Jobs at North West University

Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy development

• Support the executive dean in developing the faculty strategy and implement the NWU strategy in the faculty, considering its multicampus nature and national imperatives.
• Co-determine and be jointly accountable for the operational matters relating to teaching and learning, research and stakeholder engagement for the faculty on the Potchefstroom Campus.
• Develop the Faculty Integrated Teaching and Learning Plan (FITLP) in alignment with the NWU Teaching and Learning Strategy and coordinate the implementation of the FITLP across the campuses and in distance education.
• Co-determine, develop and be jointly accountable for the successful implementation of the overall NWU strategy.

People development and management

• Manage academics across campuses and ways of delivery to promote superior standing, scholarship and performance.
• Ensure superior management of faculty staff in key positions to lead and implement the best people- and task-management practices.
• Ensure effectiveness of support staff and accept joint accountability.
• Accept joint accountability for the people profile (staff and students in every mode of delivery).
• Accept joint accountability for best-practice staff development and performance-management practices.

Primary Role: Teaching and Learning

• Support the executive dean or relevant deputy dean in leading and directing teaching and learning practices, processes and competencies that achieve academic excellence, as well as teaching, learning, and assessment innovation across the campuses and in distance education.
• Support the scholarship of teaching and learning to promote teaching and learning innovation across the campuses and in distance education.
• Be responsible for continuous curriculum renewal delivering socially responsible programmes that are congruent with national imperatives. 
• Lead and direct effective academic planning across the campuses to deliver flagship programmes for the faculty that provide a competitive advantage to the NWU.
• Support the executive dean in leading and directing effective enrolment planning across the campuses to ensure optimal enrolment levels in various academic fields, qualification levels and modes of delivery.
• Be responsible for aligned academic programmes and aligned modes of delivery on all campuses and in distance education.
• Lead the quality assurance of academic programmes to ensure academic standards and the quality of the student learning experience in response to 21st century contexts and the attainment of sought after graduate attributes.
• Take responsibility for professional qualifications to meet minimum standards set by professional bodies.
• Direct the integration of research outputs into teaching and learning to enhance professional qualifications and graduate employability.
• Ensure preparation of students for postgraduate research programmes where relevant.
• Apply consistent superior teaching and learning metrics.
• Manage financially strengthening, third-stream revenue that consistently enhances the financial sustainability of the NWU.

Ancillary Role: Research and Innovation

• Support the executive dean or relevant deputy dean in establishing and maintaining a research environment and support infrastructure enabling world-class research.
• Support the executive dean or relevant deputy dean on the campus in implementing inter- and transdisciplinary research that differentiates the NWU nationally and internationally.
• Ensure research outputs and quality of notable international profile and impact.
• Support the executive dean on the campus in leading and directing flagship research entities that provide a competitive advantage to the NWU.
• Facilitate differentiation and third-stream revenue generation through innovation and commercialization.

Community Engagement

• Support the executive dean or relevant deputy dean in leading and directing community engagement initiatives that are integrated with teaching and learning as well as research for the campus.

External strategic relationships

• Manage funding, professional recognition, academic development, employment and research-opportunity realisation through effective local and international relationships with peers, higher-education institutions, the research community, industry, professional bodies and the community.
• Manage the NWU’s brand positioning and promote joint accountability through effective relationships with national and local government, the community, industry, students, parents and alumni and other stakeholders.

Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in one of the faculty’s disciplines (NQF level 10).
• Five (5) to ten (10) years’ senior management experience.
• Significant teaching and learning experience within the higher education environment.
• Membership and/or professional registration with appropriate academic and professional networks/bodies.
• Experience in financial management and budgeting.
• A distinguished record of research and scholarship excellence.
• A track record of developing and maintaining relationships with research-funding and professional bodies.                                       

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent people and communication skills.
• A thorough knowledge of the RSA’s higher and basic -education environment.
• A well-developed proficiency in information and communication technology.
• An acceptable knowledge of approaches to student access and support and curriculum design and delivery within the applicable academic fields.
• Knowledge and understanding of the integrated approach to initial teacher education with reference to both the integration of content and pedagogy and the integration of content and language in multilingual contexts.
• An aptitude for managing the teaching and learning value chain.
• Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Professional work ethic.
• Autonomous, accurate and assertive.
• Responsible, accountable, fair, transparent.
• Is decisive, able to reach timely decisions and initiate action appropriately.
• Follows through on commitments, obligations for services.
• Represents the faculty in a positive and professional manner.

CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025

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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• To lecture undergraduate and honours modules in Chemistry.
• Carry out research in the Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate and administer the learning process for students in Chemistry modules presented at undergraduate and post-graduate levels
• Review and design academic curricula.
• Assist in running of specialized equipment and interpretation of data.
• Contribute to community engagement and be involved in the departmental administrative functions.
• Perform other duties assigned by the line manager.

Minimum requirements

• An honours’ degree (NQF level 8) in Chemistry.
• A minimum of 1 year teaching experience at university level.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Chemistry.
• At least 1 publication in a peer reviewed journal.
• Membership with the South African Chemical Institute.
• A proven research track record.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Effective lecturing of undergraduate and post-graduate Chemistry theory courses at university level.
• Ability to run specialized equipment in the Chemistry research laboratory.
• The ability to carefully analyse data and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
• Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines.
• Ability to function as part of the team and also in a multicultural environment.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good time management.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

CLOSING DATE: 13 June 2025

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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• An academic position where the incumbent will be expected to engage in T&L, Research and Community Engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning:

• Teach English Literature modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• These include early modern literature, 19th century literature, Literary theories, African literature and contemporary literature.
• Team teaching, student evaluations, assignments, tests and examinations, supervision of postgraduates
• Be able to teach different genres of literature (poetry, drama, fiction and film) at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Complete related administrative tasks, such as submitting marks and monitoring student progress.
• Set tests and examinations, as well as mark assessments.
• Hold office hours for consultations with students.
• Attend meetings (with the subject group, teaching team, and/or module tutors).
• Act as module convenor across the three NWU sites.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Moderate assessments internally.
• Manage records by maintaining module files for Internal and/or External Programme Evaluation.
• Have a good knowledge of African, world and contemporary literatures of the Global South

Research:

• Contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages.
• Present at national and international conferences.
• Publish articles in accredited Journals.

Academic leadership and administration:

• Fulfil management tasks and duties in service of the university as they arise (for example, subject chair responsibilities; serving on a Faculty Board or committee).
• Demonstrate good organisational and administrative skills.

Community engagement:

• Involvement in community engagement through CE projects and collaboration with stakeholders.

Occupational Health and Safety:

• Cooperate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet the legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in English Literature and/or Literary Studies.
• A minimum of 6 years’ work experience and a proven track record of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at university level.
• A minimum of seven (6) years’ teaching experience in the different genres of Literature (Poetry, Drama, Fiction and Film) as well as Varieties of Literature i.e 19th Century literature, Literary Theory, Contemporary literature, African literature.
• Active involvement in research, as evidenced by a number of publications in accredited journals commensurate with the level of a full professor.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/ posters at national and/ or international scholarly conferences.
• Applicant should be active in community engagement projects.
• Experience with postgraduate supervision.
• Have good knowledge of variety of literatures from early modern to contemporary literature i.e African, world and contemporary literatures of the Global South.
• A minimum of 2 years leadership experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Be able to function effectively as part of a team and relate well with colleagues and peers.
• Be knowledgeable in the use of technology.
• Facilitation of blended teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, team teaching, student evaluations.
• Develop course material, assessments (formative and summative) and Assignments.
• Perform administrative tasks when required, attend workshops, seminars and conferences.
• Teach undergraduate classes and aid in the provision of postgraduate supervision.
• Excellent English language and communication skills.
• Excellent level of computer literacy and experience with LMS systems, MS Teams, Outlook, MS Office.
• Competent computer literacy - Knowledge of MS office, knowledge and experience of computational tools in teaching.
• Competent knowledge of literary theory and the application thereof in English literature Studies. 

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Professional work ethic.
• Ability and willingness to work with a variety of students.
• Passionate about teaching and learning, and research.
• Adherence to deadlines.
• Collaborative team member who fosters positive and productive relationships with colleagues and peers. 

CLOSING DATE: 6 June 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The incumbent should be available to play a leading role lecturing within the School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering as well as research conducted under the Centre for Excellence in Carbon based fuels. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching/Learning:

• Lecture typical chemical Engineering Modules, assist with the projects and Design module of 4th year students.

Research:

• Research is conducted on coal, biofuels, and water research to ensure continuation of the research currently being conducted.

Implementation/Commercialization:

• Ensure the commercial implementation of research results involvement in community projects.

Management:

• Involvement in the management of the School.

Minimum requirements

LECTURER:

• An appropriate BEng/ BScEng degree that allows for registration as Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA, http://ecsa.co.za), in terms of the Washington accord.
• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (NQF level 9).
• 2 years' relevant working experience. 

SENIOR LECTURER:

• An appropriate BEng/ BScEng degree that allows for registration as Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA, http://ecsa.co.za), in terms of the Washington accord.
• Either a PhD in Engineering (NQF level 10) OR a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (NQF level 9) combined with professional registration as engineer.
• 5 years' relevant working experience.

RECOMMENDATIONS

LECTURER:

• A minimum of (2) years’ lecturing experience.
• A minimum of (2) years’ research experience.
• ECSA Professional Engineer Registration.

SENIOR LECTURER:

• A minimum of (5) years’ lecturing experience.
• A minimum of (5) years’ research experience.
• An NRF Rating.
• ECSA Professional Engineer Registration.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Competent in Chemical Engineering subjects for teaching/learning purposes
• Competent in Chemical Engineering computer packages such as ASPEN, Python, CFD Packages.
• Competent in Chemical Engineering research in either Chemical or Minerals Engineering
• Competent in the supervision of postgraduate students.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to work in an interdisciplinary field, and a diverse environment.

CLOSING DATE: 6 June 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION 

• To fill a vacancy in the School of Professional Studies for the subject group, Education Management & Leadership on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
• Teaching and supervision:  Postgraduate students.
• Study guide and material development.
• Personal research and support to research entity.
• Initiating and planning of strategic research initiatives.
• Community service and social responsiveness.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Education Management and Leadership.
• Previously employed in the field of Higher Education (a minimum of 5 years’ experience).
• Author/co-author of at least 6 research articles in accredited journals since 2019.
• Involvement in the supervision of master’s (to completion) and doctoral students (in progress).
• Demonstration of academic leadership.
• Research skills, interpersonal skills/communication, and computer literacy.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A leader of funded research projects.
• Involvement in NRF – funded research projects.
• A proven record of presenting/attending relevant national and international conferences.
• Experience in teaching research modules at postgraduate level. 

Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)

• Demonstrate experience of working in a higher education context
• Have a proven publication record – especially over the last 5 years
• Have a proven record of presenting/attending relevant national and international conferences

Behavioural Competencies

• Team worker
• Good interpersonal relations

CLOSING DATE: 24 June 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To teach technical proficiency at undergraduate level, supervise postgraduate research on an appropriate level and to actively engage in research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching:

• Preparation of study guides and subject material.
• Managing practical sessions for students.
• Delivery of lectures and sessions where needed.
• Marking and grading of assessments.
• General module administration.

Research:

• Conduct research towards own qualification (if not PhD).
• Supervision of postgraduate students.
• Involvement in professional/academic societies.

Administration:

• Representation on Faculty-specific committees.
• General workshop administration and compliance.
• General workshop maintenance, planning and budgets.

Minimum requirements

• Artisan qualification as boilermaker, millwright or fitter and turner with a qualification in education (NQF level 6), or a degree in Education specialising in Technological Education (NQF level 7).
• In addition to the above,

LECTURER:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) NQF level 9.
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Mathematics (NQF level 7).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ artisan experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ teaching and learning experience or certificate in teaching and learning.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PG Dip), NQF level 8.
• Postgraduate Certificate (PGCE) in Education.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: 

Must be proficient in the following:

• Fitting, milling, turning, thread cutting, welding and soldering.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research methodology and technical writing.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team or subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

The following behavioural competencies are required:

• decision-making skills,
• analytical skills and critical thinking,
• confidence,
• self-directedness.

CLOSING DATE: 10 June 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Senior Lecturer: Provide teaching and learning services as well as a research function.
• This position is a half-day position with reduced working hours, i.e., working hours are 5/8ths of a fulltime position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching and Learning
• Teaching assigned classes according to the NWU teaching and learning strategies, ensuring required throughput and achieving student-lecturer evaluation scores in accordance with the university’s expectations.

 Research

• Research outputs as to be discussed with programme leader and deputy director. 

Community Engagement

• Actively contribute to community engagement projects as part of the School of Accounting Sciences.

Minimum requirements

• A Master of Commerce in Accountancy or equivalent (NQF 9).
• A member of SAICA as a CA(SA).
• 5 years’ experience in the field as an Accountant.
• 5 years’ full-time teaching experience at a SAICA-accredited contact institution.

RECOMMENDATION:

• Published articles in accredited journals.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• A working knowledge of essential technical competencies required in the field of accountancy including accounting, auditing, management accounting, financial management and taxation.
• Knowledge of working with students, handling large classes, setting of assessments.
• Knowledge of the process of research and an eagerness to conduct research.
•  Interest in community service.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office package (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
•  Knowledge of Accounting-related software packages.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Adaptability / Agility.

CLOSING DATE: 27 June 2025