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Duties/Pligte

Managing AVReQ's Budget:

• Managing and overseeing AVReQ's annual operational budget.
• Administrating and loading all remuneration for contract staff and tutors.
• Preparing and submitting regular budget forecasts based on AVReQ's planned activities and strategic objectives.
• Assisting AVReQ's management team with strategic financial planning.
• Making national and international travel arrangements for staff and associates.
• Identifying and booking caterers for AVReQ events.
• Processing all financial transactions (including purchase orders, invoices, and research income and interest on funds).
• Capturing all financial information in compliance with SU's system and keeping up to date with changes in SU's financial systems and policies.
• Providing administrative and financial support for the preparation of financial reports for grant funders.
• Facilitating creating cost centres for opening and closing grant accounts.
• Capturing and processing scholarships, bursaries, and stipends for AVReQ's students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Ensuring accurate and timely disbursement of scholarship funds, in liaison with the University's Postgraduate Office and Student Fees Division.
• Responding to queries from students and postdocs regarding their scholarship payments.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• A relevant administration qualification (e.g. National Diploma or equivalent).
• At least three to five years' relevant experience in financial administration within a higher education or research environment, preferably at Stellenbosch University.
• Demonstrable knowledge of SU's financial systems, NRF funding systems, or other higher education environments.
• Understanding of financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Attention to detail in entering and checking financial information to ensure accuracy.
• Proficiency in SU's financial management systems, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant office software.
• Excellent planning, prioritisation, and time management skills.
• Problem-solving skills and capacity for proactive approach to identifying discrepancies and knowing which departments to consult in the SU finance structure to resolve discrepancies.
• Verbal and written communication skills, particularly interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, external partners, researchers, and students.
• A high level of integrity, ethical conduct in relationships with researchers that requires transparency in the management of their fund's information.

Closing Date 19-Sep-2025

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Duties/Pligte

The appointed engineer will be expected to:

• Assist and support the chair holder in the running of the chair.
• Solve railway engineering problems by executing relevant research and development projects, and thereby increase the rail body of knowledge in South Africa.
• Contribute to the rail academic fraternity by disseminating knowledge gained from the research by means of seminars and conferences.
• Publish high-quality research articles and reviews in international and local peer-reviewed academic journals, conferences and other appropriate forms of research output.
• Establish and build networks within the Faculty, University, locally and internationally.
• Promote railway engineering studies in the broader academic community, beyond the Faculty.
• Promote and conduct community projects in order to stimulate young learners to pursue careers in engineering.
• Based on the incumbent's qualifications, supervise and assess final year projects, research theses and/or dissertations at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate students with their research projects and vacation work in the laboratory and on site.
• Assist with the development of Gibela personnel and equip them with railway engineering skills.
• Assist the Gibela bursary office by supporting bursary holders in terms of academic support and social adjustment.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• An appropriate B.Eng in the fields of either Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or compliance with the criteria for registration as Professional Engineer.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Experience in Rail Rolling Stock and Rail Engineering.
• Proven experience in executing multidisciplinary projects.
• Willingness and ability to enrol for an appropriate, part-time technical postgraduate degree.
• The ability and interest in field measurements and practical data analytics.

Closing Date 26-Sep-2025

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Duties/Pligte

• Teaching and administration of undergraduate chemical engineering modules.
• Executing fundamental and applied research, focused on broadening the Department's research activities in current areas of interest to the Department of Chemical Engineering.
• Supervision of final year research projects as well as postgraduate researchers in one of the research areas listed in the description above.
• Technology transfer to the industry and broader community.
• Performing support, administrative and representative roles in the Department.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• An applicable, four-year bachelor's degree (such as BEng or BScEng) in Chemical Engineering from a reputable university, recognised by the Engineering Council of South Africa to qualify for registration as a Professional Engineer.
• A doctoral degree in chemical engineering from a reputable university, with a research topic related to areas of relevance to the Department of Chemical Engineering.
• An excellent academic track-record.
• The ability to teach courses and modules as part of a typical undergraduate chemical engineering programme.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in at least English, with a good ability to communicate clearly and to present lectures in a structured manner.
• Good interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and the ability to work effectively, independently as well as within a team.
• Previous tertiary teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, or technical / research experience in industry in a relevant field of expertise.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• An established research record in the field of separations technology.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• Evidence of research outputs such as published peer-reviewed journal articles.
• An NRF rating as a young researcher.

Closing Date 29-Sep-2025

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Duties/Pligte

• As a Junior Engineer at The Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies (CRSES) at Stellenbosch University (SU), the incumbent will be responsible for performing engineering analysis and modelling related to the integration of renewable energy sources into power grids.
• The role involves using power system simulation tools, modelling renewable energy resources, analysing grid performance, and presenting results in various formats.
• The engineer will contribute to technical report writing, academic publications, presentation, and visual communication of data.
• Additionally, the role includes participation in workshops and supporting project activities.
• Performing grid modelling and simulation using DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Conducting:

• Steady-state power flow analysis;
• Power system stability analysis;
• Probabilistic power system analysis;
• Custom scripting using Python in PowerFactory.
• Developing and evaluating solar PV system designs.
• Using MATLAB Simulink for dynamic system simulations.
• Running electromagnetic simulations using Ansys Maxwell.
• Performing performance and financial analysis of renewable systems using SAM software.
• Writing technical reports, research papers, and documentation.
• Preparing presentations and data visualisations for workshops and meetings.
• Programming in Python, Java, and/or C for modelling and analysis tasks.
• Using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and analysis.
• Participating in academic writing and publishing.
• Supporting and mentoring younger engineers and interns.
• Communicating fluently in English during professional interactions.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Master's degree in electrical engineering with a speciality in renewable energy.
• At least two years' experience in renewable energy resource modelling and geospatial modelling.
• At least one year's work experience in power system modelling of renewable energy integration.
• Proficiency in power system analysis tools, particularly DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Competent in Python coding, with experience in automation and scripting for engineering applications.
• Competence in simulation tools such as MATLAB Simulink and Ansys Maxwell.
• Experience with solar PV system design and SAM (System Advisor Model) software.
• The ability to work with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint at a professional level.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Communicating fluently in Afrikaans during professional interactions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in Afrikaans.

Closing Date 30-Sep-2025

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Duties/Pligte

Strategic Leadership and Management

• Supporting the Vision, Mission and Values of Maties Sport at all times with appropriate annual plans and performances of competitive teams.
• Leading the delivery of all internal sport programme management, events, and internal competition fixtures.
• Managing the club's facilities maintenance and logistics in collaboration with SU Facility Management.
• Leading sustainable club governance and ensuring adherence of club-members and supporters to SU's and Maties Sport's code of conduct.
• Representing Maties Sport at meetings of committees and/or associations for sport, both internally and externally and where applicable.
• Actively overseeing day-to-day functioning of the Maties Sport Club.
• Strategic planning, implementation, and commercialisation aligned with the annual Maties Sport Club Advancement Plan.

Programme Management

• High performance and competitive sport code management.
• Ensuring implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the recruitment and retention strategy.
• PACER programme (holistic student-athlete and coach support) implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Recruiting competent, qualified and motivated coaches for the sport for which this position is responsible.
• Supporting the management and performance evaluation of coaches and planning appropriate development of coaches.
• Planning and managing events for the club, and supporting management of external events.

Financial planning and management

• Preparing, managing and being accountable for the respective sport clubs' budgets, day-to day financial requests, as outlined by the club's strategic plan, the Maties Sport business plan and SU's Financial Management Regulations.
• Preparing monthly reports in consultation with the Maties Sport accountant.
• Being compliant to all financial management requirements as per SU's policy.

Organisation and Human Resource Management

• Planning, setting up and managing the logistics required for sport fixtures and events (transport, match officials, etc.).
• Human resource planning and management.
• Club governance and annual reviews.
• Stakeholder management, including club members, coaches, and support structures.

Administration

• Managing the internal and external registrations for assigned sports activities.
• Ensuring clear and timely communication of sports news and events in consultation with the media coordinator and unit leaders.
• Ensuring the accurate and organised recording of all sports-related matters in a timely manner.
• Keeping accurate minutes of meetings.
• Ensuring that all University, Maties Sport and other relevant compliance matters are fully covered and satisfied.
• Writing or overseeing the writing of sport reports as required.

Facility Management

• Planning and managing the facility's maintenance.
• Planning upgrades to the facility.
• Usage management of the facility.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

Minimum qualifications:

• A recognised qualification/degree in sport management/science.
• A valid driver's license and own transport.
• The position requires working after hours, including evenings, on weekends and public holidays. At least three years' experience in sport club management within a higher education environment.

Skills

• The ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with diverse stakeholders.
• Advance computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently.
• The ability to lead sport clubs, collaborating with coaches and staff.
• The ability to give strategic direction in an ever-increasing professional environment.
• A participative and effective leadership and management style
• High level of management and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Result-oriented.
• Administrative skills: the ability to provide accurate and informative written and verbal reports.
• The ability to take initiative, be innovative and to function effectively under pressure.
• The ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent time management skills.

Knowledge

• An understanding of sport governance, club structures, and athlete development.
• Familiarity with university-level sport systems and policies.
• An understanding of recruitment, retention, and development of athletes and coaches.
• Skilled in budget planning, financial reporting, and in being compliant with financial regulations.
• Skilled in logistics planning for sport events, including transport, officials, and facilities.
• Skilled in inventory management, registration processes, and reporting standards.
• Internal and external communication strategies.
• The ability to coordinate with media and marketing teams.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Experience in football club management within a higher education environment.

Closing Date 26-Sep-2025

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Duties/Pligte

• Conducting full gym tours with prospective members.
• Presenting the different gym pricing options to prospective members.
• Assisting with membership sales.
• Assisting members in completing various health and fitness assessments.
• Prescribing effective exercise programmes and advice to members, depending on the individual needs of the member.
• Correcting exercise techniques where and when appropriate and providing alternative exercises to members based on their needs.
• Being solution-driven and assisting members in solving any queries that may arise from time to time.
• Establishing, maintaining and growing sound, positive relationships with fellow staff and organisation departments, suppliers, vendors, tenants and gym members.
• Ensuring that all weights and equipment are always neatly and correctly stored and accessible.
• Ensuring that members adhere to the various access control processes.
• Willingness to teach classes of floor and studio-based exercises set to music.
• Ensuring ethical, honest and responsible conduct at all times.
• Ensuring adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, gym rules and organisation policy and procedures at all times.
• Performing all necessary administrative functions for the position.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• A relevant qualification in health and fitness.
• Experience in the sport/health/fitness industry, including experience with gym equipment, exercise benefits, physical and health assessments and the interpretation thereof.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Effective conflict management skills and techniques.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Willingness and availability to work after hours, on weekends and public holidays.
• The ability to thrive in a team within a diverse work environment.

Closing Date 26-Sep-2025