UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN) VACANCIES

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity plan.
 
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE
SCHOOL OF NURSING & PUBLIC HEALTH 
PUBLIC HEALTH MEDICINE 
PROJECT OFFICER (1 POST)
(GRADE 9)
1-YEAR FIXED-TERM
REFERENCE NUMBER: T/NPH02/2024
 
The Discipline of Public Health Medicine (Female Genital Schistosomiasis and Cervical Cancer Project) is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to fill the position of Project Officer for the Dual screening by Spectral Artificial Visual Examination (SAVE) for Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) and Cervical Cancer (referred to as DUALSAVE-FGS) study. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a high level of initiative and will have to ensure that the activities implemented by UKZN Project Team for DUALSAVE-FGS are rolled out as needed.  The candidate will primarily be based at the Discipline of Public Health Medicine, at Howard College Campus but be required to work across several districts in KwaZulu-Natal and partner countries.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Conceptualise and implement a sub-project based on the overall study objectives for the parent study. This sub-study will form part of the Candidate’s PhD 
• Enrol for a PhD within the first six months of employment contract. 
• Be on the ground to track and report progress of the project activities at regular intervals.
• Ensure that collected data are cleaned, analysed and interpreted to produce high quality outputs.
• Be part of the production of the biannual and annual reports to the funders.
• Disseminate research results through various platforms (including conferences, workshops, seminars, and research publications) to increase impact.
• Ensure the timely collection and reporting of quality data to monitoring and evaluation.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Master’s degree in Public Health/Biomedical Science/Digital health 
• Readiness to enrol for a PhD within the first six months of employment contract. 
• Two years of experience in Public Health or fields that can support scalable training for medical doctors and nurses.
• Experience in quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Data analysis experience 
• Knowledge of research methodologies and techniques used in field research.
• Knowledge of patients’ rights as well as legal & ethical issues in health/ medical research.

• Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence in South Africa.

 
ADVANTAGES 

• Experience in working with female genital schistosomiasis and/or cancer patients at a hospital and/ or community level.
• Master level computer skills
• Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team. 
• Experience in working within multinational collaborations.
• Postgraduate degree in medical education 

 
 
The post reports to Prof S Naidoo Enquiries may be addressed to naidoos71@ukzn.ac.za.  Tel: 031 260-4508.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 June 2024. The University however, reserves the right in special circumstances to accept late applications or to extend the above date to facilitate further searches.
 
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form (support) which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may sent to recruitment-chs@ukzn.ac.za   
 
Please state the JOB TITLE in the subject line
 
 
 
 
 

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal is (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity plan
 
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR (1 POST)
DISCIPLINE OF AUDIOLOGY
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
WESTVILLE CAMPUS
REFERENCE NUMBER: HS04/2024
 
The School of Health Sciences wishes to appoint an Academic who will contribute actively to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning, research and community engagement. Candidates will also be required to do administration.                          
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
Minimum Requirements:

• All applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Audiology;
• A Master’s degree qualification in the field of Audiology;
• A PhD in the field of Audiology or equivalent
• Have a good publication record;
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Audiologist
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages (especially Excel and PowerPoint);
• Valid code 08 driver’s license 
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience as an Audiologist.

 
Specialization in aural rehabilitation, cochlear implants and AVT training would be an advantage. Experience in student training and research supervision would be an advantage. The post will report to the Academic Leader. 
Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Dr Jessica Paken on 031-2607548 or pakenj@ukzn.ac.za. 
The job profile is available from Mr TS Mpembe on 031-260 7886 or email mpembet@ukzn.ac.za.
 
Conditions of service. The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 10 June 2024. The University, however, reserves the right to accept late applications or to extend the above date in order to facilitate further searches.
 
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form, which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za.
 
Completed forms may be sent to recruitment-chs@ukzn.ac.za.
 
The advert reference number must be clearly stated in the subject line

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal is (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity plan
 
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
LECTURER 2 (POSTS)
DISCIPLINE OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
WESTVILLE CAMPUS
REFERENCE NUMBER: HS03/2024
 
The School of Health Sciences wishes to appoint an Academic who will contribute actively to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning, research and community engagement. Candidates will be required to do administration                         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
Minimum Requirements:

• All applicants must have a Bachelors or Bachelors of Science degree in Occupational Therapy;
• A Master’s degree qualification in the field of Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Occupational Therapist;
• Appropriate clinical experience (experience with psychiatry/mental health assessment and rehabilitation); 
• Computer literacy in Microsoft office packages ( especially Excel and PowerPoint);
• Valid code 08 driver’s license 

 
Essential Requirements: 

• Be able to perform manual handling required during supervision of students for fieldwork blocks;

 
 
The post will report to the Academic Leader. Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Dr December Mpanza on 031-260 8375 or mpanzad@ukzn.ac.za  The job profile is available from Mr TS Mpembe 031-260 7886 or email mpembet@ukzn.ac.za
 
Please note that those candidates who had applied previously does not need to re-apply as their applications will be considered.
 
Conditions of service. The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 May 2024. The University, however, reserves the right to accept late applications or to extend the above date in order to facilitate further searches.
 
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za
 
Completed forms may be sent to recruitment-chs@ukzn.ac.za
 
Advert reference number must be clearly stated in the subject line.

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
 
FINANCE DIVISION
 
RE-ADVERTISEMENT 
 
ACCOUNTANT
(PEROMNES GRADE 7)
STUDENT FINANCE SERVICES
FINANCIAL REPORTING DEPARTMENT, FINANCE DIVISION
PIETERMARITZBURG
REF. NO. F12-2023
Please note, this is a re-advertisement, with changes of work/office location (Pietermaritzburg) and a more extensive description of job functions (this will include relevant experience in procurement, creditors, and asset management.
 
The Accountant assumes responsibility for the financial management of the main fund budget allocation and operational functions provided to the Division. This includes the functional areas of procurement, creditors, and assets. The Accountant ensures the provision of timely information for decision-making while ensuring that all transactions are processed according to applicable University policies, procedures, and legislation.
 
Main responsibilities include: - consultation on and facilitation of financial matters within the Division; management and control of budgets; reporting and control of main fund capital expenditure and asset registers; ensuring best practice and good financial governance.
 
Minimum Requirements:
A relevant 3 (three) year degree with Accounting.
5 (five) years relevant accounting experience of which 2 (two) years should be in a supervisory position, preferably within a higher education environment or public sector.
Ability to interpret cost reports, cash flows, balance sheets, income statements, and analyses in compliance with IFRS.
Fully computer literate, particularly MS Excel and MS Word.
Knowledge of accounting (management and financial), taxation and auditing requirements, and the legal framework governing higher education institution
Short-listed candidates may be required to undertake a skills test.
 
Enquiries and details regarding this post, including requests for a job profile, may be directed to Cynthia Mbuli mbulic@ukzn.ac.za.
 
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 May 2024.
 
Please copy the following link into your browser to apply https://ukzn.ci.hr.
 
Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.