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UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
MANAGER: POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/VV36
GRADE 6
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU), located in the Northern KwaZulu Natal Province, is a Comprehensive University, with two campuses – one in KwaDlangezwa and the other in Richards Bay. The University is seeking to recruit a Manager, responsible for Postgraduate Studies and Information Management.
The Manager provides operational management and leadership to the Postgraduate Studies and Information Management portfolio and implements interventions to support academic staff and students in postgraduate studies across the University. The Manager reports to the Director of Research and Innovation and enforces postgraduate studies policies, procedures, and guidelines, and works with teams to deliver the postgraduate studies and postgraduate information management priorities reflected in the University Strategy. The Manager contributes towards building an enriched postgraduate student experience and services the administration of the Higher Degrees Committee structures. The Manager is responsible for supervising capacity development interventions for all staff and postgraduate students, supervising NRF and non-NRF related bursary services for all postgraduate students, and ensuring policy and procedural compliance in postgraduate research supervision and mentorship. A key role is the coordination of capacity development of postdoctoral fellows through the postdoctoral training programme. The incumbent plays a key managerial role in building systems for good governance, responsible engagement with diverse communities, postgraduate student recruitment.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• Postgraduate Research, Supervision Development support, and Postdoctoral fellowships training
• Postgraduate Research Compliance and Information Management
• Portfolio Management, Network and External partnership development
• Staff Management, Communication, and Administration
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum: a Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Leadership and Management, Information Studies, or any field in Natural or Applied Science, is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience working in the administration of postgraduate studies or equivalent at a Higher Education Institution.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing strategies and plans for postgraduate studies support, writing policy, grant writing, network development, and/or compliance management.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at a supervisory level.
PREFERENCES
• A doctoral degree would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in database management, student information systems, NRF online system, Turn-it-in, Quest, Infonetica, HDMS, Odyssey, OnBase, etc. is an advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
• Postgraduate studies policies and procedures, postgraduate recruitment strategies,
• Computer Literacy (Ms Word and MS Excel), Online Application Systems
• Project and risk Management
• Minutes taking, Meeting Agenda Preparation
• Council on Higher Education frameworks and policies, and guidelines
• NRF bursaries
• Professional bodies - national and international (RIMAs)
Skills
• Research methodologies, Grant writing, Policy development
• Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Time management and interpersonal skills
• Coordination skills
• Budgeting
• Leadership and management
Behaviour / Attributes
• Problem solving and decision making
• Take responsibility
• Attention to detail
• Customer oriented
• Communicative
• Honesty
• Goal driven
• Team player
• Resourcefulness
CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered, and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled, or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
MANAGER: POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/VV36
GRADE 6
The University of Zululand (UNIZULU), located in the Northern KwaZulu Natal Province, is a Comprehensive University, with two campuses – one in KwaDlangezwa and the other in Richards Bay. The University is seeking to recruit a Manager, responsible for Postgraduate Studies and Information Management.
The Manager provides operational management and leadership to the Postgraduate Studies and Information Management portfolio and implements interventions to support academic staff and students in postgraduate studies across the University. The Manager reports to the Director of Research and Innovation and enforces postgraduate studies policies, procedures, and guidelines, and works with teams to deliver the postgraduate studies and postgraduate information management priorities reflected in the University Strategy. The Manager contributes towards building an enriched postgraduate student experience and services the administration of the Higher Degrees Committee structures. The Manager is responsible for supervising capacity development interventions for all staff and postgraduate students, supervising NRF and non-NRF related bursary services for all postgraduate students, and ensuring policy and procedural compliance in postgraduate research supervision and mentorship. A key role is the coordination of capacity development of postdoctoral fellows through the postdoctoral training programme. The incumbent plays a key managerial role in building systems for good governance, responsible engagement with diverse communities, postgraduate student recruitment.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• Postgraduate Research, Supervision Development support, and Postdoctoral fellowships training
• Postgraduate Research Compliance and Information Management
• Portfolio Management, Network and External partnership development
• Staff Management, Communication, and Administration
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum: a Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Leadership and Management, Information Studies, or any field in Natural or Applied Science, is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience working in the administration of postgraduate studies or equivalent at a Higher Education Institution.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing strategies and plans for postgraduate studies support, writing policy, grant writing, network development, and/or compliance management.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at a supervisory level.
PREFERENCES
• A doctoral degree would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in database management, student information systems, NRF online system, Turn-it-in, Quest, Infonetica, HDMS, Odyssey, OnBase, etc. is an advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
• Postgraduate studies policies and procedures, postgraduate recruitment strategies,
• Computer Literacy (Ms Word and MS Excel), Online Application Systems
• Project and risk Management
• Minutes taking, Meeting Agenda Preparation
• Council on Higher Education frameworks and policies, and guidelines
• NRF bursaries
• Professional bodies - national and international (RIMAs)
Skills
• Research methodologies, Grant writing, Policy development
• Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Time management and interpersonal skills
• Coordination skills
• Budgeting
• Leadership and management
Behaviour / Attributes
• Problem solving and decision making
• Take responsibility
• Attention to detail
• Customer oriented
• Communicative
• Honesty
• Goal driven
• Team player
• Resourcefulness
CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered, and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled, or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
MANAGER: ICT GOVERNANCE
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/IT02
GRADE 7
The purpose of this position is to ensure overall departmental compliance with IT governance and related standards. The Manager will also drive IT risk mitigation, including business continuity and disaster recovery; drive the resolution of IT audit findings; and management reporting.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• IT Governance Frameworks
• IT Risk Management Audit
• IT Compliance
• Incident and Response Management
• Documentation and Reporting
• Security Architecture and Implementation
• Ad hoc Key Tasks: IT Governance Frameworks
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in IT or a related field of study.
• Minimum five (5) years relevant experience.
PREFERENCES
• IT Governance certification (ITIL or COBIT) would be an added advantage.
• Experience in a Higher Education environment would be an added advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge and Skills
• The ability to be persuasive and be able to communicate GRC-related concepts to staff
• Ability to map business needs to technology solutions
• Implementation of the ICT strategy in the insurance
• Must have excellent corporate governance principles
• Thorough understanding of technical elements
• Negotiation skills
• Conflict Resolution
Behaviour / Attributes
• Resilience
• Innovative
• Deadline driven
• Self-starter
• Customer service orientated
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Fairness
• Conscientious and Meticulous
• Honest
• Hardworking
CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
MANAGER: ICT GOVERNANCE
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/IT02
GRADE 7
The purpose of this position is to ensure overall departmental compliance with IT governance and related standards. The Manager will also drive IT risk mitigation, including business continuity and disaster recovery; drive the resolution of IT audit findings; and management reporting.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• IT Governance Frameworks
• IT Risk Management Audit
• IT Compliance
• Incident and Response Management
• Documentation and Reporting
• Security Architecture and Implementation
• Ad hoc Key Tasks: IT Governance Frameworks
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in IT or a related field of study.
• Minimum five (5) years relevant experience.
PREFERENCES
• IT Governance certification (ITIL or COBIT) would be an added advantage.
• Experience in a Higher Education environment would be an added advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge and Skills
• The ability to be persuasive and be able to communicate GRC-related concepts to staff
• Ability to map business needs to technology solutions
• Implementation of the ICT strategy in the insurance
• Must have excellent corporate governance principles
• Thorough understanding of technical elements
• Negotiation skills
• Conflict Resolution
Behaviour / Attributes
• Resilience
• Innovative
• Deadline driven
• Self-starter
• Customer service orientated
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Fairness
• Conscientious and Meticulous
• Honest
• Hardworking
CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
PROJECT MANAGER: INFRASTRUCTURE
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/IT03
GRADE 7
The purpose of this position is to coordinate and drive the delivery of ICT projects, including the HDI-funded ones. The Project Manager will also need to implement a mature project-based approach in the delivery of ICT services, including:
• Training of the project teams on official project methodology and related technologies,
• Reporting on Project Progress and Risks.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• Coordination and Management of ICT Projects
• Training of Project Teams
• Stakeholder Management
• Facilitate seamless transfer of Projects to Support and Service Management
• Support ongoing ICT-enabled business transformation
• Change Management
• Budget Management
• Reporting
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Relevant Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in IT or a related field of study.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in managing multiple large complex projects or programmes, including at least two (2) years’ Project Management experience for major, complex, cross-cutting, ICT delivery projects.
• Be familiar with and have specific experience with end-to-end management of the following ICT projects and programs:
- Data Centre – Civil Works, Building/Constructions.
- Data Centre – Fiber/Electrical Infrastructure Upgrades.
- Integration Infrastructure Testing and Cut overs in a LIVE environment.
PREFERENCES
• Experience in a Higher Education environment would be an added advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge and Skills
• Understanding of the Health and Safety Act
• Stakeholder management
• Relationship Building
• Communication
• Planning and Organising
• Troubleshooting
• Analytical
• People Management
• Time Management
Behaviour / Attributes
• Resilience
• Innovative
• Deadline driven
• Self-starter
• Customer service orientated
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Fairness
• Conscientious and Meticulous
• Honest
• Hardworking
CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/08/HR60
GRADE 10
The purpose of this position is to support Human Resources service delivery to meet agreed service standards. Provide input into the development and delivery of integrated HR functions.
KEY ACTIVITIES
• HR General Administration
• Recruitment and Selection
• Benefits Administration and on-boarding
• Administration and Monitoring of Employees’ Probation and Performance Management System
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• National Diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent HR-related qualification,
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the Human Resources Management field, preferably in the Higher Education Sector.
PREFERENCES
• A degree in Human Resources Management is an added advantage.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
• Human Resources Management
• Employment Contracts
• HR Processes, Policies and Procedures
• HR Legislation (Skills Development Act, Skills Levies Act, BCEA, etc.)
• HRIS
• Employee Benefits
• HR Benchmarking
Skills
• Communication
• Interpersonal
• Numeracy
• Time Management
• Planning and Organising
• Reporting
• Conflict Handling
• Mentorship and Coaching
Behaviour / Attributes
• Self-Motivated
• Customer Focused
• Team Player
• Initiative
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical
• Confidentiality
• Integrity
CLOSING DATE: 15 August 2024
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply.
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University.
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.