The University of the Western Cape is a public research university in Bellville, near Cape Town, South Africa. The university was established in 1959 by the South African apartheid government as a university for Coloured people only.
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Key Performance Areas
- Assess and facilitate the disability-related academic support needs of students within the OSwD.
- Coordinate and oversee the monitoring and evaluation of the psycho-social needs of students with disabilities.
- Provide regular, ongoing progress reports on mental health support offered to students with disabilities.
- Produce written reports on services, programs or initiatives offered in OSWD.
- Assist as a referral agent for further mental health support to students.
- Collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders to enhance unique support initiatives for students with disabilities.
- Coordinate and facilitate personal mastery and empowerment, training and development.
- Conduct individual counselling and coaching sessions for students with disabilities and other participants of programs offered by OSWD.
- Coordinate disability awareness efforts, training, and facilitation in line with departmental goals.
- Engage actively in relevant research.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements (Qualification and Experience)
- An Honours Degree in Psychology or a 4-year Social Work or relevant field at NQF 8
- 5 years of relevant work experience in facilitation, coaching, and counselling in Higher Education
- Experience working with students with disabilities
- Valid registration with South African Professional body
Required competencies
- Good interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
- Counselling skills
- Coaching skills
- Display strong work ethic, compassion, commitment and trust.
- Strong administrative, planning, and organizational skills.
- An understanding of relevant theories pertaining to student development and disability services.
- Practical experience to plan and facilitate group training.
- Experience in advocacy for persons with disabilities
- Proven track record of excellent team work.
- Professional Report writing.
- Strong leadership and computer literacy skills.
- Ability to take initiative and to work independently.
- Ability to collect, process and interpret program evaluation and student feedback data.
- Research skills
- Digital Acumen
Closing Date
27/2/2026
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Reporting to the Faculty Manager, the appointee’s duties will include, but not be limited to supervising faculty administration and execution of the following tasks:
- Academic Administration
- Marks Administration
- Student Support
- Postgraduate Management
- Enquiry Management
- Committee Administration
- Marketing, Branding and Student Recruitment
- Meeting and General Office Administration
- Staff Supervision
- Faculty Administration
While the successful applicant will be expected to perform in the above, emphasis will be placed on:
- Statistical numeracy and reporting
- Marketing and Media Skills
- Supervisory experience
- A track record of innovative practice
Minimum Requirements
- Matric with a Honours Degree
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Higher Education environment, of which at least 3 years should be in a Faculty Officer role
- Committee Administration
Required competencies:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Coaching & Developing others
- Individual Leadership skills
- The ability to collaborate with various stakeholders
- Planning and organizing skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Intermediate to expert user of computer office applications
- Good writing and minute-taking skills
- High level of stress tolerance
Closing Date
18/2/2026
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The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Industrial Psychology/HRM
- Conduct research and publish in Industrial Psychology/HRM
- Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
- Provide academic leadership and administration
- Undertake curriculum development and assessment
- Undertake community engagement and outreach
Minimum Requirements
- PhD or equivalent in the field of Industrial Psychology/HRM or Organisational Psychology
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching in the field of Industrial Psychology/HRM
- A track record of quality peer reviewed publications in the field of Industrial Psychology/HRM
- A record of successful postgraduate supervision (including Masters and PhD studies)
- Evidence of expertise, national standing, and where appropriate, an international presence in his/her discipline
- The integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning and teaching and/or research
- Experience in generating research grants
Added Advantages:
- Registration as Industrial Psychologist with the HPCSA
- Other professional registrations, such as SABPP and IPM
- Evidence of sustained national and/or international recognition as a leading researcher
Key competencies:
- 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
- Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership
Closing Date
20/2/2026
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Key Performance Areas:
Information Security Governance
- Establish, communicate and maintain information security policies, standards, procedures and other documentation that support information security,
- Lead the design and implementation of an information security strategy to proactively address evolving cybersecurity threats and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the University's information assets
- Identify current and potential legal and regulatory requirements affecting information security,
- Establish reporting and communication channels that support information security.
Information Security Risk Management
- Establish a process for information asset classification and ownership,
- Implement a structured information risk assessment mitigation and reporting process, and oversee findings to closure,
- Ensure that threat and vulnerability evaluations are performed on an ongoing basis,
- Identify and periodically evaluate information security controls and counter-measures to mitigate risk to acceptable levels,
- Integrate risk, threat and vulnerability identification and management into operational management and program delivery processes.
Information Security Program Development
- Ensure the development of information security architectures (considering people, information, processes and technology),
- Develop and maintain plans to implement the information security strategy ensuring alignment with other assurance functions,
- Specify the activities to be performed within the information security program / projects,
- Develop a program for information security awareness, training and education,
- Recommend and advise information security requirements into the organization’s processes and life cycle activities (e.g. change control, software development, employment, procurement etc.),
- Advise on the integration of information security controls into contracts,
- Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the information security program.
Information Security Program Management
- Oversee the execution of information security programs,
- Oversee the performance of contractually agreed information security controls (e.g., with joint ventures, outsourced providers, business partners, third parties),
- Provide information security advice and guidance (e.g., risk analysis, control selection) across the institution,
- Provide information security awareness, training and education to stakeholders (e.g. business process owners),
- Monitor, measure and report on the effectiveness and efficiency of information security controls and compliance with information security policies,
- Collaborate with Operational Teams to ensure effective management of controls and the successful implementation of strategies. This includes working closely with managers across different domains and engaging with campus stakeholders to align security and compliance objectives with operational needs.
Information Security Incident Management and Response
- Develop and maintain plans to respond to and document information security incidents,
- Develop and implement processes for preventing, detecting, identifying, analysing, and responding to information security incidents,
- Establish escalation and communication processes and lines of authority,
- Track and Facilitate the investigation of information security incidents (e.g. forensics, evidence collection and preservation, log analysis, interviewing),
- Develop a process to communicate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. media, law enforcement, staff and students),
- Integrate information security incident response plans with the institution’s disaster recovery and business continuity plan,
- Formulate training and awareness programs for information security incident response,
- Provide guidance on the resolution of major information security incidents,
- Facilitate reviews to identify root causes of information security incidents, facilitate corrective actions and re-assess risk.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, or an equivalent NQF-7 accredited qualification with 5 years' experience in a similar role and at a similar level or
- Diploma at NQF 6 level and an accredited, internationally recognised Information Systems Security certification with 8 years' experience in a similar role and at a similar level
- An accredited, internationally recognised Information Systems Security certification (CISSP, CISM, etc.),
- Demonstrable IT Service Management experience,
- Relevant Information Security (InfoSec) Management experience in an enterprise environment,
- Knowledge of the legal, regulatory and compliance requirements related to InfoSec (e.g. POPIA),
- Proficient in information security frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO27001),
- Good experiential knowledge and understanding of an enterprise business system architecture (including data centre; server environment; storage network; databases; operating systems; applications; WAN & LAN networks)
- Successful track record in developing and managing InfoSec projects / programs,
- Experience in Security incident management, Security Investigations and root cause analysis,
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point),
Preferred/Advantageous Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Below are the preferred requirements that would be advantageous to candidates, but are not essential:
- Experience in developing InfoSec policies, plans and procedures aligned to ISO/IEC 27001 & 27002 standards,
- Strong knowledge of IT Governance and cyber security practices
- An accredited IT Risk Management certification (e.g. M_o_R) at intermediate / practitioner level,
- Accredited certification in Project Management (e.g. PMP, Prince2),
- COBIT-5 certification in IT Governance,
- Experience in the use of Microsoft Project,
- Experience working in the Higher Education sector would be advantageous,
Required Competencies:
- Diagnostic information gathering, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills,
- Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised to meet deadlines and to deliver results,
- Excellent planning, co-ordination and time management skills,
- Effective teamwork and the ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholder groups,
- Good business acumen and understanding of business requirements on ICT,
- Thoroughness and attention to quality and detail,
- Ability to influence, establish focus, and to lead and motivate teams to achieve common goals,
- Excellent customer & service orientation,
- Good listening skills and inter-personal awareness,
- Strong personal credibility
- Excellent English Communication skills (verbal and written),
- Strong facilitation and inter-personal skills,
- Strong business acumen.
Closing Date
9/3/2026
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The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following key areas:
- Engaging with UWC researchers to identify innovative technologies/solutions
- Undertaking IP & Innovation Evaluation to assess the potential of these innovations, including conducting prior art searches and analysing patent landscapes
- Developing and implementing IP prosecution strategies for these innovations and guiding TT Project managers when necessary
- Analysing and interpreting IP office actions, simplifying technical/legal language, and advising researchers and TTO staff on appropriate responses
- Developing and implementing commercialisation and/or innovation development strategies for innovations
- Identifying and managing partnerships with relevant innovation partners for specific IP and commercialisation opportunities
- Managing engagement with IP attorneys
- Advising on complicated IP clauses in agreements
- Managing technology transfer projects from disclosure through to commercialisation
- Managing the TTO’s Intellectual Property Portfolio
- Promoting and representing the UWC’s technology transfer function to internal and external stakeholders, including training and awareness events
- Providing general support with TTO operations and activities as well as specific TTO-led initiatives
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements (Qualification and Experience):
- Postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification at NQF8 in a relevant Science, Engineering, Technology or Law discipline
- 5-7 years of experience in a Research Institution Technology Transfer or Innovation environment, preferably in Intellectual Property Management
- 2 years postgraduate research or other relevant experience
Added Advantage:
- Masters degree or equivalent qualification at NQF9 in a relevant Science, Engineering, Technology or Law discipline
- Law degree (LLB) or studying towards a Law degree
- 4 years of experience in Intellectual Property Management and Protection
- 3 years of experience in project management and new product/innovation/business development
Required Competencies and Skills (skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes):
- Sound Knowledge of the university-developed IP protection and prosecution process
- Sound Knowledge of the commercialisation of university-developed IP
- Good analytical skills to conduct prior art searches and market research
- Experience in managing technology transfer portfolio projects
- Solid understanding of the IPR-PFRD Act and compliance requirements of the TTO.
- Excellent verbal, written and report writing skills (English)
- Ability to translate complex concepts into clear accessible language to a diverse range of audiences
- Excellent people management skills, especially the ability to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders at all levels
- The ability to work as part of a high-performing team
Closing Date
22/2/2026
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Minimum Requirements
- PhD in Family Studies/Child & Family Studies, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, or closely related field.
- Demonstrable expertise in the study of the family or aspects of the family.
- Track record of quality peer-reviewed publications in family research.
- Successful postgraduate supervision to completion.
- Grant success (PI/Co-I on externally funded projects).
- 5+ years in a higher education institution or research institute
- Evidence of national standing and emerging international networks.
- Evidence of community engagement.
Added advantage
- NRF rating.
- Leadership of a centre/programme or large consortium.
- Policy advisory experience.
- Strengths in impact evaluation, causal inference, implementation science, or advanced qualitative approaches.
- African regional collaborations.
Competencies
- 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
- High-quality supervision skills
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Planning and organising skills
- Computer literacy
- Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership
- Data-literate, open-science friendly, and tech-savvy.
Closing Date
13/2/2026
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The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the SRES department.
- Conduct research and publish in the field of Sport Sciences.
- Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
- Undertake curriculum development and assessment.
- Undertake community engagement and outreach.
- Provide academic leadership.
- Responsible for application and securing research grants and/or third-stream income.
Minimum Requirements
- PhD or equivalent, in Sport Sciences.
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning, in the field of Sport Sciences.
- A track record of quality peer reviewed publications in the field of Sports Sciences.
- A record of successful Masters supervision and evidence of at least current PhD supervision.
- Evidence of expertise, national standing, and where appropriate, an international presence in his/her discipline.
- At least five (5) years’ experience in a higher education institution.
Added advantage
Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Language of instruction of the institution).
- Presentation and facilitation skills.
- Adaptability and the ability to operate in a culturally diverse environment.
- Student focused approach.
- Coaching and mentoring skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership.
Closing Date
13/2/2026
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The key role and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Participate in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) phases especially solution design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance of applications and solutions
- Design, develop, maintain, and support existing and new applications and solutions based on business requirements.
- Ensure that solutions and enhancements comply with guidelines and best practices.
- Provide technical leadership while responsible for development and implementation of standards to deliver high quality software.
- Training and mentorship of junior developers where applicable
- Authoring of written documentation to support developed solutions
- Work in collaboration with the various ICS units, particularly the ICS Project Management Office, Infrastructure & Operations team and Application Development teams, towards the successful delivery of various projects
- Estimate the efforts involved for development and implementation and prepare Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) as required
- Provide 2nd and 3rd line incident resolution
- Identify, report and manage issues and risks to applications and solutions
- Review and report on performance, stability, and health of applications and solutions
- Identify new and emerging technologies and products based on own area of expertise
- Development of personal skill set in-line with industry trends to meet institution’s objectives
Minimum Requirements
Education requirements:
- Matric (NQF4)
- Degree or 3 Year Diploma in Information Systems
Minimum Working Experience
- 5 Years’ experience as a Software Developer dealing with Microsoft technologies specifically .Net.
- Demonstrable experience within a structured software development environment.
Minimum Technical Experience
- Proven ability to lead a small development team
- Ability to multitask and be involved in several different concurrent activities
- Understanding of SOLID Object-Oriented Design Principles
- Experience with back-end and front-end development with Microsoft .NET Framework
- Developing ASP.NET MVC web applications using C#, .Net Framework and/or .Net Core, AJAX, Angular, JavaScript, CSS and BootStrap
- Experience with SOAP/REST API and Web Services
- Solid experience with SQL queries, stored procedures, and views on Sql Server and Oracle PL/SQL
- Experience using Azure Devops CI/CD methodologies
- Understanding of unit, integration, regression and system testing
- Familiarity with the software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Understanding of Waterfall, Agile and DevOps CI/CD development methodologies
- Knowledgeable and passionate for all things digital
- Sql Server Integration Services (SSIS)
- Power BI Reporting
- Data modelling and cataloguing
- Cloud technologies
Competencies
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Stakeholder engagement
- Ability to work in a team
Closing Date
13/2/2026
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