Recruitment Vacancies at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be expected to fulfil the duties of Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Education as described in the minimum requirements. These duties include:

• Curriculum development of and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the Department;
• Pursuing research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the Department;
• Developing, presenting and co-ordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation;
• Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning;
• Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment;
• Experience and expertise in curriculum development for all subjects in Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Education 
• Evidence of involvement in community engagement programmes; 
• Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer 

• PhD in Education or the related field—with specialisation in mathematics education or natural science and technology or equivalent specialisation fields of Early Childhood and Foundation Phase;   
• At least three years of teaching experience in Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Education or related field (ages 0-9);
• Evidence of at least 6-7 publications (Journal, book chapters), of which four should be a mix of international and national publications in accredited journals or equivalent units and one sole-authored publication;
• Experience and evidence of supervising at least three postgraduate students to completion at Masters level in Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Education (ages 0-9);
• Experience in supervision of teaching practice, work-integrated learning, mentorship, or related programmes.

Associate Professor 

• PhD in Education or the related field—with specialisation in mathematics education or natural science and technology or equivalent specialisation fields of Early Childhood and Foundation Phase;   
• At least five years of Higher Education Institution teaching experience in Foundation Phase and Early Childhood Education or related field (ages 0-9);
• Evidence of at least 11 - 13 publications (Journal, book chapters), of which four should be a mix of international and national publications in accredited journals or equivalent units and three sole-authored publications; 
• Experience and evidence of supervising at least 6 graduates, of which 2 must be PhDs and 1 must be sole supervised;
• Evidence of collaboration in international research projects and research publications;
• Standing as an active researcher amongst international peers and evidence of proven research funding;
• Evidence of membership in professional associations/organisations in the Foundation Phase, Early Childhood Education, and associated fields.

Professor (Same as for Associate Professor, plus)

• At least 8 years teaching experience in a Higher Education Institution or related experience, with emphasis on Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Education (ages 0-9) or related fields; 
• Experience and evidence of Postgraduate supervision; At least 8 students supervised to completion at Master's or Doctoral level. (At least 4 at Doctoral level of which 3 should be sole supervision); 
•  At least 16-18 publications in a variety of accredited journals, of which five should be in ISI/ IBSS journals and five sole authored;
• Evidence of collaboration in international research projects and research publications;
• Proven international standing as an active researcher and evidence of proven research funding success;
• Evidence of active membership role and leadership positions in professional associations/organisations in the Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Education or associated fields.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

Senior Lecturer: 

• Teaching experience at a Higher Education Institution in Early Childhood Development and Child Care; 
• Knowledge and experience in application of language curriculum and indigenous knowledge systems in Early Childhood Development and Care programmes; 
• Knowledge and experience in integration of technology in child development and care programmes;
• PhD in early childhood development and child care studies, or equivalent degree; or Currently registered for a PhD in related programme. 
• Ability and/or experience in conducting own research, and evidence of research publications;
• Experience in curriculum development initiatives;
• Experience of supervision of postgraduate students.

Associate Professor/ Professor:

• Knowledge in the field of mathematics, coding and robotics, natural science and technology, and languages or literacy studies (SA official languages) in the Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Education;
• NRF-rating;
• Membership of international scholarly bodies.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Engage in teaching, curriculum development, and co-ordination of programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Supervise postgraduate research commensurate with the post level;
• Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
• Perform academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives (including transdisciplinary engagements) relating to teaching, research, and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• A Master’s degree in Psychology;
• The equivalent of 2 years’ tertiary teaching experience, including block and/or temporary teaching; or relevant professional/industry experience;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g. publications in peer-reviewed journals, chapters in peer-reviewed books; published conference papers; or equivalent recognised research output; significant progress in PhD studies).

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• A PhD in Psychology;
• A research focus aligned with departmental thematic areas;
• Lecturing experience at tertiary level;
• Experience in supervising postgraduate research;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a psychologist, registered counsellor, or psychometrist. 

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Engage in teaching, curriculum development, and co-ordination of programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Supervise postgraduate research commensurate with the post level;
• Supervise practical work in the MA (Clinical Psychology) programme, commensurate with the post level;
• Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
• Perform various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives (including transdisciplinary engagements) relating to teaching, research, and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist;
• The equivalent of 2 years’ tertiary teaching experience, including block and/or temporary teaching, or relevant professional/industry experience;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g. publications in peer-reviewed journals, chapters in peer-reviewed books, published conference papers, or equivalent recognised research outputs; significant progress in PhD studies).

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist for 3 years or more;
• Experience in lecturing or professional training at the postgraduate (MA) level;

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be expected to:

• Engage in teaching, curriculum development, and co-ordination of modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Supervise postgraduate research commensurate with the post level;
• Supervise practical work in the MA (Counselling Psychology) programme, commensurate with the post level;
• Conduct research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contribute to the Department’s research profile;
• Perform academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives (including transdisciplinary engagements) relating to teaching, research, and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• A Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Counselling Psychologist;
• The equivalent of 2 years’ tertiary teaching experience, including block and/or temporary teaching, or relevant professional/industry experience;
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g. publications in peer-reviewed journals, chapters in peer-reviewed books, published conference papers, or equivalent recognised research outputs; significant progress in PhD studies).

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Registration with the HPCSA as a Counselling Psychologist for 3 years or more;
• Experience in lecturing or professional training at the postgraduate (MA) level;
• A doctoral degree.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• The strategic, academic, and operational management of the department;
• Aligning the vision and objectives of the Department with the broader vision and objectives of the Faculty and the University; 
• Promoting, planning, organising, and managing academic and research programmes and the department’s research profile;
• Ensuring quality scholarly academic and professional education and training;
• Managing all financial activities, including fundraising and externally funded projects;
• Playing an active role as an academic leader of the discipline at a national and international level;
• Recruiting and managing of the academic and professional staff of the Department and promoting their continuous development, with a focus on diversity;  
• Providing and facilitating mentorship of young academics in the Department; and
• Developing and sustaining external partnerships.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Professor:

• A doctoral degree with specialisation in the field of Industrial Psychology or Human Resource Management; 
• 9 years tertiary teaching experience on undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• An established research focus and an independent research agenda with;
• At least 15 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs and at least 3 of the publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs should be in the last 5 years (accepted and/or published);
• Completion of at least 10 Master’s students since the last promotion; and 
• At least 2 completed doctoral students with 1 as the main supervisor;
• Evidence of substantial engagement, leadership and external funding;
• Experience in high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders and professional boards; and
• Evidence of a developing network of national and/or international research collaborations.

Associate Professor:

• A doctorate degree with specialisation in the field of Industrial Psychology;
• 6 years tertiary teaching experience on undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• An established research focus with;
• At least 7 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs of which at least 3 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs should be in the last 5 years accepted and/or published; 
• At least 4 completed Master’s students over the past 5 years;
• Evidence of consistent and continued supervision. Involvement with at least 2 doctoral students, 1 as the main supervisor;
• Evidence of research grants or awards; and
• Evidence of a developing network of national and/or international research collaborations.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Registered member of the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP);
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist;
• International recognition;
• An exceptional research record in one of the department’s research specialisation fields.
• NRF rating or ready to apply.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and experiential training in veterinary epidemiology and related fields;
• Participation in the teaching and practical training of undergraduate veterinary and  veterinary nursing students in clinical medicine & herd/flock health and management  of production animal species 
• Participation on a rotational basis in the provision of clinical and herd/flock health  services through the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, surrounding  community and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service;
• Preparation, presentation and review of course materials;
• Active participation in departmental research programmes and development of new  research programmes;
• Service rendering to developing communities and continuing education programmes; and  Administrative and management tasks as delegated by the Head of Department.

Minimum requirements:

Lecturer:

• A BVSc or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• Registration or eligible for registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) as a Veterinarian;
• Registered for or committed to acquiring an M-degree within three years of appointment;
• A minimum of two years recent (within past ~10 years) veterinary clinical experience, including production animals, or one year internship in relevant field;
• Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio;
• Strong interest in research and potential to become an established researcher; and
• Evidence of continued professional development or continued education development.

Added advantages and preferences:

• A Masters degree in a relevant field.

Senior Lecturer: 

In addition to the requirements for Lecturer:

• A Masters degree in epidemiology, production animal medicine, or a related field, and two or more peer-reviewed publications in accredited scientific journals;
• Registered for a PhD or committed to acquiring a PhD within three years of appointment; and 
• Teaching experience at undergraduate level.

Added advantages and preferences:

• A PhD in a relevant field
• SAVC, ACVPM, ECVPH or equivalent registration as diplomate or specialist in veterinary epidemiology or production animal medicine.

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Key responsibilities include: 

• Designing, developing, managing, and continuously optimising the student HEMIS database in accordance with DHET regulations and reporting frameworks;
• Leading quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of student data, including validation of academic plan-module combinations and full-time equivalent (FTE) calculations;
• Managing the end-to-end process of student HEMIS data submissions, including preparing for DHET submissions and facilitating internal and external audits;
• Interpreting DHET policy frameworks, subsidy formulas, and funding mechanisms to assess and model the financial implications for the University;
• Advising senior management, deans, and institutional stakeholders on trends, anomalies, and policy-aligned responses in student and subsidy data;
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., academic departments, finance, IT, student administration) to enhance data workflows and data governance practices;
• Staying abreast of national and global developments in higher education funding, data standards, and regulatory compliance, including active participation in forums such as SAAIR and HEMIS user groups.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Baccalaureus degree in Information Technology, Statistics and/or Computer Science with at least:
• 5 years of work experience in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Databases:
• 4 years of experience at a higher education institution.
• In the absence of the recommended qualification, a relevant degree with at least:
• 8 years of work experience in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Databases;
• 4 years of experience at a higher education institution.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Academic advising of undergraduate students (including but not limited to: participating in the orientation of new students, advising on curriculum changes/ module changes/ drops/ additions and withdrawal
• Support undergraduate students at risk of not succeeding 
• Direct/Refer students with problems, such as financial and psychological, to the relevant support services
• Track students’ performance and direct them to the academic assistance available
• Manage data on student interactions
• Present workshops to address student needs
• Academic advising (including but not limited to) participating in the orientation of new students, advising on curriculum changes/module changes/drops/adds and withdrawal
• Managing and maintaining data on student interactions;
• Supporting students or young people who face psychosocial and/or academic challenges;
• Maintaining an advisory file on each advisee; and                      
• Participating in projects from time to time as delegated by management.                      

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Hons degree in Educational Psychology, Psychology or Social Work, or a related field;
• Three years’ experience working with university students and/or young people.
• Three years’ experience working in higher education as a tutor, mentor, advisor, or similar, at a tertiary institution

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
• Handling the strategic, academic and operational management of the Department;
• Promoting, planning, organising and managing academic and research programmes and the Department’s research profile;
• Recruiting and managing personnel;
• Managing all financial activities including externally funded projects;
• Playing an active role as academic leader of the discipline at a national and international level;
• Marketing and growing the Department on all levels; 
• Aligning the Department with the strategic plans, goals and policies of the University and the Faculty.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Associate Professor:

• A relevant doctoral degree in Mercantile Law;
• The candidate must possess the requisite qualifications and experience to be eligible for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor in the Department of Mercantile Law at the University of Pretoria, the assessment of which is based on several factors, including teaching, research and postgraduate supervision, community engagement, academic administration and academic citizenship;
• Preferably 8 years teaching experience;
• Recognised academic status in the relevant discipline of which a suitable NRF rating will serve as a strong indication thereof;
• At least 16 quality publications in accredited journals, demonstrating regular research output, of which 6 should have been accredited publications published in the 3 years preceding the year of application;
• Conference papers delivered internationally; 
• Active memberships of academic relevant national and international subject-related bodies;
• Evidence of successful master’s supervision: 4 research master’s, or 6 coursework master’s mini-dissertations will be strong recommendations, and where possible, evidence of completed successful doctoral supervision or co- supervision;
• Extensive record of Academic Citizenship.

Professor:

• A relevant doctorate with specialisation in doctoral degree in Mercantile Law;
• The candidate must possess the requisite qualifications and experience to be eligible for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor in the Department of Mercantile Law at the University of Pretoria, the assessment of which is based on several factors, including teaching, research and postgraduate supervision, community engagement, academic administration and academic citizenship;
• Preferably 10 years teaching experience;
• Extensive experience in Curriculum Development;
• At least 30 publications in accredited journals, demonstrating regular research output, including 8 accredited publications published in the last 3 years preceding the year of application;
• Recognised academic status in the relevant discipline for which a suitable NRF rating will serve as a strong indication;
• Conference papers delivered internationally; 
• Active memberships of academic relevant national and international subject-related bodies;
• Evidence of successful master’s supervision: (at least 6 research or 10 coursework master’s mini-dissertations successfully completed), or at least two completed successful doctoral supervisions);
• Extensive record of Academic Citizenship.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Manage sales team and revenue generation: 

• Providing clients with TuksFM’s services offering;
• Conducting and interpreting research to identify how the station’s marketing solutions meet client’s business needs;
• Preparing reports, proposals, and campaign briefs;
• Developing an annual strategy that ensures the attainment of sales goals and profitability that is in keeping with industry best practices;

Manage and coordinate accounts and agencies:

• Compiling sales presentations to share with new clients and agencies;
• Ensuring regular communication with agencies about TuksFM, its new services and achievements to empower agencies to sell the station;

Governance, administration and reporting:

• Preparing weekly and monthly reports for the Station Manager and Finance Department;
• Monitoring paid social media posts to ensure the resolution of any online problems/queries;
• Compliance with all processes and procedures relating to financial processes;
• Evaluating projects from a profitability point of view;

Client relationship management: 

• Exploring client’s business to provide specialized solutions;
• Translating the impact of campaigns to clients through post-campaign analysis;
• Liaising with the University of Pretoria structures when necessary to provide better services and service offerings;

Human Resource management: 

• Training sales representatives to perform sales duties according to TuksFM’s standards and procedures;
• Training and mentoring volunteers to execute client campaigns;
• Acting as liaison between the sales, programming, and production departments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric; with
• Three years’ experience in:
• Sales (preferably in radio sales);
• Dealing with customers and market dynamics;
• Networking;
• Campaign planning and implementation;

OR

• Three-year national diploma in Marketing/sales/communication/journalism or related; with
• One years’ experience in;
• Sales (preferably in radio sales);
• Dealing with customers and market dynamics;
• Networking;
• Campaign planning and implementation.

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KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:

The successful incumbent will have to successfully display the following:

Strategic Management and Leadership  

• A proven track record in senior leadership, with the ability to develop and execute long-term facilities and infrastructure strategies aligned with institutional strategic goals.
• Lead the development and implementation of long-term infrastructure and sustainability plans.
• Demonstrated success in managing large scale real estate portfolios (preferably in higher education or similarly complex environments).

Operational Excellence and Governance   

• Extensive experience in strategic asset management, optimising the use, performance, and lifecycle of physical infrastructure.
• Strong financial and budgetary acumen, with experience overseeing multi-million- rand operational and capital budgets.

Stakeholder and Change Management   

• Exceptional ability to engage executive leadership, academic stakeholders, and external partners to drive integrated campus development.
• A change agent with experience in transforming facilities management practices to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and service delivery. 

Technical and Industry Expertise   

• In-depth knowledge of property management, maintenance systems, space planning, and sustainable infrastructure development. 
• Familiarity with smart campus technologies, green building standards, and risk/compliance frameworks in facilities management.

People and Team Leadership   

• A dynamic leader with a history of building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary units.
• Strong commitment to staff development, diversity, and inclusive leadership within a large, complex organisation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS   

• A Master’s degree in either Construction Management, Engineering or a related built environment discipline.
• At least 15 years of post-qualification experience, including at least 5 years or more in a senior management role in facilities or infrastructure management within a medium-to-large organisation.

Proven expertise in: 

• Strategic planning and execution;
• Project and financial management;
• Human Resources and organisational development;
• Regulatory compliance (OHS, building regulations, procurement frameworks); and
• Sustainability and environmental systems;
• Strategic Management;
• Contract Management, including a basic knowledge of requirements related to procurement processes and contractual agreements, e.g., service level agreements;
• National Building Regulations; Contract Law (JBCC, NEC); and Occupational Health and Safety requirements;
• Applied knowledge and experience in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as integrated enterprise resource management systems including Help Desk and Maintenance Management.
• Professional registration with the appropriate South African regulatory professional body.