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Desktop Publisher and PowerPoint Designer

CONTRACT – ONE (1) YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Location: Cape Town

On-site – full time
The Knowledge Translation Unit (KTU), is a dynamic health systems unit that develops, implements, and evaluates evidence-based clinical guidance for use in primary care in the public health sector. Our work spans South Africa, several sub-Saharan African countries, Brazil, and Indonesia.

We’re looking for a Desktop Publisher and PowerPoint Designer to join our multidisciplinary team in producing high-quality, user-friendly clinical guidance and training materials for healthcare workers across various contexts.

Core Objective

The primary objective of this role is to support the effective communication of clinical guidance and training content by producing visually clear, professionally formatted materials. The Desktop Publisher and PowerPoint Designer will work closely with the senior designer and content teams to ensure all outputs—particularly PowerPoint presentations and print materials, are visually consistent, accessible, and aligned with KTU’s design standards. By enhancing the clarity and usability of educational content, this role contributes directly to KTU’s mission of improving primary healthcare delivery in South Africa and other low- and middle-income countries.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or higher qualification in Graphic Design, Desktop Publishing, or a related field

Skills:

• Microsoft PowerPoint and other MS Word
• Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established design systems

Attributes:

• A detail-oriented team player with a keen eye for layout and consistency
• Someone comfortable working under direction in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Experience in public health or nonprofit communication design (advantageous, but not essential)
• A proactive learner with a growth mindset, eager to embrace new design techniques and technologies,
  and continuously improve skills to adapt to evolving project requirements and industry trends.

Responsibilities:

• Format and polish PowerPoint presentations to meet professional standards
• Follow design briefs provided by a senior designer
• Apply layout, typography, and visual hierarchy principles to clinical and educational materials
• Assist with the design and production of various print and digital resources, including manuals, job aids,
  and training materials
• Ensure consistency of branding and visual language across materials

How to apply:
Send email to ktu@uct.ac.za with the subject #DesktopPublisher by 25 June 2025

• Attach:
  ‒ CV
  ‒ Portfolio of work
  ‒ Motivation letter
  ‒ Certified copy of highest qualification
  ‒ Include details of three (2) current contactable referees (could be lecturers if this is your first job)
  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Training Administrator

CONTRACT – ONE (1) YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

The Knowledge Translation Unit (KTU) is a health systems research unit in Cape Town that develops, implements and evaluates clinical guidance for primary care public health sector use. We currently work in South Africa, several other sub- Saharan African countries, Brazil and Indonesia, making an impact from patient to clinician, to policy maker and government.

Core Objective
The main purpose of this position is to organise and co-ordinate training events. This includes communicating with clients, managing budgets, booking training venues/catering/accommodation, preparing for and hosting the training events, keeping training records and evaluations, and reporting.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA or BCom degree or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an administrator or similar role.
• Valid code 8 driver’s license with own reliable vehicle

Skills:

• Competence in Microsoft office suite with advanced Excel skills advantageous.
• Organised and administratively strong, experience with project management apps (e.g. MS Teams).
• Competence in digital learning technologies (e.g., webinars, video conferencing, eLearning, Learning
  Management Systems).

Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards on quality.
• Outstanding communication skills – verbal and written; proficiency in English.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Able to follow instructions independently and accurately with minimal supervision.
• Able to work creatively under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment.
• The ability to work confidently in a strong, dynamic team.
• A mature and responsible attitude towards work, with the ability to take ownership of projects.
• High emotional intelligence, with an ability to identify with the end users of thecontent.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of training events, including booking venues and arranging catering, flights, and
  accommodation.
• Monitor the training budget and ensure all expenses are properly accounted for.
• Process payments timeously and accurately in collaboration with the finance team.
• Arrange travel and logistics for trainers.
• Communicate with clients and trainees to ensure they have all the necessary information prior to the
  training event.
• Assist with the preparation of training materials, including printing and collating handouts and other
  materials.
• Work closely with trainers to ensure they have everything required for successful delivery of training
• Host in-person training sessions, including setting up venues and managing attendance registers.
• Handle any issues or challenges that arise during training events, ensuring prompt and effective resolution
• Maintain accurate records of all training events, including attendance, feedback, and evaluations..
• Provide regular reports to management on the outcomes of training events and any issues encountered.
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of training events and make recommendations for improvements.
• Create and Host webinars: coordinate presenters, promote the sessions, and ensure high-quality delivery.
• Online training: Monitor online training attendance, obtain list from clients for online course access.
• Arrange for speakers and presenters for conferences, training sessions and webinars.
• Provide User administration support, online, webinars and in person training.
• Provide administrative support to the Learning and Development team.

What this position will do for you:
As a Training Administrator at the KTU, you’ll be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team committed to
improving healthcare through hands-on, impactful training. Working alongside passionate healthcare
professionals, you’ll organise and administrate the face-to-face training programs and webinars to run
efficiently and within budget—all within a supportive and collaborative environment dedicated to healthcare
improvement.

How to apply:
Send email to ktu@uct.ac.za with the subject #TrainingAdministrator

• Attach:
  ‒ CV
  ‒ Motivation letter
  ‒ Certified copy of highest qualification
  ‒ Include details of three (3) current contactable referees
  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

We invite applications to apply for the HR Business Partner position in the HR Department for appointment as soon as possible. This post resides within the HR function devolved to the faculties and/or PASS (Professional, Administrative and Support Staff) departments.
The main purpose of this position is to provide a generalist comprehensive, proactive, and integrated HR business partnering advisory service to line management and employees within a Higher Education environment. We seek to appoint a hands-on individual who thrives on challenges, works well under pressure, finds creative and innovative solutions to problems, and is customer-focused within a complex environment.

Closing date: 30 June 2025

SEMI-SKILLED ASSISTANT (ELECTRICAL)

We invite applications for the above appointment.
The Semi-Skilled Assistant will report to the Technical Inspector in the Electrical discipline with accountability to the Area
Maintenance Manager, to assist the Technical Inspector in fulfilling his/her function by performing specific or general duties of an
unskilled or semi-skilled nature in the Electrical field.
In addition, the individual will also be required to undertake minor Electrical repairs/fixes assigned by the Technical Inspector as
well as to assist out tasked contractors and handypersons in the other campus with access and logistics where direct supervision
is not required.

Requirements:

• Minimum grade 12 or equivalent qualifications NQF 4
• 2 years relevant experience in the maintenance department after completing grade 12
• Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance record and punctuality
• Mentally fit, experiencing no difficulty with walking, hearing, eyesight, climbing steps or entering confined spaces with
  no fear to heights
• Ability to climb into ceiling spaces and heights
• Code 8 driver’s licence

Responsibilities:

• Organize materials/tools to assist Technical Inspector or out-tasked contractors with completion of routine or
  emergency notifications.
• Repair or fixes to specific building services i.e. replacing fluorescent tubes, lamps, ballasts, lamp holders, etc. when
  instructed by Technical Inspectors according to established
• Assist Technical Inspectors with inspections and conditions audits.
• Monitor access of out-tasked contractors to sub-stations, plant rooms, etc.
• Conduct plant inspections.
• Act as liaison between contractors, Technical Inspectors/ Leaders and UCT community.
• Assist with delivery and receipt of on-site spares and materials and organizing thereof.
• Provide updates and feedback to the Technical Inspector regarding job/work task updates.
• Request client feedback on behalf of the Technical Inspector for debriefing purposes
• Assist out-tasked contractors with access to plant rooms and pump stations.
• Assist with delivery and receipt of onsite spares and materials.
• Act as liaison between the Technical Inspector and the university community
• Cleaning of maintenance workshops, depots and plant rooms
• Clean and maintain vehicles, equipment and tools
• Perform any other duties, which may arise
• Store equipment or appliances for future reuse and maintain an inventory
• Ensure that compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act is met
• The Technical Inspector is kept well informed of any work in progress within the Electrical discipline

The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R265 286 to R312 098
To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to nobuzwe.dani@uct.ac.za

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

RESEARCH COORDINATOR

The MRC Centre for Medical Mycology at the University of Exeter (MRC CMM) is one of the largest centers studying
medically important fungi in the world and is the largest specialist research unit at the University of Exeter (UoE).
The MRC CMM aims to facilitate research and training, particularly in those areas of the world where fungal
infections cause a huge burden on human health. To achieve this, the MRC CMM has established a partnership
with the University of Cape Town (UCT) to maintain a jointly run unit in medical mycology, the AFRICA CMM Unit
for Medical Mycology Research that is based within the Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine at
UCT. To help achieve the goals of the AFRICA Unit, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Research
Coordinator, based at UCT, who will ensure delivery of the Unit’s aims.

Closing date: 02 July 2025

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT

We are looking for a Microsoft specialist who is interested in working on a large-scale Microsoft environment in
the Academic sector in Southern Africa. The University of Cape Town seeks to appoint a Technical Specialist to
join its Core Infrastructure team in the Enterprise Infrastructure Services division. You will provide specialized
technical support and be responsible for administering, developing and implementing the Microsoft based
business-critical university enterprise ICT systems, platforms and AD directory services. You should also be
able to work independently and display initiative in a fast-paced environment where your accomplishments
lead directly to the success of your team.

Responsibilities:

• Implementation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Windows-based infrastructure and
  computing platforms at a specialist administration level:

Required experience and qualifications:

• A qualification at NQF level 7 in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Information Systems.
• 7 years’ experience in enterprise ICT applications and infrastructure of which, at least 5 years must be
  relevant current technical hands-on experience.
• Proven skill and experience in Windows Server & Active Directory 2016/2019
• Experience in upgrading Active Directory Forest levels to meet compliance.
• Proven operating system knowledge of all Microsoft Windows Server platforms including clustering
  techniques.
• Proven task automation, disaster recovery, including desired state configuration as provided by
  PowerShell.
• Proficient in defining and managing GPO (Group Policy Objects).
• Knowledge of the administration and management of storage subsystems specific to the Microsoft
  Windows server landscape.
• Experience in performing research, evaluation, and implementing new technologies and systems.
• Experience in deploying, optimizing, and administering systems and applications on virtualized
  platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V.
• Working knowledge and experience in deploying Windows back-end architecture in public environments
  (Azure or AWS) and the ability to deploy and administer IAAS/PAAS / SAAS cloud environments.
• Solid knowledge of network infrastructure services e.g. DNS, DHCP, and various networking protocols.
• Working knowledge of Single Sign-On (SSO) federated technologies such as SimpleSamlPhP, ADFS, and
  Azure AD.
• Working knowledge of application and operating system patching and remote configuration mechanisms
  such as SCCM, SCOM.
• Experience in implementing baseline security standards, specifically Centre for Internet Se

Required non-technical skills include:

• Excellent English written and oral communication skills
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Good time management
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem solving ability

The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R R784833 to R923330 per annum, depending on
experience and qualifications.

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)

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