Jobs at University of Johannesburg

Responsibilities:

• In line with the Department of Higher Education and Training's nGAP, the Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of a lecturer at the CALTSTEAM research centre in MSTEd. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant South African academic to contribute to and expand the centre’s research profile.
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to existing research projects of the centre, and to conceptualise and lead new projects in advanced learning technologies in the context of STEAM education.  The appointment also includes administrative duties, teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate modules, and the supervision of postgraduate students.

In particular, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Register for the PhD degree, if not already held and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Establish a research niche in the centre and participate in research activities leading to publication of articles in internationally peer-reviewed/accredited journals.
• Be actively involved in the community engagement activities of the centre.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
• Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Prepare/design and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
• Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
• Attend centre, departmental and faculty meetings.
• Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) objectives of the University of Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s qualification related to any discipline/s of STEAM or STEAM education with an average pass mark of 70%.
• A candidate with a PhD in the required field must have obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Excellent skills in one or more advanced learning technologies (virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics and coding).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to self-manage own research group.
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Evidence of professional development.
• Evidence of relevant research capacity.

Recommendations:

• Holding a PhD or a PhD candidate.
• Research track record in advanced learning technologies in STEAM education.
• Published articles in accredited journals.
• Teaching experience.
• A track record of post-graduate research supervision.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.

Apply by: 28 September 2025

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Responsibilities:

Includes Gardens & Grounds and Sports fields

Gardens and Grounds: Lawn Care

• Mow lawns, fields, and other grounds to prepare and fertilize the soil.
• Plant, cultivate, and maintain lawns.
• Operates push or riding power lawnmowers, sprayers, backpack leaf blowers, and hand and power tools.
• Rake leaves and remove trash and debris from assigned areas.
• Sweeps walkways, entryways, and grounds.
• Makes routine adjustments and minor repairs.
• Prune shrubs to maintain desirable limb structure.
• Removes dead, diseased, or broken branches using hand saws and prunes.
• Removes debris and litter from grounds and empty trash cans on an as-need basis.
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters and other ground features.
• Plan or cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.
• Cares for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.

Garden & Grounds: Plant Maintenance

• Prune and trim trees, hedges, and shrubs, weed, rake, and water grounds.
• Design, plants and waters specialty gardens.
• Maintains plants and shrubs in the garden nursery including watering, pruning, and fertilizing.
• Applies insecticides, to control fire ants throughout the garden.
• Water lawns, trees, and plants using portable sprinkler systems, hoses, or watering cans.
• Irrigate lawns, trees, and plants.

Tools, and equipment safety

• Makes routine adjustments and minor repairs to keep equipment in safe working order.
• Assists in the preparation, set-up, and marking of sporting grounds and other facilities as assigned.
• Assist in the installation and repair of ground equipment, irrigation lines, and sprinkler heads.
• Cleans outdoor storage areas.
• Maintains and repairs a variety of hand and power-operated garden tools and equipment, such as seeders, spreaders, edgers, hedge trimmers, pruning, shears, sprayers, spades, hoes, rakes, and mowers.
• Operates ground maintenance equipment.

Landscaping

• Follows planned landscaping designs to determine where to lay, sow grass, or plant flowers or foliage.
• Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces.
• Plant greenery to improve landscape appearance.
• Provide information to clients about landscaping services.
• Build, form, mix, and pour cement to form garden borders.

Health and Safety

• Conveying and handling tools, equipment, and materials.
• Cleaning and workplace, workshop, and equipment, as well as removing waste.
• Selecting, using, and maintaining basic hand tools and materials safely.
• Maintaining basic health, safety, and environmental measures in the workplace.
• Maintaining good housekeeping.
• Wearing protective clothing and equipment as prescribed.

Apply by: 10 October 2025

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Responsibilities:

• In line with the Department of Higher Education and training's nGAP, the Faculty of Engineering and the Built environment at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make a permanent appointment of a lecturer in the Department of Metallurgy. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified, and ambitious aspirant academic to contribute to and expand the faculty’s current teaching and research interests/specialisations.
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the projects of the department and teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Metallurgy. The successful candidate should demonstrate an eagerness to participate in changing the South African landscape through education.

In particular, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Obtain a PhD in the required field, if not already held and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Prepare and conduct practical sessions for the students.
• Prepare and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
• Assist with developing course material for undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation including the use of online tools.
• Be actively involved in core activities of the department such as teaching, research, academic administration, short-course development, marketing, and community projects.
• Annually publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited scientific and / or academic journals and deliver papers at national and international conferences.
• Actively conduct research.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
• Advance the discipline of Metallurgical Engineering through industrial work, community engagement and active participation in voluntary associations (e.g. SAIChE, SAIMM) / professional societies (e.g. ECSA);
• Actively involved in all Departmental academic and administrative activities/duties (e.g. ECSA accreditation preparations, participation in official meetings and gatherings).
• Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) 4.0 objectives of the University of Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements

• BTech, BEng Tech or BSc (Eng) or B Eng in Engineering Metallurgy or Material Science and Engineering related fields with background in Powder Metallurgy.
• A Master’s degree in Engineering Metallurgy or Material Science with a minimum of 70% average pass mark.
• Evidence of community and / or industrial involvement would be beneficial.
• Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
• Sound communication skills in English

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• A team player with a passion for student training and research.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply relevant skills in addressing engineering problems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Evidence of professional development.
• Evidence of relevant research capacity.   
• Teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department Engineering Metallurgy, on any of the university’s campuses.
• Contribute actively to research and publication in his/her specialist field(s).
• Register for the PhD in Engineering Metallurgy.
•  Act as supervisor and assessor to students in the department of Engineering Metallurgy and related programmes.
• Develop, review and lecture undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in Engineering Metallurgy.
• Execute departmental administrative tasks.
• Execute administrative tasks at the Faculty level, if required.
• Do community engagement.

Recommendations:

• PhD in Engineering Metallurgy or PhD candidate and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Candidate/Professional Engineer/Technologist or eligible to register within one year. 
• 1 – 2 years of teaching/tutorship experience at university level with potential as Lecturer and Researcher. Experience with ECSA Graduate Attribute (GA).
•  A track record of post-graduate research supervision and publications.
• Research track record in Powder Metallurgy or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform research, teaching, and administration simultaneously.

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Job Purpose:

• We are seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead change management projects within the UJ Human Capital Management division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the change management planning, execution, and delivery of projects ensuring effective management of risks and resistance.
• Be a part of the team to develop, implement and project manage change management strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with executives, managers, employees, and unions to ensure alignment and support of projects in the UJ Human Capital Management division.
• Facilitate communication, engagement, and training interventions to drive change readiness.
• Monitor and report to senior management on project progress, risks, and outcomes, whilst ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and time.
• Be involved in the change management required to promote employee involvement, continuous improvement, and adherence to labour legislation and university policies.

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in a Business related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in project management with a track record in human resource change management initiatives (e.g., Conditions of Service, Policies, etc.).
• Proven experience in leading complex organisation-wide change initiatives.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Expertise in change management.
• Understanding of HCM practices and information systems.
• Facilitation, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• Strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and ability to manage resistance and build trust.
• Problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Recommendations:

• Remuneration related consulting experience would be an advantage.
• Be either a Certified Accredited Project Manager (CAPM) with PMO or have the equivalent of a the PMP certification from PMI.
• Change Management certification (CMC).
• Experience in the SA higher education, public sector, or complex organisational environments.

Apply by: 3 October 2025

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Job Description:

• The Oracle Technical Developer is responsible for the design, development, and unit testing of technical solutions within Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) across HRMS, Financials, and SCM modules, as well as Oracle Fusion Cloud applications. The role involves developing and maintaining custom applications, building and supporting interface solutions, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and robust system enhancements aligned with business requirements.

Responsibilities: 

• A well-rounded techno-functional professional, working across both technical and functional areas of Oracle EBS and Oracle Fusion Cloud.
• Provide day-to-day technical development support for reports, functions, workflows, interfaces, and Oracle Application Framework (OAF) extensions development solutions.
• Deliver expert-level technical and functional support for Oracle EBS Applications, including HRMS, Financials, and SCM modules.
• Provide advanced technical support for Oracle Fusion Cloud applications, including troubleshooting, enhancements, and integration support.
• Analyze, document, and support system changes, enhancements, and development activities, including system and user acceptance testing.
• Lead technical investigations to diagnose Oracle EBS system issues and identify appropriate resolutions.
• Translate business requirements into process flows and detailed technical design specifications.
• Assist with testing and deployment of Release Update Packs (RUPs) and other module upgrades to maintain current application versions.
• Manage coding standards and maintain code versioning using a repository (e.g., Git or similar tools).
• Apply best practice development methodologies, tools and standards across all technical solutions.
• Execute duties in accordance with the organization’s Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) andbusiness systems development methodology.
• Lead the deployment of new functionalities and modules into the production environment.
• Proactively initiate, recommend and implement innovative technical solutions aligned with business needs.
• Conduct technical evaluations and assessments of proposed solutions for business initiatives.
• Lead the technical design and development of proposed system solutions.
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and training to junior developers to support skills development and knowledge transfer.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology /or equivalent.
• Oracle Developer Certificate or Oracle Cloud Fusion certificate.
• Five (5) years' experience in Oracle Fusion Cloud environment.
• Five (5) years’ experience as an Oracle E-Business Suite technical Developer.
• In-depth understanding of Oracle EBS modules: HRMS, Financials, and Supply Chain Management (SCM).
• Experience translating business requirements into functional and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of business processes and workflows within ERP systems.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Proficiency in Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, Reports, and OAF.
• Experience with Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) or SOA Suite or REST/SOAP APIs.
• In-depth understanding of Oracle EBS architecture and Oracle Fusion Cloud platform.
• Strong experience with OTBI and BI Publisher (BIP) reporting, as well as FBDI and HDL data imports.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Skilled in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and debugging of Oracle applications across environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Adaptability and proactive approach to learning and innovation.

Apply by: 10 October 2025

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Responsibilities:

• Assist with incident logging and investigation.
• Track and follow-up on reported incidents and projects.
• Assist with the testing of solved incidents and new developments.
• Regularly review user systems access and update rights.
• Administer and support Student Finance systems, including ITS Integrator, Bursary Hive System, Q-Management System, etc.
• Communicate with third-party service providers.
• Collaboration with UJ staff and other stakeholders.
• Conduct monthly cleanup of Student Finance SharePoint folders, and documents.
• Serve as the webmaster and content creator for the Student Finance webpage.
• Administer and support new projects/new enhancements on systems for Student Finance.
• Assist with the gathering of requirements from stakeholders.
• Perform tests on new developments, enhancements, and on program errors.
• Assist with the training of users.

Minimum requirements

• Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF6) in Information Systems or Financial Information Systems.
• Three (3) years of experience in the higher education environment, especially within the student finance environment and supporting systems.
• Knowledge of ITS Integrator system, particularly the ITS Integrator Student Finance System.
• Familiarity with the automation systems, e.g., Microsoft Power Automate, SharePoint, Visio etc.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and versatility as a team player.
• Highly organized with excellent follow-through abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliability and Integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure in a complex environment.
• Analytical thinking.

Recommendations:

• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to work under pressure with large volumes.
• Good conflict management and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in English.

Apply by: 10 October 2025

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Job Description:

• The Department is seeking a candidate who is a proven expert in their field, but also play an important role in teaching, research & publication, and academic self-administration.
• This candidate must have the ability to work to tight deadlines and juggle multiple responsibilities.
• He/she will need to have excellent management knowledge, networking skills, and the ability to build strong professional relationships with both students and colleagues.
• The successful candidate will also participate in academic administration, supervise the research of undergraduate and postgraduate students and develop a productive research programme within their research group.
• As a senior staff member, he or she will also be expected to take part in the strategic planning and decision-making of the department.

Responsibilities:

• Supervising, advising, and mentoring junior staff, undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Participating in faculty and departmental committees.
• Teaching and developing undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the relevant areas of civil engineering.
• Conducting research, publishing papers, and attending conferences.
• Organizing guest seminars and faculty events where students can interact with established industry professionals.
• Source research funds for the departmental research programmes.
• Contributing to academic and departmental administration.

Minimum requirements

• PhD or doctorate degree in civil engineering or related engineering field.
• Extensive teaching experience in an academic setting.
• Distinguished record of research and scholarly achievements.
• Willingness to engage with a range of industry professionals and fellow academics.
• Dedication to excellence in the field of civil engineering.
• A professional attitude and great work ethic

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• The successful candidate must be a team player

Recommendations:

• Professional registration with ECSA.
• NRF rated.
• An extensive network of collaborators from industry.
• The ability or experience to function in a multidisciplinary environment

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• We aspire to be a leading Politics and International Relations Department, anchored in Africa, producing cutting-edge national and internationally relevant research; delivering high calibre students who will rethink and reshape the political landscape; creating expertise and engagement on African and world politics, and consolidating strategic partnerships that will stimulate intellectual growth and facilitate global reach. The successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in and support the primary goals and objectives of the department in pursuit of this vision.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the various sub-disciplines that constitute Political Science (Politics and/or International Relations).
• Supervise postgraduate essays, dissertations and theses.
• Conduct and publish research in international, accredited journals and reputable presses.
• Take on administrative and committee roles within the Department of Politics and International Relations, the Faculty of Humanities and the University of Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements

• A completed doctoral degree in Political Science (Politics and/or International Relations), with consideration for cognate disciplines.
• 5 or more years' lecturing experience in the discipline of Political Science or cognate disciplines.
• Strong publication track record in reputable and accredited presses and journals.
• Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
• Sound communication skills in English.
• Experience in Postgraduate supervision, including at the doctoral level.
• Candidates from designated groups (Black South Africans and Women) are especially encouraged to apply

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Excellent teaching skills and good interpersonal skills as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Experience in the integration of ICT in teaching and learning as well as electronic assessment techniques e.g. Blackboard.
• Capacity to administer large undergraduate modules.
• Ability to work well and collegially with others and within established processes.
• Punctuality.
• Knowledge of various subfields of Political Science.

Recommendations:

• Able to teach large groups of students (± 150).
• Experience lecturing undergraduates.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Familiarity with blended learning techniques.
• Experience in compiling study guides.
• Experience in media engagement and writing of opinion articles on matters relevant to your discipline.
• Previous administrative and leadership experience, an NRF rating, publication on decolonisation, scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), the 4IR, and the sustainable development goals (SDGs) through a political lens are added advantages

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Job Specification:

• The Compliance office is mandated by the Council to ensure that the Council and management and the staff members discharge their responsibilities to comply with the applicable compliance obligations, through the implementation of the compliance framework, policy, process, and services. The role of Central Compliance Officer supports the processes which reside within the compliance office for proper integration in the applicable departments. 
• UJ seeks to appoint a competent and strong-minded individual with the ability to implement a compliance process in the divisions of the University, to assist the central compliance office to operationalise compliance management in the University structures in line with its strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the University’s Central Compliance Management Implementation Plan in the divisions;
• Support management to Identify, assess and manage compliance obligations in the divisions;
• Plan and facilitate compliance workshops for the assessment of compliance risks;
• Support compliance office to facilitate the development and maintenance of a compliance universe and cascade the relevant obligations in the divisions;
• Monitor regulatory development on continuous basis to identify relevant developments and changes in the university regulatory landscape;
• Continuously review and maintain the divisions compliance profiles;
• Align the nominated unit compliance champions to the central compliance initiatives and solicit collaboration to implement the central compliance office initiatives;
• Incorporate compliance obligations into operational procedures manuals where appropriate;
• Review and guide the improvement of controls and measures to meet compliance;
• Document Compliance Risk Management Plans (CRMPs) of the prioritised compliance risks centralised in the compliance office through collaboration with the divisions;
• Develop compliance risk monitoring plans and conduct independent monitoring in line with prescribed central compliance monitoring programme;
• Coordinate submission of regulatory returns for the divisions;
• Identify, investigate and report compliance issues, irregularities and violations;
• Collate and prepare (academic / support) compliance status reports and presentations for the senior management and/or oversight management, in accordance with the prescribed central compliance office status report standard;
• Support management with advice through compliance related initiatives, i.e due diligence, new products, new projects etc;
• Represent compliance office at divisional management committees and other key stakeholder committees to embed the compliance process and culture;
• Maintain divisions data input, quality and reporting on the compliance system, as well as electronic and physical record keeping;
• Conduct compliance requirements and controls training in the divisions.

Minimum requirements

• A LLB / BCom-Law or equivalent – NQF 7 plus
• Other legal qualification / Occupational Certificate: Compliance Officer NQF 6 with a CISA recognised postgraduate in compliance NQF 7
• 3 years' proven working experience in a field of compliance assisting in implementing the compliance program at institution-wide capacity (“corporate level or division-wide”)
• Knowledge of the South African Legislative System 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Ms Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Maintain consistent self and team professionalism 
• Facilitation of workshops and persuasion skills 
• Ability to comfortably engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Customer focused 
• Ability to adapt technical business knowledge and apply it to various domains, such as finance, academic and operational
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to exercise judgement and maturity during compliance discussions
• Analytical and detail orientated skills
• Maintain high level of integrity and ethical standards
• Meticulous elaborate and succinct reporting 
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and according to strict deadlines 
• Self-leadership
• Agility and adaptability to change

Recommendations:

• Thorough knowledge and application of the Compliance Institute SA - Generally Accepted Compliance Practice Framework
• Project Management and Execution skills
• Research and reporting skills 
• A thorough understanding of combined assurance concept, including internal audit and control self- assessment

Apply by: 10 October 2025

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Responsibilities:

Research and Innovation

• Actively participate in research projects, producing high-quality, peer-reviewed outputs.
• Generate research that contributes meaningfully to society and advances the field of English language and literacy education for the primary school.
• Identify and secure funding to support and sustain research activities.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with national and international communities to enhance external profile and professional reputation

Teaching and Learning

• Supervise postgraduate students in various areas of English language education, employing effective and appropriate teaching and learning methodologies.
• Ensure the successful graduation of postgraduate students who possess high-quality competencies that advance the field of language education.
• Develop and implement innovative supervision approaches that are aligned with the University's vision and responsive to the needs of postgraduate students.
• Contribute to the management, planning, design, development, and ongoing enhancement of programme content.
• Apply knowledge gained through professional practice, research, and scholarly work to inform curriculum development, module design, and teaching delivery.

Leadership

• Participate as an academic member who enables the department to contribute to the faculty objectives.
• Contribute to the generation of alternative income for the department through the development of short learning programmes.
• Ability to mentor and develop early-career academics.
• Competence in managing research projects and academic teams.

Community

• Support and develop less experienced colleagues in the department and faculty to build capacity.
• Actively engage through service to the Department, Faculty, the University and the broader community.
• Design, implement, and evaluate projects that address societal needs relevant to mathematics education and/or education in general.
• Monitor and report on the societal impact of projects, ensuring alignment with the university's goals and national priorities.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD/Doctoral degree in English Language and Literacy Education
• Excellent track record as a postgraduate supervisor.
• A research track record in an English language and literacy primary school education-related field. 
• Higher education teaching and supervision experience in the language education field.
• Detailed knowledge of one or more of the knowledge areas in English Language and Literacy for the primary school

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Ability to manage academic processes in a Higher Education environment.
• Enthusiasm and passion for teaching, research, and community engagement.
• Strives for high standards in all academic and professional outputs.
• Brings an international outlook to research, teaching, and practitioners

Recommendations:

• A rated researcher or strong commitment towards applying for rating with the National Research Foundation (NRF), South Africa.
• Knowledge of teaching practices and future trends. 
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

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Job Description:

The incumbent will provide comprehensive health and wellness services to students within the university environment. A fully functional PHC service is available on all four campuses, offering the following services: Primary Health Care, HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT), Reproductive Health Care, Travel Health, health promotion, monitoring of chronic medical conditions, provision of medical support to sports events and vaccination programmes to specific students. Interaction with students occurs even outside of the clinic environment with activation programmes and awareness campaigns.

Responsibilities:

The Practitioner II: Primary Health Care Nurse is responsible for the promotion of excellence in the provision of a healthy lifestyle within the Centre for Student Health and Wellness. His/her duties include the following:

• Provision of a comprehensive Primary Health Care package to all clients daily.
• Working closely with the Medical Doctor to provide optimum healthcare.
• Ensuring good Pharmacy Practice.
• Management of stock controls for equipment and medical supplies.
• Providing youth-friendly services daily in the facility.
• Sustain quality assurance throughout the clinic activities.
• Providing a caring environment for the patients and clients.
• Ensuring adherence to proper waste disposal techniques.
• Ensuring adherence to universal principles of infection control.
• Managing the performance, training, and supervising a team of administrators and Counsellors who are responsible for day-to-day activities.
• Ensuring full compliance with all policies and procedures relevant to the health facility consistently.
• Ensuring staff and processes work effectively in accordance with agreed Service Level Agreements.
• Ensuring compliance of all staff with procurement policies and procedures.
• Controlling & implementing the departmental operational budget.
• Provision and supervision of health promotion.
• Management of the SRH&R services.
• Provision of HAST services, including NIMART.

Minimum requirements

• NQF 7 Diploma/Degree: General Nursing, Community Health, Psychiatric Nursing and Midwifery.
• Advanced Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care.
• Dispensing Licence.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in General Nursing and Primary Health Care Nursing in a Public and/or Private sector.
• Experience in management of a Primary Health Care unit, including supervision over staff.
• Extensive experience as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• HIV/AIDS and ART management experience.
• Health Promotion experience.
• Reproductive health experience, including the latest developments in Family Planning methods.
• Good knowledge of legislation related to PHC.
• Knowledge of Clinical principles in the management of minor ailments.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good management skills in a health setting.
• Good time management skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Strong interpersonal relationships, with the ability to relate with all levels of management, staff, and contractors.
• Analytical thinking.
• High levels of individual accountability, integrity, and honesty.
• A Strong commitment to customer service.
• Flexibility to work within an environment where competing and changing priorities exist, with processes developed quickly to ensure quality outcomes that best meet business needs.
• Ability to work with other team members to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to apply sound judgment, interpretative skills, and informed decision-making.

Recommendations:

• Good pharmacy practice.
• Basic counselling skills.
• Conflict management.

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Job Description:

• The Department of Education Leadership and Management is one of five departments in the Faculty of Education at UJ. The Department endeavours to fulfil the vision, mission and strategic objectives of UJ with a focus on preparing students to be leading practitioners by dynamically shaping education leadership and management. The staff are committed to providing innovative and quality teaching and learning, and promoting contextually relevant leadership and management research, thinking and practice.
• The department invites applications for the academic post of Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in education leadership and management, starting as soon as possible thereafter. We seek an individual with excellent academic credentials in teaching and research, and who possesses attributes of adaptability and versatility in respect of the various programmes/courses, which the department offers.

Responsibilities:

• Involvement in curriculum development and teaching in the department’s online programmes i.e. Honours, Masters, and Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management.
• Involvement in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in contact, blended and online modes of delivery.
• Research supervision of Honours, Master’s and Doctoral postgraduate students in the field of education management and leadership
• Lead national and international research projects.
• Procure funding for research.
• Involvement in core activities of the department such as academic administration, research, short-course development and marketing.
• Involvement in community engagement and continuous professional development of leadership at school, district and senior management levels.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Requirements for Associate Professor:

• An awarded PhD/DEd/DPhil degree in the discipline of Education Leadership and Management.
• At least 5 years' teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• At least 3 years' teaching experience at a school.
• Sustained, strong record of DHET accredited research output in local and international journals/books/ book chapters in the discipline of Education Leadership and Management.
• Experience in blended/fully online teaching.
• Experience in leading research and/or leadership development projects.
• Experience in postgraduate supervision at Masters and Doctoral level.
• NRF rating OR research output commensurable with an NRF rating.
• Procuring of research funding.

Minimum Requirements for Senior Lecturer:

• An awarded PhD/DEd/DPhil degree in the discipline of Education Leadership and Management.
• At least 3 years teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• At least 3 years teaching experience at a school.
• A strong record of DHET accredited research output in local and international journals/books/ book chapters in the discipline of Education Leadership and Management.
• Experience in blended/fully online teaching.
• Experience in postgraduate supervision at Masters and Doctoral level.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• An outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to use a range of technology-enhanced tools.
• Well-developed scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Adept at teaching and development of materials for online education.

Recommendations:

• Collaboration with leading scholars in the field of education leadership and management.
•  Experience in the development and delivery of on-line programmes will be a strong recommendation.
• Leadership experience at school/district level.

Apply by: 28 September 2025