Jobs at North West University

Job description

• Niche Field: Corporate Law (Corporate Finance Law, Corporate Insolvency and Restructuring Law, Securities Law)

Minimum requirements

• LLD/PHD in Corporate Law; at least 2 published academic journal articles or book chapters or conference proceedings

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support: Hybrid and Live-Streaming

• Support scheduling, setup, and monitoring of Teams Classes and hybrid events.
• Provide in-person support for hybrid-enabled venues to ensure sessions start correctly.
• Escalate equipment issues in hybrid-enabled venues for maintenance by relevant IT and Infrastructure departments.
• Assist with remote monitoring of class audio, video, and content sharing; troubleshoot common issues.
• Facilitate setup and operation of live-streaming equipment during academic events.
• Assist with identifying technical requirements and help ensure high-quality broadcasts.
• Support remote monitoring of live-streamed events, providing immediate troubleshooting when needed.

Bookable Educational Technology Assistance

• Prepare bookable educational technology items for academics.
• Provide setup assistance and training to ensure successful integration into teaching practices.
• Conduct basic maintenance, software updates and testing to ensure readiness of bookable equipment.
• Ensure a tidy work environment is maintained at all times.

Learning Space Support (One Button, Podcast Studios, and Maker Spaces)

• Manage bookings and prepare equipment in studios for users.
• Train first-time users on equipment operation and assist with basic troubleshooting.
• Regularly check studio functionality and report maintenance needs to the Educational AV Technology Specialist.
• Ensure a tidy work environment is maintained at all times.
• Report any technical issues with equipment or spaces to the Educational AV Technology Specialist.
• Monitor equipment usage and follow SOPs for returning and storing AV resources after use.

Training

• Assist in delivering training sessions and workshops for academics on AV technology and hybrid teaching tools.
• Guide users on effective use of educational spaces and resources, including Teams and Panopto.
• Maintain and update training materials for easy reference and self-paced learning.

 Ad Hoc

• All administrative and reporting functions.

OHS

• Adhere to all respective protocols.

Minimum requirements

• Senior Certificate (Matric) (NQF Level 4).
• Two years’ experience in technical and end-user support in a technology environment.
• Two years’ experience in administrative support in a technology environment.
• Two years’ experience in the use of digital technologies and other collaborative technologies as well as audiovisual and hardware/software systems.
• High levels of efficiency in handling technical queries and interacting with stakeholders and different levels of academic staff.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• Diploma, Advanced Certificate / Degree (NQF 6/7).

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Job description

• The Centre for Health Professions Education (CHPE) is involved in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, housing the Health Professions Education Scientific Committee.
• The CHPE’s research is focused on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in the health sciences, which includes but is not limited to inquiries into teaching, learning and assessment methods, clinical education, health workforce education policy, faculty development, and student access, retention, attainment and success (ARAS).
• The Centre is looking for a suitable candidate with the necessary teaching, learning and research experience to recruit as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow.

Minimum requirements

• A doctoral degree in Health Sciences, preferably Health Professions/Science/Care Education, obtained within five years before the appointment as a postdoctoral fellow, is mandatory.
• The postdoctoral fellow should contribute to a noticeable increase in the research outputs of the centre and, the university. Hence, the candidate's publication track record will be considered when a decision about awarding the fellowship.
• Evidence of Health Professions Education experience.
• Evidence of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) research.
• Evidence of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision/support.
• The candidate is preferably from a university other than NWU.
• The fellow will be based (full-time) at the relevant Potchefstroom Campus of the NWU.
• Postdoctoral fellows will be allowed to work for additional remuneration in the form of a taxable salary, in line with SARS and Department of Home Affairs regulations. This will not exceed 12 hours per week.

Benefits:

• The research fellow will be able to grow their career in a thriving academic institution.
• The fellow will be able to gain firsthand experience in research and programme development.
• The fellow will receive mentoring in Master’s and PhD supervision.
• The fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate with the academics in the CHPE in research and publications.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data integrity and quality assurance 

• Jointly accountable with: Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-investigators.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and validity of clinical data collected.
• Maintain alignment between extracted data and approved study protocols.
• Review and address data discrepancies or quality concerns.
• Ensure database outputs are reliable for analysis and reporting.

Ethical and regulatory compliance

• Jointly accountable with: Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-investigators.
• Ensure compliance with approved ethics protocols.
• Uphold Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive data.
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and monitoring visits.

Clinical data interpretation and query resolution

• Jointly accountable with: Relevant clinical consultants and Multi-disciplinary Team.
• Clarify ambiguous or incomplete clinical documentation.
• Verify missing or inconsistent information.
• Ensure accurate interpretation of clinical scenarios within the scope of practice.
• Maintain professional communication regarding data-related queries.

Patient eligibility and protocol adherence

• Jointly accountable with: PI and Co-Investigators.
• Confirm appropriate patient inclusion in accordance with study criteria.
• Ensure adherence to approved data collection frameworks.
• Escalate protocol deviations where identified.

Research database governance and security

• Jointly accountable with: Data Manager.
• Ensure appropriate use of REDCap systems.
• Maintain secure data storage and controlled access.
• Support system audits and data verification processes.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent (NQF Level 7).

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Planning and Budgeting

• Assist the OU manager with the preparation and input of the annual budget on OU level. 
• Assist the project manager in the OU with the preparation of project budgets, including the adherence to the NWU financial policy and guidelines. 
• Collect input that can assist Accountant with the financial implications and consequences of strategic decisions and formulation of business strategies (integrated planning function) to assist the Executive Manager and his/her management team.

Financial analysis, evaluation and reporting

• Prepare a financial report for the assigned OU’s. The report needs to include (but not limited to) information on the following: subsidy, tuition fees, external funding, sundry debtors and variance analysis. 
• Discuss the financial report with the Manager/management team.
•  Prepare and submit financial reports requested from external parties.

Financial control and risk management

For assigned Organisation Unit/s (OU’s):

• Keep abreast of changes in NWU financial policies and guidelines and give advice on the interpretation thereof.
• Fulfil the KFS Fiscal Officer role.
• Prepare all the relevant reconciliations done in the department as part of the financial control function.
• Assist manager with the financial aspects of all external contracts, including sundry debtor’s management.
• Assist in the control of physical assets.
• Assist in the evaluation of the financial internal controls and the effectiveness of the processes and procedures in the assigned portfolio/s and seek and implement improved internal controls, processes and procedures. 
• Identify any irregularities and risks and report it to the relevant role player

Ad hoc assignments

• Office administration.
• Personal development.
• Delivering of other financial planning and -management task from time to time in coordination with the Director of Financial Planning.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor of commerce in Accounting 1 or Management Accounting 1 (NQF Level 7).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in various aspects of Financial/Management Accounting in a financial environment

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Exposure to budgeting, reporting and analytical reviewing.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, KFS).

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Defining project scope and objectives. 
• Developing detailed project plans, including timelines and milestones. 
• Resource allocation and task assignment.

Budget Management

• Estimating costs and preparing budget.
• Monitoring and controlling project expenditures.
• Ensuring project is completed within the approved budget.

Risk Management

• Identifying potential risks and issues.
• Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitoring and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Identifying and engaging stakeholders.
• Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Managing stakeholder expectations and feedback.

Project Execution

• Managing project execution according to the plan.
• Ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and final deliverables.
• Coordinating activities and resolving issues that arise.

Communication Management

• Establishing effective communication channels.
• Ensuring regular updates and reports are provided to stakeholders.
• Facilitating meetings and ensuring clear and concise information sharing.

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ project management experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ financial management.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working on the NWU financial system (KFS) as a senior financial administrator.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Defining project scope and objectives. 
• Developing detailed project plans, including timelines and milestones. 
• Resource allocation and task assignment.

Budget Management

• Estimating costs and preparing budget.
• Monitoring and controlling project expenditures.
• Ensuring project is completed within the approved budget.

Risk Management

• Identifying potential risks and issues.
• Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitoring and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Identifying and engaging stakeholders.
• Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Managing stakeholder expectations and feedback.

Project Execution

• Managing project execution according to the plan.
• Ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and final deliverables.
• Coordinating activities and resolving issues that arise.

Communication Management

• Establishing effective communication channels.
• Ensuring regular updates and reports are provided to stakeholders.
• Facilitating meetings and ensuring clear and concise information sharing.

Minimum requirements

• A master’s degree in Engineering (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ project management experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in product development.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in engineering projects.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• An MBA with specialisation in Business or Project Management (NQF level 9).

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning

• Engaging with and supporting students enrolled in the Postgraduate Diploma in Cosmetic Product Formulation.
• Facilitating learning to ensure academic progress and subject understanding.

Assessment and Academic Administration

• Marking assignments for the Postgraduate Diploma in Cosmetic Product Formulation.
• Submitting marks to the programme administrator in a timely and accurate manner.

Curriculum Development and Programme Enhancement

• Reviewing and updating programme content annually.
• Ensuring alignment with current developments in the cosmetic industry and cosmetic science.

Practical Training and Laboratory Facilitation

• Planning and conducting contact practical sessions (two one-week sessions annually).
• Supervising formulation of cosmetic products.
• Guiding students in compiling product information dossiers.
• Overseeing student product presentations (“product launch”) for assessment.

Minimum requirements

• A master’s degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or related disciplines (NQF Level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the Cosmetic Industry.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Cosmetic Product Formulation.

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCE:

• Member of The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Fragrance Association of South Africa (CTFA) and The Society of Cosmetic Chemists South Africa (Coschem).

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Teaching and learning

• Lecturing in under and postgraduate studies in any of the fields: Business Studies Education and Economics Education. Contribute to the development of curricula that will support the Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) of the Economic and Management Sciences in Education subject group and update the curriculum requirements for various degrees within the university and faculty’s teaching and learning strategy.
• Teaching and learning in a blended environment and research and innovation activity.
• Quality assurance of teaching material by adhering to quality standards regarding the design, content and publishing requirements for NWU teaching and learning policies
• Knowledge and competence of integrating ICT platforms in teaching and learning, evaluating and assist course material of colleagues to be improved
• Supervision experience at Masters’ and Doctoral level (completed students
• Voluntarily participate in curriculum-related community engagement with the view of achieving the School’s objectives in relation to the Faculty’s and university’s overall mission and mission
• Expertise and competencies to offer mentoring to students and colleagues.
• Contribute to the development of new under and post graduate level degrees, diplomas and certificates as well as short learning programs in Commerce in Education.
• Expertise and competencies to offer mentoring to students and colleagues.

Research  

• A proven research track record in accredited journals and conference proceedings        
• Embraces engaged scholarship involving academic staff, civic engagement involving students’ community service, and professional engagement involving staff using their professional expertise.

Community Engagement

• Executive activities by which discipline-based skills and knowledge are made relevant to the community.

Administration

Minimum requirements

• A master of education (NQF Level 9) specialising in Business studies Education and/or Economics Education.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ appropriate teaching experience in Business Studies and Economics at secondary school level, and/or lecturing experience in Business Studies in Education and Economics in Education at a recognised higher education institution.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Professional registration with SACE.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish a funding target and deliver on the agreed targets of at least R30M.
• Planning customer interaction that supports the larger account strategy.
• Networks extensively within NWU, across functions and levels, assembling resources on behalf of the customer needs. 
• Identifying strategic national and international funding opportunities.
• Funding proposal development.

Minimum requirements

• A master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) (NQF level 9).
• A bachelor’s degree in a STEM OR Commerce field (NQF level 7).
• A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in business development.
• A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in fundraising and/or attracting project funding.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A minimum of five (5) years’ middle management experience. 

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research:

• Conduct research and publish in accredited journals.

Professional development:

• Consolidate research in the field of Indigenous language media.
• Engage and promote knowledge production and sharing in the field of Indigenous Language Media.
• Provide intellectual leadership within ILMA.
• Organise and attend workshops, seminars.

Community engagement:

• Initiate and actively participate in community engagement projects.

 Engage, collaborate with strategic higher education partners:

• Establish and build on current networks of Higher Education expertise at faculty, institutional, national and international level
• Establish and build HE partnership and collaborations.

Ad hoc

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Media/Communication or African Languages with an interest in Media Studies.
• A minimum of 6 (six) years’ academic experience in higher education post-PhD.
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision.
• Consistent research and publications in accredited journals.

ADDED ADVANTAGES

• Membership with Higher Education Associations.
• An NRF Rating.
• A record in attracting research funding, or a potential to attract funding.
• Evidence of department and university service and community engagement activities.

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Objectives of the Postdoctoral fellowship program:

• Participate fully in the research program of the Focus Area.
• Collaborate with other researchers working in the team, thereby stimulating new and original ideas within the team.
• (Co)Supervise students working in the research field, in collaboration with a permanent NWU Staff member.

Minimum requirements

Eligibility:

• A doctoral degree, obtained within 5 years before the appointment as a postdoctoral fellow, is mandatory.
• The candidate must have the intention to pursue a full-time academic career at a university.

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Core responsibilities:

• Generate and execute novel research projects in the mentioned focus areas.
• Publish in high-ranked, impactful journals and present findings at conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty and industry partners on interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Mentor students and enrich the curriculum through guest lectures, workshops and postgraduate supervision.

Minimum requirements

• PhD in Business Management/ Entrepreneurship, obtained within the last five years, with expertise and research outputs research outputs in one or more of the following areas: entrepreneurial education, entrepreneurial intent, mindset and identity, or entrepreneurship ecosystems.
• Proven track record of publications in top-quality journals (DHET Accredited Journals).
• Strong research methodological skills in quantitative research design
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy development:

• Support the Director Centre for BMI in the strategic positioning of the Centre for BMI in terms of research and skills outputs as required by the South African Financial Industry.

Marketing and Funding:

• Develop, initiate and drive research proposals for external funding.
• Embark on innovative independent initiatives to obtain funding, facilities and/or equipment to enable research output.
• Promote and consciously market research expertise to enable funding.
• Promote and market relevant short courses.
• Collaborate and build effective relationships for success model delivery. 

 Management and Leadership:

• Personal effectiveness, wholeness and development.
• Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.
• Provide leadership in transformation of the centre. 

Research and Innovation:

• Conduct and supervise industry directed research projects as required by the Director Centre for BMI.
• Quality assurance and management of research outputs by staff and PhD students.
• Quality assurance and management of industry directed research conducted by masters students.
• Involvement in DSI, NRF and other government initiatives in order to increase the visibility of the Centre for BMI.
• Recommend and guide recommend academic development and capacity building to improve research outputs and manage and coordinate research grants and NRF ratings.
• Drive and grow international collaboration.
• Conduct own research and publication and maintain academic scholarship.
• Support engaged research in the faculty.

Teaching and Learning:

• Teach courses as required by the Director Centre for BMI.
• Quality assurance and management of teaching outputs by staff.
• Drive and manage teaching and learning productivity, output and quality aligned to the Teaching and Learning Plan and play a leading role in faculty programmes and platforms.
• Enable technology and new developments to enhance the offering of short courses and distance learning programmes.
• Recommend and guide recommend academic development and capacity building to improve teaching and learning outputs.
• Drive and grow international collaboration.
• Manage and partake in student communication and support activities.
• Ensure the adequate provision thereof given BEE and transformation requirements arise.

Centre for BMI:

Support the Director Centre for BMI in:

• Direct and manage a financially sustainable research and teaching entity to enable contribution to the financial position of NWU through all revenue streams.
• Drive academic ventures and maintain sound public and private partnerships to facilitate income driven research contracts and projects.
• Participate in selection of researchers to participate in programmes and guide capacity building initiatives to maintain research quality.
• Manage the integration and participation of Masters and Doctorate students in programmes within the entity.

Globalisation:

• Expanding the international footprint of the Centre for BMI in terms of research and training and involvement in international conferences (e.g. Math in Finance conference held at the Kruger Park).

Minimum requirements

SENIOR LECTURER:

• A Master's (NQF level 9) in Risk Analytics / BMI / Statistics / Operational Research / Data Science / AMASSA / FASSA / FRM / PRM.
• A minimum of 5 years’ industry experience in financial risk analytics / data science / business analytics specializing in the delivery of projects.
• A minimum of 3 years’ academic experience including student supervision and a publication record – financial risk analytics / business analytics / data science.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Risk Analytics / BMI / Statistics / Operational Research / Data Science.
• A minimum of 2 years’ research management experience of student and staff research projects.
• A minimum of 2 years’ teaching management experience of staff and students in a teaching environment.
• A member of appropriate academic and professional networks.

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Minimum requirements

• must have completed a doctoral degree related to education research within the last five years at a university other than the North-West University
• must be willing to significantly contribute to the research outputs related to the central scholarly focus of the Research Unit.
• must demonstrate evidence of scholarly performance including a relevant publication record preferably ISI-listed or IBSS-listed journal articles; and
• must demonstrate English language proficiency, as well as sound conceptual and writing skills.