deals
• Ensure the suite of offerings remain profitable and make key decisions, where necessary, around commencement of new offerings and/or closure of existing non-profitable offerings.
• Scrutinize quarterly reports from the Finance Manager to inform strategic programme decisions, where applicable, and inform budget and strategy for the subsequent year.
• Scrutinize overhead expenditure in collaboration with the Programme Manager and Finance and make applicable changes to ensure appropriate profit margin.
• Monitor purchasing transactions.
• Work closely with the Marketing Manager and Marketing Team to: Develop a robust marketing strategy for the Exec Ed short courses. Interrogate marketing analytics for short courses and re-align the strategy if required; and
• Attend key external events to market the EE Department.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant MBA or Masters’ degree (NQF 9)
• At least three (3) to five (5) years' of management experience in a director level position required, ideally within a higher education environment.
• Strong networks within the private and public sector.
• Knowledge and experience in working in executive education in Africa and beyond.
• Executive education design and experience; and
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and think critically.
• Experience in Business School marketing and business development.
• Work and experience in a Business School.
• Experience in running programmes, workshops and seminars.
• Networks in business, policy circles, and academia across Africa and global markets.
• Experience in budgeting and planning.
• A healthy publication record and research output that spans academia, applied research and media.
• Exposure in Master’s and Doctoral coordination

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to adapt communication to a range of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
• Building and maintaining productive relationships.
• Excellent organisational, planning and multi-tasking skills.
• The ability to work autonomously with personal drive and energy and to take responsibility and be held accountable for role outcomes.
• A solid understanding of the higher education environment and adult learning principles and approaches.
• Excellent attention to detail whilst understanding the bigger picture and being able to communicate the same to senior staff and external stakeholders.
• Excellent delegation skills.
• Flexibility, tenacity, resilience and assertiveness; and
• People Management.

Recommendations:

• A relevant Doctoral degree (NQF 10)
• Previous lecturing experience
• Experience as a Researcher
• Ability to actively undertake research, that could be published in high quality academic journals
• Commercial/corporate business experience will serve as a recommendation

Apply by: 12 September 2025

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• The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, wishes to appoint a lecturer qualified and registered by the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a professional nurse and midwife, post basic midwifery and neonatal nursing science / midwife specialist, nurse educator, assessor and moderator, who will contribute actively towards teaching and learning, research and community engagement in-line with the vision, mission, and goals of the University of Johannesburg.
• The successful candidate is expected to undertake undergraduate teaching and research supervision respectively, contribute to the development and review of the undergraduate and postgraduate diploma in midwifery teaching and curricula and, where necessary, become involved in community engagement activities, in line with the departmental and Faculty specific objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Teach, supervise, and assess students, prepare study material in undergraduate and postgraduate diploma in midwifery students.
• Be available for contact sessions with midwifery students.
• Research in the midwifery discipline articulates well with the existing research interests of the department.
• Improve and increase personal knowledge of midwifery through research and publications.
• Share in the administration and management of the Department and Faculty.
• Invigilate during University examinations and assessments.
• Participate in official gatherings of the University and committees to which the incumbent has been nominated.
• Participate in official meetings of the Department and Faculty.
• Participate in University – linked community development projects.
• Do anything reasonably requested by the Head of Department and Executive Dean.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s degree (NQF 9) in midwifery.
• Must be registered with SANC as a professional nurse and midwife
• Proof of current registration with SANC as a post basic/ postgraduate diploma in midwifery qualification.
• Registration with SANC as a nurse educator, assessor, and moderator.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching experience in an academic tertiary institution.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ working experience in the relevant midwifery discipline.
• Experience in clinical accompaniment of undergraduate / post basic/postgraduate diploma in midwifery students.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent command of the relevant field of Midwifery and the latest education and clinical practice trends
• Use of current trends of assessment and evaluation strategies
• Excellent organizing ability and administration skills
• The ability to function independently as well as in a team
• Effective communication and relationship management skills
• Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Ability to self-manage own research group
• Computer literacy and implementation thereof in educational settings of contact and mobile learning
• Strong work ethic.
• Show adaptability in the teaching and learning environment in becoming an active team-player and to address possible challenges in the environment in a proactive manner.

Recommendations:

• Experience in the use of a simulation laboratory.
• Previous relevant experience in a university environment

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To perform and supervise construction work throughout the university with reference to infrastructure, and electrical and mechanical installations within the university.

Responsibilities:

• Perform the duties as specified within the Occupational Health and Safety Act, codes of practice, and the relevant legislation.
• Repair and maintain HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair/replacement of worn/faulty components or equipment, including motors, switches, pumps, wiring, thermostats, and fans.
• Prepare maintenance schedule for regular cleaning and maintenance of all HVAC systems and sub-systems on-site
• Attend to emergency repairs as required, sometimes outside of normal working hours.
• Determine the correct BTU requirements for an HVAC system – taking into account the size and height of a particular room/office/shelter, the number of doors, windows, and other openings, and other cooling or heat-giving equipment that may be in the same room/office/shelter.
• Installation, fitting, and assembly of HVAC systems.
• Calculate heat load, air flow rates, ventilation rates, and other calculations required for HVAC systems.
• Install HVAC ductwork including flexible tubing and sheet metal construction.
• Ensure BTU requirements meet the requirements of the client and are the most energy-efficient option available
• Assist Facilities and Technical Team as and when required in order to manage workload across the team
• Transport goods or equipment as assigned.
• Prepare input for monthly maintenance reports and general administration
• Assists in ensuring that the infrastructure is optimally available for use by clients.
• Measure air conditioner’s gas and re-gas where necessary.
• Be accountable for personnel management, quality assurance, and the timeous execution of tasks.
• Assist in the compilation of asset registers with reference to infrastructure, electrical and mechanical installations, equipment, tools, etc.
• To perform stand-by duties as and when required.
• To assist the line manager/ supervisor regarding the latest technology and legislation which can contribute to the effective use of resources.
• Performs preventative maintenance on tools, plant rooms, and equipment.
• Operates tools and equipment according to the UJ’s Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Ensures that all equipment and tools are kept safe and in good condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Corrects any unsafe conditions in the work area and reports any conditions that can only be resolved by the supervisor.
• Supports during absences or shortage of staff or performs duties associated with a light construction project.
• Performs duties outside the normal area of expertise to meet the goals of the department.

Minimum requirements

• Trade Test in both Air-Conditioning and Electrical is essential.
• Grade 12 (NQF 4) is essential.
• Three (3) years of experience using technical skills in a commercial or industrial environment.
• Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating.
• Proven experience in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols and performing relevant calculations.
• Knowledge of OHS Act and ISO 9001 (Quality).

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Must have the basic proficiency of reading and writing of the English language.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use common tools.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure and independent.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Critical and analytical skills.
• Ability to assess and mitigate risks.
• Conflict management skills.

Apply by: 12 September 2025

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Job Purpose:

• To facilitate teaching and research in both the contact and online modes, where appropriate. Interacting with the community, stakeholders and partners to work towards the fulfilment of mission of the University of Johannesburg.

Responsibilities: 

Teaching and Learning:

• Lecture, supervise and assess undergraduate and postgraduate students in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Governance and Public Policy and related disciplines.
• Coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Governance and Public Policy and related disciplines.
• Teach, supervise and assess students, prepare study material, and be available for consultation.
• Preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars.
• Communicate effectively with students and colleagues, using face-to-face, telephone, written and electronic communication (including email) modes as appropriate.
• Invigilate during University examinations or assessments.
• Ensure that students and staff adhere to the University’s Rules and Regulations.
• Participate in official gatherings of the University and committees to which the incumbent has been nominated.
• Participate in official meetings of the School, College and UJ.
• Provide cover for colleagues on sabbatical where necessary.
• Play a leading role in developing new courses or modules, individually and/or collectively taught and participate in ongoing development of aspects of course structure, delivery, assessment, etc.
• Course coordination.
• Supervise Honours projects, Master’s dissertations and PhD theses to completion.
• Involvement in professional activities.
• Assume various administrative tasks and responsibilities (junior and/or more senior) as requested by the Director of the School.
• Participate in the School’s various outreach activities, including Open Days, public lecture events, etc.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Director of the School or Executive Dean.

Research:

• Improve and increase personal knowledge of the field of Public Administration and related disciplines through research, publications and postgraduate supervision.
• There must be a strong commitment to excellence in productive research and postgraduate supervision, as well as the promotion of UJ's strategic objectives.
• Improve and increase personal knowledge of the relevant field of study through research and publications.
• Contribute to the development of the School through the generation of research, teaching and scholarship of international excellence.
• Direct and develop a personal research programme leading to publications in key national or international peer-reviewed academic journals and to other appropriate forms of research output.
• Participate in research teams or other collaborative research initiatives, School and/or inter-College.
• Identify opportunities and apply for substantial grants for new research projects, individual and/or collaborative.

Community Development:

• Initiate and participate in community engagement projects and Pan-African partnership activities.

Individual Value Add:

• Participation and presentation in the School seminars.
• Collaboration with academics at other universities including international partnerships.
• Contributing constructively to the team through taking a leadership position.
• Functioning as a role model setting standards of excellence.
• Be a strong team player.

Minimum requirements

Professor

• NRF-Rating.
• A recognised Doctoral qualification in Public Administration (and related fields such as Public Management/Governance, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation).
• Willingness to lecture at the undergraduate level, especially large first-year classes.
• Five (5) years’ research management experience.
• Proven record of excellence in accredited scholarly research outputs in the fields of Public Administration.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years’ proven national stature in the disciplines.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years’ proven record of excellence and innovation in the teaching and assessment of undergraduate and post- graduate students at university level.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years’ proven experience of academic quality assurance, curriculum revision and development.
• Two (2) to four (4) proven record of excellence in the application of the candidate's knowledge and skills in community interaction, capacity-building, and policy interventions (experience in the publication of opinion pieces and policy briefs in the media will serve as recommendation).
• At least four (4) years’ proven record of postgraduate university supervision at Doctoral and Masters’ levels.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years’ proven experience of participation in the management of departmental issues at a university.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ proven record and experience in the supervision of online Master's candidates

Associate Professor:

• An undergraduate bachelor's qualification in the field of Public Administration
• A recognised doctoral qualification in Public Administration (and related fields such as Public Management/Governance, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation) with strong qualitative and quantitative research background.
• Sound knowledge of Public Administration and related field theories at postgraduate level.
• Lecturing experience in Public Administration and related subjects at a reputable higher education institution (Experience in lecturing research methodology is a mandatory).
• Knowledge of the online learning environment and ability to use and lecture on an online learner management system, e.g., Moodle, etc.
• Ability to lecture at the undergraduate level, especially large first-year classes.
• The ability to publish research findings in high-ranked accredited/peer-reviewed journals in Public Administration and related fields.
• Proven knowledge and lecturing experience in Research Methodologies relevant to Public Administration and related disciplines at the postgraduate level is the most important requirement for the position.
• The candidate must be willing to teach in other areas of Public Administration when required.
• An excellent record of recent and relevant academic publications.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students at PhD and master’s level to completion.

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.
• The ability to publish in high-impact journals.
• The ability to supervise graduate students.
• Research management skills.
• Overall management skills.
• Proven ability to excel in personal academic endeavours.
• Proven ability to excel in innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Proven ability to excel in undertaking and completing scholarly research projects.
• Supervision of Masters and Doctoral students.

Recommendations:

• A PhD degree in Public Administration
• Articulate in quantitative and/or qualitative research methodology skills
• Proven experience of teaching research methodology at the university level
• Strong evidence of publication on research methodology applicable to the PA
• Able to lecture in both face-to-face and online learning environments with large classes
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision of postgraduate students successfully at Honours, Masters and Doctoral levels
• Evidence of publications and presentations at conferences on quantitative and/or qualitative research methodology
• A university qualification in teaching research methodologies at the postgraduate level is a strong recommendation
• NRF rating for the full professor position.
• NRF-rating (proof of NRF-rating application) OR the willingness to apply for the NRF-rating within one year after the appointment in the position is a strong recommendation for the Associate Professor position.
• Please note that UJ’s promotion criteria will be applied when shortlisting applicants for this post.