Vacancies at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

JOB PURPOSE: 

• To provide the University of Pretoria's staff with world-class workstation support, ensuring business continuity and the smooth operation of all workstations.
• This includes delivering fast, efficient, and state-of-the-art solutions to problems related to workstations, peripherals, and telephony.
• The role also requires contributing to and participating in various projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Problem solving of end-user device software:
• Maintain the standardised software on the end-user devices of staff and postgraduate students (client);
• Update end-user device software;
• Troubleshoot and solve problems on end-user devices;
• Identify technical issues based on users’ service requests;
• Install end-user device software;
• Sanitise end-user devices for redeployment or write-off;
• Provide remote or in-person support as required;
• Adhere to cybersecurity guidelines;

Problem solving of end-user device hardware:

• Identify technical issues based on user’s service requests;
• Ensure the good working condition of hardware;
• Resolve problems regarding end-user hardware;
• Install peripherals and troubleshoot interconnectivity and functionality;
• Escalate relevant problems to the preferred vendors; 

Problem solving of infrastructure:

• Identify technical issues based on users’ service requests, and create and maintain user profiles on the workstation;
• Ensure the good working condition of telephony and related equipment;
• Determine the source of network problems;
• Replace broken fly leads, and provide technical support in terms of workstation hardware administration;
• Escalate problems to ITS Infrastructure or vendors when required;

Communication and teamwork:

• Liaise with team members and adhere to the team effort within ITS;
• Provide feedback on issues regarding incidents, changes, or configuration changes;
• Liaise with the relevant stakeholders involved in the handling of the incidents;
• Communicate to management when a discrepancy in the current standard offered and the user requirements arises;
• Report back on new technology being used or requested by the end users;

Incident and request management:

• Attend to service requests on the Enterprise Service Management (ESM) platform;
• Assist with audio-visual connectivity for non-teaching venues when required;
• Diagnose and resolve service requests, and escalate the request to the relevant team when a solution is not available;
• Monitor service request completion, and keep the end user apprised of status;
• Update the Service Request on the EMS platform throughout the process;
• Document the solution and close out the service request upon completion;
• Adhere to the technical support policies, procedures and processes, to meet customer needs;
• Maintain adherence to all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs);

Research and documentation:

• Develop methodologies which can be documented and shared;
• Find technical solutions often not clearly set out in technical sources;
• Document procedures, processes, and configurations of software and hardware.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant three-year National Diploma, with Three years’ experience in:
• End-user device support in an enterprise network environment;
• Hardware and software troubleshooting and setup; 
• Microsoft operating systems;
• A valid driver’s license;
• ITIL 4 Foundation;
• A+, N+, and Microsoft 365 certification;
• OR
• Grade 12 certificate, with Five years’ experience in:
• End-user device support in an enterprise network environment;
• Hardware and software troubleshooting and setup; 
• Microsoft operating systems;
• A valid driver’s license;
• ITIL 4 Foundation;
• A+, N+, and Microsoft 365 certification.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Knowledge:

• IT infrastructure (servers, networks, etc);
• Workstation technologies;
• Workstation applications;
• IT service management;
• Technical competencies:
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot workstation applications;
• Computer literate;
• Workstation hardware troubleshooting;
• Remote IT support;
• Workstation peripherals;

Behavioural competencies:

Ability to:

• Identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues;
• Develop plans to achieve work operations and objectives, organise and assign work to utilise resources efficiently, as well as design strategic plans, organisational structures and systems that achieve legislative or mission driven goals;
• Analyse and integrate a variety of internal and external information sources—including financial, economic, and technical data—to identify issues, trends, and opportunities that support the organization’s long-range goals and vision;
• Actively participate as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients or customers by listening to the client/customer and understanding and responding to identified needs;
• Follow instructions through a standard work process, perform routine tasks, and check work for accuracy before completion of tasks;
• Facilitate the flow of work for a process or procedure and the knowledge of appropriate procedures for collecting and reviewing information. Monitor or regulate those procedures, tasks, or activities;
• Develop, build, and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with others to encourage communication, foster teamwork, and achieve the goals of the work unit;
• Review and analyse information from diverse sources to develop new insights and identify primary and secondary authorities to validate research findings;
• Communicate information clearly and concisely to individuals or groups—both verbally and in writing—by delivering presentations tailored to the audience’s needs, ensuring understanding of the message, and actively listening and responding appropriately to others;
• Maintain social, ethical, and organizational norms as well as firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles;
• Develop and implement efficient, cost-effective strategies to integrate new technologies into the workplace, enhance decision-making, and assess the impact of technological change on the organization; 
• Act to improve existing conditions and processes, as well as use appropriate methods to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure impact;
• Work effectively with others, outside the line of formal authority, accomplish organization goals as well as identify and resolve problems;
• Accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely;
• Reliably ensure the timely completion of projects by monitoring programs and activities, and taking corrective action when necessary;
• Knowledge of appropriate procedures for using, and ability to use specific equipment or machines to meet defined quality and quantity standards;
• In possession of a designated level of technical skill or knowledge in a specific technical area(s) and keep up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A relevant Bachelor or B.Tech degree;
• Work experience in the following (Three years with a National Diploma, or five years with Grade 12):
• The broader IT field end-user device;
• A higher education environment;
• Linux and macOS operating systems;
• First line support.

CLOSING DATE: 20 November 2025

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Provide strategic leadership on the projects and programmes of the Centre for Human Rights, to enhance and advance human rights in Africa and globally; 
• Provide managerial oversight, lead fundraising and enhance partnerships of the Centre; 
• Maintain and ensure the financial sustainability of the Centre; 
• Provide intellectual leadership to Centre projects; 
• Ensure a transformative and inclusive institutional culture in the Centre; 
• Provide strategic leadership to frame and implement the Centre’s research agenda; 
• Conduct and publish research outputs in line with Faculty policy; 
• Provide strategic guidance on Centre publications; Represent the Centre in high-profile events; 
• Maintain and forge further collaborations with the African Union human rights system; Scope and forge new partnerships in furtherance of the mission of the Centre; Represent the Centre in international fora; 
• Promote African and global research partnerships and collaborations; 
• Responsible for human resource management and related activities; 
• Provide leadership to the Centre’s academic programmes; 
• Teach on the Centre’s post-graduate academic programmes, and human rights short courses; 
• Supervise master’s and doctoral candidates and postdoctoral fellows. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• The candidate must possess the requisite qualifications and experience to be eligible for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor in the Centre for Human Rights at the University of Pretoria, the assessment of which is based on several factors, including excellence in teaching, extensive, impactful research and postgraduate supervision, community engagement, academic administration and academic citizenship. 

Associate Professor: 

• A doctorate in Human Rights law or a related field; 
• 6 years’ tertiary teaching or vocational experience, or 8 years’ post-qualification experience in the legal profession or related field, or a proportionate combination of the aforementioned experience;
• Evidence of a successful teaching practice, teaching excellence and compliance with applicable Faculty and University performance standards on teaching;
• Substantial experience in curriculum development and curriculum transformation;
• 12 accredited or peer-reviewed publication outputs, of which at least 6 must be sole-authored;
• 6 Conference papers delivered at conferences, of which 2 must be international;
• An NRF research rating, or a positive substantive peer review support, or other proof of academic standing, indicating local and some recognition in the field of expertise;
• Successful master’s supervision of at least 2 research master’s or 4 coursework master’s mini-dissertations; 
• Strong record of academic and/or legal administration and academic citizenship. This could include the following:
• Participation in departmental/Faculty/ University committees;
• Journal review and editing;
• Serving as external moderator or reviewer for other academic and non-academic institutions;
• Guest lectures at other academic and non-academic institutions;
• Any other engagements and activities which may broadly demonstrate academic leadership and citizenship

Professor:

• A doctorate in Human Rights law or a related field; 
• 8 years’ tertiary or vocational teaching experience, or 10 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in the legal profession or related field, or a proportionate combination of the aforementioned experience;
• Evidence of a successful teaching practice, teaching excellence and compliance with applicable Faculty and University performance standards on Teaching;
• Extensive Experience in curriculum development and curriculum transformation;
• 25 accredited or peer-reviewed publication outputs of which at least 12 must be sole-authored;
• 8 Conference papers delivered at conferences, of which 4 must be international;
• An NRF research rating, or a positive substantive peer review support, or other proof of academic standing, indicating local and international recognition in the field of expertise, is recommended;
• Evidence of at least 1 completed successful doctoral supervision or co-supervision, successful master’s supervision of at least 3 research master’s or 7 coursework master’s mini-dissertations, unless there are subject-specific factors that require deviation;
• Extensive record of academic and/or legal administration and academic citizenship. This could include the following:
• Participation in departmental/Faculty/University committees;
• Journal review and editing;
• Serving as external moderator or reviewer for other academic and non-academic institutions;
• Guest lectures at other academic and non-academic institutions;
• Any other engagements and activities which may broadly demonstrate academic leadership and citizenship.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Academic research and writing; 
• Project planning and proposal writing; 
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders; 
• Fundraising and competence in the management of these funds; 
• Knowledge of human rights in Africa; 
• Proven competence and experience in project planning and proposal writing; 
• Appropriate Language skills; 
• Communication skills; 
• Proven strategic leadership skills; 
• Interpersonal skills; 
• Ability to resolve conflict. 

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: 

Associate Professor: 

• where possible, evidence of completed successful doctoral supervision or co-supervision will be a strong recommendation unless there are subject-specific factors that require deviation;
• Other indicators of the quality and impact of the candidate’s research, which will contribute significantly to the candidate’s advantage, include (but are not limited to): Prestigious scholarly awards, fellowships and research collaborations; contribution to educational material in the field; citation by courts; membership of national and international academic bodies and invitations to present keynote lectures;
• Evidence of community and public engagement being embedded in the candidate's research and/or teaching will be a strong recommendation;
• 3 years of management experience (after doctorate);
• Proven experience and competence in successfully raising funds and managing funds;
• Experience in liaison with internal and external stakeholders, particularly within Africa;
• Competency in any of the AU languages (i.e., French, Arabic, Swahili, Portuguese). 

Professor:

• Other indicators of the quality and impact which will contribute significantly to the candidate’s advantage include (but are not limited to): Prestigious scholarly awards, fellowships and research collaborations; contribution to educational material in the field; citation by courts; membership of national and international academic bodies and invitations to present keynote lectures;
• Evidence of community and public engagement being embedded in the candidate's research and/or teaching will be a recommendation;
• 3 years of management experience (after doctorate); 
• Proven experience and competence in successfully raising funds and managing funds; 
• Experience in liaison with internal and external stakeholders, particularly within Africa;
• Preferably a suitable NRF research rating or other evidence of international standing; 
• Competency in any of the AU languages (i.e., French, Arabic, Swahili, Portuguese). 

CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2025

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Internship placements

• Build and maintain networks with partners to facilitate internship placements across Africa;
• Collaborate with the Career Services Division at UP and the African Careers Network (ACN) to prepare Scholars for the workplace;
• Track and evaluate internship progress and support debriefing sessions;
• Organise career readiness sessions and career days focused on employability and the future of work. 

Community Engagement

• Promote Scholar-led community outreach and give-back initiatives aligned with Program values;
• Support Scholars in conceptualising and implementing impactful community projects;
• Develop and maintain partnerships to facilitate community engagement opportunities;
• Assist with communication and reporting of community activities.

Alumni Tracking and Support

• Track and support Alumni through surveys and engagement initiatives;
• Facilitate collaboration and mentorship between current Scholars and Alumni;
• Coordinate entrepreneurial and professional development opportunities for Alumni.

Leadership Training and Governance Support

• Organise leadership development workshops and Scholars’ Council activities.
• Act as liaison between Scholars and the Program Team.
• Support Scholars’ governance representatives with the implementation of planned activities.

Entrepreneurship Coordination

• Coordinate the MCFSP entrepreneurship programme for Scholars and Alumni;
• Facilitate training, business plan development, and pitch sessions;
• Liaise with stakeholders and finance to manage entrepreneurship fund disbursements;
• Showcase success stories and promote entrepreneurial leadership among Scholars.
• Helping participants with the implementation on the 6 months plan to ensure the appropriate use of funds.

Reporting and Administration

• Prepare monthly and biannual progress reports.
• Manage logistical and financial processes related to engagement and entrepreneurship activities;
• Participate actively in MCFSP team meetings and events.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship; and

At least three years of relevant work experience in:

• Working with students at a tertiary institution;
• Experience as a tutor, mentor, or student counsellor; and
• Project management.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of the university environment and student success initiatives;
• Strong entrepreneurship and project management skills;
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (including Excel) and report writing;
• A responsible, goal-oriented and positive attitude with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders;
• Leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Self-control and drive;
• Meticulous and responsible attitude.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• At least two years of experience managing an externally funded project; and
• A valid driver’s licence.

CLOSING DATE:  30 November 2025

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Preparation of management accounts, financial reports and budgets
• Supporting the Deputy Director with overseeing the financial management of TuksSport units andclubs,
• Strategic and operational management of all Asset Management activities within TuksSport,
• Providing financial advisory support to TuksSport units and clubs,
• Providing strategic inputs on commercialization of sports opportunities,
• Assist the TuksSport Directorate in the development and execution of sponsorship and fundraising strategies and proposals,
• Assist the Deputy Director with ensuring TuksSport complies with the University of Pretoria's financial policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management Accounting/Accounting/Finance/CIMA Advanced Diploma inManagement Accounting
• Four years of experience in the following areas:
• Financial Management
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting and analysis
• Human resources management
• Asset Management
• Valid driver’s license

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Expert management accounting knowledge;
• Expert financial management skills;
• Expert budgeting skills;
• Expert financial reporting skills;
• Advanced financial administration knowledge;
• Advanced finance and accounting systems knowledge ;
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills;
• Proficient knowledge of relevant tax legislation;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Computer literacy in MS-Office packages

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Post Graduate Diploma/Degree in Management Accounting or related field
• Certification in financial modelling

CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2025