- Published on
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP)
ASSET ASSISTANT
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25555
Location Finance
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
ASSET ASSISTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 11
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for the following but not limited to:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for this post, please attach:
CLOSING DATE: 23 July 2024.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Thandeka Mtswene: thandeka.mtswene@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 4028 for application-related enquiries. No applications via email will be considered.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
ASSET ASSISTANT
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25555
Location Finance
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
ASSET ASSISTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 11
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for the following but not limited to:
- Identify assets used by custodian, but not linked to their name – correct asset information;
- Update asset information (tag, custodian, location, department and serial number);
- Identify and request for financial transactions (value add) and corrections (asset purchased as non-asset & non-asset purchased as assets);
- Assist and review asset transfers and physical moving of assets (part of workflow);
- Drive compliance and achievement of targets with internal customers, measuring performance on a weekly basis and reporting to the Assistant Manager;
- Report monthly on unverified assets.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant National 3-year Diploma OR Grade 12.
- Experience in an asset environment:
- 1 year experience (with a Diploma);
- 3 years’ experience (with a Grade 12);
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Knowledge of Asset management, verification and Asset Register;
- Computer literacy: MS office (Word, Excel, Power point, Pivot Tables);
- Ability to Identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues;
- Ability to be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner;
- Ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives. Ability to take action to achieve goals beyond what is required;
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients or customers by listening to the client/customer and understanding and responding to identified needs;
- Ability to take action to improve existing conditions and processes. Ability to use appropriate methods to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure impact.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Financial Diploma with Accounting;
- 1 to 3 years Higher education experience.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 23 July 2024.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Thandeka Mtswene: thandeka.mtswene@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 4028 for application-related enquiries. No applications via email will be considered.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
DIRECTOR: CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25558
Location Centre Advancement of Scholar
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Temporary
UP Professional and Support
CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
DIRECTOR: CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 4
The University of Pretoria is one of the leading research-intensive universities in South Africa. Its nine faculties and business school offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We are a diverse and dynamic community of staff and students committed to excellence, diversity, sustainability, and making a difference.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria (UP) wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The Centre for the Advancement of Scholarship was established in 2013 and is located in Old College House in the heart of the Hatfield Campus. Its central purpose is to provide a locus for undertaking and debating new ideas in an environment that facilitates interaction between senior scholars, eminent visiting scholars, postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
The Centre forms part of a global complex of institutes for advanced study, designed as units to foster intellectual inquiry, enable excellent researchers in their knowledge production, and promote innovation in science and scholarship. The Centre was one of the first transdisciplinary platforms at UP and now forms part of a series of initiatives designed to foster intra-institutional and continental transdisciplinary collaboration.
The Centre's transdisciplinary model manifests in its projects and how staff carry out these projects. It actively works with researchers from multiple disciplines and creates platforms for knowledge creation from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. The Centre brings together and provides the required intellectual home for senior scholars, postdoctoral fellows and postgraduate students to conduct scholarly debates across disciplines. The Centre is strategically positioned to perform work that can impact critical social issues from a multidisciplinary perspective.
JOB PURPOSE
The University seeks to appoint a director who is a dynamic leader capable of visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to effectively execute the strategic plans for the Centre for the Advancement of Scholarship in line with the University's strategic priorities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Strategic Leadership, Planning and Management of the Centre
Training of Early Career Scholars and Postgraduate Students
Financial Management
Fundraising
Human Resources and Other Resources Management
Stakeholder Engagement and Management
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
The following documents must be attached when applying for this position:
The University reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to make a presentation. The topic and further details will only be provided to shortlisted candidates.
All shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in relevant skills and competencies assessments as part of the selection process.
CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2024
Applications not complying with the minimum requirements and applications that are received after the closing date will not be considered.
ENQUIRIES:
Position related enquiries: Ms S Mbuyisa, Tel: (012) 420 2375, or e-mail: sithembile.mbuyisa@up.ac.za.
Application process-related enquiries: Ms JF Chimhamhiwa, Tel: (012) 420 6149 or e-mail: jeovitah.chimhamhiwa@up.ac.za
UP is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
Preference may be given under the University's Employment Equity Plan and its Employment Equity goals and targets, but it is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the appointment requirements are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. UP reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.
DIRECTOR: CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25558
Location Centre Advancement of Scholar
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Temporary
UP Professional and Support
CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
DIRECTOR: CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP
PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 4
The University of Pretoria is one of the leading research-intensive universities in South Africa. Its nine faculties and business school offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We are a diverse and dynamic community of staff and students committed to excellence, diversity, sustainability, and making a difference.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria (UP) wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The Centre for the Advancement of Scholarship was established in 2013 and is located in Old College House in the heart of the Hatfield Campus. Its central purpose is to provide a locus for undertaking and debating new ideas in an environment that facilitates interaction between senior scholars, eminent visiting scholars, postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
The Centre forms part of a global complex of institutes for advanced study, designed as units to foster intellectual inquiry, enable excellent researchers in their knowledge production, and promote innovation in science and scholarship. The Centre was one of the first transdisciplinary platforms at UP and now forms part of a series of initiatives designed to foster intra-institutional and continental transdisciplinary collaboration.
The Centre's transdisciplinary model manifests in its projects and how staff carry out these projects. It actively works with researchers from multiple disciplines and creates platforms for knowledge creation from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. The Centre brings together and provides the required intellectual home for senior scholars, postdoctoral fellows and postgraduate students to conduct scholarly debates across disciplines. The Centre is strategically positioned to perform work that can impact critical social issues from a multidisciplinary perspective.
JOB PURPOSE
The University seeks to appoint a director who is a dynamic leader capable of visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to effectively execute the strategic plans for the Centre for the Advancement of Scholarship in line with the University's strategic priorities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Strategic Leadership, Planning and Management of the Centre
- Direct, coordinate, and further develop the vision and mission of the Centre in line with the University's vision and mission.
- Formulate key success factors to translate the Centre's strategic plan.
- Establish long-term and short-term planning on current and possible future projects to ensure the effective functioning of the Centre.
- Manage and be involved in research collaboration locally and internationally to improve the Centre's profile.
- Ensure that the Centre focuses on quality and high-impact research outputs and related research activities linked to research, such as conferences, keynotes, plenary sessions, and projects.
- Provide strategic leadership for the different research programmes and research projects.
Training of Early Career Scholars and Postgraduate Students
- Oversee and lead the development of early career scholars through postdoctoral training and postdoctoral fellowships linked to the projects housed at the Centre.
- Compile standards relating to the development and implementation of new programmes.
- Develop systems to ensure thorough and accelerated development of early career scholars and postdoctoral fellows.
- Sustain and extend ongoing work through collaboration with relevant Faculties in the training of postgraduate students and the training of postdoctoral fellows.
Financial Management
- Manage the Centre's income and expense budget.
- Develop and implement essential financial control and cost containment measures.
Fundraising
- Identify key strategic priorities and programmes and seek funding opportunities for these.
- Leverage research funding to support some of the key performance areas of the Centre.
- Collaborate with senior research fellows to raise funds to support their research, conference attendance, and the development of early career scholars working under their mentorship.
Human Resources and Other Resources Management
- Overall human resources management and development of Centre staff.
- Continuously monitor staff performance levels through formal and informal performance management processes.
- Ensure effective and efficient use of resources in line with the financial sustainability principles of the University.
Stakeholder Engagement and Management
- Develop and maintain strategic networks, partnerships, relationships with key stakeholders and research institutions, funding and donor agencies, and other local and international partners.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A relevant doctorate
- Eight (8) years’ experience in higher education, with at least five years in a senior managerial role in a research environment (industry, government or academic), in particular:
- Proven experience as an academic leader and established researcher;
- A solid academic track record with research interests in an appropriate field;
- Experience of transdisciplinary research in Africa and internationally;
- An established network of stakeholders relevant to the vision of the Centre;
- Experience in training and developing emerging researchers;
- Proven experience in fundraising and generating third-stream income;
- Proven experience in technical and non-technical report writing;
- Proven managerial expertise, skills and competencies in all areas required to manage the Centre, including knowledge of and experience in finance, human resources, marketing and engagement; and
- A valid driver's licence.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of higher education research and the research management landscape.
- Ability to deal with complex environments.
- Excellent skills in academic planning, financial planning, staff performance management and coordination of all other operational aspects of research programmes and projects.
- Advanced digital literacy skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Advanced strategic professional and academic leadership.
- Ability to drive and align the vision for the Centre with the vision of the University.
- Excellent communication and appropriate language skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
- Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders and donor agencies.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
The following documents must be attached when applying for this position:
- A cover letter, comprehensive CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, as well as a full employment history
- Certified copies of qualifications and identity document
- A self-evaluation of suitability for appointment in the post
- Vision for the Centre in a national and international context
- The names and contact details of at least three referees (one national and two international) who can attest to the candidate’s academic stature and leadership qualities
The University reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to make a presentation. The topic and further details will only be provided to shortlisted candidates.
All shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in relevant skills and competencies assessments as part of the selection process.
CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2024
Applications not complying with the minimum requirements and applications that are received after the closing date will not be considered.
ENQUIRIES:
Position related enquiries: Ms S Mbuyisa, Tel: (012) 420 2375, or e-mail: sithembile.mbuyisa@up.ac.za.
Application process-related enquiries: Ms JF Chimhamhiwa, Tel: (012) 420 6149 or e-mail: jeovitah.chimhamhiwa@up.ac.za
UP is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
Preference may be given under the University's Employment Equity Plan and its Employment Equity goals and targets, but it is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the appointment requirements are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. UP reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.
LECTURER (SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY)
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25557
Location Humanities
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
DEPARTMENT OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY
LECTURER
In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will be expected to engage in:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)
ADDED ADVANTAGES OR PREFERENCES
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and Umvuzo medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for:
In applying for this post, please attach:
CLOSING DATE: 23 July 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with atleast the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, Tel: (012) 420 4856/ dineo.mahlangu@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof Jeanie van der Linde, Tel.: (012) 420 2948/ jeannie.vanderlinde@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content. Please note: no applications will be received via these email addresses and candidates should apply on the Careers@UP portal as stated above.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
LECTURER (SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY)
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25557
Location Humanities
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
DEPARTMENT OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY
LECTURER
In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will be expected to engage in:
- Teaching, curriculum development and co-ordinating programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Supervising postgraduate research commensurate with the post level;
- Clinical supervision of undergraduate students;
- Conducting research commensurate with the level of appointment and actively contributing to the Department’s research profile;
- Performing various academic and administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department;
- Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research and community engagement;
- Contribute to transdisciplinary engagements in teaching and research.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology;
- Registration with the HPCSA as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the independent practitioner category;
- Evidence of research productivity (e.g. conference presentations; publications in peer-reviewed journals or equivalent, including significant progress with PhD studies).
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)
- Professional practice experience as a speech-language pathologist;
- Ability to train speech-language pathology students;
- Ability to lecture in at least two, but preferably more, of the following areas on the undergraduate level: dysfluency in pediatric and adult populations, normal development; speech and language sample analysis; speech sciences, secondary professional functions;
- Demonstrate a clear research focus.
ADDED ADVANTAGES OR PREFERENCES
- Registration with the HPCSA as a speech-language pathologist for three years or more;
- Experience in lecturing at the undergraduate level;
- Experience in supervision at the postgraduate master's level;
- A doctoral degree.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and Umvuzo medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for:
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Copies of qualifications and current HPCSA registration;
- A brief self-evaluation indicating how the candidate meets the requirements of the position;
- A brief outline of the candidate’s completed and current research activities, as well as envisioned future research;
- The candidate’s envisioned contribution to the Department;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 23 July 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with atleast the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, Tel: (012) 420 4856/ dineo.mahlangu@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof Jeanie van der Linde, Tel.: (012) 420 2948/ jeannie.vanderlinde@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content. Please note: no applications will be received via these email addresses and candidates should apply on the Careers@UP portal as stated above.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR - DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (2 POSTS)
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25552
Location EBIT
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting – Academic
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (2 Posts)
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
Associate Professor/Professor: Project Management (full-time or part-time position)
Associate Professor/Professor: Engineering Management (full-time or part-time position)
The Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM) is the first graduate school of its kind in South Africa and also the largest in Africa. The GSTM provides management skills and knowledge training to practising engineers and scientists. The GSTM offers internationally recognised postgraduate programmes at honours, masters and doctoral level in Technology and Innovation Management, Engineering Management and Project Management. Research is a high priority for the GSTM.
Successful candidates should be committed to excellence in Project Management and Engineering Management research and postgraduate teaching (expertise in research methodologies and virtual, hybrid and face-to-face will be advantageous).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
It will be expected of the successful candidates to:
- Teach post-graduate modules on the programme focus areas of the GSTM;
- Supervise postgraduate Master’s and Doctoral students;
- Consistently publish research articles in the foremost internationally accredited journals;
- Conduct research in a highly productive manner;
- Raise and manage additional funding from national and international funding agencies and industry to support the activities of the relevant GSTM research areas;
- Expand existing research programmes or initiate new research programmes;
- Perform assigned departmental duties (e.g. of an administrative nature).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate Professor
- A BSc or BScEng or BEng degree;
- A Masters’ degree;
- A relevant PhD degree that follows on the previous qualification;
- Industry experience especially within the field of Project Management or Engineering Management;
- Expertise and research experience in one or more of the specialist areas of the Project Management or Engineering Management research groups in the Department;
- Publications in accredited journals;
- At least six years’ experience at a tertiary academic institution or industry related experience;
- A record of previous undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching experience, including supervision of Masters and/or Doctoral students;
- An established and nationally recognised record of research supported by publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
Professor:
- Same as for Associate Professor, plus;
- A well-established and internationally recognised record of research supported by publications in high quality peer reviewed journals;
- At least eight years’ experience at a tertiary academic institution or industry related experience;
- A record of previous undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching experience, including graduation of Doctoral students;
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Evidence of teaching excellence to large postgraduate classes;
- Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complement the Department’s research focus area;
- Related industry work or consulting experience;
- Candidates registered or registerable as Professional Engineer with ECSA;
- NRF rating.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A cover letter summarizing relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests;
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications
- A brief teaching portfolio;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation.
CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms A Segeri, Tel: (012) 420 2100 / E-mail: amogelang.segeri@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof Elma van der Lingen, E-mail: elma.vanderlingen@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
ITS SECURITY MANAGER - DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25542
Location Information Technology Service
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
ITS SECURITY MANAGER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 7
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
JOB PURPOSE:
The purpose of the job is to provide life cycle management of the information security environment by architecting, planning, acquiring, implementing, maintaining and retiring strategies, policies, procedures, systems and equipment, to ensure a secure and auditable data processing, storage and communication environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Security Architecture and Strategy:
- Develop an Information Security Architecture;
- Plan, develop, implement, maintain and test security strategy;
- Ensure infrastructure architecture and security solutions are implemented in line with industry best practices;
- Provide support to IT projects that require security solutions;
- Advise on information security opportunities that can be adapted to meet strategic objectives;
- Be responsible for developing and supporting cyber security strategies and initiatives;
- Plan and co-ordinate implementation of defences against security breaches and vulnerabilities;
- Evaluate systems based on security requirements;
- Co-ordinate a strategy to prevent, detect and monitor possible unauthorized intrusion/access;
- Co-ordination of IT security activities, security policies and standards:
- Liaise with the IT Risk and Compliance Manager;
- Study and stay current with industry standard best practices for IT security, and emerging security trends and tools;
- Develop and maintain relevant operational security policies, practices and procedures consistent with legislation and best practices on diverse environments;
- Provide guidance to operational teams by defining access privileges, control structures and resources;
- Audits and security incidents:
- Function as team leader of the ITS CSIRT;
- Co-ordinate investigations of suspected and actual security breaches, issues and incidents, with their resolutions by the CSIRT, in accordance with the security incident management process;
- Produce reports of investigations into suspected and actual security breaches with recommendations, and ensure that remedial action is taken;
- Participate in audits and compliance reviews, and co-ordinate the required actions to ensure identified operational security gaps are addressed;
- Establish relationships with law enforcement, Internet service providers, the SANReN/TENET, CSIRT, etc., to facilitate the gathering of evidence and potential prosecution of attackers;
- Threats and risk analysis:
- Proactively assess and identify risks and mitigating strategies within the ITS Operations Division;
- Co-ordinate and ensure regular external and internal vulnerability scans and penetration testing;
- Co-ordinate research into and assessment of the impact of new threats by the ITS CSIRT;
- Analyse malware behaviour, network infection patterns, and security incidents;
- Subscribe to, and consider, threat reports and advisories from relevant CSIRTs and vendors, and co- ordinate pro-active ITS responses as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- B Degree in an applicable field such as Computer Science, Informatics, Information Technology, or Engineering with five years’ IT Security experience, with:
- Four years’ experience in/with:
- An ITS security environment;
- A Unix/Linux and MS Server operating systems, and Oracle/SQL databases.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Knowledge of:
- Life-cycle management of IT systems and data;
- Relevant legislation;
- An understanding of best practices for security management;
- Security frameworks such as Zero Trust, Defence in Depth;
- Unified Threat Management (UTM);
- Policy and compliance tools;
- Technical competencies:
- Vendor-specific products and training;
- Computer literacy;
- Behavioural competencies:
- Communication skills;
- Interpersonal skills;
- Independent worker with initiative.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Honour's Degree in an applicable field such as Computer Science, Informatics, Information Technology or Engineering;
- One-year experience in Penetration testing;
- One to three years’ experience in:
- Project management in IT environment;
- Security Attack pathologies (network threat analysis);
- Systems analysis and synthesis;
- CompTIA Security +/ GSEC/ CISM/ / CEH / CISSP.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms V Makhubele, Tel: (012) 420 6920 for application-related enquiries and Mr Z Adam, Tel: (012) 420 4234 for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.