Where we are - A presence in two provinces The NWU is a multi-campus university with a footprint across two provinces. The Mafikeng and Potchefstroom Campuses are situated in the North-West Province and the Vaal Triangle Campus is in Gauteng. The head office, known as the Institutional Office, is in Potchefstroom, situated near the Potchefstroom Campus. W...
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Involved in teaching and learning (undergraduate and post-graduate programmes); research that fits into the faculty’s focus areas; providing leadership and fostering excellence in research; post-graduate supervision (where applicable); community service and tasks related to all above activities.
- Expected to exercise responsibility for professional activities in the academic disciplines within the faculty.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching undergraduate modules
- Teaching and learning at the undergraduate level, including supervision of LLB dissertations.
- Involvement at the PG level, including supervision, critical reading, examination, moderation and any other responsibility as required.
Research & Innovation
- Conducting own research that fits into the faculty's focus areas.
- Creative research output by the level of appointment.
- This includes publication, conference attendance and presentation, workshops and colloquia.
- Academic leadership, management and administration/ university service
- Involvement in Administration and Management responsibilities.
- Participate in leadership roles within the faculty, membership in faculty committees as and when required, and administration and service to the university by serving on institutional structures.
Community and scientific Engagement/ Social responsiveness
- Sharing of expertise and service to the scientific community. Involvement in community engagement and social cohesion, including media commentary, serving on review structure inside and outside the faculty/university and promoting the university image and internationalisation.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Adherence to the OHS standards and policies of the university. Participation in the OHS committees as and when required
Minimum requirements
- An LLD (NQF 10) in any field in law or a PhD/DPhil in Law (Associate Professor)
- A minimum of (5) five years’ experience in academia (Professor).
- Excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Proven record of effective post-graduate supervision, including the completed promotion of LLM students
- Social responsiveness and involvement in community engagement
- Research expertise that demonstrates substantial research quality and relevant impact, as reflected in the publication of articles in accredited journals and/or books published by pre-eminent academic publishers, are required.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Academic leadership and management
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in teaching-learning and research in public/private/mercantile law.
- However, candidates with expertise in any other legal field will be considered.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and legal language skills.
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint), email, Internet and the electronic retrieval of legal sources.
- Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment
- Curriculum design, development and review skills.
- Adaptability and agility.
- Strong research skills, funding applications, and research UG and PG student supervision.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally at various levels in the multilingual environments of the NWU.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal relations.
- The ability to work with large groups of people.
- The ability to accommodate multiculturalism and function in a diverse environment.
- Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking as well as good report writing skills.
- Highly motivated, self-driven and independent.
- Good planning, organisational skills, time management
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct
CLOSING DATE: 27 July 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Involvement in teaching & learning, research and community engagement activities within the subject group.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lecturer
- Teaching-learning of Mechanical Technology modules and all related organizational and management tasks.
Research
- The furthering of own qualifications (if applicable). Involvement in general research (e.g., publishing in accredited journals, presenting papers at conferences, etc.).
- Community Engagement
- Be involved or initiate community engagement projects.
Minimum requirements
- A master’s (NQF level 9) degree in Mechanical Technology or related field (Lecturer).
- A B.Ed. honours degree or an honours degree (NQF level 8) in Mechanical Technology or related field (Junior Lecturer).
- An initial teachers’ qualification in Mechanical Technology or related field.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ applicable experience teaching Mechanical Technology in secondary education or relevant related field.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Registration with SACE.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ teaching-learning experience in a tertiary institution in Mechanical Technology Education or related field.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Capable to provide students with knowledge and practical skills regarding all elements related to Mechanical Technology education in the South African context, with the primary focus on FET phase Mechanical Technology specific Fitting and Machining and the secondary focus on FET phase Mechanical Technology (Welding and Metalwork & Automotive);
- Engineering Graphics and Design and Computer Aided Design.
- Experience and use of the FET Phase CAPS Mechanical Technology (Automotive; Welding and Metalwork; Fitting and Machining).
- Experience with regards to the use and maintenance of machinery in the Mechanical Technology field specific Fitting and Machining.
- Relevant research experience.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Continuous Learning (Improve qualifications, knowledge and skills).
- Collaborating with others (Be part of the Technology Subject Group).
- Should be able to adapt to different modes of teaching (Online, Distance, contact classes).
CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Senior Lecturer position in Subject Group: Creative Writing in the School of Languages (PC).
- The incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and post-graduate modules in Creative Writing Programmes offered at NWU as well as participate in research and community engagement activities as expected of every senior lecturer at the University.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching & Learning
- All undergraduate teaching and learning and post-grad supervision, preferably with specialisation in Afrikaans & English creative writing modules.
Research and Creative Writing
- Individual research and creative writing, preferably with specialisation in Afrikaans and English literature, pre-reviewing of research articles and scholarly book contributions, co-operation in subject group projects in creative writing and research.
Management and University Services
- Fulfilling management tasks and duties in service of the University as a whole, as they arise.
Community Involvement
- Assist in organising subject group and school community engagement projects.
Minimum requirements
- PhD in Literature and/or Creative Writing.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in teaching at a tertiary institution (in literary studies and/or creative writing).
- Evidence of at least 1 article or creative writing output.
- Post-graduate supervision /co-supervision experience.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Membership to relevant Afrikaans and/or English literary and/or writers’ societies.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in post-graduate study guidance at a tertiary institution (in literary and/or creative writing).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent communication skills (in both Afrikaans and English).
- Excellent level of computer literacy and experience of online teaching and learning.
- Successful creative writing (published by mainstream publishers).
- Effective (proven) teaching and research guidance skills.
- Relevant and scholarly valued (published) literary researching.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent administrative and organising ability.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
- Good interpersonal skills.
CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The candidate is expected to make contributions in the teaching and learning effort of the subject group/ department, school, faculty, and other organisational units or interdisciplinary area within the NWU.
- The successful candidate must play a role in scholarship of research, community engagement and/or professional activities.
- The candidate requires a PhD in Public Administration and be active in research and innovation activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Teaching and learning within the subject group, including postgraduate supervision.
Research and Publication
- Be able to undertake research, attend conferences and support or mentor junior staff members.
Community engagement
- Participate in community engagement projects within the school and faculty
Administrative and academic leadership roles
- Be able to assist students with administration within the school such as programme leader, participating in committees, student inquiries and similar other responsibilities.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in Public Administration (NQF level 10).
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in teaching and learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Have proven experience of presenting/attending relevant national and international conferences.
- Research outputs in accredited journal(s).
- Involvement in supervision of both master’s and PhD students’ to successful completion.
- Have a proven record of active involvement in field specific community engagement initiatives.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Involvement in NRF – funded research projects.
- Membership with South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM), Association of Southern African Schools and Departments of Public Administration and Management (ASSADPAM), African Association of Public Administration and Management (AAPAM), International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IASIA).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Possess a depth and breadth of specialist knowledge demonstrated in academic area of the core knowledge relating to Public Administration in order to teach and support learning on Public Administration courses and modules.
- Knowledge of teaching strategies and student support.
- Commitment to the achievement of the strategic objectives of the subject group and the school.
- Excellent analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
- The ability to function well individually and as part of a team.
- Good organising skills, as well as the ability to work at a fast-moving pace and comply with stringent deadlines.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Professional conduct at all times.
- Be able to adhere to the NWU vision, mission and values.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
CLOSING DATE: 23 July 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Involved in teaching and learning (undergraduate and post-graduate programmes); research that fits into the faculty’s focus areas; providing leadership and fostering excellence in research; post-graduate supervision (where applicable); community service and tasks related to all above activities.
- Expected to exercise responsibility for professional activities in the academic disciplines within the faculty.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching undergraduate modules
- Teaching and learning at the undergraduate level, including supervision of LLB dissertations. Involvement at the PG level, including supervision, critical reading, examination, moderation and any other responsibility as required.
Research & Innovation
- Conducting own research that fits into the faculty's focus areas. Creative research output by the level of appointment. This includes publication, conference attendance and presentation, workshops and colloquia.
Academic leadership, management and administration/ university service
- Involvement in Administration and Management responsibilities. Participate in leadership roles within the faculty, membership in faculty committees as and when required, and administration and service to the university by serving on institutional structures.
Community and scientific Engagement/ Social responsiveness
- Sharing of expertise and service to the scientific community. Involvement in community engagement and social cohesion, including media commentary, serving on review structure inside and outside the faculty/university and promoting the university image and internationalisation.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Adherence to the OHS standards and policies of the university. Participation in the OHS committees as and when required
Minimum requirements
- An LLD (NQF 10) in any field of Law or a PhD/DPhil (NQF 10) in Law.
- A minimum of (10) ten years’ experience in academia.
- Excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Proven record of effective post-graduate supervision, including the completed promotion of an LLD/PHD student.
- Social responsiveness and involvement in community engagement.
- Research expertise that demonstrates substantial research quality and relevant impact, as reflected in the publication of articles in accredited journals and/or books published by pre-eminent academic publishers, are required.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Academic leadership and management.
- NRF rated researcher.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in teaching-learning and research in public/private/mercantile law.
However, candidates with expertise in any other legal field will be considered.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and legal language skills.
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint), email, Internet and the electronic retrieval of legal sources.
- Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) enhance ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
- Curriculum design, development and review skills.
- Adaptability and agility.
- Strong research skills, funding applications, and research UG and PG student supervision.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally at various levels in the multilingual environments of the NWU.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal relations.
- The ability to work with large groups of people.
- The ability to accommodate multiculturalism and function in a diverse environment.
- Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking as well as good report writing skills.
- Highly motivated, self-driven and independent.
- Good planning, organisational skills, time management.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
CLOSING DATE: 27 July 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The appointment intern psychologist will contribute to the clinical practice within the CHHP and complete an internship as required by the HPCSA under supervision of a permanent counselling psychologist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Psychological assessment of children, adolescents and adults.
- Counselling Psychotherapy of children, adolescents and adults.
- Psychoeducation/ community work.
- Supervision and Internship Training program.
- Ethical and professional conduct.
- Other professional activities.
Minimum requirements
- A Master of Arts or Master of Science degree (NQF level 9) in Counselling Psychology.
- Registration with the HPCSA as an Intern Psychologist.
- A minimum of one (1) year counselling skills experience at Psychology Master’s level.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Psychological assessment of clients using HPCSA recognized psychometric instruments.
- Ability to conduct case presentations and multi-disciplinary groups discussions.
- Attendance of individual and group supervision on a weekly basis.
- Client or case relevant research (i.e. diagnostic or therapeutic information) and theoretical conceptualization.
- Administrative responsibilities.
- Demonstration of language proficiency.
- Referent letter from Supervisor is essential when applying.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- The ability to work well independently and also in a team.
CLOSING DATE: 28 July 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The Laboratory Compliance Officer, working under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, is responsible for developing, implementing, managing, maintaining, and improving the laboratory’s quality management system (QMS) in accordance with ISO 17025 and other relevant accreditation standards.
- This role ensures continued accreditation, quality assurance, document control, internal audits, and regulatory compliance.
- Moreover, it enhances laboratory operations and promotes a culture of continuous improvement within the facility.
- The Laboratory Compliance Officer reports directly to the Laboratory Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implementation and maintenance of the QMS
- Assist the Laboratory Manager with the physical implementation of the quality management system.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the quality management system in accordance with ISO 17025 and related standards.
- Ensure all laboratory processes and procedures comply with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor the effectiveness of the management system and recommend necessary improvements.
Compliance and auditing
- Conduct internal audits to assess compliance with quality standards.
- Perform routine spot checks to ensure adherence to documented procedures.
- Support external audits and accreditation assessments.
- Identify deviations from established procedures and initiate corrective/preventive actions.
- Ensure that all corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and documented.
- Monitor compliance with procedures and timelines.
Risk Management and continuous improvement
- Identify risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential quality concerns.
- Ensure laboratory activities align with best practices for quality assurance.
- Collaborate with laboratory management to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Report on the performance of the quality management system and recommend enhancements.
Training and documentation
- Develop and conduct training sessions on quality management and compliance.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records related to quality assurance activities.
- Provide guidance to laboratory personnel to ensure adherence to quality policies and procedures.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- In-depth knowledge of ISO 17025 accreditation standards.
- Proficiency in quality management principles, identifying non-conforming work, risk assessment, and root cause analysis.
- Experience conducting internal audits and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for laboratory quality management.
- Ability to train and mentor laboratory staff on quality and compliance-related matters.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Ability to function under high-stress situations.
- Ability to work in a multi-linguistic and multi-cultural environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Minimum requirements
- A bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Natural Sciences or related area of specialisation.
- A certificate of competence and experience on ISO 17025.
- A certificate of competence and experience identifying Non-Conforming Work, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CA).
- Certificate of Competence and Experience on Laboratory Risk Management.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in an accredited ISO 17025.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in technical signatory.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Membership with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP).
CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2025
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