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DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT) VACANCIES
DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DUT)
DIRECTOR: DUT PRESS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
APPLY
Closing Date 28 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Teaching & Learning
Business Unit: Library Services
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Contract term: 5 years
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree in publishing or a related field (NQF Level 9)
Preferred Qualification
PhD
Experience
• 10 Years of higher education
• 5 years copyright/ library/ publishing experience
• 3 years leadership role
Key Responsibilities
• Contributes to the research, design, development and review of copyright policies, procedures and systems for the DUT Press on an ongoing basis in line with relevant legislation, national standards and international best practice
• Creates an integrated database of DUT authors’ intellectual property, e.g. books, journals articles, papers delivered, research undertaken, etc., comprising both past and present DUT staff
• Sets up in close liaison with the DVC: RIE and Director: Research on creating and maintaining an Institutional Repository, based on the integrated database, designed to more effectively manage and promote the intellectual property rights of the DUT and its structures
• Contributes to the design, implementation and management of appropriate practices and systems to ensure that the Institutional Repository concept is understood and utilized efficiently and effectively
• Markets and promotes the DUT’s published material nationally and internationally
• Establishes links with booksellers internationally to export authorized books, thereby generating income for the DUT
• Facilitates relationships with, and regularly assesses needs and views of core customers in the DUT/section in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services
• Provision of updated information on publications to all relevant stakeholders
• On-going meetings with DUT’ attorneys to ensure copyright information database is maintained up to date
• Ensures the timeous collection and dissemination of information between the DUT and relevant external bodies such as publishers, rights holders and DALRO
• Creates Awareness of DUT’s Publications Nationally and Internationally via networking and advertising
• Negotiates with Publishers, Rights Owners, Authors & Dalro (Dramatic Artistic Literary Rights Organization) on fees for rights of ownership/usage e.g. negotiates reasonable fees for the use of study materials from local and overseas publishers
• Communicates with DUT’s attorneys in making proposals for ownership of intellectual property of authors
• Sets objectives and clarifies roles for team members/ reporting staff in line with policies and procedures of Library function
• Ensures changes in policies and procedures are communicated to staff
• Manages performance of team members against agreed targets and makes appropriate interventions for development
• Identifies skills development requirements for team members and ensures appropriate training
• Manages HR functions for e.g. recruitment and formal discipline
• Budgets and manages all relevant internal and external resources to achieve agreed objectives with maximum efficiency
• Assumes responsibility for administration and control of publications funding
• Reports on budget as directed by Head of Library Services
• Promotes and supports income generating opportunities for the section/DUT
APPLY
DIRECTOR: DUT PRESS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
APPLY
Closing Date 28 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Teaching & Learning
Business Unit: Library Services
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Contract term: 5 years
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree in publishing or a related field (NQF Level 9)
Preferred Qualification
PhD
Experience
• 10 Years of higher education
• 5 years copyright/ library/ publishing experience
• 3 years leadership role
Key Responsibilities
• Contributes to the research, design, development and review of copyright policies, procedures and systems for the DUT Press on an ongoing basis in line with relevant legislation, national standards and international best practice
• Creates an integrated database of DUT authors’ intellectual property, e.g. books, journals articles, papers delivered, research undertaken, etc., comprising both past and present DUT staff
• Sets up in close liaison with the DVC: RIE and Director: Research on creating and maintaining an Institutional Repository, based on the integrated database, designed to more effectively manage and promote the intellectual property rights of the DUT and its structures
• Contributes to the design, implementation and management of appropriate practices and systems to ensure that the Institutional Repository concept is understood and utilized efficiently and effectively
• Markets and promotes the DUT’s published material nationally and internationally
• Establishes links with booksellers internationally to export authorized books, thereby generating income for the DUT
• Facilitates relationships with, and regularly assesses needs and views of core customers in the DUT/section in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services
• Provision of updated information on publications to all relevant stakeholders
• On-going meetings with DUT’ attorneys to ensure copyright information database is maintained up to date
• Ensures the timeous collection and dissemination of information between the DUT and relevant external bodies such as publishers, rights holders and DALRO
• Creates Awareness of DUT’s Publications Nationally and Internationally via networking and advertising
• Negotiates with Publishers, Rights Owners, Authors & Dalro (Dramatic Artistic Literary Rights Organization) on fees for rights of ownership/usage e.g. negotiates reasonable fees for the use of study materials from local and overseas publishers
• Communicates with DUT’s attorneys in making proposals for ownership of intellectual property of authors
• Sets objectives and clarifies roles for team members/ reporting staff in line with policies and procedures of Library function
• Ensures changes in policies and procedures are communicated to staff
• Manages performance of team members against agreed targets and makes appropriate interventions for development
• Identifies skills development requirements for team members and ensures appropriate training
• Manages HR functions for e.g. recruitment and formal discipline
• Budgets and manages all relevant internal and external resources to achieve agreed objectives with maximum efficiency
• Assumes responsibility for administration and control of publications funding
• Reports on budget as directed by Head of Library Services
• Promotes and supports income generating opportunities for the section/DUT
APPLY
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (POST REFERENCE NUMBER: 20001504)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 03 July 2025
Job Details
Division: Finance
Business Unit: CFO
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Finance
Job Description
DUT has approximately 33 000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.
The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.
DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT’s strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.
In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.
DUT has six Faculties, Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences and Arts & Design.
DUT is: ‘Creative. Distinctive. Impactful’
Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under mentioned post.
FINANCE
POST: FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (POST REFERENCE NUMBER: 20001504)
Minimum Requirements:
Key Responsibilities:
Salary: Market related
Contact Person: Mr. VN Mazwi
Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: permanent
Applications should include:
CLOSING DATE: 03 JULY 2025
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.
APPLY
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (POST REFERENCE NUMBER: 20001504)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 03 July 2025
Job Details
Division: Finance
Business Unit: CFO
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Finance
Job Description
DUT has approximately 33 000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.
The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.
DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT’s strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.
In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.
DUT has six Faculties, Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences and Arts & Design.
DUT is: ‘Creative. Distinctive. Impactful’
Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under mentioned post.
FINANCE
POST: FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (POST REFERENCE NUMBER: 20001504)
Minimum Requirements:
- A 4-year qualification in Finance or Commerce (NQF level 8) or Honours Degree in Finance or Commerce.
- 5 years’ Experience in Management Accountant, Finance Management or Finance Analyst.
- Experience in the Higher Education sector and/or research sector is highly desirable.
- Proven experience in public accounting practice, preferably taxation is desirable.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret raw data and translate it into clear, concise information.
- The ability to explain complex financial data to non-finance individuals.
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Customer focus
- Advanced proficiency in MS office
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide commercial risk management advice to finance clients.
- Provide support and financial advice for the development of innovative business models.
- Identify opportunities to add value in the development and execution of the Institution’s Strategic Plan.
- Providing financial analysis and insight/analytics, linking financial reports to business strategies
- Provide support and financial modelling for the development of business cases.
- Assist clients with initiating Finance related processes, requests, submissions, business cases and plans
Salary: Market related
Contact Person: Mr. VN Mazwi
Email Address: HCSRecruitment@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
- A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
- Covering
- Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
- Current contact information of referees
- No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be
- Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
CLOSING DATE: 03 JULY 2025
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.
APPLY
DIRECTOR: DUT PRESS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
APPLY
Closing Date 28 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Teaching & Learning
Business Unit: Library Services
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Contract term: 5 years
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree in publishing or a related field (NQF Level 9)
Preferred Qualification
PhD
Experience
• 10 Years of higher education
• 5 years copyright/ library/ publishing experience
• 3 years leadership role
Key Responsibilities
• Contributes to the research, design, development and review of copyright policies, procedures and systems for the DUT Press on an ongoing basis in line with relevant legislation, national standards and international best practice
• Creates an integrated database of DUT authors’ intellectual property, e.g. books, journals articles, papers delivered, research undertaken, etc., comprising both past and present DUT staff
• Sets up in close liaison with the DVC: RIE and Director: Research on creating and maintaining an Institutional Repository, based on the integrated database, designed to more effectively manage and promote the intellectual property rights of the DUT and its structures
• Contributes to the design, implementation and management of appropriate practices and systems to ensure that the Institutional Repository concept is understood and utilized efficiently and effectively
• Markets and promotes the DUT’s published material nationally and internationally
• Establishes links with booksellers internationally to export authorized books, thereby generating income for the DUT
• Facilitates relationships with, and regularly assesses needs and views of core customers in the DUT/section in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services
• Provision of updated information on publications to all relevant stakeholders
• On-going meetings with DUT’ attorneys to ensure copyright information database is maintained up to date
• Ensures the timeous collection and dissemination of information between the DUT and relevant external bodies such as publishers, rights holders and DALRO
• Creates Awareness of DUT’s Publications Nationally and Internationally via networking and advertising
• Negotiates with Publishers, Rights Owners, Authors & Dalro (Dramatic Artistic Literary Rights Organization) on fees for rights of ownership/usage e.g. negotiates reasonable fees for the use of study materials from local and overseas publishers
• Communicates with DUT’s attorneys in making proposals for ownership of intellectual property of authors
• Sets objectives and clarifies roles for team members/ reporting staff in line with policies and procedures of Library function
• Ensures changes in policies and procedures are communicated to staff
• Manages performance of team members against agreed targets and makes appropriate interventions for development
• Identifies skills development requirements for team members and ensures appropriate training
• Manages HR functions for e.g. recruitment and formal discipline
• Budgets and manages all relevant internal and external resources to achieve agreed objectives with maximum efficiency
• Assumes responsibility for administration and control of publications funding
• Reports on budget as directed by Head of Library Services
• Promotes and supports income generating opportunities for the section/DUT
APPLY
DIRECTOR: DUT PRESS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
APPLY
Closing Date 28 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Teaching & Learning
Business Unit: Library Services
Minimum experience: Director
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Education
Contract term: 5 years
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree in publishing or a related field (NQF Level 9)
Preferred Qualification
PhD
Experience
• 10 Years of higher education
• 5 years copyright/ library/ publishing experience
• 3 years leadership role
Key Responsibilities
• Contributes to the research, design, development and review of copyright policies, procedures and systems for the DUT Press on an ongoing basis in line with relevant legislation, national standards and international best practice
• Creates an integrated database of DUT authors’ intellectual property, e.g. books, journals articles, papers delivered, research undertaken, etc., comprising both past and present DUT staff
• Sets up in close liaison with the DVC: RIE and Director: Research on creating and maintaining an Institutional Repository, based on the integrated database, designed to more effectively manage and promote the intellectual property rights of the DUT and its structures
• Contributes to the design, implementation and management of appropriate practices and systems to ensure that the Institutional Repository concept is understood and utilized efficiently and effectively
• Markets and promotes the DUT’s published material nationally and internationally
• Establishes links with booksellers internationally to export authorized books, thereby generating income for the DUT
• Facilitates relationships with, and regularly assesses needs and views of core customers in the DUT/section in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services
• Provision of updated information on publications to all relevant stakeholders
• On-going meetings with DUT’ attorneys to ensure copyright information database is maintained up to date
• Ensures the timeous collection and dissemination of information between the DUT and relevant external bodies such as publishers, rights holders and DALRO
• Creates Awareness of DUT’s Publications Nationally and Internationally via networking and advertising
• Negotiates with Publishers, Rights Owners, Authors & Dalro (Dramatic Artistic Literary Rights Organization) on fees for rights of ownership/usage e.g. negotiates reasonable fees for the use of study materials from local and overseas publishers
• Communicates with DUT’s attorneys in making proposals for ownership of intellectual property of authors
• Sets objectives and clarifies roles for team members/ reporting staff in line with policies and procedures of Library function
• Ensures changes in policies and procedures are communicated to staff
• Manages performance of team members against agreed targets and makes appropriate interventions for development
• Identifies skills development requirements for team members and ensures appropriate training
• Manages HR functions for e.g. recruitment and formal discipline
• Budgets and manages all relevant internal and external resources to achieve agreed objectives with maximum efficiency
• Assumes responsibility for administration and control of publications funding
• Reports on budget as directed by Head of Library Services
• Promotes and supports income generating opportunities for the section/DUT
APPLY
LECTURER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Technology
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
Job Description
The Department of Information Technology wishes to appoint a Lecturer who can explain programming and software engineering concepts and inspire our students as they engage with our IT modules. You will need to demonstrate an ability to deliver excellent and engaging teaching across a range of theory-based and practical modules and be comfortable with languages and platforms such as, C#, Java, MySQL, Python, PHP and AWS/Azure. Ability to mentor individual and groups of students as they develop software solutions for mobile applications, web, virtual, cloud or network-based environments.
The Department of Information Technology hosts the Luban Workshop in collaboration with Tianjin Vocational Institute (TVI) of China. These are specialist labs for 3D printing and NB IOT. This creates a unique environment, providing an exciting employment opportunity.
Lecturer, Information Technology
Minimum requirements:
Desirable requirements:
Summary of Duties:
Competencies:
Salary: Market Related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
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.
“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
APPLY
LECTURER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Technology
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
Job Description
The Department of Information Technology wishes to appoint a Lecturer who can explain programming and software engineering concepts and inspire our students as they engage with our IT modules. You will need to demonstrate an ability to deliver excellent and engaging teaching across a range of theory-based and practical modules and be comfortable with languages and platforms such as, C#, Java, MySQL, Python, PHP and AWS/Azure. Ability to mentor individual and groups of students as they develop software solutions for mobile applications, web, virtual, cloud or network-based environments.
The Department of Information Technology hosts the Luban Workshop in collaboration with Tianjin Vocational Institute (TVI) of China. These are specialist labs for 3D printing and NB IOT. This creates a unique environment, providing an exciting employment opportunity.
Lecturer, Information Technology
Minimum requirements:
- A PhD or Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
- At least 3-year lecturing experience in Higher Education.
Desirable requirements:
- Experienced in languages and platforms such as, C#, Java, MySQL, Python, PHP and AWS/Azure.
- Ability to mentor individual and groups of students as they develop software solutions for mobile applications, web, virtual, cloud or network-based environments.
- PhD in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field OR at an advanced stage of completion of PhD.
- Candidates must demonstrate scholarship of teaching.
- Active participation in professional, industry and or community activities.
Summary of Duties:
- Lecturing (both face to face and online)
- Assessment marking and development, and maintaining high level of quality in terms of feedback and evaluation processes
- Publication and ongoing research
- Innovate in terms of teaching practice, support, and assessment
- Working with colleagues to advise and support students
- Participation in engagement and collaborative projects in the Department
- Undertake administration and other duties assigned by the Head of Department
Competencies:
- Strong background in programming and programming languages
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and planning skills
- Good research skills
- Strong team orientation
- Analytical and problem solving
- Strong student focus
Salary: Market Related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from 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 in the subject line
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.
“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
APPLY
SENIOR LECTURER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Technology
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
Job Description
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 it’s 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 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.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS. THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE
Department of Information Technology
Senior Lecturers x4
The Department of Information Technology hosts the Luban Workshop in collaboration with Tianjin Vocational Institute (TVI) of China. These are specialist labs for 3D printing and NB IOT, giving students and researchers access to new technology, providing space for innovation and entrepreneurship. This unique environment, as well as many other initiatives, in collaboration projects across continents provides an exciting employment opportunity.
Minimum requirements:
NOTE:
Applicants with Doctoral qualifications who do not meet requirements marked by * may be considered for a Lecturer position but must meet the experience requirement of having 3 years of teaching experience at tertiary level.
Summary of Duties:
Salary: Senior Lecturer: Market related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
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.
“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
APPLY
SENIOR LECTURER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information Technology
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Information Technology
Job Description
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 it’s 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 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.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS. THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE
Department of Information Technology
Senior Lecturers x4
The Department of Information Technology hosts the Luban Workshop in collaboration with Tianjin Vocational Institute (TVI) of China. These are specialist labs for 3D printing and NB IOT, giving students and researchers access to new technology, providing space for innovation and entrepreneurship. This unique environment, as well as many other initiatives, in collaboration projects across continents provides an exciting employment opportunity.
Minimum requirements:
- A Doctorate Degree, and an undergraduate study in the field of Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
- At least 5 years lecturing experience in Higher education teaching at undergraduate and/or post graduate level. *
- Active participation in professional, industry and or community activities.
- Candidates must demonstrate scholarship of teaching and must have produced/ published at least three research outputs in the preceding three years (e.g. accredited book, chapter in a book, accredited creative output, patent, review article, journal article, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.). *
- Successful supervision of at least one postgraduate student at Master’s level.
NOTE:
Applicants with Doctoral qualifications who do not meet requirements marked by * may be considered for a Lecturer position but must meet the experience requirement of having 3 years of teaching experience at tertiary level.
Summary of Duties:
- Required to lecture in Information Technology discipline (any of the following): Programming and programming languages, Data Structures, Operating systems, Networks, Cybersecurity, Human Computer Interaction, Ethics, Software Engineering, Image Processing, Research Methodology.
- Supervise postgraduate students
- Publication and ongoing research
- Participate in research development
- Participate in curriculum development
- Engage in community/External Engagement Services including playing an active role in the functioning of Professional and subject related associations.
- Develop and write study material.
- Undertake administration and other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department
- Strong background in programming and programming languages
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and planning skills
- Good research skills
- Strong team orientation
- Analytical and problem solving
- Administration and management skills
- Strong student focus
- Professional/ technical knowledge and skills
Salary: Senior Lecturer: Market related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from 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 in the subject line
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.
“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
APPLY
LECTURER, INFORMATION AND CORPORATE MANAGEMENT
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
APPLY
Closing Date 22 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information & Corporate Management
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Management
Job Description
LECTURER X1
Minimum Requirements:
Summary of Duties:
Competences:
Salary: Market-related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
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.
“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
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LECTURER, INFORMATION AND CORPORATE MANAGEMENT
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 22 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Information & Corporate Management
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Management
Job Description
LECTURER X1
Minimum Requirements:
- A Doctoral Degree in Business and Information Management/PhD or D Tech in fields of Business Administration/Business Management/Information Management/Information Systems/Information Technology.
- A minimum of 3 years’ lecturing experience in Business and Information Management at a tertiary level
- Co-supervision of Master’s degree students.
Summary of Duties:
- Required to lecture in the Business and Information Management discipline
- Undertake and supervise tutorials
- Participate in research development
- Be willing to participate in curriculum development
- Engage in community/External Engagement Services including playing an active role in the functioning of Professional and subject related associations.
- Develop and write study material.
- Undertake administration and other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department
- Experience in teaching and managing large class sizes
- Experience in managing work integrated learning or experiential learning
- Experience in maintaining and managing industry/stakeholder partnerships
Competences:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and planning skills
- Good research skills
- Strong team orientation
- Analytical and problem solving
- Administration and management skills
- Continuous learning
- Strong student focus
- Professional/ technical knowledge and skills
Salary: Market-related
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
- A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
- Covering
- Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
- Current contact information of referees
- No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be
- Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line
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.
“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
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SENIOR LECTURER, AUDITING AND TAXATION
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Auditing & Taxation
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Accounting/Auditing
Job Description
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 it’s 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 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.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS. THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE
Department of Auditing & Taxation
Senior Lecturer
Ref: A431
Senior Lecturer:
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Salary:
Senior Lecturer: R442 572 (min) – R768 540 (max) per annum, plus benefits
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
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: 12 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
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SENIOR LECTURER, AUDITING AND TAXATION
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Faculty of Accounting & Informatics
Business Unit: Auditing & Taxation
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Accounting/Auditing
Job Description
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 it’s 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 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.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM INTERESTED PERSON(S) FOR THE UNDER MENTIONED POSTS. THE ADVERT IS OPEN TO EXTERNAL CANDIDATES THROUGH DUT WEBSITE
Department of Auditing & Taxation
Senior Lecturer
Ref: A431
Senior Lecturer:
- A completed relevant Doctorate Degree, and an undergraduate study in the field of Accountancy, including, Internal Auditing, Auditing or Taxation with a comprehensive background of Information Technology.
- At least 5 years of lecturing experience in one of the following: Internal Auditing, Auditing or Taxation.
- Teaching experience in Information Systems or Information Technology will be an advantage.
- A proven track record of research with having produced/published 2 research outputs in the preceding three years.
- At least 3 years of industry experience in the field of Accountancy.
- Senior academic experience within a University context.
- Active participation in professional, industry and or community activities.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
- Make major contributions to the academic quality by providing leadership of all aspects of offerings associated with Auditing and Taxation in the Department
- Take responsibility for the teaching, learning and assessing of offerings associated with Auditing and Taxation in the Department
- Lead, develop, design and review all learning content associated with Auditing and Taxation
- Contribute to the research environment by helping and supporting colleagues with the supervision of post graduate students
- General administrative duties assigned by the HOD
Salary:
Senior Lecturer: R442 572 (min) – R768 540 (max) per annum, plus benefits
Contact Person: Ms G Govindasamy
Email Address: careers@dut.ac.za
Status of Position: Permanent
Applications should include:
- A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from 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 in the subject line
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: 12 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
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SENIOR DIRECTOR HUMAN CAPITAL SERVICES
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
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Closing Date 27 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Human Capital Services
Business Unit: Human Capital Services
Minimum experience: Executive
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Human Resources
Contract term: 60
Job Description
DUT~ has approximately 33 000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.
The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.
DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT’s strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.
In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.
DUT has six Faculties, Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences and Arts& Design.
HUMAN CAPITAL SERVICES
Post – Senior Director: Human Capital Services
(Ref: 30000086)
Fixed Term Renewable Contract (5 years)
Minimum Requirements:
- A Master's degree (NQF 9) in Social Sciences, Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
- Registration with the SA Board for Personnel Practice or any other relevant and recognized body.
- 10 years of strategic and operational experience in the broad human capital management environment.
- 5 years should be at Senior Management level/position, preferably in a Higher Education environment.
- Extensive experience in conflict management and dispute resolution.
- Exposure to all aspects of Human Resource Development and management.
- Must have knowledge and application of human resources processes and best practice, with an in-depth knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements.
- Extensive experience in conflict management and dispute resolution.
- Exposure to all aspects of the Human Resource value proposition and talent management.
- Knowledge / understanding of the Higher Education sector.
- Prior experience in leading and operating HR Systems.
- Proficient in MS office.
- High-level administrative skills, along with the ability to develop and maintain excellent collaborative networks.
- Ability to lead a dynamic team with specialist expertise.
- Demonstrable experience in establishing people management models in the context of a changing workplace environment.
- Detailed knowledge of the Skills Development Act, Skills levy Act, South African Qualification Authority Act, Higher Education Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Statutes, Rules, CHE, DHET, Regulations, etc.
- Understanding of content and requirements of SAQA and NQF.
- Policy Development and Policy Implementation.
- Customer Advice and Support.
- Team Management.
- Systems Management.
- Resource Management.
- Understanding of the Higher Education Environment.
- Sound communication & presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of SAP or an equivalent HR Administration system.
- Computer proficiency.
- Advanced conflict management skills.
- Valid driver's License.
Summary of Duties:
Policy Development.
- Oversees and provides overall direction to the research, design, development and review of Human Resources policies, procedures, plans and systems on an ongoing basis, in line with relevant legislation, national standards and international best practices.
- Development of a comprehensive HR Policies and Procedures Manual benchmarked against standard practices in higher education in the following key areas:
- Benefits & Compensation
- Employee Relations
- Organisational Development. Change Management and Human Capital Planning
- Performance Management System
- Human Resources Development & Talent
- HR Governance & Regulatory Compliance
- Participates as a member of the Management Team in monitoring and evaluating Institutional Policy and Strategy
Policy Implementation.
- Manages and assesses the implementation of HR policies, procedures, plans and systems designed to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of an integrated range of HR practices and services in alignment with the needs and expectations of core customers within the DUT. Specific responsibilities include:
-Strategic Leadership
-HR Services
-Benefits & Compensation
-Employee Relations
-Business partnering, Transaction services and Resourcing
-Performance Management
-Organisational Development
-HR Development and Talent
-Business Analysis & HR Regulatory Compliance
- Provides specific high-level, legally compliant strategic advice on all Human Resources and labour related matters pertaining to the effective functioning of the HR function to the line Deputy Vice Chancellor in respect of:
- Staffing projections/potential skill gaps,
- Advice on the effective use of appropriate conflict resolution protocols.
- Ensures appropriate mechanisms are in place to monitor/measure customer satisfaction with HR structures and services on a regular basis in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of services offered.
- Oversees relationships between key support management and customer base to ensure a high standard of service delivery is maintained at all times.
- Advises on the appointment and manages the performance of specialist and operational direct subordinates. This entails inter alia:
- Setting goals and targets and monitoring actual performance against agreed objectives.
- Providing coaching and support as necessary.
- Ensuring reporting staff are appropriately trained regarding relevant policies, procedures, plans and systems, etc.
- Providing appropriate developmental opportunities to ensure staff keep up to date in their fields in line with DUT career pathing and succession plans.
Team Management.
- Advises on the appointment and manages the performance of specialist and operational direct subordinates. This entails inter alia:
- Setting goals and targets and monitoring actual performance against agreed objectives.
- Providing coaching and support as necessary.
- Ensuring reporting staff are appropriately trained regarding relevant policies, procedures, plans and systems, etc.
- Providing appropriate developmental opportunities to ensure staff keep up to date in their fields in line with DUT career pathing and succession plans.
- Sets up and monitors the effectiveness of appropriate forums, communication channels/structures, systems and procedures to ensure all staff within the HR function are fully aware of and identify with the vision and mission of the DUT.
- Identifies and organises appropriate self-development opportunities/options in consultation with the Deputy Vice Chancellor, e.g.
- Attendance at selected national/international conferences/workshops.
Systems Management.
- Responsible for the installation and effective· functioning of an integrated management information system designed to meet the current and evolving needs of the customers of the HR function of the DUT, e.g. updated staffing establishment; actual/budget analyses.
- Oversees the installation of the necessary controls to promote the effective functioning and coordination of HR systems within the Institution, e.g. Advises on the establishment of controls to safeguard the integrity of the job grading/profiling process.
- Provides guidelines for the capture of relevant HR data through the ERP system (SAP Successfactor) for operational and strategic purposes, e.g. age/education profiles of staff for career planning projections.
- Identifies and analyses statistical data and other management information to generate appropriate strategic responses and/or pre-emptive actions, e.g. Verification of staffing vs. establishment plan.
Resources Management.
- Assesses appropriateness of planned HRD spend; planned costs of transformation initiatives; and revises as may be necessary
- Monitors actual results against budgets/forecasts and oversees the management of relevant internal /external resources to achieve agreed objectives with optimal efficiency.
- Institutes and monitors effective controls to ensure resources are effectively managed within approved budget limitations. e.g. determines priorities to optimize utilization of resources/facilities.
- Identifies and promotes income generating opportunities, e.g. provides support/guidance in the setting up of "Centres of Excellence".
Representation.
- Represents the HR function of the OUT at appropriate internal and external forums, specifically the following:
-Member of Governance Structures Member of Negotiating Committee.
External e.g.
-Labour Court and CCMA
Status of Position: Fixed Term Renewable Contract (5 years)
Salary: Market Related
Contact Person: Ms. ZJ. Ngcobo
To Apply:
Please complete application form downloadable from DUT careers portal and send together with detailed CV as well as copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter.
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
“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.
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MANAGER: TALENT ACQUISITION & OPERATIONS
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 26 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Human Capital Services
Business Unit: Talent Acquisition & Operations
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Higher Education
Job functional area: Human Resources
Job Description
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: Manager: Talent Sourcing and Operations
(Ref: 30000073)
Minimum Requirements:
- Honour’s Degree (NQF Level 8) in Human Resources Management, OR Psychology, OR Industrial Psychology, OR related field.
- 7 years’ Experience in Human Resource Management, including sourcing and selection of employees across all levels of the organisation and enhancing performance management practices.
- 3 years’ Experience in utilizing technology platforms and social media channels for sourcing and establishing talent pools.
- 3 years’ Experience in managing Human Capital Services operations through a business partnering approach.
Key Competencies:
- A proven admin history of delivering a successful end to end talent acquisition remit within varying Industries.
- Innovative ideas and recommendations to continuously improve the recruitment process.
- Experience of building talent pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter and/or other platforms
- Strong data and analytical skills in report production and trend analysis with an eye for detail
- Persuasive communication, proactively networking and influencing skills.
- The ability to deliver recruitment-related training and briefings including interview skills training and induction.
- Experience in managing Human Capital Service delivery and operations through business partnering.
- Competence and proficiency in Human Resources Systems and MS office
- Exposure to Higher Education (Ideal)
- Knowledge in competency evaluation metrics and systems (Ideal)
- Enthusiastic about research and data analysis (Ideal)
Training and Knowledge (Should the current incumbent leave)
- Recruiting at senior levels
- Sound knowledge of the relevant legislation applicable to Human Capital Management
- Sound knowledge of the business environment, the relevant role players within the business and their key responsibilities and outcomes.
- Sound knowledge of the current and future trends in the business area to apply to the best interest of the Institution.
- Knowledge and understanding of strategies, policies and procedures applicable to the specific work environment to ensure that work outcomes are compliant to the policies and procedures.
- Experience in Human Capital Business Partnering
Summary of Duties:
Talent Acquisition Plans and Strategies
- Develop and implement an integrated talent acquisition strategy aligned with organisational goals.
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes including workforce planning, job profiling, advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
- Develop and co-ordinate plans to ensure the timeous appointment of suitable talent.
- Review and enhance the talent attraction strategies and methodologies. Ensure that DUT’s Employee Value Proposition remains relevant and attractive.
- Provide input into the organisation’s recruitment and selection policies and procedures and monitor the adherence to these policies and procedures.
- Establish and advise on latest trends around talent acquisition and sourcing.
- Drive employer branding initiatives to attract high-calibre talent.
- Ensure compliance with employment equity and transformation targets in recruitment.
- Establish talent pipelines and proactive sourcing strategies for critical and scarce skills.
Selection and Onboarding
- Leads the effective and timeous turnaround implementation of talent sourcing strategies and methodologies.
- Review the effectiveness of talent sourcing strategies and methodologies and provide input re the continuous enhancements.
- Oversee the timeous preparation and completion of recruitment related administration such as:
⁻ Applicant tracking and screening.
⁻ Competency based interview guides.
⁻ Applicant screening and testing
⁻ Applicant feedback and communication
- Report on the sourcing plan implementation and the identification of hard to fill vacancies.
- Ensure that external service providers adhere to the service level agreements and address any non-compliance.
- Oversee the implementation of fair selection processes, alignment to legislative and job specific requirements as well as alignment to DUT’s Employment Equity Plans
- Provide guidance to relevant stakeholders and assist with the upskilling of line managers in competency - based interviewing and any other relevant selection tools / methods.
- Lead the sourcing and selection of senior members of staff and collaborate with the Senior Director: HCS
- Ensure a positive applicant experience throughout the sourcing and selection process despite the outcome of selection decisions.
- Oversee that applicant records are accurate, complete and maintained in accordance with DUT’s document management system.
- Identify recruitment related technology and provide input into any recruitment systems / technology related budgets.
- Analyse and report on recruitment related statistics
- Facilitate induction and on-boarding of new recruits in collaboration with the various portfolios, departments and divisions of the institution.
- Oversight management and reporting on vacancy analysis, ensuring that this is kept within best practice and industry norms
HC Business Partnering
- Oversee and improve core HC processes including employee onboarding, contracts, HC records, benefits administration, and exit processes.
- Ensure HC operational excellence through process automation, compliance with policies, and standardisation of procedures.
- Monitor and manage key HC metrics (e.g., turnover, time-to-fill, headcount).
- Function as the strategic HC advisor to a portfolio of departments/faculties, guiding on HC policies, workforce planning, organisational design, and performance management.
- Partner with managers and executives to understand business needs and co-develop people solutions.
- Coach line managers on talent management, employee engagement, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
- Support organisational change management and staff transitions aligned with strategic plans.
- Identify and report on the key HC metrics in accordance with DUT’s reporting requirements.
- Communicate HC metrics to key stakeholders and address any. queries
- Analyse data, identify trends and risks and make necessary recommendations for improvements
People Management
- Set the relevant deliverables and performance targets for own team in the department.
- Create and maintain a climate conducive for team performance to enable the team to deliver on set targets, service level agreements.
- Initiate pro-active and corrective actions as required to ensure service delivery.
- Complete management actions within the required periods.
- Coach reportees by compiling and providing clear feedback on work performance and provides constructive suggestions to improve performance.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of own reportees development interventions on performance
Contact Person: Miss. ZJ. Ngcobo
Status of Position: Permanent
Salary: Market related
Please complete an official application for employment form (downloadable from DUT career site) and send with a detailed CV as well as copies of ID, qualifications and a covering letter with the exact name of the post you are applying for.
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
“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.
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SPECIALIST PLANNING (CAMPUS MASTER SPATIAL PLAN)
Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Closing Date 24 June 2025
Job Details
Division: Real Estate Management
Business Unit: Real Estate Planning
Minimum experience: Mid-Senior
Company primary industry: Education Management
Job functional area: Engineering
EE Status: Only open to EE candidates
Job Description
DUT has approximately 33 000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.
The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.
DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT’s strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students etc) become entrepreneurial and innovative.
In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.
DUT has six Faculties, Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences and Arts& Design.
Real Estate Planning
Post: Specialist Planning (Campus Master Spatial Plan)
Ref: 20001429
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Architecture/Town Planning
- Minimum 6 -8 years’ experience in Planning / Design & Build Environment
- Must have solid knowledge of Planning, Risk management and Contracts management
- Knowledge and experience in Project Management - advantageous
- Must have experience in Property Development.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Summary of Duties:
- Planning.
- Project Management and Development.
- Systems Management and Controls.
- Risk Management.
- Stakeholder Management.
Contact Person: Ms. ZJ. Ngcobo
Status of Position: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
To Apply:
Please complete application form by clicking link to download: https://www.dut.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Application_for_Employment-R3.docx OR from DUT careers portal and send together with detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications, and a cover letter.
Kindly note:
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.
“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.
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