Current Job Vacancies at University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland

This includes but is not necessarily limited to:

• Collaboration with student leadership structures in the design and implementation of relevant student driven programming and team building in their residences, and maintaining an event/programming diary for student leadership and general SLS programming
• Coordination of programming procurement related practices in support of the student leadership in the residences
• Design and implement training and development opportunities that strengthen and support structures towards effective and goal orientated leadership
• Design and implement initiatives that professionalise student leadership and maintain grounds for good standing in the student community through the development and maintenance of practices related to good governance, accountability, transparency and teamwork
• Implementation of monitoring and evaluation processes for student leadership service and programme delivery and general SLS training initiatives
• Coordination of Student Leadership Election processes
• [The incumbent will share the university’s strong focus on research-related and reporting processes through monitoring and evaluation practices and compilation of databases and will be required to be flexible around work hours as most activities take place after hours and in terms of the availability of the students serviced by the office]

Minimum Requirements

• Honours Degree in the Social Sciences 
• Evidence of involvement in training/workshop/seminar development and facilitation with large groups is essential (minimum of two year’s demonstrated experience)
• Familiarity with working in an academic/residence environment in the context of Higher Education as well as working directly with tertiary students in the co-curricular space
• Prior experience must demonstrate successful background in decision making processes, excellent organisational skills, the ability to multi-task, the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement, good communication skills (both verbal & written) and excellent interpersonal skills
• An employment background demonstrating an understanding of development theory or exposure to work experiences that allowed in-service learning
• Knowledge around policy and constitutional designs and review is preferred
• A valid code B drivers licence must be in possession at the time of application and the applicant must be in possession of the licence for at least two (2) years must be prepared to work after hours

Advantageous requirements:

• Master's degree 

Required competencies:

• Ability to multitask, but still pay close attention to detail
• Ability to act with high integrity and with discretion
• Sound judgement and decision making
• Demonstrated leadership skills, self management and use of initiative
• Project management skills
• Planning & organising
• Report writing
• Facilitation skills
• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Ability to build productive relationships

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• The Statistics and Population Studies Department is hosted in the Faculty of Natural Sciences. In 2018, the department started an industry directed MSc in Statistical Sciences with specialisation in Data Science. Consider joining our new initiative and help train the Statisticians, Data Analysts and Data Scientists of the future.
• Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Statistics/Data Science
• Conduct research and publish on topics related to Statistics/Data Science
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
• Provide academic leadership
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment
• Undertake community/industry engagement and outreach

Minimum Requirements

• MSc in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical Statistics
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, in the field of Statistics or Data Science
• Currently registered for a PhD in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical Statistics
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision at the honours level
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications, in the field of Statistics, Applied Statistics or Data Science or proof of peer reviewed technical reports submitted in industry
• Proven expertise in applying complex statistical and data science techniques in statistical packages such as SAS, R and/or Python

Required competencies (skills, knowledge, and behavioural attributes)

• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Ability and interest to supervise at the postgraduate level specialising in industry directed research
• Planning and organising skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship and community engagement.

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• A vacancy exists in the department for a contract Lecturer to teach Statistics in the Extended Curriculum Programme. This is one-year contract, but may be renewed depending on  funding. In addition to the teaching responsibilities outlined below, participation in research activities is encouraged, provided it does not interfere with teaching duties, and off-campus research activities should not be scheduled to coincide with academic term times.
• Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Statistics/Data Science
• Conduct research and publish on topics related to Statistics/Data Science
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
• Provide academic leadership
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment
• Undertake community/industry engagement and outreach

Minimum Requirements

• MSc in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical Statistics
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, in the field of Statistics or Data Science
• Currently registered for a PhD in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical Statistics
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision at the honours level
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications, in the field of Statistics, Applied Statistics or Data Science or proof of peer reviewed technical reports submitted in industry
• Proven expertise in applying complex statistical and data science techniques in statistical packages such as SAS, R and/or Python

Required competencies (skills, knowledge, and behavioural attributes)

• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Ability and interest to supervise at the postgraduate level specialising in industry directed research
• Planning and organising skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship and community engagement.

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The successful candidate will:

• The Administrative Assistant will assist with the administrative functions in the Work-Study Office
• Receive and assist walk-in clients
• Office administration (e.g. filing, copying, collating documents, etc.)
• Assist with both written and telephonic communication
• Assist with the Work-study Document Management System
• Receive, collate and capture all Work-Study related documentation from clients

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate or NQF 4 equivalent
• 2 years administrative experience gained within an Administrative environment, preferably within a Higher Education institution
• High-level proficiency in MS Packages

Required competencies

• Attention to detail
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good time management
• High level of organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure

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Duties:

• Service the front desk of the Business Administration and Placement office;
• Student advisory services;
• Contribute towards team action;
• Assist with extracting necessary data as required by Residential Services managers;
• Committee Administration.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant post-matric qualification or NQF level 6;
• A  minimum of two (2) to five (5) years experience, preferably within higher education

Required Competencies

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written);
• Strong client-service orientation skills;
• Proven experience in minute taking.

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Key Performance Areas

• The successful incumbent will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty. He/ She will be responsible for the following key performance areas with different emphasis in each area depending on the level of appointment:
• Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Science Education
• Conduct research and publish in the field of Science Education
• Construct a coherent research agenda consistent with the broad research goals of Science Education and within the Faculty
• Promote and support research activities in the School of Science and Mathematics Education including applications for funded research, and cooperate with SSME and the Science Learning Centre for Africa in research initiatives
• Postgraduate supervision
• Provide academic leadership
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Scholarship of engagement for societal impact
• Serve on committees devoted to the development of the Science Education and faculty objectives

Minimum Requirements (for appointment at the rank of Professor)

• A PhD in Science Education or equivalent
• A strong academic record, with extensive experience in facilitating learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the field of Science Education
• A strong track record of quality academic research
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision of Masters and PhD students
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and international recognition in his/her discipline.
• The integration of community engagement with learning, teaching and research
• Leadership experience at both departmental and faculty levels 

Minimum Requirements (for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor)

• A PhD in Science Education or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the field of Science Education
• A track record of quality academic research with at least 10 DHET accredited publications related to the field of Science Education
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision of Masters and PhD students
• Evidence of expertise and national standing  in his/her field of research.
• The integration of community engagement with learning, teaching and research
• Leadership experience at departmental and faculty levels

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The successful candidate for the Professor / Associate Professor position will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in sociology theories and research methodologies, especially quantitative or mixed methods research.
• Conduct research and publish in reputable scholarly outlets.
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
• Provide academic leadership and administration.
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment.
• Evidence of integration of community engagement.

Minimum Requirements: Professor

• PhD in Sociology.
• Demonstrated experience (at least ten [10] years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education.
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications - at least 18 articles in accredited journals and/or books or chapters in books published by reputable presses, or equivalent recognised outputs.
• A record of academic conference presentations both locally and internationally.
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision, including graduated Master’s and PhD students.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her/their field of research.
• Evidence of the integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning and teaching and/or research.
• Evidence of ability to obtain research grants.
• Recommendation: Professor / Associate Professor
•  An NRF rating or a demonstrated potential to obtain a rating.

Minimum Requirements: Associate Professor

• Associate Professor:  The successful applicant must have a PhD in Sociology as well as a strong record of publications, research, teaching, supervision and the running of research projects at university level. Experience in academic leadership will serve as a recommendation.
• PhD in Sociology.
• Demonstrated experience (at least eight [8] years) in facilitating learning and teaching in higher education.
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications - at least 15 articles in accredited journals and/or books or chapters in books published by reputable presses, or equivalent recognised outputs.
• A record of academic conference presentations both locally and internationally.
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision, including graduated Master’s and preferably PhD students.
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her/their field of research.
• Evidence of the integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning and teaching and/or research.
• Evidence of ability to obtain research grants.

Key Competencies: Professor / Associate Professor

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Knowledge and skills in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership