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UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN)
LECTURER - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Listing reference: ukzn_000530
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The School of Accounting, Economics, and Finance offers the Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting qualifications and seeks to appoint suitably qualified applicants to the permanent staff who will contribute actively to the training and education of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Auditing, Financial Accounting; Managerial Accounting & Finance and Taxation, and to build the knowledge base of the disciplines through teaching, research, academic leadership and mentoring and community engagement. Administration of certain teaching activities within the discipline is also required. Appointed candidates may be required to teach across multiple disciplines at the undergraduate level.
Job description
Minimum requirements
Lecturer
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 April 2025.
The University, however, reserves the right to re-advertise the above position to facilitate further searches and increase the pool of applicants, and the right to not appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant academic application form which is
available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za under vacancies.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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.
Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits. Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of service.
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LECTURER - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Listing reference: ukzn_000530
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The School of Accounting, Economics, and Finance offers the Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting qualifications and seeks to appoint suitably qualified applicants to the permanent staff who will contribute actively to the training and education of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Auditing, Financial Accounting; Managerial Accounting & Finance and Taxation, and to build the knowledge base of the disciplines through teaching, research, academic leadership and mentoring and community engagement. Administration of certain teaching activities within the discipline is also required. Appointed candidates may be required to teach across multiple disciplines at the undergraduate level.
Job description
- Appointed candidates may be required to teach across multiple disciplines at undergraduate level.
Minimum requirements
Lecturer
- Masters degree in the discipline
- Registration with an Accounting professional body as CA(SA)
- Demonstratable ability to teach at a tertiary level
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 April 2025.
The University, however, reserves the right to re-advertise the above position to facilitate further searches and increase the pool of applicants, and the right to not appoint and/or stop the recruitment process at any stage.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant academic application form which is
available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za under vacancies.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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.
Benefits
The total remuneration package offered includes benefits. Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of service.
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DIRECTOR: COLLEGE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Listing reference: ukzn_000532
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: PEROMNES GRADE 5
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The College Agriculture, Engineering and Science operates from three campuses with its main office situated on the Pietermaritzburg Campus. The College consists of two new Schools operating across the Howard College, Pietermaritzburg and Westville Campuses, with a student population of approximately 10 000 under-and- post-graduate students and 857 staff. The College seeks a dynamic individual with a solid academic foundation at the university level to fill the Director: Professional Services position. The Director’s key function is the effective operational management of College Professional Support and Administrative functions for the delivery of the College’s objectives by shaping and influencing policy and strategy.
Job description
Minimum requirements
On expiry of the term of office as director (if an internal candidate), such appointee shall return to a suitable substantive permanent position within the university, commensurate with the staff member’s qualifications, skills, competencies, level of post and remuneration applicable to such post. Such return, shall be determined in consultation with the staff member, and by approval of the University Vice-Chancellor, together with the applicable Member of the Executive in whose portfolio the post vests.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 April 2025
Applicants must complete the relevant application form (application form – Support) and CV available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za
Benefits
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
The remuneration package offered includes benefits and will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.
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DIRECTOR: COLLEGE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Listing reference: ukzn_000532
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 20 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: PEROMNES GRADE 5
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The College Agriculture, Engineering and Science operates from three campuses with its main office situated on the Pietermaritzburg Campus. The College consists of two new Schools operating across the Howard College, Pietermaritzburg and Westville Campuses, with a student population of approximately 10 000 under-and- post-graduate students and 857 staff. The College seeks a dynamic individual with a solid academic foundation at the university level to fill the Director: Professional Services position. The Director’s key function is the effective operational management of College Professional Support and Administrative functions for the delivery of the College’s objectives by shaping and influencing policy and strategy.
Job description
- The Director will oversee the operations of Finance, Human Resources, Public Relations, and Student Support managers in the College, who report into Divisional structures. The DPS will line manage the School based managers (School Student Administration Manager, and School Operations Manager) and, through them, School based Administrative Staff
- The Director is a senior member of the College Leadership and Management structure and collectively responsible to deliver College strategy with the College DVC and College Deans
- The incumbent will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Head of College and will also have a fractional line management responsibility to the University Registrar
- The incumbent will, with the Directors in the Registrar’s Office, support the Registrar in managing the Student Academic functions in a coordinated manner
- The post requires travel between the campuses of operations, although the incumbent will be based on the Pietermaritzburg Campus
Minimum requirements
- A relevant Master's degree
- A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in management at a senior level in the higher education environment
- Two (2) years cross-functional general management experience (this must include Finance and Student Academic Administration) in a Higher Education environment
- Unendorsed driver's license
On expiry of the term of office as director (if an internal candidate), such appointee shall return to a suitable substantive permanent position within the university, commensurate with the staff member’s qualifications, skills, competencies, level of post and remuneration applicable to such post. Such return, shall be determined in consultation with the staff member, and by approval of the University Vice-Chancellor, together with the applicable Member of the Executive in whose portfolio the post vests.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 April 2025
Applicants must complete the relevant application form (application form – Support) and CV available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za
Benefits
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
The remuneration package offered includes benefits and will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.
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DONOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Listing reference: ukzn_000546
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 7
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key role of the Donor Relationship Manager will be to identify and nurture mutually beneficial partnerships for the University with corporates, foundations, trusts, alumni and/or individuals; in order to secure philanthropic and third-stream income generation for UKZN.
Job description
Minimum requirements
Knowledge of:
Benefits
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
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DONOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Listing reference: ukzn_000546
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 7
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key role of the Donor Relationship Manager will be to identify and nurture mutually beneficial partnerships for the University with corporates, foundations, trusts, alumni and/or individuals; in order to secure philanthropic and third-stream income generation for UKZN.
Job description
- Key Responsibility Areas of the job include proactive fundraising; stewarding donors and building a network among corporates, trusts, foundations, alumni and individuals; the coordination of special projects and the active promotion of Foundation campaigns and the Annual Giving Plan; administration including meetings with College personnel; and donor events management.
- The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive and empathetic approach to donor engagement, good project management skills, and a passion for advancing higher education through philanthropy.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant postgraduate degree
- A minimum of five years’ experience in Fundraising/Sales, preferably in the higher education or non-profit sector
- Traceable evidence of the ability to raise funds exceeding R3m per annum over a sustained period
- A valid driver’s licence
Knowledge of:
- Project management
- Events management
- The Higher Education Sector
Benefits
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
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DONOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Listing reference: ukzn_000546
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 7
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key role of the Donor Relationship Manager will be to identify and nurture mutually beneficial partnerships for the University with corporates, foundations, trusts, alumni and/or individuals; in order to secure philanthropic and third-stream income generation for UKZN.
Job description
Minimum requirements
Knowledge of:
Benefits
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
APPLY
DONOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Listing reference: ukzn_000546
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 7
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key role of the Donor Relationship Manager will be to identify and nurture mutually beneficial partnerships for the University with corporates, foundations, trusts, alumni and/or individuals; in order to secure philanthropic and third-stream income generation for UKZN.
Job description
- Key Responsibility Areas of the job include proactive fundraising; stewarding donors and building a network among corporates, trusts, foundations, alumni and individuals; the coordination of special projects and the active promotion of Foundation campaigns and the Annual Giving Plan; administration including meetings with College personnel; and donor events management.
- The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive and empathetic approach to donor engagement, good project management skills, and a passion for advancing higher education through philanthropy.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant postgraduate degree
- A minimum of five years’ experience in Fundraising/Sales, preferably in the higher education or non-profit sector
- Traceable evidence of the ability to raise funds exceeding R3m per annum over a sustained period
- A valid driver’s licence
Knowledge of:
- Project management
- Events management
- The Higher Education Sector
Benefits
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
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DONOR RELATIONS OFFICER (2 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Listing reference: ukzn_000548
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 17 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 9
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The Donor Relations Officer / Legacy and Endowment Officer will be responsible for driving and coordinating the UKZN Foundation's bequest and endowment fundraising efforts.
Job description
Minimum requirements
Knowledge of:
Benefits
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DONOR RELATIONS OFFICER (2 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Listing reference: ukzn_000548
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 17 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 9
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The Donor Relations Officer / Legacy and Endowment Officer will be responsible for driving and coordinating the UKZN Foundation's bequest and endowment fundraising efforts.
Job description
- This role focuses on building and nurturing relationships with alumni and other potential donors to secure long-term philanthropic support through bequests, endowments, and recurring donations
- The officer will develop and implement targeted campaigns aimed at alumni from various graduating
classes to encourage monthly contributions that can support students from their first year through to graduation - Key Responsibility Areas of the job include Bequest and Endowment Management; Alumni Engagement and Fundraising Campaigns; Donor Stewardship and Relationship Management; and Administration and Reporting
- The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive and empathetic approach to donor engagement, and a passion for advancing higher education through philanthropy
Minimum requirements
- A (3)three-year degree in Marketing, Communications, Fundraising, or a related field
- A minimum of three years’ experience in fundraising, legacy giving, or donor relations, preferably in the higher education or non-profit sector
Knowledge of:
- Proven track record of securing bequests, endowments, or major gifts
- Experience working with alumni and managing donor databases is an advantage
- Knowledge of South African philanthropic trends and estate planning processes is beneficial
Benefits
- Appointment into this role shall be for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of the appointment.
- Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service and will be on the total remuneration package which is inclusive of
benefits.
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (SPACE PHYSICS)
Listing reference: ukzn_000545
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 15 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Westville
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to Employment Equity with the intention to promote representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
Job description
UKZN has longstanding expertise in space physics, and is one of three nodes of NASSP (National Astronomy and Space Science Programme). The School seeks to appoint a suitably-qualified candidate as an Associate Professor to lead the way in strengthening space physics and NASSP at UKZN.
The successful candidate will have expertise and a research track record in one or more of the following areas: ionospheric physics, magnetospheric physics (of Earth and/or other planets), magnetosphere-solar wind interaction. S/he will be expected to conduct independent, externally funded research in space physics, to participate actively in teaching physics at undergraduate and Honours levels and in postgraduate supervision, and to play a leading role in NASSP, including directing and organising the programme, as well as teaching on its courses and supervising student projects.
The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Physics.
Minimum requirements
· A PhD degree in Space Physics.
· Evidence of appropriate teaching experience and curriculum development experience in a relevant field at tertiary level.
· Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level.
· A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
· Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants.
· Evidence of national and/or international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks, which are available on the University Vacancies website on http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx
Enquiries and details regarding these posts may be directed to the Academic Leader: Physics, Durban Centre, Professor Alan Matthews, e-mail: Matthewsa@ukzn.ac.za.
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service. The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
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.
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE OFFICER (PEROMNES GRADE 9)
Listing reference: ukzn_000537
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 14 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Creditors
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key component of this role is to ensure that supplier transactions are processed accurately and timeously. Ensuring that the liability raised is correctly due and payable.
Job description
The incumbent will be responsible for validating accounts payable for accuracy and compliance (Invoices match the purchase order, goods received voucher, and the goods invoice, meeting university compliance requirements. capture debit, and credit notes onto the ITS System, cancel the commitments on request, and identify foreign creditors for creation.
Minimum requirements
- Matric/Grade 12
- 3-year accounting-orientated degree or diploma
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a creditors/accounts payables section
- Fully computer literate, including MS Excel and MS Word
- Higher Education Institutional or Public Service Sector experience
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Good negotiating skills to secure settlement discounts wherever possible.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Benefits
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
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DEAN: COLLEGE TEACHING AND LEARNING
Listing reference: ukzn_000534
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 15 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The Dean: College Teaching and Learning is an academic leadership role, which provides strategic direction in all teaching and learning related matters in the College, ensures alignment of all teaching and learning programmes and is responsible for disseminating best teaching practices for the College. S/he shall formalize collaborations across the schools in the College and as a member of University’s Teaching and Learning Committee, shall be responsible for developing policy and ensuring consistent implementation of centrally agreed decisions and strategic initiatives.
Job description
- The incumbent will embed teaching and learning technologies in the College and will take a lead on any major projects relating to learning and teaching in the College
- She/he is responsible for institutional level activities such as policy, strategy development, evaluation, and leadership in the scholarship of teaching and learning on behalf of the College
- The incumbent will report to the DVC & Head of College (60%) as well as the DVC Teaching and Learning (40%)
Minimum requirements
- Relevant PhD/Doctoral degree
- Professor/Associate Professor with three (3) years’ experience in an academic/research leadership role
- Evidence of Teaching and Learning specialist knowledge or leadership experience
- Evidence of leading a teaching and learning strategy in a post-secondary and/or research institution
- An established academic leader and scholar in their discipline with an excellent publication and research record and proven excellence in teaching and learning at a level that attracts respect and credibility from within the University, international scholars and other relevant external bodies
Desired/ Essential Skills
- Excellent communications skills
- Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills
- Understanding of the higher education environment in South Africa and the relevant legislation.
- Evidence of good knowledge of the SA academic and higher education environment
This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Home.aspx.
The term of office for this position is five (5) years. In the case of applicants who are permanent staff members of UKZN, the successful applicant will resume his/her substantive position at the end of this term of office.
Appointment of external applicants may be underpinned by a permanent substantive appointment in their academic specialist area.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 April 2025.
To apply click on the link https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php
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.
Benefits
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
The remuneration package offered includes benefits and will be dependent on the qualifications and/or experience of the successful applicant.
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