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
- Providing quality service regarding teaching and learning, research and innovation, and community engagement and commercialisation activities within the Subject Group: English for Education.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning.
- Teaching a variety of English modules within a multi-modal delivery approach of teacher training programmes at under- and postgraduate level. Expertise and experience of teaching English at school and/or a higher education institution are required.
Research.
- Perform research in the fields of language learning and teaching. Produce research outputs in an area of language education research.
- Community Engagement and Service Learning.
- Active participation in the development of community-based research by adapting and designing modules for service learning.
Administration.
- Planning, organising and record keeping as part of office and subject (module) administration in accordance with faculty’s teaching policy and close collaboration with the subject group (meetings).
- Work Integrated Learning.
- Active participation in order to operationalise the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme at all levels.
Minimum requirements
- A BA or Bachelor of Education Honours (BEdHons) degree in English or English education or relevant to English teaching or learning (NQF level 8).
- A professional teacher’s qualification with specialisation in language teaching methodologies / didactics (NQF level 7).
- A minimum of one (1) year functional experience in primary, secondary or tertiary teaching.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Subject knowledge: English HL and/or FAL.
- Teaching skills: Language Methodology and Didactics.
- Assessment competencies.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- High standard of work ethics.
- Communication.
- Able to work individually as well as part of a subject group (team).
- Ability to create own structures, adhere to deadlines and work in a self-directed manner.
REMUNERATION: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To lead and manage the forensic investigation function by initiating, planning, executing, and reporting on complex forensic investigations relating to fraud, corruption, financial misconduct, irregularities, and unethical conduct.
- The incumbent will be required to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and standards and to mitigate fraud risk and promote ethical governance
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Forensic Investigation Management
- Plan and manage forensic investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, financial misconduct, and other irregularities.
- Lead the development and implementation of investigative procedures and methodologies.
- Collect, preserve, and analyse evidence in accordance with legislative and ethical standards.
- Conduct interviews, forensic analysis, and prepare detailed investigative reports for internal and/or external use (including for disciplinary, civil or criminal proceedings).
- Report on the progress of investigations with Council Committees as required.
Governance and Legal Compliance
- Ensure all investigations are compliant with applicable legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, etc.
- Liaise with law enforcement (e.g. SAPS, Hawks, etc.), prosecutorial authorities, and regulatory bodies when necessary
Fraud Risk Management
- Identify fraud trends and emerging risks and recommend controls to mitigate exposure.
- Assist in prevention of fraud, ethics awareness, and whistleblowing initiatives.
- Advice on internal controls and governance enhancements based on investigation findings
Reporting and Stakeholder Management
- Draft clear, concise, and legally sound reports for executive management, audit and risk committee, Council, and external authorities.
- Manage stakeholder relationships including internal departments, legal, people and culture, external auditors, law enforcement, and Council Committees.
- Present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and governance structures.
Team and Resource Management
- Manage a team of investigators and forensic analysts (where applicable), including external service providers.
- Mentor and provide professional guidance to junior investigators.
- Ensure proper resource planning and manage service providers (e.g., forensic consultants or digital specialists).
Minimum requirements
- A postgraduate qualification in Forensic Accounting, Accounting and Auditing, Law, Criminal Justice, or related field (NQF level 8).
- A minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years’ specialist experience in forensic investigations.
- Experience in leading complex investigations in a regulated environment.
- Experience in working with or within law enforcement, audit, legal, or regulatory bodies.
- Registration as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Forensic Practitioner (ICFP).
- Registration with the SA Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) / the Legal Practices Council (LPC) or other related professional bodies.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Admission as an Attorney or Advocate.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL AND BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Strong forensic and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of forensic methodologies and legislation.
- Ethical integrity and discretion.
- Excellent interviewing and evidence gathering skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Legal acumen and understanding of criminal/civil procedures.
- Report writing and presentation skills.
- Project and case management.
- Emotional intelligence and resilience.
- Leading evidence in disciplinary and criminal/civil matters, where applicable.
REMUNERATION:
- The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
CLOSING DATE: 11 August 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Providing quality service regarding teaching and learning, research and innovation, and community engagement and commercialisation activities within the Subject Group: English for Education.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning.
- Teaching a variety of English modules within a multi-modal delivery approach of teacher training programmes at under- and postgraduate level. Expertise and experience of teaching English at school and/or a higher education institution are required.
Research.
- Perform research in the fields of language learning and teaching. Produce research outputs in an area of language education research.
- Community Engagement and Service Learning.
- Active participation in the development of community-based research by adapting and designing modules for service learning.
Administration.
- Planning, organising and record keeping as part of office and subject (module) administration in accordance with faculty’s teaching policy and close collaboration with the subject group (meetings).
- Work Integrated Learning.
- Active participation in order to operationalise the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme at all levels.
Minimum requirements
- A BA or Bachelor of Education Honours (BEdHons) degree in English or English education or relevant to English teaching or learning (NQF level 8).
- A professional teacher’s qualification with specialisation in language teaching methodologies / didactics (NQF level 7).
- A minimum of one (1) year functional experience in primary, secondary or tertiary teaching.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Subject knowledge: English HL and/or FAL.
- Teaching skills: Language Methodology and Didactics.
- Assessment competencies.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- High standard of work ethics.
- Communication.
- Able to work individually as well as part of a subject group (team).
- Ability to create own structures, adhere to deadlines and work in a self-directed manner.
REMUNERATION: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- Providing quality service regarding teaching and learning, research and innovation, and community engagement and commercialisation activities within the Subject Group: English for Education.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning.
- Teaching a variety of English modules within a multi-modal delivery approach of teacher training programmes at under- and postgraduate level. Expertise and experience of teaching English at school and/or a higher education institution are required.
Research.
- Perform research in the fields of language learning and teaching. Produce research outputs in an area of language education research.
- Community Engagement and Service Learning.
- Active participation in the development of community-based research by adapting and designing modules for service learning.
Administration.
- Planning, organising and record keeping as part of office and subject (module) administration in accordance with faculty’s teaching policy and close collaboration with the subject group (meetings).
- Work Integrated Learning.
- Active participation in order to operationalise the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme at all levels.
Minimum requirements
- A BA or Bachelor of Education Honours (BEdHons) degree in English or English education or relevant to English teaching or learning (NQF level 8).
- A professional teacher’s qualification with specialisation in language teaching methodologies / didactics (NQF level 7).
- A minimum of one (1) year functional experience in primary, secondary or tertiary teaching.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Subject knowledge: English HL and/or FAL.
- Teaching skills: Language Methodology and Didactics.
- Assessment competencies.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- High standard of work ethics.
- Communication.
- Able to work individually as well as part of a subject group (team).
- Ability to create own structures, adhere to deadlines and work in a self-directed manner.
REMUNERATION: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy Implementation and Institutional Alignment
- Lead the cascading of the institutional strategy across the assigned campus by developing and executing campus-specific operational plans aligned with NWU’s strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with the University’s executive leadership to ensure that campus-specific challenges and opportunities are considered in the broader institutional strategy.
- Develop actionable plans to close operational gaps, improve service delivery, and ensure that all campus functions support the university’s academic and strategic priorities.
- Regularly assess and mitigate risks, maintain emergency preparedness, and oversee the enforcement of health and safety plans.
- Proactively seek and implement innovative solutions and best practices to improve campus operations, ensuring these innovations align with the university’s long-term goals.
- Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the campus ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Provide leadership and oversight for all campus operations, including events, ensuring efficient logistical coordination, resource management, and continuous operational excellence to support academic and administrative functions.
- Promote sustainable practices across campus operations, including energy management, waste reduction, and eco-friendly facilities management.
- Support university sustainability goals and encourage environmentally responsible behaviours throughout the campus community.
- Lead IT service delivery on campus, ensuring reliable, secure, and innovative digital solutions that enable teaching, learning, research, and administration.
- Facilities and Infrastructure and fleet management
- Manage physical assets, engineering services, electronic infrastructure, and transport (fleet) services.
- Collaborate with the university’s leadership and facilities management teams to ensure that the campus’s long-term infrastructure planning (e.g., building projects, renovations, and expansions) aligns with the broader institutional strategy.
- Ensure that the approved maintenance plans are aligned to the maintenance requirements and needs of the campus buildings and infrastructure
- Collaborate with campus maintenance teams to develop and implement a proactive maintenance plan to ensure that facilities are kept in optimal condition and that infrastructure remains functional and safe, supporting the academic and operational needs of the university.
- Facilitate cross stakeholder involvement to ensure that maintenance plans are delivered in line with agreed Service Level Agreements.
- Approves events on campus and ensure that OHS and Safety measures are in place.
- Chair Campus Management Committees and report to UMC.
Protection Services and Security Management
- Collaborate with Protection Services to develop and implement a comprehensive campus security plan that is aligned with the University’s safety strategy, policies and risk management framework.
- Collaborate with Protection Services to assess and address campus-specific security needs, identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities unique to the campus.
- Establish short- and long-term security goals, with an emphasis on continuous improvement, emergency preparedness, and crime prevention.
- Align protection services with the University’s broader objectives, ensuring that security measures support academic and research activities without hindering accessibility, inclusivity, or the freedom of movement on campus.
- Develop and implement a campus-wide safety and security plan that addresses both immediate security concerns and long-term risks that will ensure the safety and protection of all students, staff, visitors and stakeholders on campus.
- Conduct regular security assessments to identify and evaluate risks, implementing proactive measures to mitigate potential security threats.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of emergency response and disaster preparedness plans, ensuring readiness for a wide range of potential incidents.
- Ensure compliance with all local laws, university regulations, and best practices related to campus security and emergency response.
- Serve as the campus liaison with local law enforcement, fire departments, and other emergency response agencies to foster strong partnerships and coordinated responses to incidents.
Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Optimisation
- Collaborate with NWU management and the SHE department to develop, implement, and monitor campus-specific occupational health, safety, and environmental plan in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Support the development and effective execution of emergency response and crisis management plans to enable swift and coordinated handling of crises, contributing to a safe campus environment.
- Facilitate coordination with relevant departments to ensure a well-prepared response to emergencies and crises on the assigned campus.
- Monitor compliance with fire safety, hazardous waste, and other specialised safety measures in the campus.
- Collaborate in executing NWU’s environmental sustainability initiatives on the assigned campus, with a focus on ensuring compliance with legal standards, managing risks, and promoting reductions in carbon footprint and water usage.
- Oversee the coordination of the functioning of the Campus Healthcare Centre.
- Chair the campus OHS meetings and report to NWU SHE meetings.
Student Life, Healthcare and Wellness
- Provide strategic leadership for student life programmes, including residences, societies, student leadership, and governance.
- Promote holistic engagement through inclusive recreational sport, arts, culture, media, and student development initiatives.
- Oversee campus wellness services, including healthcare centres, student counselling, disability support, and wellness programmes.
- Drive employee wellness initiatives that foster a healthy, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
- Ensure quality and impact through monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement of student life and wellness services.
- Strengthen partnerships with internal stakeholders and external entities to enhance service delivery and student experience.
Stakeholder Partnerships
- Establish and maintain robust partnerships with key internal stakeholders, including academic leadership, student governance bodies, administrative departments, and service units to ensure seamless integration of academic, operational, and student life objectives.
- Act as the primary campus liaison for internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships with students, faculty, staff, local community members, and service providers. Ensure transparent, timely communication regarding campus developments, policies, and initiatives.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including occupational health and safety officers, law enforcement, and protection services, to develop and implement comprehensive safety and security strategies for the campus.
- Ensure good cross-campus collaboration and where necessary shared resources.
Resource Management and Optimisation
- Lead the strategic planning and allocation of financial and human resources within the portfolio, ensuring alignment with university goals and priorities.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of the division’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability, accountability, and optimal use of resources.
- Manage the recruitment, development, and retention of staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment that supports staff growth and performance.
- Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the portfolio through effective financial planning, risk management, and the mobilisation of additional resources.
- Ensure compliance with university policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements in all resource management activities, maintaining transparency and integrity.
- Processes and systems design, utilisation, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Personal effectiveness, wholeness and development.
- Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A master’s degree in a technical or commercial field or equivalent (NQF level 9).
- A minimum of eight (8) years’ proven experience in operational management or business process optimisation within a tertiary education environment, including areas such as campus management, facilities management and protection services.
- Extensive experience in managing diverse teams of at least 5 to 10 specialists, professionals or management.
- Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement with demonstrated capability to engage across multiple stakeholders both internally and externally.
ADDED ADVANTAGES
- A PhD in a technical or commercial field or equivalent (NQF level 10).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and practical experience in managing operations within large, multi-dimensional organisations.
- Knowledge of continuous quality improvement management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of integrated business management principles and practices related to operations, facilities management, and security.
- Strategic Financial Management.
- Financial Planning and Analysis.
- Accounting and Reporting.
- Budget Management.
- Risk and Crisis Management.
- Strategic Vision.
- Leadership and Influence.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem solving.
- Proficient in using modern office software, digital tools, and online platforms to enhance productivity and efficiency in daily tasks and decision-making.
- Knowledge of various campus operational functions.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to work effectively with other executives, departments, and external partners to achieve common financial and institutional goals.
- Skill in managing and resolving conflicts constructively, fostering a positive and cooperative working environment.
- Awareness of one's own emotions and the emotions of others, using this understanding to manage relationships and make empathetic decisions.
- Focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving financial performance that supports the university’s strategic objectives.
- Competence in leading and managing financial changes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adaptation to new processes or systems.
- Foster an inclusive culture by demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion thus creating a welcoming culture for staff and students.
- Understanding and commitment to the NWU values and the ability to be a credible and effective exponent of these values.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy Development
- Create and implement a human resource management strategy aligned to the overall strategy to enable the NWU to attract, motivate and retain the calibre of staff required for the university to accomplish its goals in a sustainable manner.
Human Resource Management
- Talent management (Staffing): Design, implement and manage an integrated talent-driven strategy to attract, deploy and develop a sustainable pool of talent for current and future organisation needs, as identified in the workforce plan.
- Learning and development: Provide occupationally directed and other relevant learning activities that will enhance knowledge, skills and behavior of employees for optimal organisational performance and sustainability.
- Performance management: Implement and maintain a planned process of directing, supporting and improving individual and team performance.
- Reward and recognition: Design, implement and maintain a competitive total reward system to attract and retain high-calibre staff, ensuring equitability and legal compliance.
- Employment equity: Create, implement, maintain and communicate to management an Employment Equity Plan, inclusive of all legislative reporting activities required.
- Employee wellness: Manage all activities required to ensure a healthy work and social environment, enabling team and individual wellness to enable optimal performance in alignment with organisational strategy and goals.
- Employment relations management: Manage individual and collective relationships in the organisation through implementation of good practices to ensure achievement of organisational objectives and compliance with the legislative framework and social-economic conditions.
- Organisation development: Implement planned systemic change management processes to continually improve the organisation’s effectiveness and efficiency.
- Human resource technology and measurement: Ensure the effective utilisation of technology to provide human resources staff as well as line management with the tools and information required for efficiency and effectiveness HR services and in support of effective decision making.
- Student affairs: oversee the governance and management of organised student life on the campuses.
Financial and Staff Management
- Responsible for providing strategic and expert functional leadership to the human resources team, wherever deployed; management of all activities necessary for optimal management of the human resources team and ensuring efficient and effective coordination of activities between human resources which are centrally located and locally deployed human resources teams.
This includes but is not limited to:
Maintenance of a high performing team,
- Supporting, implementing and embracing the positive advantages of implementing the transformation, diversity and employment equity goals of the university.
- Design, support and oversee cross-functional teams throughout the university.
- Continuously innovate towards process improvements and improved quality of service delivery.
- Keeping informed of developments in the fields of human resource management, not-for-profit management and governance, and the specific business of the university and use this information to help the university to operate with effectively and efficiently.
- Ensuring that evaluation systems are in place related to the divisional goals and objectives and report progress to the Vice- Chancellor and Council.
People and Culture Policies and Practices
- People and Culture practices, policy design aligned to strategy and in conformance to regulatory requirements.
- Policy implementation and effectiveness - joint accountability.
- Desired people practice profile design and practice development.
- Edge-creating practice development and constant enhancement.
- People practice application monitoring, advice and joint accountability for application.
Ad-hoc duties
- Fulfil functions pertaining to the position as well as other duties that may, from time to time, be entrusted to the incumbent by the Vice- Chancellor Mentor and provide professional guidance to junior investigators.
- Management and Leadership Results Areas
- People and Culture unit team composition and effectiveness.
- People and Culture sub-unit team composition and effectiveness joint accountability.
- Co-worker effectiveness and joint accountability for team effectiveness.
- Stakeholder relationship development and effectiveness.
- Corporate governance, conformance, reporting and risk management.
- Budgeting, cost management and cost-effectiveness.
- Unit processes and systems design, utilisation, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Personal effectiveness, wholeness and development.
- Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A master’s degree in Human Resource Management/ Strategic Human Resource Leadership/ Labour Law/ Industrial Psychology/ Business Administration /Organisational Strategy Development/ Change Management & Transformation/ Talent & Performance Management/ People & Culture Innovation (NQF level 9).
- A minimum of ten (10) years’ specialist/operational human resources experience of which seven (7) years should be on senior management level and three (3) within the higher education environment.
- Registration with a relevant professional body would be advanteagous.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Proven knowledge in the design and execution of human resource management activities at a senior management level.
- Mature knowledge of functional areas within the human resources or related domain.
- Working knowledge of most functional areas within human resources.
- Demonstrable knowledge and ability in developing and managing budgets, and hiring, training, developing, supervising and appraising a large team.
- Excellent communicator, both orally and written, with ability to influence and persuade across all levels of the organization and demonstrated ability to partner with executive staff.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound policy, programming and operational decisions.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large teams.
- Strong problem solving, analytical and abstract reasoning skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- The ability to work in a multilingual and multi-campus environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
- A Lecturer is expected to contribute to the institution's teaching effort and carry out activities to maintain and develop their professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline.
- A lecturer is also expected to make contributions to research and community engagement.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching and Learning
- Research.
- CE activities
Minimum requirements
- A Master of Commerce in Accountancy (NQF level 9) or a Bachelor of Commerce Honours/Postgraduate Diploma (NQF level 8) in Accountancy with SAIPA/ACCA or SAICA as an AGA(SA)
- A minimum of two (2) years teaching in the accounting field, or two (2) years as an accountant.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
- Accreditation with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) / Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
- Accreditation with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants as an AGA(SA).
- Experience in teaching in the accounting field.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of working with students, handling large classes, setting of assessments.
- Knowledge of Accounting-related software packages.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Communication
- Writing Skills.
CLOSING DATE: 19 August 2025
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- CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: POST-DOCTORAL FELLOW POSITION IN ECONOMICS, POVERTY and ESG
- The TRADE (Trade and Development) research entity at the North-West University (NWU) invites applications for a two-year post-doctoral fellowship in the fields of economics, poverty and environmental, social & governance (ESG).
- TRADE is a dynamic and internationally connected research entity with a footprint across all three campuses of the NWU: Potchefstroom, Mahikeng, and Vanderbijlpark.
- The entity focuses on cutting-edge research in the areas of Development Economics, International Trade, Applied Economics, Financial Markets, Supply Chain, and Transport Economics.
- We strive to cultivate a research environment that fosters excellence, innovation, and scholarly impact—locally and globally. TRADE’s strong academic networks and collaborative partnerships offer significant opportunities for international research collaboration.
- The successful candidate will be based at the Vanderbijlpark campus, joining a team of experienced researchers with the goal of strengthening scholarly outputs in economics. Subject to performance, the position may be extended for a third year.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in Economics or a closely related field, awarded within the past five years. Preference will be given to applicants who obtained their doctorate from a university other than NWU.
- Strong skills in mathematical and econometric analysis.
- A demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications in financial market research.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
- A proactive work ethic and experience in securing research funding will be advantageous.
CLOSING DATE: 8 August 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- An academic position where the incumbent will be expected to engage in T&L, Research and Community Engagement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TEACHING AND LEARNING
- Deliver high quality lectures in Translation, Interpreting, Editing and / or Audio-Visual Translation modules.
- Set assessments and ensure students receive constructive feedback
- Develop study material.
- Effectively and promptly assist students with queries and problems
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
- Share professional expertise to enrich the community.
- Membership and/or involvement with relevant professional bodies.
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
- Keep class discipline and adhere to all the requirements for the administration of allocated modules as required by the
RESEARCH and PUBLICATIONS
- Should work towards completing relevant next level postgraduate studies.
- Provide postgraduate supervision and study guidance (when needed); and
- Write and publish research articles in accredited journals.
- Minimum requirements
JUNIOR LECTURER
- An Honour’s degree (NQF level 8) in Language Practice, Translation / Interpreting, Applied Linguistics (with focus on Translation / Interpreting / Editing).
- A minimum of 0 - one (1) year teaching or tutoring experience at university level.
- Student support experience (such as facilitation of supplementary instruction, tutoring, peer mentoring).
- Applicant should be willing to register for master’s studies.
- Competence in at least two (2) working languages (English and Setswana / Sesotho / Northern Sotho).
LECTURER
- Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Language Practice, Translation / Interpreting, Applied Linguistics (with focus on Translation / Interpreting / Editing).
- A minimum of two (2) years teaching or tutoring experience at university level.
- Student support experience (such as facilitation of supplementary instruction, tutoring, peer mentoring).
- Applicant should be willing to register for PhD studies.
- Competence in at least two (2) working languages (English and Setswana / Sesotho / Northern Sotho).
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
- Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Language Practice, Translation / Interpreting, Applied Linguistics (with focus on Translation / Interpreting / Editing).
- Competence in speaking, reading, writing and listening skills in at least two (2) working languages (English and Setswana / Sesotho / Northern Sotho).
- Experience working as a language practitioner.
- Knowledge of use of technology.
- For Junior Lecturer, 0–1-year experience at Undergraduate Teaching and Learning is essential.
- For Lecturer, 1-2 years’ experience at Undergraduate Teaching and Learning is essential
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Teaching: Team teaching, student evaluations.
- Assessment (Formative and summative): Assignments, tests and examinations
- Administration: Attend workshops organised by the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL).
- Excellent language and communication skills.
- Ability to use teaching and learning technologies and basic software (such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, MS Teams and Machine Translation tools)
- Student support experience (for example, SI facilitation, tutoring, peer mentoring).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Result-oriented.
- Team player.
- Work under pressure.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Student support experience.
- Ability to work within a team and independently.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy Leadership and Management
- Provide strategic oversight to ensure the development and implementation of strategies that optimise the university’s physical resources, including facilities and infrastructure, in a way that supports teaching, learning, and research activities.
- Oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy that aligns with the university's mission and enhances the institution’s academic and operational capabilities.
- Spearhead initiatives to digitise teaching and learning processes, ensuring seamless integration of technology.
- Work closely with the university’s executive team to ensure that digital initiatives are aligned with the university’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.
- Champion the use of innovative technologies and data-driven solutions to advance academic excellence and operational efficiency.
- Create an inclusive and engaging digital transformation environment that embraces digital change and innovation in teaching and learning and digital practices across all university functions.
- Effectively lead and manage the leadership team within the portfolio to set strategic priorities and translate them into actionable plans that drive academic and operational excellence.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the portfolio.
- Information, Communications Technology and Digital Transformation
- Oversee the development of an IT governance framework, policies procedures and practices that ensure alignment with the university’s strategic objectives, and that guarantees regulatory compliance, and addresses risk management.
- Design and implement the university’s AI strategy, aligning it with institutional goals and digital futures.
- Guide the development of the digital academy, promoting digital literacy and capabilities across the institution.
- Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making by improving data accessibility, analytics, and insights for academic and operational growth.
- Take accountability for technical architecture applications systems and data management practices, ensuring the integrity, security, and effective management of data across the university.
- Ensure the university operates in a manner that is compliant with relevant data protection regulations and standards, managing risks associated with digital transformation and IT operations.
- Oversee the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and risk management strategies that protect the university’s digital assets from cyber threats.
- Lead the integration of AI and emerging technologies in academic and administrative functions, exploring new solutions for research, learning, and operational excellence.
- Oversee the development and implementation of the technology business continuity and disaster recovery strategy, ensuring robust ICT governance is in place to safeguard operations and maintain resilience in the face of disruptions.
Stakeholder Partnerships
- Develop, sustain, and strengthen key strategic partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation across the university.
- Engage with senior leadership, faculty, students, and external experts to drive the adoption of digital transformation initiatives, ensuring stakeholders are informed, involved, and aligned with the university’s digital vision and strategic objectives.
- Facilitate seamless communication and cooperation across multiple campuses and support divisions, ensuring alignment between operations, IT functions, and institutional goals.
- Collaborate with the institution’s management and committees to provide updates on operational matters and support decision-making processes.
Facilities and Infrastructure Optimisation
- Provide strategic direction and oversight for long-term infrastructure and facilities planning to ensure alignment with the university’s institutional master plan, academic objectives, and strategic priorities.
- Oversee capital projects including new building projects, renovations, and expansions, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery aligned with the university’s vision.
- Lead efforts to optimise infrastructure and facilities to support research, student engagement, and teaching goals.
- Utilize digital and AI tools to monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance of infrastructure and facilities.
- Leverage data analytics for predictive maintenance, asset tracking, and efficient resource allocation.
- Drive smart campus initiatives, integrating IoT (Internet of Things) technologies to enhance the efficiency of building systems, utilities, and overall infrastructure.
- Oversee development and enforcement of policies and standards for facilities management, including maintenance practices, sustainability initiatives, and the life-cycle management of infrastructure, to ensure consistency, efficiency, and safety across all university campuses.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential hazards related to facilities and infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and legal requirements in all facilities operations.
- Champion sustainability in facilities management, integrating eco-friendly practices, and enhancing efficiency to contribute towards the university’s sustainability objectives.
- Operations (Protection Services, Security Management Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Management)
- Provide strategic oversight for the development and implementation of a comprehensive campus security strategy that proactively addresses and mitigates risks, ensuring continuous improvement in emergency preparedness and crime prevention across all campuses.
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of robust emergency response and disaster preparedness plans, ensuring all campuses are equipped to handle potential incidents.
- Ensure protection services across campuses complies with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices, while maintaining alignment with university policies.
- Oversee the formulation and enforcement of comprehensive security policies and procedures across all campuses, ensuring standardisation and effectiveness.
- Provide overall oversight to ensure security strategies promote accessibility, inclusivity, and the free movement of individuals across all campuses without compromising safety or academic freedom.
- Provide oversight and strategic direction for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the university’s health, safety, and environmental (SHE) policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and institutional goals.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations across all campuses, directing regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
- Lead the formulation and execution of campus-wide emergency response and crisis management plans, ensuring preparedness for emergencies and disasters.
- Drive the university’s sustainability strategy, with a focus on legal compliance and reducing environmental impact, including carbon footprint, water usage, and other sustainability initiatives across all campuses.
- Oversee the adherence to specialized safety measures, such as fire safety, hazardous waste management, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring the safe operation of all university facilities.
Resource Management and Optimisation
- Lead the strategic planning and allocation of financial and human resources within the portfolio, ensuring alignment with university goals and priorities.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of the division’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability, accountability, and optimal use of resources.
- Manage the recruitment, development, and retention of staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment that supports staff growth and performance.
- Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the portfolio through effective financial planning, risk management, and the mobilisation of additional resources.
- Ensure compliance with university policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements in all resource management activities, maintaining transparency and integrity.
- Processes and systems design, utilisation, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Personal effectiveness, wholeness and development.
- Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A PhD in a field related to any one or more of the key result areas will be advantageous (NQF level 10).
- A minimum of ten (10) years’ overall operational/specialist experience of which seven (7) years should be on senior management level in a higher education environment.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Strategic and visionary leadership.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Strategic financial, risk, and corporate performance management.
- Build strategic alliances and partnerships.
- People management with the ability to inspire, mobilise and empower people of diverse backgrounds to larger scale transformation or innovation.
- Management of transformation and change.
- Knowledge of continuous quality improvement management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of integrated business management principles and practices as related to operations, Information Communications Technology, facilities management, SHE, and protection services (security).
- Digital Transformation expertise.
- Proficient in using modern office software, digital tools, and online platforms to enhance productivity and efficiency daily tasks and decision-making.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and to lead complex, cross functional teams.
- Strong organisational skills that demonstrate the ability to perform and prioritise multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
- Awareness of one's own emotions and the emotions of others, using this understanding to manage relationships and make empathetic decisions.
- Focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving financial performance that supports the university’s strategic objectives.
- Competence in leading and managing financial changes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adaptation to new processes or systems.
- Understanding and commitment to the NWU values and the ability to be a credible and effective exponent of these values.
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2025
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