Where we are - A presence in two provinces The NWU is a multi-campus university with a footprint across two provinces. The Mafikeng and Potchefstroom Campuses are situated in the North-West Province and the Vaal Triangle Campus is in Gauteng. The head office, known as the Institutional Office, is in Potchefstroom, situated near the Potchefstroom Campus. W...
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of project activities, ensuring that project goals are met on time and within budget. The coordinator will serve as the main point of contact for team members and stakeholders, facilitating communication and supporting day-to-day project operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Planning and Execution
- Maintain project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Coordinate tasks, resources, and schedules to ensure timely project completion.
- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed.
Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Assist project head as point of contact for all project stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication.
- Prepare and deliver project updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders.
- Facilitate meetings and discussions to ensure alignment between all team members.
Technical Knowledge and Application
- Utilize technical expertise to contribute to project planning and decision-making, ensuring that all technical requirements are properly addressed.
- Assist with the identification and resolution of technical challenges, collaborating with subject matter experts as needed.
- Ensure that project deliverables meet technical specifications and quality standards.
Risk Management and Problem Solving
- Identify potential project risks and issues early on and develop mitigation plans.
- Resolve conflicts or issues that may arise during project execution.
- Ensure that risk management strategies are implemented effectively to minimize disruptions.
Resource Management
- Assist in the procurement of resources, ensuring alignment with project requirements Ad hoc.
Reporting and Documentation
- Maintain project documentation, including contracts, progress reports, and deliverables.
- Ensure that project records are up-to-date and compliant with organizational policies.
- Prepare final project reports and assessments for stakeholders at project completion.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in the scientific field (NQF level 10) (e.g. Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology or related).
- Formal training in management, organization or strategy.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ project management experience.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ scientific experience.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Project Management.
- Budget and financial management.
- Stakeholder management and communication.
- Risk and issue management.
- Research and scientific experience.
- Cross-Functional collaboration.
- Documentation and reporting.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Leadership and teamwork.
- Communication Skills.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking.
Apply by: 7 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
- The School of Communication Studies at the NWU (Mahikeng Campus) has one vacancy for a Senior Lecturer in the vibrant and dynamic field of communication.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching:
- Teach advanced level courses to a diverse student body, including skills as well as specialty courses in development communication OR corporate communication OR radio and television Broadcasting.
- Teach general communication courses.
- Bring enthusiasm and strong pedagogy to teaching; engage in a practical, hands-on program of teaching; and provide strong mentoring to students.
- Provide curricular leadership in either the Development OR Corporate communication OR Radio and Television broadcasting program.
- Engage in Scholarly and subject-related case studies.
- Provide service to the Institution.
- Provide service to the Community.
- Advise students.
Curriculum development:
- Contribute to curricular revision to reflect the latest trends in the field, and to build and expand the development OR corporate communication OR radio and television broadcasting subject group across all campuses.
Scholarly work:
- Assist Well-established publication record and clear evidence of an agenda for continued research in the field of development OR corporate communication OR radio and television broadcasting.
- Participation in research projects with colleagues.
Study guidance:
- Provide study guidance to graduate students on an honours, Masters and Doctorate level.
Administration and other tasks:
- Responsible for all administrative tasks with regards to the above.
- Study guide development and update.
- Student marks and assessment.
- Share responsibility for committee and department assignments as required.
- Contribute to the Faculty Committees as well as University Committees.
- Participate in services related to the operations of the school.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD (NQF Level 10) in Communication with specialisation in Corporate Communication OR Development communication OR Radio and Television Broadcasting.
- A minimum of 8 years’ experience in teaching Undergraduate, Honours & Master’s students.
- Practical experience as a corporate and communication specialist in South African Industry, government related, as well as international experiences.
RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Member of SACOMM, SACIA, etc.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Within higher education
- Within industry related environments
- Sound understanding of the development OR corporate communication OR radio and television broadcasting discipline.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Team player within groups
- Sound relations with colleagues
- Able to work independently.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching:
- Teach advanced level courses to a diverse student body, including skills as well as specialty courses in development communication OR corporate communication OR radio and television Broadcasting.
- Teach general communication courses.
- Bring enthusiasm and strong pedagogy to teaching; engage in a practical, hands-on program of teaching; and provide strong mentoring to students.
- Provide curricular leadership in either the Development OR Corporate communication OR Radio and Television broadcasting program.
- Engage in Scholarly and subject-related case studies.
- Provide service to the Institution.
- Provide service to the Community.
- Advise students.
Curriculum development:
- Contribute to curricular revision to reflect the latest trends in the field, and to build and expand the development OR corporate communication OR radio and television broadcasting subject group across all campuses.
Scholarly work:
- Assist Well-established publication record and clear evidence of an agenda for continued research in the field of development OR corporate communication OR radio and television broadcasting.
- Participation in research projects with colleagues.
Study guidance:
- Provide study guidance to graduate students on an honours, Masters and Doctorate level.
Administration and other tasks:
- Responsible for all administrative tasks with regards to the above.
- Study guide development and update.
- Student marks and assessment.
- Share responsibility for committee and department assignments as required.
- Contribute to the Faculty Committees as well as University Committees.
- Participate in services related to the operations of the school.
Apply by: 10 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Full-time Human Movement Scientist (Full day).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Service Delivery
- Services as a sport scientist/ human movement scientist in the CHHP that forms part of the 3rd income.
Teaching and Learning
- Sport science protocol training for students.
Management
- Project co-leader for service level agreements: certain aspects of rugby, soccer, hockey, tennis, and/or athletics services (mainly NWU services along with NW schools).
Administration
- AMS and data capturing, monitoring, reports, programs, and feedback, etc.
Minimum requirements
- An honours degree in Human Movement Science (NQF level 8).
- BLS certification.
- A minimum of one (1) year client full-service delivery experience – human movement science projects at university or school level.
- A minimum of one (1) year teaching, learning and training experience – working with students/learners.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- An honours degree in Sports Science (NQF level 8).
- Level I Kinanthropometry.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Service provider in Human Movement Science, but able to work in a multi-disciplinary field.
- Teaching and learning, or rotation of Human Movement Science students.
- Worked with some specialized equipment: Watt Bike, Cybex, SVT Vision Board, Smart Speed, Inbody, Force Plates, Vo2max, Power plates, Micro gate.
- Experience as Human Movement Scientist in Rugby, Soccer, Hockey, Tennis, and/or Athletics (Various Events).
- Experience in client evaluation, giving feedback verbally as well as in report format, including recommendations on program prescriptions.
- Computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), emails, online sharing, and drive systems as well as electronic diaries and calendars.
- Experience with cloud-based online database systems, monitoring systems, and communication platforms (Zoom or MS Teams).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Empowering students, athletes and players.
- Available flexi hours.
- Leader behaviours and work under pressure.
- Attention to communication and ethics.
- Show initiative.
- Positive and motivating.
Apply by: 9 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Temporary full time Biokineticist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Service Delivery
- Services as Biokineticist in the CHHP that form part of 3rd income.
Teaching and Learning
- Biokinetics protocol training to 3rd and 4th year student rotations.
Administration
- Data capturing, reports, programs, feedback etc.
Minimum requirements
- An honours / 4 – year degree in Biokinetics (NQF level 8) – must have finished an internship.
- A current BLS certificate.
- Registration with the HPCSA as a Biokinetics Independent Practitioner.
- A minimum of one (1) year service delivery experience as a Biokineticist.
- A minimum of one (1) year teaching, learning and training experience – working and training students.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Service provider in Biokinetics being able to work independently in a multi-disciplinary field.
- Teaching and learning or rotation of Biokinetics students.
- Practical experience with specialized equipment: Watt Bike, Cybex, Grucox, ECG beneficial.
- Evaluation of clients, feedback reports and recommendations on program prescriptions.
- Exposure to a wide variety of patients: Cardiac, Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, HIV, Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Wellness, Special Population Groups, Stroke.
- Computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), emails, the internet and electronic diaries and calendars.
- Experience in online data basis, monitoring systems (Athlete Monitoring System) and communication platforms (Zoom) is beneficial.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Empowering students, athletes, players, and patients
- Leadership behaviours and work under pressure
- Attention to communication and ethics
- Show initiative
- Positive and motivating.
Apply by: 9 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To manage the operational delivery of the faculty strategy and plan. In addition, provide functional and academic leadership and quality assurance across campuses and in distance education in respect of Teaching, Learning, and Research in Language Education, and in Community Engagement projects.
- Direct and manage the B.Ed programme as an integrated programme across campuses of the NWU and in the distance mode of delivery ensuring the quality of all administrative processes and the quality of the aligned academic offering
Teaching and Learning.
- Promote excellent learning and teaching and reposition the NWU to attain the size and shape required by market direction decision.
- Teaching a variety of modules in the school within a multi-modal environment.
- Guide curriculum transformation in Language Education to ensure relevance in teacher education.
Research and Innovation.
- Intensify research and innovation in the school.
Community Engagement and Service Learning.
- Integrate and align community engagement with teaching- learning and research to develop a culture of active citizenship.
- Promote the Scholarship of Engagement: Community Engagement, Engaged TL and Engaged research and environmental sustainability.
Student Value.
- Develop a clearly differentiated student value proposition.
Staff Development.
- Develop and retain excellent staff and create an equitable staff and student profile.
People management.
- Leadership and management; manage employment equity, diversity and transformation.
- Risk and compliance management.
- Risk management, compliance and business continuity.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in Language Education or related field, for example Applied Linguistics (NQF Level 10).
- A professional Education qualification (NQF level 7).
- A minimum of five (5) years’ functional and subject related experience in a primary and/or secondary teaching and tertiary teaching environment.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ management experience in a tertiary environment in the relevant industry/ professional leadership (at least in a programme/subject group or relevant internal or external organisation).
- Evidence of supervising post graduate students (M and PhD level) to completion.
- Proven publication record in accredited scholarly journals - relevant to the field of Language Education.
- Involvement in TPrac and teaching and/or research activities at community level e.g., Service to the wider higher education environment (reviewer; consultant; on committees) at national/international level.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Registration with SACE.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ senior leadership experience in a tertiary environment.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Subject knowledge: Language Education.
- Teaching skills: Language Education Methodology and Didactics.
- Assessment knowledge and competencies.
- High level of knowledge about the B.Ed qualification in different programmes: Early Childhood; Foundation Phase; Intermediate
- Phase, and Senior and FET Phase.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite).
- Supervision or co-supervision of postgraduate qualifications (M.Ed. and PhD’s).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Able to lead with integrity.
- High standard of work ethics.
- Effective Communication.
- Able to work individually as well as part of subject group (team).
- Ability to create own structures, adhere to deadlines and work in a self-directed manner.
- People management.
- Self-awareness-Knowing your strengths and weaknesses.
- Self-regulation-Being able to manage your own emotions.
- Motivation.
- Empathy.
- Strategic planning.
- Financial planning and budget management.
Apply by: 21 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
- A Senior Lecturer is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the Department of Zoology and School of Biological Sciences. An academic at this level is also expected to play a role in scholarship, research, post graduate supervision and/or professional activities.
- To build on the existing strengths of the subject group, the incumbent will be required conduct research in the area of Herpetology (study of amphibians and reptiles), teach ecology at undergraduate level as well as modules within the BSc Honours in Environmental Sciences programmes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning:
- Support with teaching and learning of undergraduate and Honours modules with focus of applied biodiversity and conservation ecology.
- Conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, and workshops.
- Actively involved in the development of new courses where needed.
- Organise and lead official undergraduate and Honours field excursions.
Research and Innovation:
- Initiate research projects and supervise postgraduate students.
- Conduct research, publish and engage in second, third and fifth-stream income generating projects.
- Coordinate and assist with student training on the amphibian collection of the subject group.
- Maintain academic scholarship and involvement in professional activities and contribute to professional organisations.
Social responsiveness and industrial involvement:
- Leading in community engagement activities/projects.
- To develop community-focused biodiversity and conservation projects.
- Participate in ongoing community engagement projects.
Academic leadership, management, and administration:
- Assist add/or take proactive actions to develop and train students and members of the subject group.
- Serve on related research/ethics/integrity/management committees.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in Zoology or Environmental Sciences with specialisation in Herpetology.
- A minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience at a tertiary level.
- Sound practical experience to lead students in work integrated learning and field excursions.
- Supervision of postgraduate students.
- Demonstrate evidence through lead authorship on research collaboration publications.
- Relevant work experience in herpetology and conservation ecology.
RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP).
- Membership with national and international learned scientific societies.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance in the fields of herpetology and conservation ecology.
- A proven publication record in accredited scholarly journals – proven track record with first author collaborative publications.
- Evidence of supervising and successful completion post graduate students (M level).
- Record of national and international networking, collaboration, and recognition (e.g. NRF evaluation).
- Proficiency in taxonomy.
- Evidence of competency and accreditation in animal research ethics.
- Competency in biological sampling, specimen curation, and molecular analyses of samples.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Effective communication skills.
- Good interpersonal relations.
- The ability to function well individually and as part of a team.
- Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
- The ability to solve problems independently.
- Good time management and problem-solving skills.
- Good planning and organising skills, as well as good scientific writing skills.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
Apply by: 19 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The NWU School of Music (Potchefstroom Campus) seeks to appoint one new academic staff member to assume teaching, research and creative work, and community engagement responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Accompany classical singers and instrumentalists.
- Accompany CCM (Musical Theatre) singing students.
- Accompany Jazz singers (recommendation).
- Recruit students.
- Write and amend study guides and devise new curricula.
- Accompany one of the ensembles of the school in either opera or musical theatre.
- Perform with students and staff at concerts.
- Teach Collaborative Piano Pedagogy and other areas of interest.
- Teach keyboard skills to non-piano majors.
- Collaborate and build effective relationships for successful model delivery.
Research
- Provide supervision at the undergraduate and appropriate postgraduate level.
- Research in any area of the discipline.
- Contribute to the vision and mission of the ViAMUS research entity.
- Administrative duties
- Perform administrative tasks, including serving on committees.
Minimum requirements
JUNIOR LECTURER
- An honours or four-year undergraduate (NQF Level 8) degree in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies.
- A minimum of one (1) year specialist lecturing and research (including producing creative outputs) experience in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies at a higher education level.
- Extensive experience as a collaborative pianist with the ability to accompany in both classical and musical theatre (CCM) genres.
- Demonstrate the ability to supervise postgraduate students.
LECTURER
- A master's (NQF Level 9) degree in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ specialist lecturing and research (including producing creative outputs) experience in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies at a higher education level.
- Research (including creative outputs) experience on a higher education level.
- Evidence of significant experience as a collaborative pianist with the ability to accompany in both classical and musical theatre (CCM) genres.
SENIOR LECTURER
- A Doctorate (NQF Level 10) in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ specialist lecturing and research (including producing creative outputs) experience in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano Studies at a higher education level.
- Significant research (including creative outputs) experience at a higher education level.
- Evidence of significant national and international experience as a collaborative pianist with the ability to accompany in both classical and musical theatre (CCM) genres.
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision on the master’s levels.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Significant experience in classical, musical theatre and jazz genres.
- Experience as a repetiteur in opera and/or musical theatre.
- Skills in improvisation.
- Experience in ensemble work with instrumentalists.
- Specialist knowledge in the accompaniment of art song/lieder.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Professional knowledge of collaborative piano techniques, theories, teaching strategies, and research methodologies.
- Knowledge of the repertoire, style and performance practice of piano accompaniment in various styles, including classical, opera, art song, jazz, and musical theatre.
- The ability to diagnose and remedy technical and interpretative challenges among collaborative piano students.
- The ability to recruit and retain excellent students.
- Additional duties may be assigned commensurate with the candidate’s expertise.
- Since the position involves staging productions during the evenings and performance/rehearsals over weekends, the incumbent must be willing to relocate to Potchefstroom.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work autonomously while working in a team environment.
- Following instructions.
- The ability to present own accurate and assertive research (including creative outputs) on a variety of public platforms (conferences, publications and performance events).
- Demonstrate the ability to supervise postgraduate research.
- The candidate can demonstrate the ability to supervise a master’s degree student to completion (Lecturer level).
Apply by: 30 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To promote quality teaching and learning, enhance research and innovation, and integrate community engagement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Offering quality teaching at undergraduate level and supervision to postgraduate students.
- Completing Teaching and Learning related administration.
- Participating in processes to enhance the quality of Teaching and Learning in the subject group, school, and faculty.
Research and Innovation
- Identify and pursue meaningful opportunities to initiate and sustain community engagement initiatives that align research and teaching with community development and service.
- Apply for research funds in and outside of the university.
Academic Citizenship
- Serve on editorial boards and academic association committees.
- Participate in the external evaluation of assessments for other universities.
- Participate in peer review processes for academic publication.
Leadership in the NWU
- Serve, as needed, on faculty committees and in subject or programme leadership roles as opportunities arise
Minimum requirements
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in History.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ teaching and learning experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels at a reputable tertiary institution.
- Applicants must have a substantial record of high-quality publications in accredited disciplinary academic journals and/or scholarly books published by reputable academic presses.
- Professional membership of the National and International History Association.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
- Extensive experience in research funding applications.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Computer literate in office tools.
- Literate in the use of Learning Management Systems in the tertiary education sector.
- Academic module and programme design.
- Higher education pedagogical approaches.
- Knowledge of funding systems and how to secure funding.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Must have the capacity to mentor students and junior colleagues.
- Must be able to effectively and independently function as part of a team.
- Must be able to work well with a diverse range of colleagues, students, and stakeholders.
- Must be able to implement conflict resolution strategies and people management skills.
Apply by: 20 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To promote quality teaching and learning, enhance research and innovation, and integrate community engagement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Offering quality teaching at undergraduate level. Supervising honours students.
- Supervising Master’s and PhD students. Developing module content.
- Completing Teaching and Learning related administration.
- Participating in processes to enhance the quality of Teaching and Learning in the subject group, school, and faculty
Research and Innovation
- Publish peer reviewed, accredited journal articles in high impact disciplinary journals.
- Publish monographs and book chapters in books with reputable academic publishers.
- Submit funding applications to stimulate and fund research initiatives.
- Present research in academic spaces such as conferences and workshops.
Community Engagement
- Identify and pursue meaningful opportunities to initiate and sustain community engagement initiatives that align research and teaching with community development and service.
Academic Citizenship
- Serve on editorial boards and academic association committees, participate in the external evaluation of assessments for other universities, and participate in peer review processes for academic publication.
Leadership in the NWU
- Serve, as needed, on faculty committees and in subject or programme leadership roles as opportunities arise.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in History
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience with a proven track record of teaching and learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels at a reputable tertiary institution, including the successful supervision of Master’s students.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ research experience with a substantial record of high-quality publications in accredited disciplinary academic journals and/or scholarly books published by reputable academic presses.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Membership and/or professional registration with appropriate academic and professional networks.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Computer literate in office tools.
- Literate in the use of Learning Management Systems in the tertiary education sector.
- Academic module and programme design.
- Higher education pedagogical approaches.
- Knowledge of funding systems and how to secure funding.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Must have the capacity to mentor senior students and junior colleagues.
- Must be able to effectively and independently function as part of a team.
- Must be able to work well with a diverse range of colleagues, students, and stakeholders.
- Must be able to effectively resolve conflicts as may arise in the workplace.
Apply by: 14 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor should be able to:
- make contributions to the teaching effort of the subject group Consumer Sciences and School of Applied Health Sciences.
- provide supervision to post graduate students, conduct research, and present undergraduate lectures and -practicals in the specialisation areas of Foods and/or Food Science and/or Food Product Management and/or Consumer Behaviour Studies.
- collaborate with various relevant role players in the industry.
- build on the existing strengths of the subject group and play a role in scholarship, research, and/or professional activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and learning, including postgraduate supervision
- Support with teaching and learning of undergraduate modules in the specialisation areas of Foods and/or Food Science and/or Food Product Management and/or Consumer Behaviour Studies.
- Supervising postgraduate students.
- Conduct of practical classes, demonstrations, and workshops.
- Actively involved in the development of new courses where needed.
- Organise and lead official undergraduate field excursions.
Research, innovation and/or creative outputs
- Initiate research projects in Foods and/or Food-related Consumer Research which will complement the current research focus.
- Apply and obtain grant funding.
- Conduct research, publish and attend Food- and Consumer Science conferences.
- Maintain academic scholarship and involvement in professional activities and contribute to professional organisations.
Academic leadership, management, and service to the University
- Assists add/or take proactive actions to develop and train students and members of the subject group.
- Serve on related research/ ethics/ integrity/ faculty/ school/ management committees.
- The ability to handle general academic administration.
- Strong interpersonal skills and team player.
- The ability to serve as a mentor.
Social responsiveness
- Leading in community engagement activities/ projects.
- To develop community focused on Foods and/or Food-related Consumer projects.
- Participate in ongoing community engagement projects.
- Contribute to the development of collaboration with relevant roleplayers in the industry and other institutions to develop, support and maintain positive relationships, in partnership with the subject group.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in Consumer Sciences or Food Sciences with specialisation in Foods and/or Food Science and/or Food Product Management (NQF level 10).
- A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant research experience in Food and Consumer Sciences.
- A minimum of one (1) year relevant postgraduate student supervision experience in Food- and Consumer Sciences.
In addition to the above:
SENIOR LECTURER:
- A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant teaching experience in Food and Consumer Sciences.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant teaching experience in Food and Consumer Sciences.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- NRF-rated or must be able to attain an NRF rating within the forthcoming five years.
- Membership with national and international learned scientific societies e.g., SAAFoST/ SAAFECS/ IFT/ IFHE.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Valid drivers' license.
- Computer literate with specific focus of Windows OS and Office 365.
- Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
- A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
- Knowledge of modern platforms (to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaboration environment).
- Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance in the fields of Food- and Consumer Sciences.
- Sound practical experience to lead students in work integrated learning and field excursions.
- A proven publication record in accredited scholarly journals – proven track record with first author collaborative publications.
- Evidence of supervising and successful completion post graduate students (M level and PhD supervision will be an advantage).
- Record of national and international networking, collaboration, and recognition (e.g. NRF evaluation).
- Appropriate language and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to attract undergraduate and postgraduate students to the school.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to work without supervision and solve problems as they arise.
- Ability to take initiative.
- The ability to solve problems independently.
- Evidence of leadership skills.
- Good interpersonal relations – Good human relations and a client service orientation.
- The ability to function well individually and as part of a team.
- Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
- Good time management and problem-solving skills.
- Good planning and organising skills, as well as good scientific writing skills.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
Apply by: 25 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
- Functional operation in Teaching and Learning, Research and Innovation, Community Engagement and leadership in the School of Nursing.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and learning:
- Support with Teaching and Learning of research module in Masters and PhD research.
- Participate in curriculum development, implementation and evaluation of undergraduate programmes. Develop, register, coordinate and present Short Learning Programmes (SLPs).
- At the teaching and learning director’s discretion, assist specific schools where the incumbent has the knowledge and expertise with both undergraduate and post-graduate modules where requested.
- Coaching and mentoring in teaching and learning
Research and innovation:
- Increased number of publications.
- Conduct research and publish findings in respected national and international journals. Supervise master’s and PhD students.
- Conduct own Postgraduate studies. Initiate and maintain national and international research networks.
- Participate in the evaluation of ethics and research proposals.
- Ensure effective research administration.
- Collaborate with colleagues within the Unit where appropriate.
Community engagement:
- Leading in community engagement activities/projects.
- Register and lead school community engagement projects.
- Development of projects to the benefit of community, health and nursing service delivery.
- Work with related schools to promote inclusion and capability where possible.
Leadership:
- Assist in any research activity or take proactive actions to develop members of the entity.
- Serve on related research committees as directed by the research office.
- To stay abreast with new developments in research methodology and related fields.
- Lead students and support personnel in Undergraduate Teaching and Learning.
- Support and empower with nursing/health clinical programmes.
Ad hoc:
- Participate in School committees and external committees affiliated to the school.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD (NQF level 10) in Nursing Science.
- A qualification in any speciality in Nursing Science.
- A postgraduate qualification in Nursing Education.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a nurse educator and midwife.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in higher education teaching.
- A minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience.
- A track record of master’s and PhD supervision
- A minimum of 2 publications in academic journals.
LECTURER
- A master’s degree (NQF 9) in Nursing.
- An honours’ degree in Nursing Education (NQF 8).
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in nursing or health field.
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in higher education teaching.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as nurse educator and midwife.
- Publication of one article in peer reviewed journals.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- A qualification in any clinical specialisation (NQF level 8).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Teaching and Learning.
- Clinical & Rural Health.
- Research and Ethics.
- Community engagement & Project Management.
- Research & Academic Writing.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Independent.
- Progressive.
- Professional.
Apply by: 10 November 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Senior Lecturer: Provide teaching and learning services as well as a research function.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Teaching assigned classes according to the NWU teaching and learning strategies.
Research
- Research outputs as to be discussed with PGL and DD.
Community engagement
- Actively contribute to community engagement projects as part of the school of Accounting Sciences.
Minimum requirements
- An honours degree in Chartered Accountancy or / a postgraduate diploma in Chartered Accountancy(CTA).
- A minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in a tertiary environment.
- Accreditation with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) as a CA(SA).
- Registration with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) as a CA(SA).
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the field as an Accountant.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- A working knowledge of essential technical competencies required in the field of Management Accounting.
- 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.
Apply by: 19 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- A Junior Lecturer is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution and carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional activities in the profession or discipline. An academic at this level is also expected to play a role in scholarship, research, and/or professional activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- The conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions, and studio sessions.
- Initiation and development of subject material.
- Marking and assessment.
- Consultation with students.
Research and Innovation
- Conduct research.
- Involved in professional activity.
Academic leadership
- Involved in school and faculty committees.
- Contribute to advising students and recruitment activities.
Social Responsiveness
- Involved in community engagement and sharing of expertise.
Minimum requirements
- A BCom honour’s degree (NQF Level 8) in Business Management or relevant field.
- A minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in the presentation of Business Management modules or relevant field in an undergraduate teaching programme.
- Show evidence of independence and initiative in research, applied, or creative works.
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- Proof of registration or completion of an MCom in Business Management or relevent field.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Computer literacy in MS Office, e-mail and internet.
- Knowledge of modern platforms (such as blackboard, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaborative environment.
- Commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational environment.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- 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/subject group.
- Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
- Ability to solve problems independently.
Apply by: 13 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To execute infrastructure development, refurbishment, macro maintenance and minor building works across multi-campus properties and estates ensuring alignment with the NWU strategic agenda University standards and regulatory requirements and to provide oversight for all phases of construction projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Infrastructure, Design & Construction
- Develop Programs and projects from the list of activities and develop an annual procurement plan.
- Deliver approved projects within time, budget, quality and safety.
- Manage consultants to ensure that they deliver against our plans.
Procurement Plan
- Develop procurement plans and meet targets based on allocated projects.
Stakeholder management
- Compile a stakeholder matrix and plan and meetings etc.
- Ensure that Quarterly Status Project Reports are submitted to clients/faculty e.g. BED.
Financial Management
- Management of projects, programs and operational budget as per the approved, target spending per quarter/ project cash flow.
Risk and compliance management
- Implementing and participating in an integrated risk- and compliance management model with a focus on business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
Customer Focus
- Bi-Annual Facilities Department Customer Survey in June and October by users to complete.
Preferential, Procurement and Implementation
- Implement the Preferential Procurement as per the guidelines and processes by the NWU.
- Ensure that projects comply with the contractor specified PPP targets early in the project.
OHS (Occupational Health and Safety)
- Manage Construction safety and office safety.
People Management
- Create an enabling leadership culture by developing a shared direction, shared values and alignment and commitment to transform the organisational culture; Foster a participative and developmental leadership style; improve team cohesion, synergy and effectiveness.
Minimum requirements
- A recognized Bachelor’s honours degree (NQF Level 8) in the Built environment (Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Architecture).
- A minimum of five (5) years’ proven experience in the Built Environment as a Construction Project Manager or Professional Architect or Professional Construction Manager.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ post registration experience as a Professional Construction Project Manager or Construction Manager (PrCPM or PrCM) with SACPCMP or Professional Architect (PrArch) with SACAP (Must be professionally registered for a period of 3 years)
- Registration as a Professional Construction Manager (PrCPM), Professional Architect (PrArch) and the Professional Construction Manager (PrCPM/PrCPM).
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience as Principal Consultant and Principal Agent on construction projects or Construction Manager/Construction Project Manager.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of JBCC contracts.
- Experience in project management of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Compile budgets and cost estimates.
- Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Team Leader and Strategic thinker and planner.
- Able to operate independently within delegated authorities.
Apply by: 18 November 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- The NWU School of Music (Potchefstroom Campus) seeks to appoint one new academic staff member to assume teaching, research and creative work, and community engagement responsibilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Teach practical contemporary commercial music (CCM) singing modules that primarily include the genres of Musical Theatre, Pop, and Jazz.
- Recruit students.
- Write and amend study guides and devise new curricula.
- Musically direct the CCM vocal ensemble.
- Teach CCM voice pedagogy and other areas of interest.
- Collaborate and build effective relationships for successful model delivery.
Research
- Provide supervision at the undergraduate, and appropriate postgraduate level.
- Research in any area of the discipline.
- Contribute to the vision and mission of the ViAMUS research entity.
Administrative duties
- Perform administrative tasks, including serving on committees.
Minimum requirements
JUNIOR LECTURER
- An honours or four-year undergraduate (NQF Level 8) degree in Contemporary Commercial Music or Jazz or Musical Theatre OR recognition of prior learning at NQF level 8.
- A minimum of one (1) year specialist lecturing and research experience in Contemporary Commercial Music (singing), including either Pop, Jazz, or Musical Theatre on a higher education level.
- Evidence of significant professional performing experience in CCM singing, including either Pop, Jazz, or Musical Theatre nationally.
LECTURER
- A master’s (NQF Level 9) degree in Contemporary Commercial Music or Jazz or Musical Theatre OR recognition of prior learning at master’s level.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ specialist lecturing and research experience in Contemporary Commercial Music (singing), including either Pop, Jazz, or Musical Theatre at a higher education level.
- Research (including creative outputs) experience at a higher education level.
- Evidence of significant professional performing experience in CCM singing, including either Pop, Jazz, or Musical Theatre nationally and internationally.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Significant experience in jazz performance and teaching.
- Experience in dance.
- The ability to arrange music for ensembles and small bands
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Professional knowledge of Contemporary Commercial Music singing techniques, theories, teaching strategies, and research methodologies.
- A knowledge of the repertoire, style and performance practice of CCM, including Pop, Jazz, and Musical Theatre.
- The ability to diagnose and remedy vocal faults among CCM singers.
- The ability to recruit and retain excellent students.
- Demonstrate basic skills in some of the following practical areas: piano accompaniment, song arrangement, jazz improvisation, movement, and/or choreography.
- Competencies in musical stage production.
- Additional duties may be assigned commensurate with the candidate’s expertise.
- Since the position involves staging productions during the evenings and performance/rehearsals over weekends, the incumbent must be willing to relocate to Potchefstroom.
- The ability to teach stagecraft to CCM singers (recommendation).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work autonomously while working in a team environment.
- Following instructions.
- Demonstrate the ability to supervise fourth-year/honours and postgraduate research and music performance.
Apply by: 30 November 2025
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