Trending Roles at Stellenbosch University

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The Chief Director: Library and Information Service assumes overarching responsibility for:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the University's Library and Information Service (LIS) portfolio, positioning the library as a key enabler of teaching, learning, research, innovation and engagement.
• Developing and implementing a future-focused LIS strategy aligned with institutional priorities and global developments in higher education, digital scholarship, and research support.
• Leading digital transformation initiatives within LIS, including the integration of emerging technologies, data analytics, open science platforms, and innovative service delivery models.
• Promoting scholarly communication, open access, research visibility, and collaborative knowledge creation across disciplines.
• Leading the development and implementation of policies, frameworks, and systems to support academic information services and ensuring alignment with institutional, national and international best practices.
• Providing strategic leadership in human resource management, including talent development, succession planning, performance management and the fostering of a high-performance and inclusive culture.
• Overseeing the operational and financial management of LIS, including budgeting, infrastructure, technology, facilities and resource optimisation.
• Ensuring sound governance, quality assurance, and compliance across all LIS operations through appropriate monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement mechanisms.
• Building and maintaining strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including academic departments, students, researchers, alumni, library consortia and professional networks.
• Representing LIS in institutional governance structures and contributing to institutional strategy, planning and policy development.
• Engaging with community stakeholders and relevant partners regarding collections, archives and repositories that support African knowledge systems, teaching, learning and research.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A master's or doctoral degree in Library and Information Science or a relevant field.
• At least eight (8) years' senior management experience in academic or research libraries, or information science entities in the higher education sector.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, institutional leadership, budgeting, and people management.
• Demonstrated experience in leading digital transformation and innovation initiatives in a complex organisational environment.
• Strong understanding of scholarly communication, library technologies, open science, and higher education trends.
• Proven ability to lead large and diverse teams and foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Sound financial and operational management skills, including experience managing large budgets and complex operations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant higher education, governance, HR, and financial management frameworks and policies.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Membership of relevant national and/or international professional bodies (e.g. LIASA, IFLA).

Closing Date: 07-Aug-2026

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The Senior Director: Internationalisation assumes overarching responsibility for:

• Providing strategic leadership, coordination and oversight for comprehensive internationalisation across Stellenbosch University.
• Leading the review and implementation of the University's internationalisation strategy and partnership frameworks in alignment with institutional priorities and global developments in consultation with the relevant university stakeholders.
• Advancing Stellenbosch University's global academic, research and innovation profile, and its commitment to acting in, with and for Africa, through strategic, ethical, and mutually beneficial international and continental partnerships and initiatives.
• Supporting the strategic internationalisation initiatives led by the DVC: Research and Internationalisation.
• Providing executive oversight, strategic direction, and HR management for Stellenbosch University International and its associated centres, units, and portfolios, ensuring the Division's operational and financial sustainability.
• Leading and strengthening bilateral and multilateral partnerships, international networks, and alliances to enhance the University's global engagement and visibility.
• Driving internationalisation at home, global learning and curriculum-linked initiatives -connected to the University's academic renewal agenda- alongside international mobility initiatives for all students and staff.
• A sound understanding of African and South-African higher education policy, including the transformation agenda and debates surrounding academic mobility, and openness to international scholars. 
• Overseeing international student support services and promoting integrated support systems for international students and visitors.
• Leading stakeholder engagement with government entities, diplomatic missions, higher education institutions, multilateral organisations and funding agencies.
• Facilitating institution-wide coordination of internationalisation within a matrix management environment, and ensuring alignment with the University's research and innovation agenda.
• Ensuring effective information management, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and compliance relating to internationalisation activities, partnerships and mobility programmes.
• Promoting responsible, ethical and sustainable internationalisation aligned with institutional values, national legislation and global best practice.
• Providing strategic leadership to ensure the operational and financial sustainability of Stellenbosch University International.
• Contributing to institutional governance, strategy development and cross-functional coordination within a matrix management environment.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A doctoral degree, preferably in a field related to international higher education, global affairs, international relations, public policy or institutional leadership.
• At least ten years' demonstrated higher education or science council experience with at least five years' managing an internationalisation portfolio.
• Significant leadership experience in international higher education and comprehensive internationalisation.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, partnership development, and the management of complex international collaborations and multi-unit environments.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with international stakeholders, including government entities, diplomatic missions, multilateral organisations, higher education networks, and funding bodies.
• Demonstrated experience in science diplomacy. 
• Evidence of engagement and communication of research on internationalisation at policy level, including science diplomacy, publications, or related initiatives.
• Strong strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, communication and advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations and diverse teams within a matrix organisational structure.
• Excellent interpersonal, intercultural, and relationship management skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments with diplomacy.
• Knowledge of information systems used to support and manage internationalisation partnerships and engagements.
• Sound understanding of budgeting, financial management and performance management systems.
• A strong understanding of global higher education trends, internationalisation practices and international partnership management from an African perspective.
• An entrepreneurial, innovative, and solutions-oriented mindset with a commitment to responsible and ethical internationalisation.
• Membership of relevant internationalisation networks or professional bodies will be advantageous. 

Closing Date: 07-Aug-2026

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• Teaching and developing undergraduate and postgraduate module content in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Participating in the Department's teaching, academic support activities and research activities.

Assisting with:

• Junior Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Administrative and tutorial support related to undergraduate modules, honours project supervision;
•  Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Honours project and master's supervision; and
• Senior Lecturer: Honours project, master's and PhD supervision.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

Education:

• Junior Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: A completed bachelor's degree with a specialisation in mathematical statistics and/or data science, as well as a NQF 8   qualification (honours equivalent) in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Junior Lecturer: Currently enrolled for, or having completed all coursework requirements towards, a course-work master's degree (where coursework comprises at least 33% of the degree credits) in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: A completed course-work master's degree (where coursework comprises at least 33% of the degree credits) in mathematical statistics   and/or data science.
• Senior Lecturer: A completed PhD in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Evidence of substantial undergraduate-level training in pure mathematics, to at least second-year level (and preferably further), covering topics such as linear algebra, real analysis and/or advanced calculus.
• Evidence of substantial undergraduate-level training in postgraduate mathematical statistics topics such as:
• Probability theory (measure-theoretic or advanced calculus-based);
• Statistical inference (estimation theory, hypothesis testing);
• Asymptotic theory; and
• Linear models and/or multivariate analysis.
• Teaching ability and module development:
• Junior Lecturer: The ability to teach or tutor mathematical statistics and/or data science. The ability to develop undergraduate and postgraduate modules in         mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Lecturer: The ability to teach mathematical statistics and/or data science, especially to large undergraduate classes. The ability to develop undergraduate and     postgraduate modules in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Senior Lecturer: Proven experience in teaching mathematical statistics and/or data science at undergraduate and postgraduate level, especially to large           undergraduate classes. Proven experience in developing undergraduate and postgraduate modules in mathematical statistics and/or data science.

Research supervision:

• Lecturer: The ability to supervise honours and master's students in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Senior Lecturer: The ability to supervise honours, master's (with proven experience) and PhD students in mathematical statistics and/or data science.
• Lecturer: Currently registered for or intending to register for a PhD in mathematical statistics or data science.

Research:

• Senior Lecturer: Research output with respect to mathematical statistics and/or data science in accredited scientific journals and the ability to independently         build a research profile.
• Experience in recognised modern statistical programming languages, for example: R, MATLAB, Python (NumPy, SciPy).
• Recommendation/Aanbeveling        
• Exposure to measure-theoretic probability and/or stochastic processes.

Junior Lecturer:

• Intention to complete a master's degree (shortly after appointment) in mathematical statistics and/or data science, with the intention of progressing to PhD studies.

Lecturer:

• PhD in mathematical statistics or data science.
• Proven experience in research supervision of honours and master's students.
• Research output with respect to mathematical statistics and/or data science in accredited scientific journal(s).

Senior Lecturer:

• Proven experience in the supervision of PhD students.

Closing Date: 24-Aug-2026

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Delivering academic and career readiness advice to Dell Young Leaders students:

• Building a strong rapport and trust with students and ensuring that students receive timely assistance across the programme's careers support pillar.
• Proactively solving problems for students needs by delivering tailored resources and personalised interventions through the provision of career information, advice, and guidance.
• Delivering this in one-on-one and group settings as needed (in person, as well as online where indicated).
• Supporting students with plans to enter employment by preparing them for interviews through mock interviews, CV reviews and in-person career development opportunities. Delivering opportunities for students to engage with the programme's employer partners and preparing students accordingly for these opportunities.
• Implementing student risk mitigation and career readiness interventions: 
• Leveraging programme technology and data to identify at risk students and implementing case management to ensure students are supported to meet their university and career goals. Understanding risks to a student securing placement after graduation and ensuring that workflows target these students for intervention. Supporting continuous development of the student career offering and resources and identifying mechanisms to drive efficient coverage of support. 
• Designing and implementing career readiness programmes and events:
• Delivering career readiness programmes and events for students and employer partners year-round. These events, held both on campus and at offsite venues, will vary throughout the year and are designed to give students direct interaction with employers.
• They also offer employers the opportunity to "give back" through activities such as mock interviews and CV reviews, while also helping students to enhance their skills as they progress on their career readiness journey.
• Executing workflows leveraging the programme's custom technology toolset:
• Updating and managing student and alumni records through workflows within the technology tool. Ensuring that student support cases are managed end to end and support delivery is recorded and can be reported upon by using the programme's data-driven approach.
• Managing a calendar of consultations and incoming and outgoing student communications.
• Supporting application, selection and onboarding of Dell Young Leaders students to the programme:
• Ensuring that potential applicants are provided with information relating to the programme and participating as a panellist for the interview process to select students who meet the programme's criteria.
• Delivering onboarding support to ensure that students have a clear understanding of the programme offering, building strong programme buy-in. Effectively supporting students to manage the transition to university and to begin preparing for their future careers from their first year of study.

Note:

• Due to the requirements of the job and nature of the position, work on Saturdays or after-hours may be required, and up to 10% domestic travel may be required.
• Although this role will be based at Stellenbosch University and would require in person presence most of the time, the role will not be 100% office-bound and the ability to travel to different sites using your own transport arrangements will be required. 
• This is a one-year-contract role based at Stellenbosch University. This role is fully funded by the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation. Contract renewal will be based upon annual funding approval.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A relevant university degree. 
• At least three years' work experience related to providing careers-related support. 
• The ability to build relationships with and understand support needs of students on the programme is essential.
• An excellent communicator and relationship manager who can interact with individuals across multiple backgrounds, cultures, and leadership levels.
• Passion and energy for supporting young people's success with a solutions-orientated mindset.
• The maturity to deliver support with high empathy, emotional intelligence, and sensitivity.
• The ability to work with data and technology on a daily basis, with proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail in recording and following up on tasks and projects.
• A willingness to continuously learn and keep up to date on graduate recruitment and early careers trends.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience in recruitment, particularly in the early talent sector, or careers advice and guidance at a graduate level.
• An understanding of the South African higher education landscape is desirable, but not a requirement.
• Experience with creating career-related resources and designing and implementing events is desirable. 
• Registered with the HPCSA as counsellor or psychometrist in independent practice.

Closing Date: 17-Jul-2026

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• Teaching English Home Language and First Additional Language in undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
• Developing and evaluating teaching and learning materials for English language teaching. 
• Participating in the development and assessment of teaching and learning opportunities (practical teaching).
• Conducting research and publishing in chosen areas of specialisation.
• Supervising and co-supervising postgraduate students at honours, masters and doctoral level.
• Identifying and applying for research funding.
• Participating in Social Impact projects and rendering appropriate services to Stellenbosch University and the teaching community.
• Contributing to academic administration and leadership in the discipline, Department and Faculty.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A relevant PhD with literature or (applied) linguistics as core element.
• A relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience of teaching English in higher education contexts.
• Experience of postgraduate supervision or as co-supervisor at honours, master's and doctoral level in language education.
• A strong academic record, including international collaborations.
• Recent and relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals in English language education.
• Attending and presenting peer-reviewed papers at national and international education conferences.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• National Research Foundation (NRF) rating (for Associate Professor level).
• Deep-seated interest and knowledge of current South African education policies.
• Experience and/or knowledge of technology-aided language education.

Closing Date: 22-Jul-2026

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• Across the portfolio of studies, both those funded currently, as well as future studies coming online, the Project Manager will support the PI in managing the administrative and organisational components of each study.

These duties will include:

• Managing regulatory submissions, approvals and compliance requirements for research studies.
• Coordinating communication and engagement with study partners, funders, regulatory bodies and community stakeholders.
• Organising and supporting consortium meetings, project logistics and study administration.
• Facilitating research governance processes, including agreements, permits and sample shipment arrangements.
• Supporting research dissemination activities, including community engagement, communications and reporting.
• Developing and maintaining study documentation, standard operating procedures and project plans.
• Assisting with grant applications, study protocols, budgets and financial monitoring.
• Supporting data, statistical and laboratory management planning across studies.
• Coordinating procurement processes and service provider payments.
• Monitoring project expenditure and cost points.
• Working closely with research, regulatory and operational teams to ensure high-quality study conduct and data collection.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Relevant master's degree in medicine, public health, project management, health sciences, or a related field.
• At least three years' project management experience.
• Leadership, mentoring, people-management and conflict-management skills.
• Experience in laboratory and/or clinical research and study coordination.
• Strong organisational, multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• High levels of accuracy, accountability and self-management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, file-sharing platforms and video-conferencing tools.
• Sound interpersonal skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
• Fluency in isiXhosa and/or Afrikaans.
• Experience with REDCap.
• A valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
• An interest in pursuing a PhD and contributing to academic outputs, including publications and conference presentations.

Closing Date: 14-Jul-2026

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• Teaching Senior Phase isiXhosa Language Education and Literacy from first to fourth year level in the Bachelor of Education (BEd) undergraduate and PGCE programmes.
• Teaching and learning isiXhosa as a Home Language and First Additional language to preservice teachers both in the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Designing and reviewing or revising curricula or module guides for teacher training in isiXhosa Education/Curriculum Studies that includes isiXhosa for communicative purposes in preparation for service in South African schools and even beyond where possible.
• Mentoring postgraduate students in the Bachelor of Education (BEd) honours programme specialising in Senior Phase and PGCE language education with their respective academic research projects.
• Promoting or co-promoting students in their master's and doctoral research.
• Teaching or co-teaching at least one isiXhosa-related semester module in the BEd honours programme.
• Publishing research in reputable academic and peer-reviewed journals.
• Actively participating in departmental activities relevant to this post level, such as being a committee member of relevant programmes, module coordination, taking up administrative responsibilities relevant to the module, giving presentations during departmental key functions such as orientation sessions, open day, etc. 
• PhD in Language Education.
• A minimum qualification in either Senior Phase teaching or PGCE majoring in isiXhosa education.
• Experience in curriculum design at both undergraduate levels, specifically for isiXhosa, and at postgraduate level, for isiXhosa Education.
• Relevant experience in school and higher education training. 
• Experience of supervision in programmes in teaching and learning of isiXhosa or African languages at postgraduate level, including experience in successful supervision of several honours.
• Good administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills, and being prepared to be involved in departmental activities.
• An advanced level of isiXhosa education, including language structures and conventions of isiXhosa.
• Demonstrated experience of teaching and learning and research in isiXhosa Education.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum design and development in isiXhosa Education and isiXhosa for communicative purposes.  
• Demonstrated understanding of practical learning for preservice teachers.

Closing Date: 22-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

• Teaching: Developing and teaching honours and masters courses in bioinformatics. 
• Research: Conducting high-quality research in bioinformatics, securing external funding, publishing scholarly articles, and supervising postgraduate students up to PhD level. 
• Service: Participating in departmental activities such as curriculum development, advising students, and serving on committees

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• PhD in bioinformatics or a related field (e.g. computer science with a focus on biological applications). 
• At least five years' post-PhD experience in the field of bioinformatics. 
• Proven ability to teach bioinformatics courses effectively at postgraduate level. 
• Experience of supervising postgraduate students for thesis projects. 
• A strong record of peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals related to bioinformatics or biomedical research. 
• Demonstrated ability to secure external grants for research projects. 
• Experience of working with researchers from diverse backgrounds (biology, computer science, statistics). 
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R. 
• Strong background in statistical analysis techniques relevant to biological data interpretation. 
• Proven experience in processing and analysing high-dimensional data. 
• Non-South Africans must be able to obtain a valid work permit within a reasonable time.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms.         
• Expertise in bacterial genetics.         
• Expertise in human genetics.         
• Experience of machine learning techniques applied to biological data.        
• Experience in deep learning techniques.

Closing Date: 22-Jul-2026

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• Providing a financial management and support service to the Deputy Director: Student Fees by way of timely and accurate financial reporting in order to support strategic decision-making.
• Providing financial advice and support to management and personnel (divisions) with day-to-day financial duties and/or business decisions.
• Compiling financial reports for management and funders.
• Processing refunds to students, parents and funders.
• Loading and reconciling various allowances on the payment portal of SUNStudent for Intellimali.
• Processing and distributing bursary allocations - external company and departmental.
• Processing and allocating bank payments.
• Creating payment requisitions, creating Procurement and doing Goods Received on SUNFin.
• Creating invoices for bursary funders in the format required, completing the Policy Claim Forms for students of deceased parents (Study Policies).
• Supplying bursary and fee data/information to departments as well as internal and external auditors.
• Managing the team that processes external company funding, private companies, Government institutions, and employer benefits.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• At least a BCom (Hons) degree or similar qualification including accounting as a subject (NQF 8).
• At least five years' relevant work experience, including at least two years' supervisory experience.
• A strong accounting and financial background.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience in a similar environment.
• Experience in and knowledge of Stellenbosch University's financial system and other applicable systems.

Closing Date: 20-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

• Supporting and assisting the Principal Technical Officer.
• Assisting in various undergraduate courses, particularly with the preparation of undergraduate practicals and the housekeeping (cleaning) of laboratories.
• Supporting academic staff, postgraduate and undergraduate students.
• Maintaining and cleaning laboratories, instruments and glassware.
• Controlling and managing laboratory apparatus, chemical waste and chemical stores.
• Responsible for and assisting with laboratory safety.
• Performing routine safety inspections and replacing consumables for students in the laboratories.
• Liaising with the University's service departments.
• Upkeep of (cleaning) buildings with emphasis on the research and undergraduate laboratories and general areas.
• Loading and updating chemical stock and chemical information on the chemical inventory management system.
• Assisting the line manager with the asset register.
• Ad hoc administrative work.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Matric certificate or an equivalent technical qualification.
• At least two years' practical work experience gained within a comparable laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of analytical equipment and management of general chemicals.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Matric certificate subjects such as physical sciences and mathematics.
• Interest in chemistry.
• Knowledge of a laboratory management system.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of chemical storage and handling procedures.
• Willingness to learn new skills and to undergo further training.
• Computer literate.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Good communication skills in Afrikaans or English.

Closing Date: 22-Jul-2026

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• Maintaining and regularly updating the alumni database to ensure accurate and current Stellenbosch Business School alumni records.
• Extracting, analysing, and segmenting alumni data to support targeted communication, engagement, and stakeholder interventions.
• Maintaining and administering the applicable and related data platforms.
• Supporting the administration of digital communication and social media platforms for alumni engagement.
• Administering and responding to queries received through the alumni platforms and mailboxes.
• Assisting with central electronic communication processes, including newsletters, campaigns, and alumni updates.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to support data administration, reporting, and operational processes within the Alumni Office.
• Providing general administrative support to ensure the efficient functioning of alumni relations and stakeholder engagement activities.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• At least an NQF Level 5 qualification in a relevant field.
• Computer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in Dynamics 365 CRM, SUNStudent, HTML + CSS, social media and WordPress is essential.
• At least two years' experience in administration, data administration, customer relationship management systems and/or digital platforms.
• The ability to use virtual meeting and data platforms.
• The ability to work and function in a multicultural, multilingual environment as part of a team, and to work under pressure.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, organised, methodical and accurate.
• Excellent communication skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Proven track record and portfolio of data administration and digital content created.
• A digital, social media and/or other relevant analytics certificate.

Closing Date: 15-Jul-2026

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• Coordinating administrative and logistical processes for student mobility programmes (exchange, study abroad, international modules, electives).
• Maintaining accurate records and data across institutional systems (e.g. SharePoint, Learning Hub, SUNStudent).
• Capturing, verifying, and managing mobility-related information and documentation.
• Coordinating travel arrangements, including flight quotations and bookings.
• Supporting visa applications for incoming and outgoing students.
• Assisting with invoices, payments, reimbursements, and supplier coordination.
• Supporting mobility-related communication and marketing initiatives.
• Supporting institutional events, delegations, and ad hoc activities.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A relevant tertiary qualification in administration, business, international relations, or a related field.
• At least three years' administrative experience, preferably in higher education or international programme coordination.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database/systems usage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse international stakeholders.
• Student- and service-oriented approach.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• An NQF Level 7 qualification in administration, business, international relations, or a related field.

Closing Date: 24-Jul-2026

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• Overseeing and managing the end-to-end payroll function across seven payrolls for approximately 6,800 employees.
• Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all payroll transactions before submission to the General Ledger.
• Performing monthly payroll reconciliations, including verification of earnings, deductions, and employer contributions.
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies, errors, and variances in a timely manner.
• Liaising closely with Human Resources to ensure accurate employee data, remuneration changes, and benefit processing.
• Administering and validating salary payments, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Managing and reconciling salary bank accounts, and ensuring proper funding and payment execution.
• Preparing and processing third-party payments, including benefits, garnishees, and other statutory deductions.
• Ensuring accurate calculation, reconciliation, and submission of statutory payments (e.g. SARS and other regulatory bodies).
• Maintaining and monitoring payroll costing allocations and ensuring accurate posting to the General Ledger.
• Compiling and submitting financial reports and payroll journals to the General Ledger in accordance with reporting deadlines.
• Supporting audit processes by providing reconciliations, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and internal controls related to payroll and financial transactions.
• Continuously identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiencies.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• BCom in Financial Accounting (NQF 7), with three years' relevant experience; OR
• Diploma in Finance (NQF 6), with five years' relevant experience.
• Proven experience in processing payroll systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Recommendation/Aanbeveling        
• Proven experience and knowledge of Stellenbosch University's financial system.

Closing Date: 24-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

• Preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS, appropriate legislation and practices.
• Preparing monthly/annual financial statements and expenditure analyses for the specific environment.
• Preparing or reviewing financial reports for external funders.
• Providing financial advice to the University and related entities.
• Advising about VAT requirements and the completion and submission of monthly VAT and other sundry returns.
• Dealing with VAT verification and audit requests from SARS, and liasing with external tax advisors.
• Representing the Finance Division in other divisions and faculties.
• Approving staff and student reimbursements, advances and applying the relevant financial policies.
• Approval and posting of applicable journals.
• Dealing with telephonic, walk-in and email enquiries about financial procedures and systems.
• Managing overspent cost centres.
• Responsible for various year-end procedures.
• Liasing with the external auditors and internal departments about determining audit timelines, and dealing with audit queries and documentation requests.
• Responsible for allocated control accounts and cost centres, including related administration and reconciliation.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Honours BCom or similar qualification (NQF level 8) with financial accounting as a major.
• Completed articles with an auditing firm.
• At least two years' relevant work experience, with experience in the preparation of financial statements and application of VAT.
• A substantial accounting and financial background.
• Proven ability to give guidance to colleagues at senior level.
• The ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent computer proficiency, with advanced experience in Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills and exceptional judgement.
• Sound organisational and planning skills.
• The ability to perform effectively under pressure.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience at a higher education or similar institution.
• Qualified CA(SA).

Closing Date: 27-Jul-2026

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• Developing and managing the Division's activities to achieve excellence in research and health professions education in rural health.
• Ensuring sustainable growth of rural health professions training under the Division.        
• Providing academic leadership, including the development of specific postgraduate programmes and courses in rural health and development. 
• Encouraging and supporting rural health research at Stellenbosch University, and developing an active research programme focusing on questions relevant to rural health and health professions education, working closely with other academic entities (internal and external), and community partners. ·        
• Providing leadership to rural training programmes in the FMHS, including contributions to teaching excellence from curriculum development through to delivery to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students, and working closely with other Divisions to ensure a coherent strategy for rural training. ·        
• Developing recruitment, selection, support and retention strategies for rural origin students. 
• Developing and sustaining partnerships with health facilities, service providers and communities in rural areas where students are being or could be trained. 
• Partnering with other Faculties to strengthen the rural footprint of SU.         
• Managing the staff in the Division.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Doctoral degree in a health or education field. 
• Undergraduate and/or postgraduate qualification in a health-related field. 
• Five years experience in the health and higher education sectors. 
• Five years academic experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate training, including distributed training. ·        
• Management experience in the university sector.      
• Experience in a rural context as a healthcare or related professional. 
• Demonstrable understanding of the health system and experience of working with Department of Health stakeholders. 
• Experience in postgraduate supervision at master's and doctoral level. 
• Experience in establishing new projects and programmes and of leading multi-professional teams. 
• A track record of securing external grants. 
• Experience in international engagement, especially in Africa, with ongoing connections. 
• Skills in project management, grant writing and fundraising. 
• Established research profile, with publications in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with the academic level of the position. 
• Excellent computer skills, as well as experience of using an online learning management system. 
• A valid drivers licence

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Knowledge of more than one official South African language. 
• A track record of setting up and sustaining collaborative projects and partnerships. 
• Experience in developing academic modules/curricula in rural health. 
• Experience in implementing rural interprofessional education and collaboration.

Closing Date: 31-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

• Accurate management and control of the creditors' ledger.
• Maintaining the debtor's ledger.
• Assisting with maintenance issues.
• Liaising with the SU vehicle fleet.
• Providing client services.
• Processing invoices and payments, accurately and timeously.
• Handling financial queries and reconciliations.
• Maintaining proper financial records and documentation.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Grade 12 with accounting as a subject, plus relevant experience.
• At least three years' relevant experience in a financial or administrative role within a financial services environment, preferably at an academic institution.
• Strong client-service orientation (internal and external stakeholders).
• Strong numerical and financial processing skills.
• The ability to work in a team environment.
• Good computer skills, especially in Excel.
• Good administrative skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Meticulousness and attention to detail.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Knowledge of Stellenbosch University's financial systems.
• A team worker.
• Self-disciplined.

Closing Date: 20-Jul-2026

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Duties/Pligte        

Strategic Communications:

• Leading development of a strategic communications plan and budget in alignment with CST priorities and updating it annually.
• Developing and maintaining networks and relationships, including with Stellenbosch University's Corporate Communications and reputable media houses / platforms to position the CST within an African and global sustainability discourse.
• Supporting communications strategies for multi-stakeholder research projects and collaborations.
• Developing and leading media engagement strategy, including press releases, interviews, and placement of thought leadership articles.
• Identifying opportunities for the Centre to shape public discourse on sustainability transitions.
• Supporting marketing of CST's postgraduate programmes through partnerships with specialist marketing providers.
• Maintaining and growing a strong, coherent institutional identity.
• Supporting internal communication across programmes and teams.

Content Development and Knowledge Exchange:

• Developing and supporting researchers to communicate their work to non-specialist audiences.
• Facilitating the translation of complex research into accessible, compelling outputs like op-eds, policy briefs, reports and short videos.
• Creating and curating compelling and timely content for the CST website, social media pages, newsletters and multiple other dissemination opportunities in collaboration with CST researchers.
• Facilitating opportunities for knowledge exchange between scientists, policymakers, civil society and industry to grow CST's presence as a convening power.
• Coordinating the production of the CST annual report.
• Designing and disseminating announcements for CST events.
• Developing and maintaining CST communications databases and mailing lists.
• Amplifying marketing campaigns, especially for CST training programmes.

Relationship Management:

• Facilitating partnerships with specialist postgraduate marketing providers to advertise the CST's training programmes.
• Facilitating relationships and commission work from specialist providers, e.g. for graphic design, website design, videography, and photography.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A tertiary qualification, NQF 6 or 7, in communications or journalism.
• At least five years' experience in communications management or journalism.
• Understanding of sustainability science, global environmental change, development, or related areas.
• Strong track record in media engagement and public communication.
• Strong coordination skills and the ability to support and work with researchers at various levels to communicate their work.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific or policy content into accessible formats.
• Experience in developing and implementing communications strategies at organisational level.
• Excellent writing, editing, and multi-media storytelling skills.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to African and Global South contexts.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work in order to meet deadlines.
• Experience in working in diverse, interdisciplinary, and multicultural environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office, WordPress, and social media.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience in supporting or shaping thought-leadership in the public domain.
• Familiarity with basic design tools (Adobe, Canva).
• The ability to work across science-policy-practice interfaces.
• Multimedia storytelling skills (video, podcasting, visual communication).
• Experience as a communications expert working in participatory interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary environments with minimal supervision of work and schedules

Closing Date: 27-Jul-2026