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WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU)
 
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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 Komani Campus.
 
 INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT AFFAIRS 
MANAGER: STUDENT COUNSELLING UNIT (P7) 
PERMANENT 
Ref: WSU-KOM/2025/15
 
Qualification:
  • Master’s degree in psychology (Counselling/Clinical/Educational) 
  • Registration as a Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa in the following categories (Clinical, Counselling, Educational) is mandatory. 
  • Valid South African Driver's License (Code 8 or 10) 
 
Minimum Experience: 
  • Minimum of 6 (six) years’ experience as a practising Psychologist in Student Counselling, preferably in an Institution of Higher Learning. 
 
Key performance areas: 
  • Mental health and Wellness 
  • Human Resource Management 
  • Financial Management 
  • Project Management 
  • Education and Training 
  • Research and Seminar/Conference presentation 
  • Monitoring, evaluation and reporting 
 
Key Competencies 
  • Technical/Professional knowledge and skill 
  • Report writing 
  • People management, including performance management 
  • Client/student service 
  • Communication skills 
  • Building interpersonal relationships 
  • Building partnerships 
  • Teamwork 
  • Adaptability 
  • Planning and organising 
  • Decision-making and problem-solving 
  • Ethical work standards 
  • Results-focused 
  • Stress tolerance 
  • Continuous Professional Development 
  • Financial management skills 
  • Monitoring and evaluation 
 
 
Interested applicants should send their applications 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, 280 Shepstone Road, Whittlesea, 5360 
 
Email: hrqtn@wsu.ac.za Telephonic enquiries: (040) 842 6812, Mr S April 
 
Closing Date: 19 November 2025 
 
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. 
 
“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 (Komani Campus).
 
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
 
DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT AFFAIRS REGISTERED COUNSELLOR: STUDENT COUNSELLING UNIT (9) PERMANENT Ref: WSU-KOM/2025/14
 
Qualification:
  • Bachelor of Psychology 
  • Active registration as a Registered Counsellor with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) 
  • Valid South African driver's license (Code 8 or 10) 
 
Minimum Experience: 
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant working experience in an Institution of Higher Learning environment 
 
Key performance areas: 
  • Mental health and Wellness support 
  • Career Counselling and Employability Development 
  • Orientation and ongoing induction programs for FTENS and postgraduate students 
  • Project Management 
  • Faculty-linked Psycho-education and training 
  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting 
 
Key Competencies 
  • Counselling skills 
  • Technical/Professional knowledge and skill 
  • Client/student service 
  • Communication
  • Building interpersonal relationships 
  • Building partnerships 
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Planning and organizing 
  • Decision-making and problem solving 
  • High work standards 
  • Results focused 
  • Stress tolerance 
  • Continuous learning 
  • Research support skills. 
 
 
Interested applicants should send their applications 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, 280 Shepstone Road, Whittlesea, 5360 
 
Email: hrqtn@wsu.ac.za
 
Telephonic enquiries: (040) 842 6812, Mr S April 
 
Closing Date: 16 November 2025 
 
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. 
 
“WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.











​EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: OPERATIONS AND ICT SERVICES
MTHATHA CAMPUS
 
The Executive Director: Operations and ICT is a strategic leadership position responsible for providing executive oversight, direction, and coordination of the University’s operations portfolio, which includes Facilities Management, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Project Management Office (PMO) and Residence Administration and Student Accommodation (RASA). The incumbent will ensure quality service delivery in infrastructure sustainability, digital transformation, and student accommodation that is aimed at supporting the University’s academic mission. 
The position reports to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Institutional Support and Development. 
 
Key Performance Areas: • Strategic leadership and Governance • Infrastructure and Facilities Management • Information and Communication Technology (ICT) • Residence Administration and Student Accommodation • Operational Risk Management and Compliance • Financial and Resource Management • Human Resources Management. 
 
Minimum Requirements: • A relevant Master’s degree (e.g. in Engineering, Built, Facilities/Operations Management, Information Technology or Business Administration) • At least 10 years’ of progressive experience in operations (facilities management, ICT, or related areas), preferably within the higher education sector • At least 5 years’ must have been in a senior position in a large organization, preferably a tertiary institution • Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects. 
 
 
Contact person: Warrior Talent invites candidates with relevant experience to submit their applications to: lumka@warriortalent.co.za.
All materials and communications will be held in absolute confidence. 
 
CV’s should be accompanied by certified copies of qualification/certificates, driver’s license and identity document. Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation report of the qualification. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 NOVEMBER 2025. 
 
If you have not received a response from us within four (4) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
The detailed job profile can be found on the website: www.wsu.ac.za