Vacancies at University of Cape Town

• The purpose of this role is to oversee building maintenance, security, health and safety, and space management across the South African College of Music which includes multiple teaching, performance, and administrative facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Building Maintenance (including contractor liaison and fault resolution)
• Security & Access Control (including monitoring and incident response)
• Health & Safety Compliance (including inspections and adherence to regulations)
• Venue & Space Planning and Scheduling
• Supervision of support staff and coordination of service providers

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 4 qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience (performing arts environment advantageous)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and organise operational activities
• Basic knowledge of facilities management processes and occupational health and safety requirements
• Experience in supervising staff or coordinating contractors/service providers
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, when required
• Physical ability to move equipment (subject to medical clearance)

Advantageous

• Knowledge of performing arts environments, including familiarity with venue operations and specialised equipment
• Knowledge / trained in First Aid
• The annual cost of employment, including benefits (where applicable), is between R408 664 and R480 782

Closing date: 03 July 2026

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• The purpose of this position is two-fold: to coordinate the City Hall Fellowship Programme and to provide administrative support to the AMALI Data Programme.
• First, in terms of coordinating the City Hall Fellowship Programme, as part of the African Mayoral Leadership Initiative (AMALI), Masters and PhD students are embedded for up to 10 weeks each in AMALI cities across Africa to support city leaders who have participated in the AMALI programme. The Project Co-Ordinator will oversee the running of the programme including: setting up an advisory group of convenors of relevant masters programmes at UCT and ensuring they regularly meet to provide advice on the fellowship programme; liaise with AMALI team members and partners to ensure the fellowship programme is closely aligned with the functioning and objectives of the broader AMALI programme; advertising for and selecting students to participate in the programme (including setting up selection committees where necessary); engaging with AMALI cities to identify opportunities for student placement and matching students with cities and suitable advisors/mentors; organising all logistics for students to be embedded in the selected AMALI cities for up to 10 weeks each; ensuring, with support from supervisors/mentors for the students; ensuring that a high quality practical output is produced for each city leader to help support in the implementation of their legacy goal; ensure that the programme is well-documented and suitably promoted; and maintain records and ensure comprehensive reporting to ACC and to the funders on the programme.
• The second part of the position is to help ensure the AMALI Data Programme runs effectively and all milestones are met on time by providing the necessary administrative support to the AMALI Data Programme Lead and other Data Programme team members. This includes organising logistics for travel and managing the AMALI Data Programme office space.

Requirements for the position:

• NQF 6 qualification in administration/project management (or equivalent)
• Four years' relevant experience in administration/project management
• Excellent people skills, including the ability to interact well with individuals from diverse professional and non-professional backgrounds, including internal (UCT staff and students) and external stakeholders (such as city leaders and local government officials)
• Excellent time management/ project management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Computer literacy –high level of proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
• Ability to exercise judgment and work with minimal supervision
• A commitment to the provision of excellent service
• Attention to detail

The following would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of urban issues in Africa and of local government in Africa
• Fluency in French.

Closing date: 26 June 2026 

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• The Baxter Theatre Centre seeks to appoint fifteen (15) Ushers in the Front of House department on an ad-hoc basis for appointment commencing 01 July 2026. The successful candidates will assist the Front of House staff to provide excellent customer service to Baxter’s patrons and ensure public safety.

Requirements:

• A Grade 12 certificate.
• A friendly disposition coupled with sound interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Fluency in English and at least one other official language.
• The ability to work well under pressure, both as part of a team and independently.
• Alertness and the ability to think quickly in an emergency.
• A strong sense of customer service.
• The flexibility to work according to the Baxter Theatre's operational hours.

Advantageous:

• Previous working experience in either the hospitality industry or the theatre industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:
To assist patrons at the Baxter Theatre Centre by performing duties such as:

• Scanning admission tickets.
• Ensuring that patrons are seated timeously and in the correct venue.
• Assisting patrons to find their seats.
• Help patrons to locate facilities such as the restaurant, bar, and toilets.
• Assist with any patron’s special needs as and when required.
• Resolving seating disputes and any other patrons’ concerns.
• Guiding patrons to exits or entrances.
• The rate of pay per hour is R52,69.

Closing date: 20 June 2026

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• The appointment will strengthen research and teaching across several areas of the Department’s academic offerings at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, especially in Foundations of South African Law, Persons and Family Law, and Contract Law. The Department would welcome applications from candidates with the relevant qualifications, experience, and an interest in these fields. Candidates should demonstrate the potential to be academic leaders in a Faculty and Department that value a critical and comparative approach to the study of law.

Candidates suitable for appointment as a LECTURER must have:

• At least a Master’s degree (NQF 9 level qualification) with a strong academic record in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position;
• Some lecturing experience (which can include small group teaching) in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position and/or equivalent relevant work experience;
• Some record of socially responsive activities, or public or professional service.

Candidates suitable for appointment as a SENIOR LECTURER must have:

• A Doctoral degree (NQF 10 level qualification) in the field of Private Law, preferably in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position;
• Lecturing experience in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position and/or equivalent relevant work experience;
• Some record of postgraduate supervision;
• An established record of research publications in the field of Private Law, preferably in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position;
• Some evidence of active contribution to Department- and Faculty-level academic administration or equivalent experience;
• Some record of socially responsive activities, or public or professional service.

Advantageous for a LECTURER position:

• Some record of research publications in the field of Private Law, preferably in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position;
• A Doctoral degree (NQF 10 level qualification) in the field of Private Law, preferably in one or more of the legal fields relevant to the position, or working towards completing such a Doctoral degree; and
• Demonstrable capacity to supervise students.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, or as otherwise required by the Department or Faculty;
• Supervising students, including at the postgraduate level (as appropriate to the level of appointment);
• Maintaining a research profile and publication output commensurate with the level of appointment;
• Contributing to and/or participating in Faculty and Departmental activities and assuming administrative responsibilities appropriate to the level of appointment; and
• Maintaining socially responsive activities and/or public or professional service commensurate with the level of appointment.

The annual cost of employment, including benefits and scarcity allowance for the respective levels, is as follows:

• At Lecturer level: R974 126
• At Senior Lecturer level: R1 207 358

Closing date: 31 July 2026

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• The Head of the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, appointed at Groote Schuur Hospital, will provide leadership and oversight of the broader provincial mental health platform, spanning tertiary, specialist and district-level services.
• This includes the Metro-based psychiatric services at Groote Schuur, Valkenberg, Red Cross War Memorial Children's, Lentegeur and Alexandra hospitals, together with associated district hospital services, including Victoria, New Somerset and Mitchells Plain hospitals.
• The Head of Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health will lead and manage mindful of the local ecosystem realities of the Western Cape while reflecting a nuanced understanding of the national South African context and contributing the continental and global development. 
• Such leadership will include service provision, teaching, training and research and social accountability. The Head of Department must work with both university and provincial structures to create a dynamic strategic vision and mission and effective operational plan for the department which resonate with the needs of communities as well as both university and government priorities. The essence of headship is to give academic and clinical leadership to the department, to be committed to its service platforms, scholarship, teaching, and standards, to develop its staff, and to maintain it as a well-functioning academic and clinical department.

Requirements:

• A medical doctor with 10 years’ experience registered in the specialty of Psychiatry is mandatory
• A qualification that is registerable with the HPCSA as a Psychiatrist or sub-specialist Psychiatrist
• A demonstrable record of scholarship with evidence of capacity to attract funding through clinical studies and/or research grants
• Evidence of experience in the leadership and management of clinical service delivery, teaching, training and research
• Knowledge of the health sector in South Africa and insight into the challenges and opportunities for advancing health care in South Africa and Africa
• Demonstrated ability as a manager of a complex team for at least 5 years
• Demonstrated record of teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral level, scholarship and research
• National and international reputation as a leader in their discipline in areas of clinical and academic enterprise
• Track record of teamwork and building effective partnerships with internal, external and international stakeholders
• Track record for mentorship and educational engagement for staff and students at undergraduate and post graduate level

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and actively participate in the clinical service, postgraduate education and training, and research, promoting a multidisciplinary approach in the department
• Provide leadership in the department and manage its staff, resources and performance (service and academic), inspiring innovation and growth
• Provide leadership in addressing diversity, transformation, inclusivity and equity, attracting and developing students and staff of high quality
• Provide leadership with demonstrable capacity for role modelling, professionalism and collegial engagement
• Be responsible for overseeing clinical governance and relevant legislative mandates in line with provincial service delivery platforms and regulations
• Will be expected to be a productive academic, driving research and overseeing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
• Demonstrate social responsiveness through outreach, policy, health systems development and engagement with other stakeholders including government and civil society organisations

Closing date: 30 July 2026

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• The successful candidate will be expected to teach a postgraduate course, do some undergraduate teaching, supervise postgraduate research, sustain their own research and publication focus, and also take up typical academic administrative portfolios in the department.
• All our staff lead administrative portfolios and the portfolios initially linked to this lectureship include postgraduate academic development and convening, as well as working with the HOD in designing a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course for Environmental Assessment Practitioners (EAPs) for the purposes of professional registration. 

Requirements for this position:

• A PhD in Geography or Environmental Science, ideally related to sustainability, policy and governance in the African city
• Ability to supervise postgraduate students
• A demonstrable academic research track record as evidenced by accredited academic journal publications
• Teaching experience at tertiary level, either at undergraduate or postgraduate level
• Experience of administrative tasks and duties

The annual remuneration package, including benefits are:

Lecturer: R974 126

Closing date: 22 June 2026 

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Requirements for the position:

Senior Lecturer

• A PhD in quantitative finance, financial mathematics, financial risk management, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of experience in supervising research.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills relevant to the study of financial markets and risk management.
• Evidence of active research, including publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• A record of presenting research findings at conferences.

Associate Professor

In addition to the above, candidates appointed at Associate Professor level would be required to have:

• An established research record with publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Indication of international research standing and visibility.
• Evidence of current Master’s and PhD supervision.
• Teaching experience at postgraduate level.
• Experience in academic leadership, administration and management.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate some or all the following

• The ability to contribute to curriculum development and delivery in postgraduate programmes.
• The ability to develop and sustain a research programme in areas aligned with the Institute’s focus.
• Experience in collaborative research, in particular with financial sector partners.
• Knowledge of emerging developments in financial markets, quantitative finance, and risk management.
• A commitment to innovative and effective teaching practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

Closing date: 26 June 2026

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The IS Department is seeking to appoint a Lecturer for a full-time permanent position.

Requirements for the Lecturer job:

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Evidence of progress towards the completion of a PhD degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Demonstrable lecturing experience at undergraduate level in Cybersecurity, Networking and Information Systems
• Demonstrable experience in conducting practical labs and demonstrations
• Evidence of being an effective lecturer
• Evidence of expertise in cybersecurity tools (e.g. Kali Linux, Wireshark) and techniques
• Demonstrable experience with Learning Management Systems
• Evidence of postgraduate supervision (at Honours level)
• An emerging record of accredited research publications

The following will be advantageous:

• PhD degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or IT-related field
• Cybersecurity certification
• Practical work experience in a Cybersecurity/Information Systems/Information Technology role.
• Being conversant with frontline cybersecurity/IT technologies and demonstrating a commitment to keeping up with the rapidly advancing technologies in the cybersecurity field and introducing them in classes
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate inclusion, diversity, and educational equity in teaching
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders
• A record of contributing to supportive and collaborative work environments

Responsibilities include:

• Lecture on Cybersecurity and Information Systems courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervise postgraduate students on research projects (e.g., Honours, Masters)
• Conduct academic research in Cybersecurity and Information Systems on problems relevant to the local South African and broader African contexts
• Disseminate knowledge through the publication of research in various accredited outlets (e.g., journal articles, full paper peer-reviewed conference papers, peer-reviewed books and book chapters, etc.)
• Contribute to leadership and/or administration roles at the course, departmental, faculty and/or university level, as appropriate to the job level
• Use academic skills to provide service to bodies outside of the university (e.g., professional society, government agency, NGO, community group etc.)

Closing Date:  28 June 2026  

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• The incumbent will also be expected to conceptualize, lead and execute research projects in Medical Microbiology. In this regard, the incumbent will be expected to develop/expand research collaborations, develop partnerships networks in his/her specific field of research and raise research funding by applying for grants from national and international funding bodies.
• In addition, the successful candidate will be required to perform administrative functions at Departmental, Faculty and University level if needed, as well as functions related to teaching and research projects as well as Divisional TEC activities e.g. convene courses, manage research teams, manage funding of research, monitor operational expenses, write progress reports and conceptualize and contribute to community outreach and other Divisional TEC initiatives.

Requirements:

• A PhD in Medical Microbiology or Molecular Biology, or MBChB or NQF 9 Equivalent.
• Demonstration of having worked effectively and collaboratively as part of a team in an academic environment for a minimum of 2 years.
• Experience in teaching at the undergraduate level as well as supervising or co-supervising postgraduate students for a minimum of 2 years.
• A developing track record in research outputs (including peer reviewed publications or conference outputs).
• Evidence of having co-supervised postgraduate students.

Advantageous

• Degree or diploma in education.
• Demonstrated research scholarship and a record of securing independent research funding.
• First author publication in peer reviewed journal.
• Postgraduate qualification in pathology, internal medicine or infectious diseases.

Responsibilities:

• Teach on delegated courses.
• Supervise/co-supervise post-graduate (Honours, Masters and Doctoral) students.
• Convene delegate undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Conduct research and establish collaborative research programme.
• Raise research funding.
• Perform delegated leadership, management and administrative functions.
• Translate research findings for public benefit.

Closing date: 30 June 2026

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• The role provides strategic oversight of research management, researcher development, and postgraduate affairs, while ensuring the effective operation of the University’s research support functions and representing UCT’s research agenda across institutional governance and management structures.
• The position of Executive Director: Research role has three main components:
• Strategic decision-making in cooperation with the DVC: Research & Internationalisation; and a range of institutional, national and international committees, working groups and boards;
• Management of stakeholder relations in collaboration with the DVC to strengthen external relations with other universities, networks, donors, funding agencies, research councils and government departments;
• and Leadership and management of the Research Office Department including; the Postgraduate and Research
• Development Directorate, the Office of Research Integrity and the Postgraduate Centre and Funding Office.

Requirements for the position:

• Possession of a Master’s degree. A PhD degree is advantageous;
• At least 10 years’ relevant experience in research management and administration;
• At least five years’ relevant experience in a senior and strategic leadership position, leading a team of people from a range of professional and administrative backgrounds;
• An in-depth knowledge of the Higher Education research, statutory research councils or similar research environment, specifically of the structures, processes, trends and policies informing achievement of research-related objectives;
• Demonstrated understanding of the national and global research and research funding landscapes;
• Demonstrated experience in enabling multi-lateral research collaboration across disciplinary, structural and governance boundaries;
• Demonstrated experience in building national or international partnerships and networks of researchers;
• Strong people management and communication skills.

Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Strategic decision-making at the institutional level related to research in co-operation with the DVC: R&I;
• Building strategic stakeholder relationships and partnerships in research;
• Leading the Research Office, including the Office of the Executive Director, Research Support Enterprise,
• Global Strategy and Visibility, eResearch and Research Systems, the Office of Research Integrity,
• Postgraduate Studies and Researcher Development Directorate and the Postgraduate Centre and Funding Office;
• Working in close collaboration with the executive, faculties, Directors of Research Contracts and
• Innovation, eResearch, International Academic Programmes Office, Development and Alumni Department, the UCT Libraries, Information and Communication Technology Services, Human Resources, CMD and research finance to deliver an integrated research support platform to UCT researchers;
• Guiding alignment of UCT’s research in line with its strategic priorities;
• Oversight and planning of the finances for the research management and operation;
• Line management and transformation of the Research Office;
• Supporting the achievement of equity targets in staff profiles, allocation of funding support for researchers and providing leadership in the transformation of the institutional culture.

Closing date: 05 July 2026

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• The Executive Director will lead the strategic management, development and optimisation of UCT’s extensive and diverse multi-site property and infrastructure portfolio. The role is responsible for ensuring that the University’s physical assets, facilities, services and infrastructure are effectively planned, developed, maintained and leveraged to support excellence in teaching, learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and social responsiveness, while advancing environmental sustainability, operational effectiveness and long-term institutional resilience.
• The successful candidate will provide leadership across all functions relating to property and infrastructure management, including capital development projects, property portfolio management, facilities and custodial services, maintenance, transport, safety, security, space planning and campus development. The Executive Director will also play a key role in identifying opportunities to optimise asset value, supporting strategic partnerships, advancing precinct development and contributing to sustainable revenue diversification and the longterm sustainability of the University.

Requirements for the position:

• Education in Engineering, the Built Environment, Property Studies, Commerce or a related discipline.
• A Master's degree.
• Professional registration with a relevant statutory or professional body where applicable (for example ECSA, SACAP, SACQSP, SAPOA, SAFMA or equivalent recognised professional bodies).
• At least ten (10) years' relevant experience in a senior or executive leadership role within a large, complex multi-site real estate, property, infrastructure or built-environment organisation.
• Experience in and a sound understanding of safety, security and facilities management, including the application of relevant technologies and innovative systems to enhance operational effectiveness, risk management and service delivery.
• Experience in developing, implementing and maintaining integrated and sustainable spatial frameworks for large-scale urban precincts (a knowledge of campus planning and design would be advantageous)
• Experience in managing a portfolio of property assets at both strategic and operational levels
• Experience in safety, security and facilities management, including the application of relevant technologies, integrated management systems and innovative solutions to enhance operational effectiveness, risk management and service delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and transform a large, complex and multidisciplinary department through effective organisational, people and change leadership, including the leadership and development of senior managers and professional teams, while fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, innovation, collaboration and service excellence.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including strategic thinking, vision, critical analysis, creativity, accountability, integrity, sound judgement and the ability to build and sustain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education environment will be advantageous.

Closing date: 05 July 2026