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RHODES UNIVERSITY

 

 

SNR LECTURER/ASS PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR IN THE DEPT OF SOCIOLOGY AND INDUSTRIAL SOCIOLOGY (CONTRACT)

Makhanda, Eastern Cape

Contract

 

Closing Date 09 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 0112 - Sociology & Industrial Sociology

Minimum experience: Associate

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Education

Contract term: 48

Salary: R1 069 564 - R1 546 213 per annum

 

Job Description

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Sociology and Industrial Sociology

(Contract post)

The Department of Sociology and Industrial Sociology is looking for suitably qualified candidates to join their team.


All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging in community engagement, recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and faculties.  Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels.


In addition, a Professor and an Associate Professor are to provide academic leadership in the following areas: teaching and learning, research and community engagement, and contribute towards the institution's governance. This leadership contribution should be evidenced at the departmental, faculty, and institutional levels.

 

The Requirements

Senior Lecturer

  • A PhD in Sociology or a cognate discipline with specialisation in Development Studies.
  • Teaching experience across a range of courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Candidates must have experience in teaching and publishing in the disciplinary areas of Development Studies.
  • Expertise on development theory and practice required, including an understanding of the South African context.
  • Research supervision experience up to at least Master’s degrees to completion is required.
  • Approaches to teaching, learning and research, which encompass engagement with relevant communities.
  • Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible record of accredited, peer-reviewed publications.
  • Proven track record and an active interest in administration, management and leadership.
  • A proven track record of fundraising, including for student bursaries, is an advantage.

 

Associate Professor          

  • A PhD in Sociology or a cognate discipline with specialisation in Development Studies.
  • Considerable teaching experience across a range of courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Candidates must have experience in teaching and publishing in the disciplinary areas of Development Studies.
  • Expertise on development theory and practice required, including an understanding of the South African context.
  • Relevant supervision of Master’s degrees to completion is required. Supervising PhD degrees to completion is an advantage.
  • Approaches to teaching, learning and research, which encompass engagement with relevant communities.
  • National and emerging international profile in the discipline and substantial publication record in peer-reviewed publications.
  • Proven track record and an active interest in administration, management and leadership.
  • A proven track record of fundraising, including for student bursaries, is an advantage.

 

Professor

  • A PhD in Sociology or a cognate discipline with specialisation in Development Studies.
  • Extensive teaching experience across a range of courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required.
  • Candidates must have experience in teaching and publishing in the disciplinary areas of Development Studies.
  • Expertise on development theory and practice required, including an understanding of the South African context.
  • Relevant supervision of Master’s and PhD degrees to completion is required.
  • Approaches to teaching, learning and research, which encompass engagement with relevant communities.
  • International profile in the discipline (Very good to outstanding research track record).
  • Proven track record and an active interest in administration, management and leadership.
  • A proven track record of fundraising, including for student bursaries, is an advantage.

 

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

 

The following documents are required:

  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
  • At least three referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered.


Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application, please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

  

Selection Process:

  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

 

Remuneration per annum:

 

Senior Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:  R 826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):R1,069,564.00

 

Associate Professor

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R 987,607.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R 1,270,054.00

 

Professor

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R1,209,763.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,546,213.00

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.  The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in and of itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

 

Closing Date: 09 October 2026

 

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

 

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.


These values are:

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

 

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups, as well as persons with disabilities, to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

 

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTERNAL ADVERT: PROJECT COORDINATOR

Makhanda, Eastern Cape

Contract

 

Closing Date 02 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 0508 - Human Kinetics and Ergonomics

Minimum experience: Not Applicable

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Other

Contract term: 24

 

Job Description

Internal Advert: Project Coordinator - 2-year contract (Grade 13)

 

Department of Human Kinetics and Ergonomics


The Department of Human Kinetics and Ergonomics invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

 

Main Objectives

To provide research support to the Principal Investigator at the Department of Human Kinetics and Ergonomics at Rhodes University research team working on this project. The Project Coordinator will help to coordinate the research study at Rhodes University by ensuring that study procedures are followed and will supervise the preparation of data collection procedures, participant recruitment, data collection and monitoring, staffing, field monitoring, scheduling , grant reporting and activities related to the project. The Project Coordinator will assist with ethics applications, as well as grant and ethics reports. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for supervising and managing drivers, community liaison, and fieldworkers


The Requirements

B Degree (NQF level 7) plus approximately 3 years relevant experience where such experience includes:

  • Previous experience in working with word-processing, e-mail and the internet.
  • Previous experience writing reports.
  • Previous general administrative experience within a computerised environment.
  • Must have a valid driver’s licence - useful but not really necessary if they can get themselves around.
  • Two years’ experience coordinating or managing research studies is an advantage.
  • Financial administration and meeting minute-taking experience.

 


Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.


The following documents are required:

  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

 

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

  • Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC 2026.
  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.



Remuneration per annum (Grade 13):

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):  R326,973.12

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.



Closing Date: 02 October 2026

 

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible

 

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.



Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.


Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.


These values are:

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

 

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: DIRECTOR: RESEARCH (GRADE 19)

Makhanda, Eastern Cape

Permanent

Posted 23 September 2026 - Closing Date 07 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 1601 - Research and Innovation

Minimum experience: Director

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Other

 

Job Description

 

Re-advertisement: Director: Research (Grade 19)

Research Division

Rhodes University invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Director: Research. 

 

Main Objectives

The role of the Director: Research is to be the strategic enabler of a thriving and vibrant research culture at Rhodes University to strengthen Rhodes University’s position and reputation as a research-intensive university. The Director is responsible for ensuring efficient and responsive research support services are provided across the University. Working closely with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships, the incumbent will support and manage research endeavours across the research excellence development pipeline, which includes postgraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, early- and mid-career academics, established academics, research chairs, research entities, faculty programmatic areas, and institutional research themes.

The Director will strengthen processes and systems to pursue strategic funding opportunities and work closely with researchers, faculties, research entities, and relevant professional support divisions to maximise the University's success in attracting external research funding.

The Director is expected to provide effective management of the Research Office's day-to-day operations and lead a range of research- and postgraduate-related processes within the University. As a member of the University’s Senior Management, the Director participates in the institution's general senior management functions and activities.

 

The Job Requirements

A PhD degree and approximately 10 years’ relevant experience, where such experience includes: -

  • A track record in research leadership or managing a research support department or research capacity development department.
  • A track record in research grant acquisition or postgraduate training.
  • At least 3 years’ management and leadership experience at a senior level.
  • Knowledge of and experience in dealing with national and international funding agencies and complex international collaborations.
  • Experience in the design of funding instruments in support of research strategic objectives.
  • Experience in research strategy formulation and implementation.
  • Experience in effectively directing and managing significant research projects/programs/portfolios within a complex organisation.
  • Experience managing and reporting on complex budgets.

 

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

 

The following documents are required:

  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  • A comprehensive CV, which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation, and contact information, which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • Relevant qualifications.

 

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

 

Any questions or enquiries can be addressed to Ms Ntosh Gongqa at hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za or 046 603 8616.

 

The shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 19):

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,640,255

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

 

Closing Date: 07 October 2026

 

 This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible

 If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.


Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

 Please note that all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022, and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

 

These values are:

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

 

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand. 

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: SENIOR LECTURER IN ECONOMICS AND ECONOMIC HISTORY

Makhanda, Eastern Cape

Permanent

 

Closing Date 07 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 0202 - Economics and Economic History

Minimum experience: Not Applicable

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Education

 

Job Description

Re-advertisement: Senior Lecturer (Grade SL)


Economics and Economic History

The Department of Economics and Economic History invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

 

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging with the community, recognising that these responsibilities are executed differently across the various departments and Faculties.  Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or University level. 

 

The Requirements 

  • A PhD in Economics (which has been completed at the time of application) or a Master’s Degree in Economics with at least 10 years of industry experience specialising in Financial Markets Regulation.
  • Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision at the master’s level
  • Experience in applying a variety of quantitative research methods in supervision and in teaching (such as running practicals).
  • Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise across a broad range of topics in areas of economics focused on Financial Markets and Financial Markets Regulation and/or Monetary Economics, with particular expertise in Financial Technology (FinTech), Digital Finance, and related developments in contemporary monetary and financial systems.
  • A strong emerging research profile at a national level (publications in accredited journals, conference attendance, etc.), with international research collaboration and publications a significant advantage.
  • A track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles.

 

 

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

 

The following documents are required:

  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application, please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

 

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

  • Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC
  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.



Remuneration per annum (Grade SL):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,069,564.00

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. 

 

Closing Date: 07 October 2026


This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.


If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. 


Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 


Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

 

These values are: 

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion


Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand. 

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: SENIOR LECTURER ECONOMICS AND ECONOMIC HISTORY

Rhodes University

Grahamstown, Eastern Cape

Contract

 

Closing Date 07 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 0202 - Economics and Economic History

Minimum experience: Not Applicable

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Education

Contract term: 36

 

Job Description

Re-advertisement: Senior Lecturer (Grade SL) 3-year contract


Economics and Economic History

The Department of Economics and Economic History invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

 

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging with the community, recognising that these responsibilities are executed differently across the various departments and Faculties.  Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or University level.

 

The Requirements 

  • A PhD in Economics (which has been completed at the time of application)
  • Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Postgraduate supervision at the Master's level
  • Experience in applying a variety of research methods (quantitative and qualitative) in supervision and in teaching (such as in running practicals).
  • Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise across a broad range of topics in areas of economics focused on Institutional Economics, Public Policy and Development Economics.
  • A strong emerging research profile at a national level (publications in accredited journals, conference attendance, etc.), with international research collaboration and publications a significant advantage.
  • A track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles

 


Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

 

The following documents are required:

  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

 

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

  • Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC.
  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

 

Remuneration per annum (Grade SL):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,069,564.00

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. 

 

 

Closing Date: 07 October 2026


This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.


If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. 


Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 


Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

 

These values are: 

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion


Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand. 

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RE-ADVERTISEMENT PRINCIPAL LIBRARIAN: METADATA AND DATA CURATION

Makhanda, Eastern Cape

Permanent

 

Closing Date 06 October 2026

 

Job Details

Division: 1901 - Library

Business Unit: 1901_01 - Main Library

Minimum experience: Mid-Senior

Company primary industry: Higher Education

Job functional area: Other

 

Job Description

Principal Librarian:  Metadata and Data Curation (Grade 15)

(If you have already applied for this post, you do not need to reapply)

Library Services

The Library Services Division invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team. 

 

Main Objectives

Identifies and creates appropriate knowledge structures, and oversees the creation, management, and maintenance of metadata within the Rhodes University Library Services.

This role plays a crucial part in ensuring data integrity, data curation, accessibility, and discoverability for various data assets, including research outputs, primary and secondary resources. The Metadata Curation Manager leads a team of metadata specialists and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support the organisation's data management and analysis efforts.

 

The Requirements

An Honours degree in Library and Information Science (NQF level 8) OR a 3-year Degree, plus a 1-year Post-Graduate Diploma (NQF level 8) in Library Science, Archival Science or Heritage Management plus approximately 8 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -  

  • A minimum of 8 years’ experience in metadata creation in an academic and/or research library
  • NACO trained (authority record creation)
  • At least 3 years’ previous supervision experience.
  • Familiar with XML, MODS, Dublin Core, and Marc Edit
  • Project Management experience
  • Previous exposure to archives and/or research data curation and taxonomy development will be an advantage

 

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the Job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

 

The following documents are required:

  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. 

 

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

 

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

  • Short-listing meeting dates to be confirmed.
  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

 

Remuneration per annum (Grade 15):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R731 917

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R952 211

 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. 

 Closing Date: 6 October 2026


This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.


If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. 


Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 


Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

 

These values are: 

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion


Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.

 

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

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