Job Openings at Stellenbosch University

Duties

• Leading and coordinating the activities in the nursing training project.
• Creating timeline and milestones of the project and tracking it against the schedule.
• Financial management of the project.
• Procurement, requisitions, and submitting credit invoices for payment.
• Asset management related to assets in the project.
• Identifying potential risk and issues, and discussing it with the project leader.
• Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitoring risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Providing regular status reports and updates.
• Tracking the project performance using the project outcomes and metrics, and reporting to the Executive Head of the Department (EHoD)
• Ensuring that quarterly reports with financial statements are provided to the stakeholders and the project lead.
• Providing support and assistance to students in the project with activities such as transportation, accommodation, and other activities.
• Assisting with onboarding and orientation of the student cohort.
• Record keeping of the hours and payment of clinical facilitators.
• Administering teaching, learning material and requirements as per communication from the programme lecturers.
• Scheduling meetings, managing invitees, preparing agenda, minute taking, distributing  minutes and action points related to the training project.
• Facilitating travel and accommodation arrangements of students, academic staff and clinical facilitators related to the project needs.
• Coordinating and arranging meetings with the project stakeholders.
• Assisting with graduation arrangements for students in the project.
• Writing proposals for follow up projects.

Job Requirements        

• A qualification in project management, or at least three years of project management experience in a related field.
• Higher Certificate in office administration (NQF 5) or similar.
• At least three years of experience in general office administration and project management, preferably within a higher education, academic, training or health-related environment.
• Advanced knowledge of and skills in  Microsoft Office and financial systems.
• Experience in basic accounting and financial management.
• Evidence of successful completion of projects in the capacity of project manager.
• Good academic writing skills, including the ability to compile donor reports.
• The ability to engage confidently with academic staff, students, clinical facilitators and external stakeholders.

Recommendation        

• Exposure to donor-funded, grant-funded or externally funded projects will be advantageous.

Closing Date 25-Feb-2026

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Duties        

• Financial administration and coordination of events, centres and units in the Faculty.
• Financial administration and coordination of Short Courses.
• Asset management.
• Providing administrative support to the Faculty Manager.

Job Requirements        

• At least Grade 12 (Senior Certificate).
• National Diploma in financial administration.
• At least five years' financial work experience.
• The ability to work as an individual in a team environment.
• Computer literate (Microsoft applications, especially Excel).
• Excellent planning, administrative and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem solving skills.
• The ability to effectively perform under pressure.
• A self- and target driven approach.

Closing Date  20-Feb-2026

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Duties  

• Providing conceptual, strategic, and visionary leadership for the coordination of the GRO report:
• Collaborating with IRP members and international researchers to conceptualise the project approach within the framework approved by the IRP;
• Synthesising and interpreting raw data and reports to support conceptual processes;
• Conceptualising, organising and co-facilitating a series of workshops and convenings of international research teams to plan and write their draft chapters;
• Conceptualising, organising and co-facilitating workshops for project reporting periods;
• Leading the reporting process, including progress and final reports;
• Providing research support to Dr Ayuk and the project administrator;
• Contributing to the writing and editing of chapters for the GRO;
• Ensuring that all deliverables are met. 
• Co-coordinating the GRO project for the IRP with the Lead Coordinator, which will include:
• Establishing and managing an effective project management system for tracking the progress of every research team, including contracting, reporting, delivery of drafts, circulation of drafts for comment, and ensuring the delivery of final drafts;
• Managing a database of key contacts in the IRP, research teams and related UN agencies;
• Managing effective communications to keep everyone informed and involved;
• Ensuring that research teams adhere to their mandates with respect to length of drafts, content and orientation of arguments;
• Managing project timelines and budgets;
• Publishing a journal article about the process and/or the content is recommended but not compulsory;
• Leading the writing of a project proposal to up-scale the project, collaborating with the CST researchers and other partners.
• Contributing to CST institutional functions, including as guest lecturer, participating in the CST seminars, events, and staff meetings.

Job Requirements    
Minimum Requirements: Junior Researcher

• MPhil or master's qualification in a relevant field (e.g. geography, ecology, resource economics, sustainability science, social science, ecological economics, industrial 
• ecology).
• Specialist knowledge of resource flows (fossil fuels, biomass, metals, construction minerals), preferably at the global level as well.
• Experience in supporting workshops and project processes.
• Experience with developing and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrable project management skills.
• Experience in supporting fundraising for research.
• Experience in report writing.
• A desire to work in participatory interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary environments.

Minimum Requirements: Researcher

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g. geography, ecology, resource economics, sustainability science, social science, ecological economics, industrial ecology).
• At least one peer-reviewed publication.
• Specialist knowledge of resource flows (fossil fuels, biomass, metals, construction minerals), preferably at the global level as well.
• Experience in designing, planning and facilitating workshops and project processes.
• Experience in effectively managing all aspects of a project, from initiation to close out.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in project management skills.
• Experience in leading fundraising proposals.
• Experience in leading report writing.
• Experience of working in participatory interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary environments.
• Willingness to secure ongoing funding to support their position as well as those of more junior researchers at the CST.

Recommendation        
Recommendations: Junior Researcher

• Experience in conducting and/or supporting research on global resource flows (fossil fuels, biomass, metals, construction minerals).
• Experience in managing projects.
• Proven record of managing relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the UN and/or other similar international organisations.
• A track record of being involved in projects and working in teams.
• Experience in supporting funding proposals.
• Familiarity with policy making processes, including drafting policy briefs and reports.
• Willingness to support ongoing fundraising efforts to support their position.

Recommendations: Researcher

• Experience in conducting and/or managing research on global resource flows (fossil fuels, biomass, metals, construction minerals).
• Experience in managing projects.
• Proven record of managing relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the UN and/or other similar international organisations.
• A track record of being involved in projects and working in teams.
• Experience in leading funding proposals.
• Experience and familiarity with policy making processes, including drafting policy briefs and reports.

Closing Date 16-Mar-2026

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Duties    

• Assisting researchers and students with field and laboratory work.
• Collecting soil (using auger/corers/spades) and planting samples in field trials.
• Independently collecting and capturing field project data (e.g. weekly soil moisture readings).
• Driving researchers and students to field sites.
• Preparing soil and plant samples for analysis.
• Assisting with chemical preparations in the laboratory.
• Performing routine basic soil chemical and physical analyses.
• Assisting with organising and setting up undergraduate field and laboratory practicals.
• Organising and keeping departmental laboratories, soil preparation and storage facilities clean and orderly.
• Assisting with general maintenance of basic laboratory equipment.
• Transporting research equipment and field samples.

Job Requirements        

• Grade 12 Certificate with Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry) and Mathematics.
• A valid South African Driver's licence with at least three years' driving experience.
• Physically fit to perform field work and collect soil samples.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to work flexible hours when performing field work.
• Language proficiency for a multilingual university.

Recommendation        

• Experience with field research.
• Experience working in a laboratory or tertiary education environment
• Good organisational skills
• Responsible and reliable

Closing Date    02-Mar-2026

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Duties       
Strategic and operational management

• Providing leadership, management, operational decisions and oversight for the Undergraduate Bursaries and Student Fees Divisions.
• Developing, reviewing, and implementing strategies in response to the evolving bursary and higher education funding environment and keeping up to date with various developments in the educational sector.
• Aligning the Division's operations with the institutional strategy and national financial aid policy frameworks, especially with statutory developments within the higher educational sector.
• Leading change initiatives necessary for smooth operational efficiency and effectiveness of the Department.

Financial systems and oversight

• Managing bursary and student finance cost centres, budgets, and control systems with the appropriate reconciliations of the cost centres at year end.
• Overseeing student financial fees and bursary transactions, including corrections, refunds, rebates, Intellimali payments, and NSFAS and other bursary disbursements, and liaising with the internal auditors and external auditors complying with their enquiries.
• Driving the development and enhancement of bursary and fee-related information systems (e.g. Academia/SUNStudent, etc).
• Coordinating financial reporting to the subcommittees of Council and the Council, and audits (both internal and external), ensuring compliance and accountability in terms of the University's governance framework.

Stakeholder engagement

• Acting as the University's key representative in engagements with NSFAS, bursary and other donors, funding bodies, and national forums (e.g., FAPSA).
• Liaising with faculties, finance, student affairs and administrative departments to ensure integrated financial support for students and staff where necessary.
• Engaging with students, parents and prospective applicants to provide guidance on financial support options.

People management

• Leading and managing a large, diverse team across multiple units.
• Overseeing staff performance management, professional development and succession planning.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration with various stakeholders within the University, creating inclusion and cooperation with high performance.

Technical and advisory functions

• Defining business and technical requirements for financial aid systems in collaboration with IT teams and seeking practical solutions to problem areas withing the Student Finance Division to ease the workflow.
• Providing management information, data analysis, and statistics to inform institutional planning and decision-making to various stakeholders of the University.

Job Requirements    

• Relevant postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8), preferably in accounting, finance, higher education administration, or a related field.
• At least five years' relevant experience in student financial services, bursary administration or financial aid management in higher education or public sector financial aid administration.
• At least three years' in a strategic leadership or senior management role.
• Experience with financial aid systems (e.g. ITS, PeopleSoft, Coltech, Academia/SUNStudent).
• Advanced understanding of bursary/loan funding models, including NSFAS policy and operations, and other bursary donor funding.
• Background in accounting or financial management.
• Familiarity with university governance structures and policymaking.

Recommendation        

• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Proven track record in change management, team leadership and conflict resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels internally and externally.
• The ability to foster a diverse and inclusive working environment.
• Strategic and operational planning and decision-making for bursaries and student fees.
• Financial oversight and budget management.
• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration relationship management.
• Team leadership, staff engagement and staff development.
• Risk management and governance.
• Policy development and compliance.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to interpret and analyse complex data and reporting.

Closing Date    
20-Feb-2026

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Job Requirements        

• At least an honours degree in Economics with five years' working experience, OR a master's degree in Economics with three years' working experience. The working experience must be in a macroeconomic research context.
• Proven ability to manage time and work under pressure.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• The ability to analyse, interpret and effectively communicate data and economic information.
• Proven ability to start and complete research projects independently.
• Experience with working as part of a research team.
• Experience with building and maintaining Excel-based or similar models, including working with high-frequency or survey data.

 
Recommendation        

• Practical experience (i.e. not academic) with econometric software, particularly EViews (or similar) is highly recommended.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, investigate, and address applied economic research questions, supported by practical research outputs (e.g. internal notes, reports, or published work).
• Familiarity with the South African manufacturing sector. 

Closing Date    27-Feb-2026

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Duties        

• Delivering high quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Operations Research and Business Analytics.
• Recruiting and supervising postgraduate students at honours and master's level.
• Actively conducting research and publishing in DHET accredited and peer-reviewed journals in an area that will strengthen the research profile of the Department of Logistics.
• Securing research funding.
• Rendering relevant services to the University and the community, including administrative duties and serving on committees.

Job Requirements    

• Undergraduate training in operations research as a major, combined with at least one of the following subjects: mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science.
• Master's degree in Operations Research.
• The ability and desire to complete a PhD in Operations Research.
• An outstanding academic track record: full transcripts for all undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications required.
• At least one peer-reviewed journal article in an international DHET accredited journal.
• Level of experience required at least one of the following:
• Industry experience of at least three years within the private or public sector; or
• Teaching experience of at least one year within Operations Research and Business Analytics.
• The ability to teach in multilingual environment.
• Proven digital literacy, including proficiency with the various Microsoft software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) as well as LaTeX.
• Proven skills in at least two of the following: Python, R, AnyLogic, NetLogo, Optimisation software (i.e. Gurobi, CPLEX, LINGO.

Recommendation    

• Experience in using learning management systems (e.g. Moodle).
• An active research interest in an area that will strengthen the research profile of the  Department of Logistics.

Closing Date    16-Mar-2026

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Duties    
The Professor and Academic Director is expected to:

• Interpret and operationalise the academic components of the SBS and Stellenbosch University (SU) strategies.
• Facilitate academic strategy development and lead progress management over a five to ten year horizon, including teaching and learning, research, and programme innovation, ensuring social impact is embedded as a strategic dimension of programme design and delivery.
• Chair and shape the academic structures and decision-making processes required for responsiveness and agility.
• Lead and mentor the academic team to enable global academic excellence and high-impact research.
• Define and promote an inclusive, future-fit curriculum with articulation pathways, micro-credentials, and alignment to business and societal needs.
• Craft and enforce the academic goals of SBS's internationalisation agenda, strategic partnerships, and accreditation efforts
• Serve as the School's academic ambassador locally and internationally.
• Drive performance management, human capital development, and succession planning among academic staff.
• Work closely with marketing, operations, finance and human resources to ensure academic sustainability and strategic budgeting.
• Where required, actively engage in teaching, supervision, and scholarly research.

Job Requirements    

• PhD in an Economics and Management Sciences related discipline awarded by a recognised university.
• Senior experience and engagement with public or private organisations, consulting activities, and/or policy that demonstrate management, leadership, expertise and/or thought leadership.
• Evidence of academic leadership in a domain which may include a reasonable number of sole and/or first authored papers, evidence of publications in high impact or highly ranked journals, and the impact of the applicant's own work as reflected in h-indices such as Google Scholar, Scopus and Web of Science.
• Seven subsidy-bearing research credits based upon all credit-worthy academic output.
• Evidence of ongoing research productivity.
• International and national conference participation.
• Proven record of successfully completed PhD and Master's degree supervision.
• Evidence of international and/or national recognition as researcher (peer reviews).
• A teaching portfolio reflecting quantitative and qualitative teaching performance which displays evidence of the scholarship of teaching, as well as evidence of teaching- and learning leadership, relevant to the level of the academic rank.
• External service-rendering and social impact relevant to the academic rank.
• Three to five years' demonstrated track record of academic leadership.
• People management skills.
• Financial and operational experience in managing budgets and academic projects

Closing Date 16-Mar-2026

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Duties        

• Developing education students' knowledge and teaching methodology of language and literacy education (Afrikaans) in the Foundation Phase.
• Developing and evaluating learning and teaching materials for the language and literacy courses (Afrikaans) in the B.Ed Foundation Phase programme.
• Developing education students' knowledge and teaching methodology for teaching emerging and early literacy (in and for Afrikaans).
• Participating in social impact projects and rendering appropriate services to the University and teaching community. 
• Administrative responsibilities relevant to the job level concerned.
• Supervising and co-supervising postgraduate students at honours, masters and doctoral level. 
• Research and publication in language and literacy education in the Foundation Phase, and/or Early Childhood Development, or any other specialisation area relevant to the focus area of the post.
• Contributing to academic administration and leadership in the discipline, Department and Faculty

Job Requirements    

• A relevant PhD with language and literacy education in the Foundation Phase and/or early childhood development as core focus.
• Experience of teaching language and literacy education (Afrikaans) in the Foundation Phase and/or early childhood development in higher education contexts.
• Experience of postgraduate supervision in language and literacy education in the Foundation Phase and/or early childhood development.
• Research and publication in language and literacy education in the Foundation Phase and/or early childhood development. 
• Peer-reviewed papers delivered at recognised education conferences.

Recommendation    

• National Research Foundation (NRF) rating. 
• Experience in and/or knowledge of Foundation Phase and/or early childhood development in South African education contexts.
• Deep-seated interest in and knowledge of current South African education policies.
• Experience and / or knowledge of technology-aided language education, and a basic knowledge of a second additional official South African language.

Closing Date 27-Feb-2026

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Duties        

• Conducting independent and collaborative research in experimental nuclear physics.
• Contributing to the teaching and development of undergraduate and postgraduate physics courses.
• Supervising honours, master's, and doctoral students.
• Participating in departmental services, committees and activities.
• Contributing to developing new national and international research initiatives and collaborations which support the Department's activities in teaching and learning, research, transformation, and social impact.

 
Job Requirements    

• PhD in experimental nuclear physics.
• Demonstrated experience in the application of Machine Learning techniques and simulations in experimental nuclear instrumentation and data analysis, particularly in high-energy or nuclear detector systems.
• Evidence of research activity comparable, particularly in experimental nuclear physics and detector technology.
• A developing track record of peer-reviewed publications and participation in recognised international research collaborations.
• The ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student supervision.

Closing Date 23-Feb-2026

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Duties    

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in educational psychology and educational support.
• Participating in the development and assessment of teaching and learning opportunities.
• Research and publication in areas of specialisation.
• Supervision of postgraduate students.
• Participating in social impact projects, and rendering appropriate services to the University and teaching community.
• Performing academic and programme management functions.

Job Requirements        

• Master's degree in educational psychology.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an educational psychologist.
• A strong academic record.
• Sound expertise in and experience of educational research, learning support and educational psychology.
• A relevant teaching qualification.
• Thorough knowledge of educational changes, policy and context, as well as knowledge of educational psychology in Africa.
• Computer literacy, with the ability to use various Microsoft programs (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and online teaching platforms).
• Commitment to further research.

Recommendation        

• Doctorate in education / educational psychology.
• Relevant teaching and training experience at tertiary level.
• Attending and presenting papers at national and international conferences.
• Recent and relevant publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals.
• Good administrative and organisational skills.

Closing Date    27-Feb-2026

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Duties        
Secretarial and administrative support

• Receiving visitors, interacting with students, and effectively managing email and telephonic enquiries.
• Maintaining an effective filing system of departmental documents.
• Providing secretarial and administrative support to academic staff members and support staff.
• Administering and scheduling activities for the Department of Physics (scheduling meetings and planned activities, monitoring and managing diaries, taking minutes during meetings, etc.).
• Booking venues within the Merensky building.
• Compiling memoranda and other relevant documents as needed.
• Coordinating effective internal communication with departmental staff and students.
• Updating the departmental website with new and relevant information.

Undergraduate administration

• Working closely with undergraduate academic staff.
• Handling undergraduate teaching and assessment administration.
• Assisting with all undergraduate tutor administration.

Managing the Physics Library

• Liaising with the main library officials regarding the Phyics Library.
• Maintaining the borrowing and retrieving of library books.
• Assisting with purchasing new books for the library.
• Maintaining and upholding the rules of the library. 

Financial administration and budget control

• Timeous and efficient execution of financial administrative tasks related to the daily functioning of the Department and in line with Stellenbosch University's financial policies. This will include processing requisitions, issuing requisitions, placing orders and receiving goods, preparing and loading ad hoc payments, maintaining the asset register and interacting with creditors when necessary.
• Using the University's financial system to enter and extract financial data.
• Internal liaising with SU's purchasing and procurement, financial services and vehicle fleet divisions.
• Responsible for all administrative and financial tasks regarding arrangements for national and international travel, accommodation, and conference attendance (with compliance to SU policy).

Job Requirements    

• A post-matric secretarial or administrative qualification (or equivalent).
• At least some secretarial and/or administrative experience.
• Knowledge and experience of financial, administration, and information systems.
• The ability to liaise appropriately, respectfully, and effectively with individuals at all levels, both within and outside the University.
• Proven computer proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• The ability to work under pressure without compromising accuracy.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to adhere to deadlines.

Closing Date 13-Feb-2026

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Duties    

• Overseeing and managing the operation of the workshop, supporting research and teaching needs.
• Performing all the duties of a mechanical technician in the mechanical workshop, operating all machinery and completing jobs submitted by internal and external staff, as well as contract jobs.
• Designing, constructing, installing, testing, refitting, and repairing mechanical equipment and components for experiments, research labs, and teaching labs.
• Supporting and assisting technical staff, students, and researchers with projects related to their mechanical needs.
• Advising on materials, costs, feasibility, and timescales for projects; and liaising closely with academic and research staff.
• Maintaining and upgrading machines and tools (lathes, mills, welding apparatus, etc.).
• Ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Managing the procurement and inventory of workshop equipment and materials; and assisting with drafting the workshop budget.
• Providing technical drawings and assistance in CAD/CAM software and other digital tools.
• Participating in departmental meetings and contributing to the technical strategy of the Department.
• Overseeing the regular maintenance, calibration, and repair of workshop machines.
• Supporting and providing on-the-job training and skills development programmes for interns.
• Participating in continuing professional development courses to keep skills and knowledge up to date.

Job Requirements    

• Industry certification (NQF level 7 or higher), OR significant workshop experience.
• Proven expertise in mechanical engineering, machining, and fabrication, ideally in an academic or research environment.
• Proven expertise in operating a range of workshop machinery, including advanced fabrication equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of and hands-on experience with conventional workshop machinery.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and workshop best practices.
• Strong skills in CAD/CAM systems and technical drawing preparation.
• The ability to plan, organise, and prioritise multiple concurrent projects efficiently.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities, including training and mentoring staff and students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with Faculty, students, and external suppliers.
• Commitment to continual professional development and staying current with technological advances. This includes participation in continuing professional development courses to keep skills and knowledge up to date.
• Experience in machining various materials, including stainless steel, aluminium, wood, and plastics.
• Experience supporting experimental research, ideally in a university-based or Research and Development setting.

Closing Date    13-Feb-2026