VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (VUT) EXTERNAL VACANCY DIVISION: Registrar DEPARTMENT: Governance & Legal Services POST: 1 X Member of University Council and Various Specialists to Serve in Committees of Council POST No: PEROMNES GRADE: VISION To be An African University that leads in quality teaching and learning, informed by research and driven by innovation and technology. MISSION To produce employable and entrepreneurial graduates who make an impact in society. The Vaal University of Technology was established in 1966. It has grown in stature and size as a Higher Education Institution, drawing students from all over the country and the continent. It is one of the largest residential Universities of Technology (UoTs) situated in southern Gauteng with approximately 20 000 students. The rich heritage of the region and the presence of metal, steel, engineering and telecommunication companies provide support for the University to achieve its vision and mission and for VUT graduates to become fully-rounded global citizens. This position enables VUT to make substantial contributions to the development of human capital in the region, the country and the continent. The Vaal University of Technology operates from its main campus in Vanderbijlpark. The University has repositioned itself to support government initiatives within the southern Gauteng region through the establishment of the VUT Southern Gauteng Science and Technology Park, based in Sebokeng. The institution offers apposite academic programmes through its four faculties, namely: Engineering and Technology, Applied and Computer Sciences, Human Sciences and Management Sciences. The VUT Council governs the University in accordance with the Higher Education Act (101 of 1997 as amended) and the Institutional Statute. The Council protects institutional autonomy of the University and the academic freedom of its employees while upholding public accountability. Recruitment of Council Member and Various Specialist to Serve in Committees of Council The Vaal University of Technology is in the process of recruiting suitably qualified and appropriately experienced individuals, with the necessary stature and standing in the community, to fill positions on the Council of the University as outlined in its Statute. The Council positions being considered in this advertisement are the following: Persons who are not employees or students of the University, to be considered by reason of their special knowledge or expertise, representing appropriate sectors and professions and with a broad range of competencies in fields such as, but not limited to legal, auditing and chartered accountancy, taking into account considerations of equity and diversity. Council members and the specialist will, jointly and severally, be responsible to: • Set the strategic direction and long-range vision for the University in accordance with the Act and the University Statute; • Restore and maintain public confidence in the University and ensure stakeholder trust; • Perform both common law duties and fiduciary duties as prescribed in the Statute; • Establish and maintain high standards of academic conduct and promote a positive culture in the institution; • Apply probity and independent judgement on reports and submissions by management; • Support the Vice-Chancellor and Principal and his/her management team towards promoting success of the University. APPLICATION CRITERIA: Qualification and Experience: • An appropriate qualification in any of the areas listed (legal, auditing and chartered accountancy) • At least 10 years working experience as well as board/council membership experience. • Membership of a professional body will be an added advantage. Essential Skills and Competencies: • A demonstrable commitment to higher education and understanding of students and their needs; • The ability to work effectively with the executive management: to challenge, support and hold the executive management to account for the delivery of the corporate strategy; • The capacity to understand the organisational and governance issues facing VUT and the skills required to analyse, interrogate and scrutinise performance data; • Demonstrable experience of contributing constructively to collective decision-making processes, respecting and listening to others and earning the respect of colleagues; • A personal commitment to good governance, ethics, integrity and of upholding the recognised principles of public life and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: 12 Months Period Remuneration: • Council members are paid session fees in accordance with University policy. • Council members are eligible to claim travel expenses at rates set by VUT. Time commitment: • A minimum of 16 days per year (including reading and preparation time for meetings and attendance at training). • Council members also serve on one or more of the Council Committees. • There is a minimum of four Council meetings a year, often with one or two Council workshops per year. Development and appraisal: • An induction programme will be provided upon appointment. • Members are also be expected to participate in a development programme and to take part in Council appraisal processes. Standards of conduct: • Each Council member will be expected to demonstrate high standards of professional and personal conduct. • The successful candidates must also subscribe to the VUT Code of Conduct for Council Members. Vetting and conflict of interest: • All applicants will undergo a vetting process, due diligence and probity checks. • All applicants will be expected to declare any potential or actual conflicts of interest up front. Closing data for applications: 26 April 2024 Applications should include: 1. A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the abovementioned fields) 2. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates/degrees 3. Certified copy of ID 4. Current contact information of referees 5. Please email applications to Council.recruitment@vut.ac.za and the post in the subject line. 6. No manual applications will be accepted. 7. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from VUT within 3 months, deem your application as unsuccessful. Enquiries may be directed to: Council.recruitment@vut.ac.za Please Note: The application must be accompanied by a CV, identity document and ORIGINAL certified copies (not older than 3 months) of educational qualifications. Submission of such copies entitles Vaal University of Technology to authenticate the qualifications without any further consent from the applicant. Candidates with foreign qualifications must also submit the South African equivalent of the qualification. These qualifications are evaluated by SAQA. Vaal University of Technology is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, which is committed to the implementation of its employment equity plan. Therefore, people from designated groups are encouraged to apply. If you are not contacted within three weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY DIVISION: Faculty of Human Sciences DEPARTMENT: Tourism and Integrated Communication POST: 2X NGAP Lecturers -Ecotourism Management POST NO: 9022 & 9026 PEROMNES GRADE: 08 JOB DESCRIPTION: Key performance areas include but not limited to: • Academic leadership – Teach and assess students at undergraduate/postgraduate levels. • Complete a PhD within the nGap framework of 6 years. • Research – Undertake post-graduate research in field of specialisation, provide accredited research outputs and undertake post graduate supervision and examination. • Develop curriculum in applicable field of specialisation, influence the development, maintenance and control in field of specialisation. • Industry relationship building – Liaise with industry including consultation work/collaborative research and plan. • Community engagement – Participate in community flagship programme/projects. • Internal process – Conduct ad-hoc duties as assigned by the line-manager. APPLICATION CRITERIA: Qualification and Experience: • A completed Master’s with a pass mark of 70% in the following fields of specialisation: Ecotourism Management, Biological/Ecological Science, Botany, Zoology or a Nature Conservation qualification. Please attach proof of Masters results. • Minimum of one (1) year teaching, learning, industrial or practice experience. • Relevant research experience will be a recommendation. • The candidate should be a South African citizen below the age of 40. • Disabled candidates will not be excluded. Skills and Competencies: • Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent teaching skills, planning and organising skills, conceptual skills, analytical ability, interpersonal skills and problem solving skills. The candidate should be familiar with Biology, Ecology, Nature conservation as well as Ecotourism Management principles. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 April 2024 Applications should include: 1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.vut.ac.za 2. A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields) 3. Certified copies of all qualifications. 4. Certified copy of ID 5. Current contact information of referees 6. Please email applications to recruitment3@vut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line. 7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the application form and required documents will be disregarded. 8. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered. 9. Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. If you don’t hear from VUT within 3 months deem your application as unsuccessful. Enquiries may be directed to: HR Practitioner: Ms Angie Moeti, Tel 016 950 9452 / email address: angie@vut.ac.za HR Practitioner: Ms Glenda Dibakwana, Tel 016 950 6767 / email address: glendad@vut.ac.za Please Note: Submission of such copies entitles Vaal University of Technology to authenticate the qualifications without any further consent from the applicant. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA certificate of evaluation. Vaal University of Technology is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, which is committed to the implementation of its employment equity plan. People from designated groups are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment By applying for this position, you give permission to share your information with the selection panel or the relevant people involved in the recruitment process.
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