DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT)
INTERNAL APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS Faculty of Arts & Design - Faculty Office Faculty Administrative Assistant – Contract (April 2023 to December 2023) Ref: M305 Minimum Requirements: • National Diploma in Office Management and Technology or equivalent. • Three years’ experience in an administrative environment of which at least one year experience in student administration at a recognized tertiary institution including evidence of office administration and data capturing. Additional Recommendations:- • Have excellent front desk communication skills and people relations. • Ability to work under pressure. • Ability to work independently as well as part of the team. • Ability to interact well with people. • Ability to plan, organise and prioritise. • Ability to maintain confidentiality. • Experience in the use of Integrated Tertiary Software system (ITS – student system). • Knowledge of PeopleSoft (ERP) • Experience in the use of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, and internet. Summary of Duties:- To support Faculty Officer in the implementation of policies, procedures and systems by assisting with the smooth running of the administrative functions of the Faculty Office in respect of student admissions, registration, student records, examination, graduation processing and committee administration which includes, but not limited to the following: • Register new and returning students. • Maintain records of both active and non-active students. • Implement registration corrections and updates. • Respond to enquiries (telephonic/counter etc.). • Retrieve archived data for the issue of lost certificates. • Process examination appeals and communicates examination results. • Responsible for data capture. • Liaising with academic departments. • Graduation processing. • Validation and correction of student data. • Any other duties as delegated by the Faculty Officer and the Executive Dean. Salary: Grade 12: R189 912 (min) – R306 408 (max) per annum Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Contract Applications should include:
Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: Careers@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 28 April 2023 “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy.” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Advert: International Education Programmes Assistant Full Time Contract: 1 Year: To begin 1 May 2023 The International Education and Partnerships Directorate at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) drives internationalisation including internationalisation of the curriculum at DUT. This includes international special projects that contribute to the academic project of the university. REPORTS TO: Manager: International Education and Partnerships JOB OVERVIEW: The role of the International Education Programmes Assistant in the International Education and Partnerships Directorate at DUT includes providing support for the development of international education programmes. In addition, the incumbent will work together with IEP staff to provide support for internationalization initiatives at DUT. The duties to this role pertain to: • Providing general administrative assistance to the IEP • Administrative assistance for international partnerships, e.g, the processing of international MOU’s and the upkeep of the international MOU database. • Assisting in the design and delivery of international short learning programmes. • Providing general administrative support to the IEP COIL Lab and COIL team • Assisting in the administrative duties for study abroad and exchange students • Assisting in the liaison with other DUT departments in the administrative duties for international full degree seeking students • Responding to enquiries from international students seeking to study at DUT • Responding to enquiries from DUT registered international students • Providing support to IEP staff in setting up of meetings for internationalisation activities. • Taking of minutes and meeting records of meetings hosted by the IEP • Deal with travel arrangements, accommodation for conference or virtual for the Directorate and also processing claim for different staff members for conference, events, etc • Assisting in the maintenance of the IEP shared Drive • Assist with IEP functions e.g. booking of venues, catering arrangements, audio visual bookings, WIFI bookings, ensuring conduit covers events; • Assisting in the Development and maintenance of the IEP MOU database. • Providing administrative support to IEP staff in liaison with other DUT division, e.g., the Design Unit, or DUT Transport. • Providing assistance in finance and procurement activities of the IEP, e.g. Sourcing quotations, collating quotations and assisting with the submission of requisitions. • General duties requested by Management of IEP. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED TO FILL THE POSITION: - Minimum: An undergraduate qualification, preferably in Communications, Education, or Business. - Recommended: Honours level degree in Communications, Education or Business. SKILLS REQUIRED TO FILL THE POSITION: - Excellent Communication skills - Excellent Organisational skills - Project Administration experience - Experience in MS Suite - Experience in virtual meeting platforms Applications to be sent to: DiviniaJ@dut.ac.za Closing date: 21 April 2023
DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION Vacant Position : SETA ADMIN INTERNAL/EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDERMENTIONED POST. Minimum Requirement: M+ 3 years Business administration/IT related qualification 3 years of experience in a SETA assistant 3 years of experience in a tertiary environment Additional Recommendations: Sound knowledge of relevant administrative systems Computer proficiency in MS Office and other related software Sound knowledge of OLUMS Proficiency in English and communication skills – verbal/written Be a team player Excellent at organisation skills and attention to details Excellent problem solving and decision making Excellent at customer service delivery Experience with documentation for accreditation. Summary of Duties: As part of the Departmental, provides an administrative service to the HOD, staff, students as well as industry partners regarding the following: •OLUMS internal staff and students •OLUMS industry partners •Administrative Support •Process deliverables as per SETA requirement •Maintain Records on OLUMS •Process student stipends •Efficiently manages telephonic/counter enquiries •Responds efficiently and promptly to all queries/requests for delivery, whether written, verbal or telephonic. •As the frontline representative of the department/programme, promotes the image of the department. •Maintains sound relationships with staff, colleagues and students and contributes to team effort and ensures personal and professional self-development: •Any other duties as assigned to by the line manager or representative as delegated. Position status: Temporary {12 Months} Publication: Internal/External To Apply: Please send your CV, copies of ID and Qualifications to Ms Shireen Singh – Email: Singh_S@dut.ac.za Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Please quote “Seta Admin” in the e-Mail subject line. Closing date: 21 April 2023 “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be in terms of the University’s equity policy” “The University reserves the right not to appoint”
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by several double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Human Capital Services Post: Talent Sourcing Specialist X2 (Ref: HR32 and HR:33) Looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in academia? We are on a mission to find a specialist with great intuition and matching skills that knows how to find top talent with the right behaviours to drive the university forward. Minimum Requirements: • NQF Level 7 qualification in Human Resources Management or Organisational/Industrial Psychology Advanced proficiency in MS Office. • 7 years’ experience in human resource management including the sourcing and selection of employees across all levels of the organisation. • Demonstrated ability to attract suitable talent through a strong employee value proposition and other sourcing strategies. • Experience in selection and assessment tools. • Knowledge of Human Resources / Recruitment Management Systems. • Proficient in MS office suite, particularly MS Word and Excel Purpose The main purpose of the Talent Acquisition specialist is to facilitate the effective acquisition of staff for DUT through identifying and recruiting talented individuals that fit within the organisational culture. Summary of Duties: • Source, select and hire top talent that is right fit for DUT. • Review and identify applicant sourcing tools, applications and methodologies to ensure optimum reach of potential candidates. • Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to promote DUT as an employer of choice at external events, fairs, seminars etc. • Draft and update job advertisements in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders ensuring that all job advertisements are aligned to the job requirements. • Publish job advertisements in accordance with the DUT recruitment protocol. Follow-up that the DUT website and recruitment system reflect open vacancies. • Consolidate and track applicants received. • Screen and process applicants in terms of DUT’s recruitment policy. Check adherence to closing dates and minimum criteria / requirements. • Co-ordinate the completion of recruitment related tests / assessments. • Check the availability of competency-based interview guides and if required, develop such guides in collaboration with the relevant subject matter experts / Line Managers • Prepare and distribute interview guides to the relevant parties involved in the interview process. • Process relevant administration and update system on the outcome of the interviewing process. • Manage the recruitment Administration. • Report on the implementation of the sourcing plan, number of applicants received, vacancies filled, appointments made and the identification of hard to fill vacancies. • Provide guidance to relevant internal stakeholders and assist with the up skilling of line managers in competency-based interviewing and any other relevant selection tools. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Operations Post: Microsoft Specialist (Ref: C540) Minimum Requirements: • NQF Level 6 in ICT or Electronic Engineering plus MCSE • 5 – 8 years’ relevant ICT experience within the Microsoft environments • Backup, Server and Operations • Microsoft Applications • Project Management • Licensing Requirements Summary of Duties: • The need for the development of a control system is identified during operational execution. • Receive a request for the development of a control system and analyse to determine the requirements the control system. • Determine dependencies, inter-dependencies, and co-dependencies to other control systems. • Consult audit findings, where applicable, to determine procedural problems or risk areas. • Conduct the necessary working groups with the relevant role players to obtain inputs into the draft control system. • Implement the control system in accordance with Institutional policies and procedures. • Upload the control system onto the control system database for utilisation by the relevant role players. • Receive a request for the development of a solution and analyse to determine the nature of the functionality. • Conduct an impact study to determine the possible effect on the current- and associated systems. • Obtain approval for the development of the functionality and the necessary acquisitions. • Compile a functional specification in accordance with the URS • Develop the functionality/solution in accordance with the functional specification. • Receive and analyse a request to determine the nature and extent of the support to be provided. • Escalate the problem to the relevant role players for a solution. • Ensure that escalated problems are resolved within the allocated time frame. • Test the solution to ensure that the diagnosed problem is resolved. • Manages relationships with, and regularly assesses needs and views of core customers in the DUT in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services specifically in the following: • Ensures efficient up to date and continuous Desktop support service to all DUT Users • Determines user needs and responds promptly and appropriately, referring when necessary. • Manages all aspects of users’ hardware and software requirements. • Provides advice and support to other sections of ICT and to DUT staff. • Service quality must be analysed in accordance with scheduled analysis activities. • Collect the data from the integrated management systems, • Distribute the report to the relevant role players and monitor for rectification of problem areas Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. ICTS: Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Operations Post: ERP Specialist (Ref: C539) Minimum Requirements: • An NQF Level 7 qualification in Information Technology, or Computer Science, or Software development. An equivalent qualification in ICT systems will be considered. • 3 years’ experience as an ERP Specialist • 2 years’ experience in business analysis • In-depth knowledge of ERP development tools • Coding languages, and business processes. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Business and needs analysis. • Certification in ERP systems and applications. Summary of Duties: • Receive a request for functionality and analyse to determine the type of requirement. • Schedule a meeting/workshop to compile the business needs. • Facilitate the meeting/workshop in accordance with the business requirements inclusive of all relevant role players. • Analyse the impact of the possible implementation of functionality to ensure that system inter-dependence is considered. • Check the current status of systems, applications, licenses and skills to determine future requirements in terms of scalability and capacity. • Monitor the systems to determine the performance statistics. • Analyse the future requirements to determine capacity requirements. • Distribute the approved optimisation plan to the relevant role players for implementation purposes. • Implement the optimisation plan to ensure optimal performance. • Receive and analyse a request for the development of script to determine the nature of the functionality. • Liase with the users to determine the exact needs and to compile a first draft URS. • Conduct an impact study to determine the possible effect on the current- and associated systems. • Test the script to ensure that it conforms to the functional specification. • Receive and analyse a request to determine the nature and extent of the support to be provided. • Escalate the problem to the best possible person for resolution. • Ensure that escalated problems are resolved within the allocated time frame. • Submit the resolution document to the document management system for future reference purposes. • Provide feedback to the relevant role players. • Receive and analyse a request for the development of functionality to determine the nature of the functionality. • Obtain approval for the development of the functionality and the necessary acquisitions. • Modify the functionality where necessary taking into consideration the impact on the system. • ERP solution installation is required in accordance with upgrades on the current systems. • Receive a request for the installation of applications and systems and analyse to determine the nature and extent of the installation. • Submit the necessary change requests for the installation/implementation indicating actions and dates. • Supervise/conduct the installation/implementation process in accordance with the implementation plan. • A request to conduct business analysis is received and is analysed to determine the nature and extent of the analysis. • The goals and purpose of the business analysis are defined. • A project is launched for the implementation of the business case. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Operations Post: MS Cloud Storage Specialist (Ref: C541) Minimum Requirements: • An NQF Level 7 qualification in ICT or Electronic Engineering with certification in Azure • 5 years’ experience in storage systems, plus • 3 years’ experience of Microsoft Azure • Cloud Development • Cloud life cycle management • Development Operations • CT cloud infrastructure Summary of Duties: • The need for the development of a control system is identified during operational execution, • Receive a request for the development of a control system and analyse to determine the requirements of the control system. • Review the company control systems to ensure alignment. • Consult audit findings, where applicable, to determine procedural problems. • Develop the final control system in accordance with the company standards and specifications. • Obtain approval for the control system in accordance with the delegation of authority. • Implement the control system in accordance with Institutional policies and procedures. • Consult the ICTS strategy, roadmap, and relevant role players to determine the MS Cloud requirements. • Develop the MS Cloud blueprint as architecture baseline. • Consult with the relevant role players on the blueprint to ensure that all storage requirements are met. • Check the current status of systems, applications, licenses and skills to determine capacity requirements. • Planning, installation, and configuration of multi cloud storage facilities and services. • Researching new cloud server/systems technologies. • Ensure integration of cloud storage security mechanisms with the DUT ICT security mechanisms. • Receive and analyse a request for the development of script to determine the nature of the functionality. • Conduct an impact study to determine the possible effect on the current- and associated systems. • Develop the script in accordance with the functional specification. • Test the script to ensure that it conforms to the functional specification. • Receive a request for the development of a cloud solution/functionality and analyse to determine the nature of the solution/functionality. • Implement the software configuration strategy aligned to the overall strategy and complete maintenance actions as required. • Receive and analyse a request to determine the nature and extent of the support to be provided. • Analyse the business plan to determine the applicable deliverables and targets. • Appraise performance at the end of the performance period in accordance with policies and procedures. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Real Estate Management- Infrastructure Projects Post: Project Coordinator (Ref: R244) Minimum Requirements: • National Diploma in QS/Civil Engineering/Project Management/ Building Advanced Certificate in Project Management • 5 years’ experience in QS/Civil Engineering/Project Management/ Building with Project Management experience • Communication • Leadership • Decision-making • Business acumen • Organization • Analytical Skills • Interpersonal Skills • Attention to Detail Summary of Duties: • Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information. • Break projects into doable actions and set timeframes. • Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope, and objectives. • Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management. • Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve. • Help prepare budgets. • Analyze risks and opportunities. • Oversee project procurement management. • Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise. • Work with the Project Manager and Project Specialist to eliminate blockers. • Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures. • Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g., contracts and terms of agreement). • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports. • Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests. • Attends to the scanning and printing of documents/drawings. • Files product literature and drawings • Assists with document management and controlling. • Assists with project contract management. • Review budgets, including staffing, work plans, and fee structures. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Real Estate Management- Infrastructure Projects Post: Project Specialist (Ref: R245) Minimum Requirements: • Degree: QS/Civil Engineering/Project Management/ Construction Management • 5 to 8 years’ experience in QS/Civil Engineering/Project Management/ Building/ Construction management • Communication. • Leadership • Decision-making • Business acumen • Organization • Negotiation skills • Strategy creation • Risk management • Analytical Skills • Interpersonal Skills • Attention to Detail Summary of Duties: • Provides project programs/plans/cash-flows plus Management Reports showing milestones & quality. • Acts as team leader on projects. • Co-ordinates duties and set targets for the various disciplines such as Quantity Surveyors, Engineers and Consultants. • Liaises with Contractors and construction staff on progress of work. • Inspects construction progress, quality materials, setting out of works and workmanship and issues site instruction orders. • Draws up work descriptions and construction-related specification of projects. • Checks that contractors are complying with the contract document. • Assists with the administration of progress payment certificates and signs invoices within prescribed limits. • Conducts post-project evaluation of service providers and reports to Project Manager. • Report to the Manager: Special Projects or other project managers as required. • Review budgets, including staffing, work plans, and fee structures. • Processes orders, payments, etc. • Attends/chairs site and progress meetings. • Attends to the scanning and printing of documents/drawings. • Files product literature and drawings Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Human Capital Services Post: Organisation Development (OD) Specialist (Ref: HR23) Minimum Requirements: • NQF Level 7 in Human Resources Management OR Industrial Psychology, OR related field • 5 years’ experience in organisational development & design, process mapping/design/re-engineering, • 3 years’ experience in the planning, co-ordination, and implementation of change management initiatives • Experience in organisational development, and design • Experience in organisational efficiency and process redesign • Experience in the implementation of change management models / frameworks across all organisational levels • Knowledge of Employee Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment legislation • Experience in measuring and promoting employee engagement. • Knowledge of Human Resources Systems and other people/project management software • Proficient in MS word and MS Excel (Advanced) • Advanced facilitation skills Summary of Duties: • Provide input into the OD strategy, framework, methodologies and operational plan. • Apply various Organisational diagnostic processes within Organisational design, workforce planning and business process mapping to identify opportunities to enhance Organisational efficiency. • Implement the various initiatives / processes contained in the OD plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. • Advise the Head OD and Talent Management of latest trends, methodologies and practices within OD and change management. • Review Organisational structures in collaboration with Line Managers in accordance with the agreed design architecture and principles. Recommend changes to structures, competency requirements and roles to the Head OD and Talent Management • Develop career path models to support the development of internal competencies and to promote the career aspirations of high potential individuals. • Facilitate change management initiatives in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. • Implement various change management approaches and methodologies as part of the change management process. • Complete business process mapping in collaboration with internal stakeholders. • Facilitate changes to create greater Organisational efficiency. • Review the successful adoption and application of revised processes. • Support the head of the department with the identification of opportunities to enhance understanding of and commitment to DUT’s values. • Monitor progress towards the achievement of the desired Organisational culture. • Identify opportunities to integrate Organisational values with current HR processes such as recruitment, on boarding, development, recognition, and reward. Collaborate with HCS Business Partner Specialists to facilitate such integration. • Initiate and conduct culture workshops and provide feedback to Line Managers regarding opportunities to promote adherence to the DUT values. • Assist with the planning and implementation of employee engagement surveys. • Facilitate feedback to stakeholders regarding the engagement levels of employees and assist with the identification of strategies and solutions to improve engagement levels in collaboration with HCS Business Partners, Specialists and Line Managers • Report on OD and change related projects / initiatives in accordance with DUT’s reporting requirements. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Human Capital Services Post: Transformation Specialist (Ref: HR30) Minimum Requirements: • A degree in Human Resources/Law/Business Management (NQF level 7) or equivalent is required AND Certificate in Labour Dispute Management/Labour Relations/Business Management. • 3 – 5 years’ experience in facilitating transformation and change. • Knowledge of HR policies & procedures. • Sound knowledge of employment practices in accordance with the latest legislation and SA Labour legislation and practices • Knowledge of labour legislation e.g., Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act etc. • In depth technical knowledge and application of the B-BBEE Codes and Sector Codes. Summary of Duties: • Coordinate the Employment Equity Plan Development Process. • Implement and maintain the Employment Equity (EE) monitoring and reporting tool. • Coordinate the implementation of employment equity and transformation processes/interventions. • Ensure statutory and other reporting and compliance. • Analyse business’ recruitment needs and identify strategies to recruit previously disadvantaged individuals. • Establish and coordinate (in conjunction with Training & Skills Facilitator) Employment Equity & Skills Development Committee (EE & SD Committee) to support employment equity through skills development. • Submit Employment Equity report to Line Manager / relevant authority for approval and manage the submission process. • Deal with comebacks and queries and make updates. • Implement the transformation and diversity programme to assist business to create a conducive working culture for all staff. • Analyse the Human Resource Strategy to determine the required deliverables. • Assess organisational readiness to change. • Take ownership of change process and conceptualise the process (i.e., what, who, design) • Ensure and maintain a record storage system. • Effectively store and track documents and reports. • Manage the Administration of the B-BBEE strategy. • Human Resources Coordination Experience, specifically in the employee relations/compliance/transformation/wellness functional area. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Human Capital Services Post: Employee Relations Specialist (Ref: HR21) Minimum Requirements: • A degree in Industrial Relations/Labour Law (NQF level 7) or equivalent is required AND Certificate in Labour Dispute Management or similar as accredited by the CCMA. • 5 -7 years’ experience in employee relations in a unionized environment. • Prior experienced in employee relations or industrial relations • Strong knowledge of HR policies & procedures • Sound knowledge of employment practices in accordance with the latest legislation and SA Labour legislation and practices • In depth knowledge of labour legislation e.g., Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act etc. • Strong employee relations focus, proven track record in dealing with Unions including negotiations on substantive employment issues. • Well-developed dispute resolution skills, including grievance handling disciplinary handling. • Extensive experience in handling cases at arbitration stage at the CCMA • Exposure to Labour Court proceedings • Well-developed competencies in policy development, legal research, and trial advocacy • Exposure to S189 consultation processes, in-house or CCMA facilitated. Summary of Duties: • Acts as a contact for employees and management on employee relations issues. • Guide HRBPs and / or Attorneys regarding employee relations matters • Facilitates the flow of information and assures that appropriate parties are kept up to date while maintaining the utmost confidentiality regarding employee relations activities. • Provides advice on a broad range of escalated employment issues including HR policy interpretation, disciplinary and Grievance processes, HR investigations, employee discipline and misconduct, and remediation of employment-related disputes. • Participates in conducting disciplinary meetings, warnings, and related documentation. • Facilitates internal investigations into employee allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, threats, violations to HR policies and other employment / legal matters. • Provides guidance on matters relating to all employment law matters. • Assesses compliance to all applicable labour legislation and give advice on corrective action. • Support management with the execution of compliance programs, internal audits, external audits relating to employment relations. • Provide advice to management in adhering to employment relations business objectives and costs by providing data, input, review, analysis, modeling, or other information and support. • Educate managers and staff on policies and procedures related to ER. • Facilitate the training managers on how to chair hearings and present cases at disciplinary and grievance hearings. Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that has been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. Human Capital Services Post: Remuneration Specialist X2 (Ref HR26 and HR27) Minimum Requirements: • NQF Level 8 in Human Resources OR Industrial Psychology OR related field. • Global Remuneration Professional Certification (GRP). • Professionally designated as Reward Specialist/Analyst by SARA (Preferred). • At least 5 to 7 years’ experience in Human Resources Environment. • At least 3 years in Remuneration and Benefits. • Knowledge of the operations of a university, or organisation with similar needs and constraints, and its environment • Strong planning, organising and delivering ability. • Pro-active and innovative problem solver. • Ability to liaise externally on a professional manner. • A high level of financial proficiency and discipline. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Ability to prepare and evaluate conceptual information. • Advanced knowledge of the interpretation of complex Remuneration data. • A sound understanding of legislation and processes that govern Remuneration and Benefits. Summary of Duties: • Implement and apply the principles of an integrated Total Rewards model for DUT across all remuneration platforms. • Apply the Total Rewards Strategy and Philosophy throughout remuneration platforms. • Provide input into the research of Remuneration and benefits policies, plans and market trends. • Partner with HR business partners to identify and propose total reward solutions to influence employee behaviour, to attract and retain. • Produce analytical reports with recommendations for Head of Remuneration and Benefits. • Manage and monitors implementation of remuneration policies, systems and procedures, making recommendations to senior management regarding same. • Monitor remuneration trends and market surveys. • Applies the pays scale across all salary changes. • Collaborate with assigned HCS business areas to ensure appropriate changes to remuneration are captured in the relevant systems. • Produce reports to support Head of Remuneration and Benefits presentations to the HCS Committee and relevant meetings/committees (Governance Structures). • Maintain an accurate and up to date database of job evaluation results and validated results. • Manages job evaluation and profiling process in accordance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements. • Complete and submit all relevant documentation and input to participate in identified salary surveys to determine prevailing pay rates and benefits. • Calculates the payment of incentives, rewards, salaries, and wages etc., as well as queries/problem resolution. • Conduct ad hoc as well as planned benchmarking exercises. • Compile the annual increase schedule for manager review. • Update and amend schedules as per management outcomes. • Prepare and distribute the annual increase letters. • Advises payroll of salary changes. • Manage and Administrate employee benefits (Medical Aid, Pension Fund and Group Life Assurance). Salary: Market related Contact Person: Miss. BZ Ngcobo Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Status of Position: Permanent Please complete an official application for employment form and send a detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for to: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za Kindly note: Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. Closing date: 21 April 2023 @ 16:00pm “While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University’s equity policy” The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under mentioned post. Advert is open to external candidates. Durban University of Technology (DUT) is located on the warm east coast of South Africa. It sprawls over seven (7) campuses in tropical and picturesque Durban, and in Pietermaritzburg, with its undulating hills that flow over from the Drakensberg Mountain. According to our ENVISION2030 strategy, DUT’s DNA has two strands, namely ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’. These are interwoven intrinsically by a number of double pairs consisting of ‘values and principles’ that bind our double-helix together. The extrinsic expression of our DNA is via The DUT-Way; which demonstrates our collective character and behaviour. The University’s ultimate goal is to contribute towards improving the lives and livelihoods of all its people, both internal and external. DUT consistently strives towards excellence and greatness in teaching-learning and in research-innovation; something that was been recognized recently when The Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings placed DUT within the top 500 of Universities in the world and within the top 5 universities in South Africa. The enactment of these internationally recognized strengths is demonstrated in our impactful engagement internally and externally in service of our localities, the region and the country at large. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION TECHNICAL SUPPORT POSTS · MIDLANDS LAB TECHNICIAN (TECHNOLOGY) (REF: IC31) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: •National Diploma with a Postgraduate in Civil Engineering, Bachelor's Degree or B Tech in Civil/ Mechanical· or Electrical Technology or associate field •Three (3) years Post Diploma experience in Civil/ Mechanical or Electrical Technology environment, or its equivalence with Two years (2) relevant Laboratory experience •An Honours or Higher Qualification will be an added advantage. ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS: •Preference will be given to candidates who can work in the THREE specified laboratories. •Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and liaise with external customers. •Must be familiar with the relevant safety requirements pertaining to Technology Laboratories •Knowledge of First Aid: level I will be an added advantage. SUMMARY OF DUTIES •Assists the Head of School in the implementation of policies, procedures and systems for effective running of laboratories. •Extensive knowledge of Civil/Electrical /Mechanical Technology. Ensure that the laboratories are maintained in a fully functional and safe condition. •Assist Academic staff in designing new practical experiments. •Sets up and assists Academic staff with student practicals when required. •Give technical advice to students. •Maintain laboratory equipment. •Maintain a stock register to control equipment and consumable usage. •Co-ordinate and place online requisitions for the purchase of consumables as required for all practical sessions and capital items as per DUT policy. •Supervise experiential training through mentoring. •Assists Head of School regarding the purchase of new equipment and formulation of departmental budgets. •Institute laboratory staff meetings on a regular basis to ensure effective running of the laboratories. •Good communication and laboratory management skills, Contact Person : Pirya Naidoo Contact Email : careers@dut.ac.za Status of Position : Permanent Salary : Market Related Applications should include: •A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers) •A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields) •Covering letter. •Certified copies of all academic records and certificates •Current contact information of referees •No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be disregarded. •Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description inthe subject line. CLOSING DATE: 18 APRIL 2023 Please note: “The University reserves the right not to appoint” or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only. DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided. DUT reserves the right to contact your referees or request additional referees. While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan, with specific consideration for Female candidates.
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