UCT Vacancies

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FIELDWORKER

(Payclass 05; T1 – 12 months Fixed Term Contract)
DESMOND TUTU HIV CENTRE
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.

This twelve-month contract position will be based at the Emavundleni Research Centre in Crossroads and Phillipi Village, Cape Town. The main purpose of this position is to educate, recruit, prepare and facilitate a supportive environment for a successful conduct of trials happening at Emavundleni Center, through partnership, education and awareness as set out in the Community Engagement Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or (NQF4) certificate
• At least two (2) years in clinical research environment and certified course in HIV or
  two (2) years on HIV / TB clinical trial environment
• Fluency in English and isiXhosa
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, Microsoft office suit
• Facilitation and presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Public speaking
• Attention to detail
• Ability to train and mentor
• Must be able to work independently and within a team
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships and partnerships
• Excellent Planning and Organizing skills
• Willingness to travel and work irregular hours including weekends.

Advantageous:

• HIV and TB and Community engagement
• Current GCP (Good Clinical Practice Certificate)
• HSP (Human Subject Protection) certificate
• HIV Literacy including treatment and Prevention

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Community Liaison Officer (CLO) in identifying and facilitating partnership with key
  organizations and services in the community
• Plan and implement community education and awareness events
• Work in conjunction with the Community Advisory Board (CAB) on all relevant aspects of maintaining a
  productive/enabling relationship between the community and the clinical research site (CRS)
• Ensure community education, recruitment and retention activities are well understood by outside partners
  so that study accrual and retention targets are met
• Ensure distribution of recruitment and educational materials in the community
• Conduct prevention discussion groups with potential participants
• Recruits educate and retain study participants by implementing recruitment plans
• Compile and submit progress on general recruitment of participants to the CLO
• Do home visits for participants who are not available when called or miss their visits and as requested by
  study coordinators and whenever necessary
• Submit weekly written activity reports to CLO
• Participate in all relevant study training sessions
• Attend offsite conferences and protocol meetings when required
• Assist with translation activities when required
• Assist with entering participants onto the co-enrolment system
• Work and support CAB in all community related activities in ensuring the advisory role is effective.
• Attend and contribute to Community Advisory Board (CAB) meetings and activities
• Plan and coordinate Community Awareness events and assist CLO in conducting events
• Introduce new and update CAB on studies at CAB meetings
• Assist CLO with CAB training program

The annual cost of employment is between R154 189 – 273 699

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Nombeko Mpongo at
Nombeko.Mpongo@uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV), with
• 3 contactable references (include email addresses)

Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.
An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo an assessment.
Address: Emavundleni Research Centre, 14 Sonwabile Drive, Crossroads, Cape Town
Telephone: 021 650 1040
Website: www.hr.uct.ac.za
Reference number: E241133
Closing date: 06 December 2024
“UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its
equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals
and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our
Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf. “
UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

GRANTS MANAGER

PERMANENT
HEAD QUARTERS; WOODSTOCK

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused
on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related
infections in Southern Africa.

We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize
their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us
to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.
DTHF currently has a vacancy for a Grants Manager (GM). This individual is responsible for
managing the full grants function of the organisation and all related Grants income. Reporting
directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and informing the CFO on tactical matters as they
relate to donor relations, grant projections, budget management, Debtors and invoicing,
promoting process improvement, and policy updates with changing regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in finance and/or related field of study
• Minimum of five years’ Grant management/ accounting experience including the
  preparation of Audit Committee Reports, management accounts and income and
  expenditure statements
• Minimum 5 years experience managing staff
• Experience in working on SAP Business 1 or similar financial software
• Knowledge of Office Suite and Excel
• Knowledge of grants policies and procedures (e.g. NIH and EU)
• Knowledge and implementation of SARS rules on VAT of income
• Computer literacy in Ms Office; Excel (Advanced)
• Attention to detail and good numeracy skills
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Integrity, a personal sense of accountability

Responsibilities:
Optimising the grants system

• Ensuring all Standing Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and policies are in place
• Develop a dashboard in SAP for visibility of the grants function

Financial reporting and risk mitigation

• Oversee the Debtors function and ensure that invoicing takes place as per
  milestones and according funder contracting
• Quarterly reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee on grants pipeline and project
  sustainability status
• Oversee the issuance of valid, accurate and complete grant related information to
  auditors, funders and any other ad hoc stakeholders

Grants Finance Management:

• Oversee grants management process flow and SOP to ensure timely submission of
  grants to funding agencies (within due dates)
• Develop and maintain expertise in the grants proposal legal framework and funder
  requirements
• Assign and support the Grants Finance Officer allocation to new grant proposals, to
  ensure the financial requirements of the organisation are met
• Develop and maintain a database for active grants to ensure that all post-award
  reporting deadlines are adhered to and sustainability can be measured
• Ensure funder specific compliance requirements are met with regards to proper
  allocation of revenue and expenditure to projects
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of grant contract terms and conditions to support
  problem solving and resolution of complex post-award issues (e.g. carry-over requests,
  resourcing of early termination costs, Project-to-Project cost allocations, etc.)
• Ensure cohesion between core finance and grants finance to efficiently and effectively
  manage post award reporting
• Sign off on all funder financial reports and present to CFO monthly for final sign off by
  CFO
• Manage the organisation revenue for sustainability through the invoicing and Budget vs
  Actual expenditure monitoring across all active awards for presentation to CFO
• Close out inactive awards and keep accurate and up to date database of changes to
  status of projects

Staff Management:

• Line Manage grants team

Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence

Submit a detailed cover letter, updated CV with certified copy of highest qualification and
details of two (2) current contactable referees by 06 December 2024. Incomplete applications
will not be considered.
If you are a foreign national applying for this position please attach a copy of your work permit
to your application.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date please consider your
application as unsuccessful.
We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint
individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint
if no suitable candidates are identified.
I understand and accept that by applying for this position, I authorized DTHF to process my
personal information in accordance with its internal operational requirements.
I further understand that the personal information I disclose to DTHF will be processed in
accordance with the requirements set out in the Protection of Personal Information Act and
may include the transferring thereof to third parties for the purposes of verification.
This job may be removed before it expires.

Desmond Tutu Health Foundation is a child-friendly organisation committed to the protection of
children.
For more information about the organization please visit our website.

ASSISTANT COMPUTER LAB ADMINISTRATORS (x3)

Customer Services (CSD) is a division of the Information & Communication Technology Services (ICTS) department.
The division is responsible for the IT Helpdesk, classroom support services, student computing lab management
services, installations, service level agreements and communicating with the University community on behalf of ICTS.
Applications are invited for a contract position which runs up until the end of November each year. The contract is
renewable annually in the ICTS-managed student computing labs. The successful candidate will report directly to
the Lab Administrator and will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of these computer labs.
The duties include but are not limited to: • assisting UCT undergraduate students with queries, problems and minor
troubleshooting relating to personal computers, printers and software used in the labs • enforcing lab rules and
regulations. Candidates must therefore be customer focused.
Applicants must be fully computer literate and have a good understanding of how to use Windows, Microsoft Office,
e-mail and web browsers.

Requirements:
o A Senior Certificate (IT qualifications will be advantageous)
o Strong IT troubleshooting skills
o Good analytical skills
o Ability to work within a team
o Well-developed interpersonal skills
o Ability to work independently and under pressure

The monthly salary for this position is R18 149

o apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to icts-jobs@uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.
An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo a competency test.
Telephone: 021 650 3012
Website: www.icts.uct.ac.za
Reference number: E241129
Closing date: 06 December 2024
“UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its
equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and
targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity
Policy is available at www.hr.uct.ac.za/hr/policies/employ_equity “
UCT reserves the right not to appoint

MODERN WORKSPACE SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Are you experienced in providing intermediate technical support for business-critical services and/or infrastructure and have
project management experience in a progressive ICT environment, with a strong customer focus and a demonstrable track
record of innovative thinking, project-based delivery and productive interactions across multiple teams? The Enterprise
Infrastructure and Services division seeks Senior Systems Engineers to develop infrastructure and services through project
work, to design, maintain and manage complete systems, support ICT systems, services and infrastructure and provide
technical leadership in a complex and heterogeneous systems and infrastructure environment. This is a role which plays a
critical part in ensuring that UCT derives value from its investment in IT infrastructure and reports to a senior manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing highly technical support for business-critical services, systems, and/or infrastructure.
• Designing, maintaining, managing, and developing one or more business-critical ICT systems and/or infrastructure
  service components.
• Responsible for developing and implementing infrastructure, systems, and services through project work
• Provides technical leadership for one or more system and/or infrastructure service components
• The Senior Systems Engineer reports to the Senior Manager.

Minimum requirements include:

• A relevant qualification at NQF level 6.
• 5 years’ relevant experience in enterprise ICT applications, infrastructure of which 3 years must be a relevant
  current technical hands-on experience.

Required non-technical skills include:

• Ability to prioritize and manage work under pressure.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• A strong customer service ethic.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Analysis and problem-solving ability

Required Technical Skills and competencies
The following technical skills and competencies are required for the positions listed.

Modern Workplace Services

• Expert experience in maintaining and advanced administration of Windows Desktop OS (WIN 10 & 11) including
  exposure to Linux and Apple OS
• Expert in administering and maintaining one or more software and operating system distribution solutions, i.e.,
  SCCM, Windows AutoPilot, Microsoft Intune (EndPoint Manager), Zenworks etc.
• Expert in application life-cycle management methodologies including technologies
• Proficient administration of physical and virtual infrastructure hosts in complex heterogeneous environments
• Proficient in operating system related scripting languages, e.g. Powershell, WinBatch scripting, etc
• Working knowledge in administering desktop and application virtualization e.g. Citrix, Microsoft HyperV, VMware
• Working Knowledge to administer and configure cloud-based services e.g. Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Intune
  (EndPoint Manager), Windows AutoPilot, etc.
• Working Knowledge in application and operating system updating and remote configuration mechanisms e.g.
  Zenworks Patch Management, WSUS, SCCM, Microsoft Intune (EndPoint Manager), etc
• Solid knowledge of network infrastructure services e.g. DNS, DHCP, and various networking protocols
• Remote administration and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience maintaining and administration of on-premis application license servers, i.e. FlexNet, LMTools, etc.

Advantageous Skills

• Ability to solve complex hardware and software issues.
• Advanced knowledge of computer hardware systems, chipsets, memory modules relating to operating systems and
  applications.
• Proven work experience in support Desktop Services Systems and Technologies (Zenworks, DeepFreeze, Veralab,
  etc)
• Microsoft application administration (SharePoint, Office365, etc.)
• Relevant Microsoft Certification (MD102 – Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate)
• Experience working in Higher Education environments.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R612625 to R720734 per annum

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to: icts-jobs@uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo a competency test.
  Telephone: 021 650 3012 Website: www.icts.uct.ac.za
  Reference number: E241128 Closing date: 05 December 2024
  “UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity
  targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets.
  Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is
  available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf. “
  UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

PROJECT MANAGER: DOLPHIN-3

The Desmond Tutu HIV Centre (DTHC), based at the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS), is committed to the pursuit
of excellence in research, treatment, training, and prevention of HIV and related infections in South Africa.

We seek a dynamic individual to join our research team as Project Manager. The main purpose is to provide
strategic operational and resource management support to the DolPHIN-3 consortium. You will be based at UCT
within the clinical trial management team, reporting to Prof. Catherine Orrell and Dr Thoko Malaba (co-PIs), while
working alongside a multi-disciplinary team from 4 institutions other than UCT, including University of Liverpool,
Liverpool School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (UK), Radboudumc (Netherlands) and the Infectious Diseases
Institute at the University of Kampala (Uganda) to deliver the project.

For detailed information on this post, please view the job description on the following link: (view)
To view and apply for this position, please visit the UCT Jobs site View (For Internal Applicants)
and View (For external Applicants) to create a profile and to submit your application.

Closing date: 04 December 2024 Reference: ID 892
UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its
equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals
and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our
Employment Equity Policy is available at www.hr.uct.ac.za/hr/policies/employ_equity
UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The School of Economics within the Faculty of Commerce seeks to employ a permanent, qualified and highly motivated
individual to join the team as an Administrative Assistant. The main purpose of this position is to provide dedicated
secretarial, HR and finance administrative support to the School of Economics. This includes support to the HoD and
Departmental Manager. The successful candidate will have a direct reporting line to the Departmental Manager.

If you meet the requirements below, we invite you to apply for this permanent position for appointment as soon as
possible.

Appointment for this position requires:

• NQF 4 qualification with an administration or office management diploma
• Minimum of 2 years’ demonstrable experience in a similar role including Human Resource and Financial
  administration
• High level of computer literacy, in particular MS Word and MS Excel
• Demonstrable experience in an ERP System (e.g. Oracle, SAP, Peoplesoft etc)
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Planning, organizing and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a highly pressurized environment dealing with large volumes and tight deadlines
• Good time management, planning and organizational skills
• Meticulous approach and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work accurately with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team and on an individual basis
• Ability to interact with stakeholders at different levels
• Possess a high level of honesty an integrity in handling cash and finances

Advantages to have include:

• Experience working in the Higher Education sector
• Knowledge of processes within Higher Education Institutions
• Knowledge of UCT HR and Finance Policy and Procedures
• Experience in Events Co-ordination

Key responsibilities include:

• Human Resource Administration
• Finance Administration
• Office Administration
• Events Management

The annual cost of employment, including benefits (where applicable), is negotiable between R 378 203 and
R 444 945 depending on skills and experience.

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to aasoe2024@vula.uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.
  An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo an assessment.
  Telephone: 021 650 5751
  Website: Home page | University of Cape Town (uct.ac.za)
  Reference number: E241132
  Closing date: 02 December 2024
  UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity
  targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets.
  Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is
  available at https://hr.uct.ac.za/policies/employment-equity
  UCT reserves the right not to appoint

PUBLIC AREA AND ROOM ATTENDANT: ALL AFRICA
HOUSE

The Commercial Development department, a division of the Properties and Services at UCT, invites applications from suitably
qualified and experienced candidates for this permanent room attendants.

The main purpose of this position is to maintain hygiene within commercial development and provide housekeeping services.

Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 2 (Grade 10)
• 1 year verifiable housekeeping experience in the hotel industry.
• Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and to clearly understand requests from guests.
• Strong ability to use cleaning supplies, vacuum, safety equipment and other equipment and materials used in carrying
  out housekeeping functions.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety.
• Ability to work in a team setting.

The following will be advantageous:

• Experience working previously in a graded (*) hotel.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure high quality cleaning service at public areas of accommodation facilities.
• Service guest bedrooms to the required standard.
• Make beds professionally following standard procedure.
• Restock/replenish items in rooms and bathrooms for guest use that run out of stock or need replacement.
• Report maintenance related matters to the Housekeeper and Management for appropriate action.
• Perform regular deep cleaning of all areas of the accommodation facility as requested.
• In the absence of the Housekeeper the incumbent may be required to carry out laundry functions.
• Report all Health and Safety risks & violations to the Housekeeper and Management.
• Act as a Fire marshal.
• Report all guests lost & found items as per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Complete all reports according to the required standards.
• Assist Housekeeping and Management with daily, weekly and monthly stock taking.
• Actively assist with university sustainability initiatives.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is between R165 053,00 and R194 180,00.

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to recruitmentcpt@sdrecruit.co.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc)
• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.
  An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
  Due to the nature of the operation, it is mandatory for successful candidates to work shifts, weekends and on public holidays.
  Possess physical fitness and agility to navigate the workplace efficiently. Must pass a physical fitness assessment.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to undergo an assessment.
  Telephone: 021 650 1076 Website: stayandconnect.uct.ac.za
  Reference number: E241121 Closing date: 02 December 2024
  “UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity
  targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets.
  Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available
  at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf. “
  UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

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All the best with your applications.