UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE (UWC) VACANCIES

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PROJECT MANAGER: DSTI-NRF CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN FOOD SECURITY (4 YEAR CONTRACT POSITION)
Post Number 8722
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research & Innovation -> Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Type of Position Fixed Term Contract
Length of Contract Period 4 Year Contract position
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 7/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The DSTI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security (CoE-FS) is a national research initiative hosted by the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and co-hosted by the University of Pretoria (UP). Funded by the Department of Science Technology and Innovation (DSTI) and the National Research Foundation (NRF), the Centre conducts cutting-edge research on food security, nutrition, and food systems resilience in South Africa and beyond.
CoE-FS plays a critical role in policy development, capacity building, and knowledge dissemination by engaging with government, industry, and civil society. Its research focuses on food access, governance, and sustainability, aiming to improve food security outcomes in the region. The Centre also trains Master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral researchers, strengthening South Africa’s expertise in food security research. 
UKUDLA is an African-German research collaboration focused on food systems resilience and agricultural data science. It is led by the University of Hohenheim (Germany), the University of the Western Cape (South Africa), and the University of Pretoria (South Africa), with additional partners across Africa. Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), UKUDLA aims to enhance food system sustainability through interdisciplinary research, training, and international knowledge exchange. UKUDLA provides structured PhD, postdoctoral, and research fellowships, supporting scholars across South Africa, Germany, and Malawi. It emphasizes transdisciplinary approaches, combining agriculture, data science, and policy research to strengthen food security in Africa.
Both CoE-FS and UKUDLA focus on food security and sustainable food systems, with CoE-FS leading South Africa’s national research efforts, while UKUDLA enhances international collaboration and capacity building. Together, they contribute to evidence-based policy, interdisciplinary research, and the development of future leaders in food security and agricultural sciences. As the CoE-FS grows, it is expected that these multi-institutional, multi-year projects will be supplemented by new initiatives resulting from successful grant-raising.
The Project Manager for the DSTI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security (CoE-FS) and UKUDLA is responsible for the strategic project implementation and coordination, financial oversight, stakeholder engagement, and oversight of operational management of both research initiatives, and future large projects undertaken by the CoE-FS. This role ensures that the two programs align efficiently, avoiding duplication of efforts while maximising research impact, capacity-building, and financial sustainability.
 
Reporting to the Director: DSTI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security, the successful applicant will be responsible for:

• The overall office management, including overseeing the management of administrative and financial assistants, coordination of the undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment, transition and academic programs to ensure successful implementation.
• The overall financial management, oversight of the day-to-day budget management and timely submission of financial reports in accordance with approved budgets. 
• Oversight of the Centre’s procurement and asset management processes in accordance with the university’s policies.
• The governance and compliance with the funding agency’s terms, conditions and requirements and representing the Program Director on structures internally and externally.
• Oversight of the effective marketing and communication of the Scholars Program, in close liaison with the Department of Institutional advancement. 
• The Liaison with senior and middle management internally and key external agencies, including the funding body and implementing partners.
  
  

Minimum Requirements


Minimum Requirements:(Qualification & Experience)   

• A relevant Honours degree or a relevant equivalent qualification at NQF8. 
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in an environment similar to the Centre of excellence
• Extensive experience in managing grant funding and budgets 
• Extensive working experience in South African and European funding frameworks 
• Experience in managing stakeholder relations
• Experience in project management

 
Added Advantage:   

• Working experience in the Higher Education sector
• Registered for a NQF Level 9 degree in a relevant field.

 
Required competencies: (skills, knowledge, and behavioural attributes)

• Strategic project management: Ability to plan, implement, and monitor large-scale research programs.
• Financial governance: Experience in budgeting, financial tracking, and multi-donor grant reporting.
• Stakeholder relationship management: Ability to build partnerships across academia, government, and industry.
• Research coordination: Understanding of PhD and postdoctoral program administration.
• Digital proficiency: Strong command of Microsoft Office, project management tools, and digital communication platforms.

 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: RECORDS & ARCHIVES
Post Number 8025435/SC29
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Registrar -> Deputy Registrar: Secretariat & Policy Management -> Document, Records & Archive Management Services
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 4/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic institution that is cognisant of the volatile, uncertain, complex, ever-changing and challenging global environment. The University actively responds, in critical and creative ways, to the developmental needs of the local, national and international context.
The portfolio of the Registrar is responsible for advancing proper and legally compliant record management and archival functions at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The Documents, Records and Archive Management Services (DRAMS) office managed by the DRAMS Manager, assists the Registrar in this role, and is primarily responsible for documents, records, and archive management services at the University. The Administrative Officer: Records and Archives assists the DRAMS Office in executing its responsibility. 
The Administrative Officer: Records and Archives has a key role within the DRAMS Office, and assists the DRAMS Manager with advancing proper and legally compliant record management and archiving procedures at the University. This includes ensuring the smooth transfer of UWC records to the archives and coordinating the day- to-day operations of the Central Records and Archive Repositories. 
Reporting to the DRAMS Manager, the Administrative Officer: Records and Archives will facilitate the lifecycle of records by ensuring that UWC units transfer records of enduring value to the UWC Archives. 
*Records include inter alia: Documents, Records, Archival, Historical Material and Special Collections 
 
Key Performance Areas include but are not limited to: 

• Records and Archive processing;
• Special Collections processing;
• Records Access and Preservation; 
• Operational Support;
• Records Maintenance; 
• Archival Maintenance;
• Records Quality Assurance;
• Assist in educating users.

 
Minimum Requirements

Qualification and Experience:

• Grade 12, plus post-matric qualification (NQF6) in Records Management, Archival Studies, Library and Information Science or Museum Studies;
• At least 3 - 5 years’ experience in records management, archival procedures or library services;
• Computer literacy: MS Office Suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint;
• Knowledge of information and communication technologies related to records and archival collection management.

Added advantage:

• Experience working in a higher education environment would be considered advantageous;
• A Bachelor’s Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Records Management, Archival Studies, Library and Information Science, or museum studies would be advantageous;
• Experience and working knowledge of basic MS SharePoint.

 
Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Self-motivated;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Work within a team and is service-orientated; 
• Strong organisational and detail-oriented skills.

 
For further information about this position (but not applications), kindly contact the Manager, Mr Zizi Mlonyeni via email at zmlonyeni@uwc.ac.za.
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Post Number 8020447 (ITS: 5969)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Education -> Institute for Post School Studies 
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 5/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Faculty of Education Institute for Post-School Studies has a rich history of engaging with the key issues facing South African post-school education and training, and offers innovative, research-based postgraduate degree programmes in education. Our teaching and research interests cut across the interdisciplinary fields of history and philosophy of education, and draw on UWC's previous involvement in Education Policy Unit initiatives as well as research on higher education in Africa and beyond. We aim to strengthen the research profession by furthering studies in Higher Education within a changing national and international environment.
The Institute for Post-School Studies offers postgraduate programmes in Adult and Community Education and Training (ACET), Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Higher Education Studies. The Institute for Post-School Studies invites applications from suitably qualified applicants for the post of Associate Professor in Higher Education Studies.
 
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitate learning and teaching at postgraduate level in Higher Education Studies
• Provide academic leadership and administration
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment
• Conduct research and publish in Higher Education Studies
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
• Participate in community engagement and outreach projects
• Responsible for mentoring staff in teaching and research
• Serve on relevant Institute and Faculty committees.

 
Minimum Requirements

• A relevant PhD associated with Higher Education Studies
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching at postgraduate levels
• A strong research and academic publications record relevant to Higher Education Studies in the field of education
• An excellent record of successful postgraduate supervision
• Experience in Higher Education and curriculum transformation
• Experience in leading or participating in and securing research funding for large-scale research projects

Added Advantages:

• An NRF rating is a strong recommendation
• Experience in Higher Education postgraduate studies

 
Key Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work as a senior member of a professional department within the Faculty of Education
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student-focused approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement, as well as professional leadership

 
For further information regarding this position (but not applications), please contact the Director of the Institute for Post-School Studies, Dr S Needham, at sneedham@uwc.ac.za
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER
Post Number 8032051 (ITS A490)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Education -> Dean's Office: Education
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 12/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasingly global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context. 
The Faculty of Education’s vision is to advance excellence in teaching and scholarship towards a more critically informed and socially engaged citizenry. In this regard, it is creatively responding to national imperatives for education and training in the 21st century.  
As part of its promotion of the scholarship of teaching and learning, the Faculty seeks to appoint a Professor / Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in Information Technology (IT) Education & Computer Assisted Technology (CAT) Education within the Business Sciences Education Cluster (BSEC).
 
Key Performance Areas
The successful incumbent will make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty. He/ She will be responsible for the following key performance areas: 

• Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Information Technology (IT) Education, Computer
• Assisted Technology (CAT) Education, Robotics and Coding Theory
• Conduct research and publish in the fields of Information Technology (IT) Education, Computer Assisted Technology (CAT) Education, Robotics and Coding Theory
• Construct a coherent research agenda consistent with the broad research goals of the Business Sciences Education Cluster and within the Faculty
• Promote and support research activities in the Business Sciences Education Cluster including applications for funded research, and cooperation with SSME and SLCA in research initiatives
• Postgraduate supervision
• Provide academic leadership
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Scholarship of engagement for societal impact
• Serve on committees devoted to the development of the Business Sciences Education Cluster and faculty objectives

 
Minimum Requirements


Minimum requirements for appointment at the rank of Professor:

• A PhD or equivalent, in the field of Information Technology (IT) Education or Computer Science Education or a related field
• A qualification with Computer Science OR Information Systems
• A strong academic record, with extensive experience in facilitating learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, preferably in one of the following subject areas: Information Technology (IT) Education,
  Computer Assisted Technology (CAT) Education, Robotics and Coding Theory
• A strong track record of quality academic research with at least 15 DHET accredited publications related to the field of IT Education and/or CAT Education
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision of Masters and PhD students
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and definite international presence in his/her discipline.
• The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research
• Leadership experience at both departmental and faculty levels
• Undergraduate computer science/information systems at NQF level 6

 
Minimum requirements for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor:

• A PhD or equivalent, in the field of Information Technology (IT) Education or Computer Science Education or a related field
• A qualification with Computer Science OR Information Systems
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, preferably in one of the following subject areas: Information Technology (IT) Education, Computer Assisted Technology (CAT) Education, Robotics and Coding Theory
• A track record of quality academic research with at least 10 DHET-accredited publications related to the field of IT Education and/or CAT Education
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision of Masters and PhD students
• Evidence of expertise and national standing in his/her field of research
• The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research
• Leadership experience at both departmental and faculty levels
• Undergraduate computer science/information systems at NQF level 6

 
Minimum requirements for appointment at the rank of Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD or equivalent, in the field of Information Technology (IT) Education or Computer Science Education or a related field 
• A qualification with Computer Science OR Information Systems
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, preferably in one of the following subject areas: Information Technology (IT) Education, Computer Assisted Technology (CAT) Education, Robotics and Coding Theory
• A track record of quality academic research with at least 4 DHET accredited publications related to the field of IT Education and/or CAT Education
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision of Masters and PhD students 
• Evidence of expertise and national standing in his/her field of research 
• The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research 
• Leadership experience at both departmental and faculty levels 
• Undergraduate computer science/information systems at NQF level 6

 
The following would be added advantages and/or recommendations for the Professor level (in addition to the above minimum requirements):

• A NRF Rating is a strong recommendation

 
For further information about this position (but not applications), please contact Prof R Govender by email at rgovender@uwc.ac.za.
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​SENIOR LECTURER IN POLITICAL STUDIES
Post Number 3599 (ITS: A646)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Political Studies
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates the students across multiple disciplines including Accounting, Finance, Management, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies, School of Government (including Public Administration) and the Academic Literacies Progamme.
Political Studies is an inclusive and engaged department, recognised internationally for our cutting-edge research, as well as innovative teaching and learning. Externally, we work collaboratively with a range of academic and civil society partners, and internally we strive for a collegial and stimulating working environment.
 
The successful candidate for Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political Studies will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitate learning, especially through lecturing, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Political Studies, particularly International Relations, Comparative Politics or Research Methodology
• Conduct research and publish in Political Studies
• Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
• Provide academic leadership and administration
• Undertake curriculum development and assessment
• Participate in community engagement and outreach
• Contribute to a stimulating and collegial departmental culture of engaged scholarship

 
Minimum Requirements

• Doctoral qualification in the field of Political Studies
• Demonstrated experience in lecturing Political Studies, preferably in the field of International Relations, Comparative Politics or Research Methodology
• A record of publications (including articles in peer-reviewed academic journals), preferably in the field of International Relations or Comparative Politics
• A record of successful supervision at Honours and Masters level
• Demonstrated competence in community engagement

 Added advantages:

• Supervision experience at Doctoral level
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership and administration

Key competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student focused approach
• Planning and organisational skills, including time management
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership

 
For further information (but not applications), please contact Prof Cherrel Africa on cjafrica@uwc.ac.za.
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Post Number 8033557 (ITS :SA91)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Student Development & Support -> Residential Services
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Unibell residence - ZA
Closing Date 1/9/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Division for Student Development and Support (SDS) plays a leading role in creating a holistically focused, enabling environment and provides excellent opportunities for students to develop to their full potential as active scholars and responsive citizens in South Africa.
Applications for the post of Administrative Officer: Student Leadership Support (Res Life), are invited from dynamic and vibrant individuals with demonstrated student housing experience within a tertiary institution, who have a quest for constant self-improvement and development and the growth and development of others. Applicants must be client-service orientated and passionate about supporting the organization’s strategic deliverables with regards to their students and their co-curriculum development and well-being.
 
The Successful Candidate will be Responsible for:

• General Administrative Support (includes Database Capturing and Reconciling for Reporting Purposes) to the ResLife Student Leadership Support Coordinator
• General House Committee and Central House Committee Procurement Support to the ResLife Student Leadership Support Coordinator
• General Eventing, Marketing Support and Social Media Monitoring to and on behalf of the ResLife Student Leadership Support Coordinator (includes after hours, on-site support)
• Driving, Supporting and Administration of the all RS Student Leadership Elections Processes
• Administrative and Implementation Support of Elections schedules for House Committees and the Central House Committee
• Attendance of all elections-related meetings and minute-taking
• Support with the Inauguration, Induction, and Orientation of elected House Committees and the Central House Committee
• Collation of training materials including manuals, resources, hand-outs etc
• Receiving and screening of Event requisitions and attached budgets for final sign off from the Coordinator and ResLife Manager
• Setting up, maintaining, monitoring, responding to, and updating social networking sites and programme marketing strategies on behalf of Student Leadership Support
• Managing diary appointments and scheduling student engagement activities for the Student Leadership Coordinator and broader RS Management
• Ensuring budget allocations across student leadership structures are captured accurately and tracked as programme implementation occurs (must adhere to Procurement Policy and parameters set for student leaders’ access to funding for programming)

 
Minimum Requirements

• A National Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) in Project and/or Office Management or related
• 2 to 5 years demonstrated experience in a project administrative and implementation capacity
• A valid SA driver’s license for a minimum of 2 years

 
Core Experience

• Excellent skills in terms of office and project administration
• Have a demonstrated understanding of procurement activities and processes in previous work experience
• Prior experience must demonstrate experience in working with young people in a higher educational setting
• The applicant must be prepared to work after hours to accommodate availability of students for programming
• Evidence of participation in training and related activities

Advantageous:

• A Post Matric qualification (NQF 7)  in Project and/or Office Management

 
Required competencies:

• Excellent organizational skills
• The ability to multi-task
• The ability to exercise discretion
• Independent judgement 
• The ability to meet tight deadlines 
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) 
• Initiative taking
• Excellent interpersonal skills

 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE