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TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (TUT) VACANCIES
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (TUT)
EXECUTIVE DEAN IN FACULTY OF SCIENCE [FIVE YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT]
Directorate: Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching, Learning and Technology
Post Level: 3
Ref: 23/79
OFO CODE: 134503
The University seeks to appoint an Executive Dean in the Faculty of Science on a 5 year fixed -term contract basis. The Executive Dean is the academic leader and representative of the Faculty and is responsible for its overall strategic management and leadership to transform the academic and research environment in line with the University’s strategic objectives. The Executive Dean will, among other things, coordinate the development of the Faculty strategic plan, manage Faculty finances, and oversee staff performance, recruitment, development and retention.. He/she will be expected to coordinate the marketing and recruitment strategy of the Faculty and maintain the quality of all its activities.
This position is part of the University’s Institutional Management Committee and will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching, Learning and Technology
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
Critical Performance Areas
Enquiries: Prof BJ van Wyk, Email: vanwykb@tut.ac.za
Closing Date: 4 August 2023
Application Procedures
To apply, please submit the following together with the completed application form that can be found on the TUT website at www.tut.ac.za/vacancies to recruitment12@tut.ac.za by not later than 04 August 2023 ● A Curriculum Vitae ● Certified copies of all degree certificates. All applications with international qualifications are required to submit a SAQA evaluation certificate ● A detailed motivation regarding your suitability for the position for which you are applying, as well as how you meet each of the stipulated requirements a brief statement setting out your vision for the relevant position ● The names and contact details of 3 work-related referees, one of which should preferably be your current or recent line manager. The University may require further referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please also note that failure to submit the requested documents/information will result in your application not being considered.
Tshwane University of Technology is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with the University’s Employment Equity Policy.
Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups and the University reserves the right, in its sole discretion, not to make an appointment. Applicants may be required to undergo further verification and evaluation. Correspondence will be limited to short–listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful
NB: If we have not responded within a month of the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will be entered into only with short-listed candidates. The university reserves the right not to make an appointment. Candidates will be required to undergo psychometric tests and any other simulation interventions. Candidates are also required to complete the application form for employment. The application form is available on the university’s website, share point and the university’s intranet.
EXECUTIVE DEAN IN FACULTY OF SCIENCE [FIVE YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT]
Directorate: Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching, Learning and Technology
Post Level: 3
Ref: 23/79
OFO CODE: 134503
The University seeks to appoint an Executive Dean in the Faculty of Science on a 5 year fixed -term contract basis. The Executive Dean is the academic leader and representative of the Faculty and is responsible for its overall strategic management and leadership to transform the academic and research environment in line with the University’s strategic objectives. The Executive Dean will, among other things, coordinate the development of the Faculty strategic plan, manage Faculty finances, and oversee staff performance, recruitment, development and retention.. He/she will be expected to coordinate the marketing and recruitment strategy of the Faculty and maintain the quality of all its activities.
This position is part of the University’s Institutional Management Committee and will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching, Learning and Technology
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Doctorate or equivalent qualification in one or more of the following disciplines: Nursing Science, Animal Science, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Food Technology, Chemistry, Crop Science, Environmental Health, Water and Earth Science, Horticulture, Mathematics and Statistics, Nature Conservation, Pharmaceutical Science, Physics and Sport, Rehabilitation and Dental Sciences.
Minimum Requirements
- At least five (5) years experience at the HOD, Assistant Dean, Director, or Senior Management level in a University or related environment.
- Applicants should meet the Associate or Full Professor requirements of TUT
- Registration with the HPSCA, SACNAP, SADTC or another relevant professional body and an NRF rating will be an added advantage.
Critical Performance Areas
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- A distinguished record of teaching, scholarship and research excellence
- The ability to articulate, develop and implement a compelling vision for the Faculty
- A track record of developing and maintaining relationships
- Excellent people and communication skills.
- Experience in financial management and budgeting.
Enquiries: Prof BJ van Wyk, Email: vanwykb@tut.ac.za
Closing Date: 4 August 2023
Application Procedures
To apply, please submit the following together with the completed application form that can be found on the TUT website at www.tut.ac.za/vacancies to recruitment12@tut.ac.za by not later than 04 August 2023 ● A Curriculum Vitae ● Certified copies of all degree certificates. All applications with international qualifications are required to submit a SAQA evaluation certificate ● A detailed motivation regarding your suitability for the position for which you are applying, as well as how you meet each of the stipulated requirements a brief statement setting out your vision for the relevant position ● The names and contact details of 3 work-related referees, one of which should preferably be your current or recent line manager. The University may require further referees. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please also note that failure to submit the requested documents/information will result in your application not being considered.
Tshwane University of Technology is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All appointments will be made in accordance with the University’s Employment Equity Policy.
Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups and the University reserves the right, in its sole discretion, not to make an appointment. Applicants may be required to undergo further verification and evaluation. Correspondence will be limited to short–listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful
NB: If we have not responded within a month of the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will be entered into only with short-listed candidates. The university reserves the right not to make an appointment. Candidates will be required to undergo psychometric tests and any other simulation interventions. Candidates are also required to complete the application form for employment. The application form is available on the university’s website, share point and the university’s intranet.
EXTERNAL ADVERT
DIRECTOR: SPORT AND RECREATION – PRETORIA CAMPUS
Post level: 5
Ref: 23/722b1
OFO CODE: 112101
The Sport and Recreation, reporting to the Executive Director: Student Affairs and Extracurricular Development, seeks to appoint a Director to provide effective managerial input to the function of the directorate while ensuring efficient service delivery to students in accordance with the institutional goals, policies and professional standards within the university .
This is a permanent position based at the Pretoria Campus.
Critical Performance Areas
- Planning, Organizing and Directing
- Financial and Resource Management
- Sport Facilities Management
- Strategic Management and Planning
- Quality and Risk Management
- Policy and Business Plan Development and Monitoring
- Project and Program Management
- Managing Human Resources of the directorate
- Implement effective international liaison
- Organizational effectiveness
- Provide Leadership
- Change Management
- Operational Management of the unit
- Customer Delivery
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Minimum Requirements
- A relevant Master’s degree (NQF Level 9 qualification)
- 5 - years of relevant managerial experience as a Manager within the Sport and Recreation Environment
Knowledge and Skills
- International, National, and provincial sport management structures, practices, and policies
- Sports Management
- USSA policies, rules and regulations
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management
- Extensive Knowledge of the University Policies and Systems
- Relevant Acts governing higher Education in South Africa and Sport and Recreation Events
- Project Management
- Facilities Management
- Interpersonal relationship management
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Presentation Skills
- Project planning and management
- Performance management
- Report and proposal writing
- Team Building
- Trend Analysis
- Computer literacy
- Time Management
- Fundraising abilities
- Diversity Management
- Employee Development
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving, mediation and negotiation
Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments. Send your CV to: Recruitment8@tut.ac.za
CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY ATTACH THE APPLICATION FORM TOGETHER WITH THEIR CV. THE APPLICATION FORM IS AVAILABLE ON THE TUT WEBSITE UNDER VACANCIES.
Closing Date: 04 August 2023
Enquiries to Dr AS Nthangeni: Tel 012 382 5399 .
NB: If we have not responded within a month from the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
It is the intention of the University to to promote representativity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of this post.