WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU) VACANCIES

 
 
Walter Sisulu University is a multi-campus, comprehensive University, with its seat at its Nelson Mandela Drive campus in Mthatha. The University has four campuses in Mthatha, Butterworth, Buffalo City and Queenstown. Applications are hereby invited for the following position based in Buffalo City Campus. 
 
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT 
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 
DEPARTMENT OF NETWORKING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT 
LECTURER (P8) CONTRACT (1 YEAR Renewable) 
REF NO: WSU-BCC-FEBEIT 11/2024/01 
 
Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Science. 

 
Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years lecturing experience in an institution of higher learning 
• Evidence of research publication/conference presentations will be an added advantage. 

 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Facilitate Information Technology Support and Governance III, Support Services II and supervise Project IV students. 
• Prepare and regularly update curricula and course material for lectures in accordance with SAQA, CHE, and DHET requirements and maintain quality assurance. 
• Coordinate all student programmes within the department as per required standard operating procedures. 
• Participate in departmental activities as required, including research, continuous professional development, community engagement, partnerships, and collaboration strengthening. 
• Contribute towards Faculty and Departmental research initiates. 
• Contribute to Academic citizenship and provide Faculty and University service. 
• Assist with Academic administration and Quality Assurance initiatives. 
• Perform and carry delegated administrative duties of the department. 

 
Skills and Competencies Required: 
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate students. 
• Competence in Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitation. 
• Ability to mentor and guide students in their academic and career development, providing feedback and support for research projects. 
• Commitment to ongoing research, staying updated with advancements, and incorporating relevant findings into teaching. 
• Strong collaborative skills, working effectively with colleagues, industry professionals, 
and fostering a collaborative learning environment. 
• Proactive approach to improving teaching methods, integrating new technologies, and seeking feedback for self-improvement. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Willingness to take extra workload. 
• High professional integrity and modesty. 


Interested applicants should send their applications which should contain a completed WSU application form obtainable at www.wsu.ac.za/vacancies together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications, full academic record and ID Copy and the names and contact details of three referees to the Human Resources Department, Private Bag X1421, East London, 5200 /Email: bcrecruitment@wsu.ac.za
Telephonic enquiries: (043) 708 5379, Mrs N Mwanda
 
Closing Date: 18 November 2024
 
Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within two months from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. Late applications will not be accepted.
 
“WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.
 
 
 
 
 

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Walter Sisulu University is a multi-campus, comprehensive University, with its seat at its Nelson Mandela Drive campus in Mthatha. The University has four campuses in Mthatha, Butterworth, Buffalo City and Queenstown. Applications are hereby invited for the following position based in Buffalo City Campus.
 
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 
LECTURER X2 (P8) CONTRACT (1 YEAR Renewable) 
REF NO: WSU-BCC-FEBEIT 11/2024/02
 
Qualifications:
• A Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) OR applicant must be a registered candidate with ECSA is a requirement.(Provide proof)
 
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years lecturing experience in an institution of higher learning
• Evidence of research publication/conference presentations will be an added advantage.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Lecture Mechanics of Machines and Strength of Materials up to level 3
• Prepare and regularly update curriculums and course material for lectures in accordance with SAQA, CHE, and DHET requirements and maintain quality assurance.
• Coordinate all student programmes within the department as per required standard operating requirements.
• Participate in departmental activities as required, including research, continuous professional development, Community engagement, partnerships, and collaboration strengthening.
• Contribute towards Faculty and Departmental research initiates.
• Contribute to Academic citizenship and provide Faculty and University service.
• Assist with Academic administration and Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Performing and carrying delegated administrative duties of the department;
 
Skills and Competencies Required:
• Demonstrated abilities to teach undergraduate students.
• Problem Based Learning (PBL) Teaching skill.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in their academic and career development, providing feedback and support for research projects.
• Commitment to ongoing research, staying updated with advancements, and incorporating relevant findings into teaching.
• Strong collaborative skills, working effectively with colleagues, industry professionals, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Proactive approach to improving teaching methods, integrating new technologies, and seeking feedback for self-improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 
Interested applicants should send their applications which should contain a completed WSU application form obtainable at www.wsu.ac.za/vacancies together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications, full academic record and ID Copy and the names and contact details of three referees to the Human Resources Department,, Private Bag X1421, East London, 5200.
 
Email: bcrecruitment@wsu.ac.za; Telephonic enquiries: (043) 708 5379, Mrs N Mwanda
 
Closing Date: 11 November 2024
 
Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within two months from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. Late applications will not be accepted.
 
“WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.

​
Walter Sisulu University is a multi-campus, comprehensive University, with its seat at its Nelson Mandela Drive campus in Mthatha. The University has four campuses in Mthatha, Butterworth, Buffalo City and Queenstown. Applications are hereby invited for the following position based in Buffalo City Campus.
 
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 
LECTURER (P8) CONTRACT (1 YEAR Renewable) 
REF NO: WSU-BCC-FEBEIT 11/2024/01
 
Qualifications:
• A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) OR an applicant must be a registered candidate with ECSA is a requirement.(Provide proof)
 
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years lecturing experience in an institution of higher learning
• Evidence of research publication/conference presentations will be an added advantage.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Lecture Power Electronics up to BEng Tech/ Advanced Diploma level
• Develop and regularly update Power Electronics curriculum and laboratory experiments up to the Advanced Diploma level in accordance with SAQA, CHE, and DHET requirements and maintain quality assurance.
• Coordinate all student programmes within the department as per required standard operating requirements.
• Participate in departmental activities as required, including research, continuous professional development, Community engagement, partnerships, and collaboration strengthening.
• Contribute towards Faculty and Departmental research initiates.
• Contribute to Academic citizenship and provide Faculty and University service.
• Assist with Academic administration and Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Performing and carrying delegated administrative duties of the department;
 
Skills and Competencies Required:
• Demonstrated abilities to teach undergraduate students.
• Problem Based Learning (PBL) Teaching skill.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in their academic and career development, providing feedback and support for research projects.
• Commitment to ongoing research, staying updated with advancements, and incorporating relevant findings into teaching.
• Strong collaborative skills, working effectively with colleagues, industry professionals, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Proactive approach to improving teaching methods, integrating new technologies, and seeking feedback for self-improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 
 
Interested applicants should send their applications which should contain a completed WSU application form obtainable at www.wsu.ac.za/vacancies together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications, full academic record and ID Copy and the names and contact details of three referees to the Human Resources Department,, Private Bag X1421, East London, 5200.
 
Email: bcrecruitment@wsu.ac.za; Telephonic enquiries: (043) 708 5379, Mrs N Mwanda
 
Closing Date: 11 November 2024
 
Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within two months from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. Late applications will not be accepted.
 
“WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.