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Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Dean of Students
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Dean of Students
Ref. R/01/305/1125
Stellenbosch University (SU) invites applications from dynamic, values-driven, and student-centred leaders for the position of Dean of Students.
As a globally connected, research-intensive institution, SU advances knowledge in service of society and strives to be Africa’s leading research-intensive university – globally recognised for excellence, inclusivity, and innovation. Guided by Vision 2040 and relevant strategic frameworks, SU is committed to delivering transformative student experiences that enable academic success, wellbeing, and personal development within a diverse, inclusive campus community.
Reporting directly to the Rector and Vice-Chancellor, the Dean of Students provides strategic and intellectual leadership to the Responsibility Centre: Dean of Students, overseeing Student Counselling and Development, and Student Life and Learning across all SU campuses. The incumbent will shape and enhance the holistic student journey, ensuring that Stellenbosch University continues to provide a transformative and supportive environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally.
The Dean of Students plays a key leadership role within the Rectorate, fostering collaboration across the University to strengthen student success, promote a vibrant student life,
and embed inclusivity and wellbeing into every aspect of the SU experience. The role also includes advancing student governance, leadership development, and co-curricular and extracurricular engagements, while representing the University nationally and internationally on student affairs matters.
Duties/Pligte
The Dean of Students assumes overarching responsibility for:
Providing strategic leadership for the Responsibility Centre: Dean of Students, aligned with SU’s Vision 2040 and strategic frameworks.
Promoting a holistic and transformative student experience that integrates academic success, wellbeing, leadership, and social impact.
Overseeing Student Counselling and Development and Student Life and Learning across all SU Campuses, ensuring excellence in support services, residence life, and student development.
Strengthening student governance structures and cultivating leadership opportunities that contribute to institutional transformation and social cohesion.
Building strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships – internally across Responsibility Centres, Faculties and Schools, and externally with government, national and international higher
education bodies, and civil society - to advance student success and institutional impact.Building intentional and strong relationships with students and student leadership, ensuring effective sharing of feedback with the senior leadership of the University and students, and making
appropriate proposals arising from that feedback.Managing the budget, human resources, and overall operational effectiveness of the Responsibility Centre in alignment with institutional policy.
Providing visible and accessible leadership within the student community, fostering a culture of respect, engagement, and accountability.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
A Doctorate degree.
At least ten years’ relevant experience, with at least seven or eight years in a senior management level position, with a demonstrated track record of full management responsibility for a
functional Unit, Centre or Responsibility Centre within a higher education environment.Proven capacity to provide dynamic and strategic leadership in the area of responsibility.
Evidence of national and/or international outputs in respect of student development as a theme for own research-based practice for professional development.
Proven ability to develop and sustain strategically relevant institutional partnerships and alliances at national as well as international level.
Excellent communication, conflict handling and facilitation skills in a diverse environment.
Negotiation skills.
Sound interpersonal relations and the ability to take the lead within a team.
The ability to contribute to institutional redress through the accelerated diversification of the staff and the student corps.
High level of emotional intelligence and professional discretion.
Financial acumen.
Managerial skills, including the ability to direct, supervise, coordinate, and review the activities of direct reports, teams or individuals in a large complex environment.
A solid understanding of the South African higher education sector as well as the national and international realities relating to student leadership in this sector.
The position requires the incumbent to reside on campus to ensure a visible and engaged presence within the University community, including availability after hours and on weekends, as
necessitated by the responsibilities of the role and the needs of the student population.The ability to function effectively within a multilingual and multicultural environment, in accordance with the University’s language policy.
As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates will be expected to deliver a short presentation to the Senior Appointments Committee. The topic of the presentation will be shared with the provisionally shortlisted candidates.
Term of Office: The term of the appointment is normally five (5) years. Possible reappointment for subsequent terms.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
None
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
Completed applications, comprising the documentation as set out below, must be sent via email to adsmanager@sun.ac.za before the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Documentation details (PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION INCLUDES ALL OF THE DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW):
A covering letter indicating how you meet the requirements.
A comprehensive curriculum vitae.
Your vision for the role of Dean of Students at Stellenbosch University.
Details regarding present occupation, remuneration package and citizenship.
Certified copies of qualifications and certificates.
Details of at least five referees.
An indication of the earliest date on which duties can be assumed.
By applying for the position, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted that the recruitment, selection, and appointment process for the position will be conducted in accordance with the University’s Regulations for the Appointment and Reappointment of a Dean of Students, and you affirm your commitment to adhere to the Regulations and to engage constructively in the selection process.
By applying for the position, you warrant that you have no prior employment disciplinary record nor any matters that the University should be made aware of (whether in relation to your academic or personal integrity or otherwise) which may influence its consideration of your application.
Furthermore, you consent to any background checks relevant to your application on your academic background (including but not limited to your qualifications and verification of your publications).
You also consent to checks on your disciplinary record, criminal history, and insolvency status. By providing this consent, you understand that the University may verify the accuracy of the information provided in your application and that any discrepancies discovered may impact your candidacy for the position.
Candidates are required to provide a list of referees who can speak to their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the position of Dean of Students.
The Senior Appointments Committee may, at their discretion, contact referees listed by the applicants for additional information. In addition, to ensure a thorough and comprehensive evaluation process, the Senior Appointments Committee reserves the right to make inquiries with other relevant persons who are not listed as referees by the applicants, if deemed appropriate.
Any such enquiries will be handled in a discreet and confidential manner.
Candidates may be required to make themselves available for extensive leadership assessments.
The University is committed to the advancement of diversity and to employment equity.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The University reserves the right to extend the closing date if deemed appropriate.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Ms Mienke du Plessis at mienke@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration / benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on
021 808 2753, or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Jun-2026
Closing Date 19-Jan-2026
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Centre for Student Counselling and Development
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Centre for Student Counselling and Development
Project Coordinator: Graduate Recruitment (Post Level 9.1)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. SSVO/302/1125
The mandate of the Unit for Graduand Career Services (UGCS) at Stellenbosch University (SU) is to prepare students for their transition from education to employment. This position in the UGCS forms a crucial part of that transition. The Project Coordinator: Graduate Recruitment’s role is to organise and manage network opportunities between students and graduate employers. These network opportunities include career fairs and company presentations that the incumbent arranges in collaboration with departments and other partners. The Project Coordinator: Graduate Recruitment will serve as the primary contact person between the UGCS and the employers. This position, in collaboration with faculties, departments, student societies and other relevant partners, provides career development support, ensuring that students develop SU’s graduate attributes and successfully transition into the world of work.
The Project Coordinator: Graduate Recruitment will also be part of a multidisciplinary team that uses data-driven decision-making to enhance student outcomes. The ideal candidate should have experience in recruitment, events management and career development, be adept at managing complex recruitment issues with empathy and professionalism, and be dedicated to student success initiatives.
Duties/Pligte
Organising and managing the annual graduate recruitment programme, particularly the annual career fairs.
Managing contract staff during the graduate recruitment programme.
Advising employers on the best way forward to address their needs and deciding on a recruitment strategy.
Publishing the annual graduate recruitment programme.
Co-managing the third money stream income of the UGCS.
Managing communication and marketing of career opportunities to students via mailshots with job opportunities and career resources to targeted student groups.
Assisting with recruiting representatives for panel discussions and networking events such as Career Khulumas.
Collaborating with student bodies, faculties, and departments to promote UGCS networking services.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Bachelor’s degree/advanced diploma in Industrial Psychology, Recruitment, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
At least three years’ relevant experience in graduate recruitment or HE career services.
A strong understanding of recruitment and selection processes.
Proficiency in social media and marketing.
At least three years’ experience in organising exhibition/career network events.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and another official South African language (bilingual proficiency preferred).
Strong computer literacy and information management skills.
Organisational, presentation, and conflict management skills.
Strong attention to detail and professionalism.
Good project management skills
Computer skills in the MS-Office environment.
Soft Skills:
Detail orientated.
A strong student-centred approach.
The ability to connect with students, academic staff and company representatives.
The ability to work under pressure.
The ability to work effectively in a team.
Effective time management skills.
Interest in the national and international world of work developments.
Strong ethical orientation.
A proactive and collaborative mindset.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
Proficiency in career services platforms and digital tools, e.g. LinkedIn, Symplicity, Everlytic.
Experience in multidisciplinary cooperation.
Experience in rendering services within a higher education or post-secondary education training systems environment.
Experience in organising career events.
Experience in service delivery to a diverse client population.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.
Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.
Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to undergo medical screening to determine whether they be fit to work in those occupations.
If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Mnr M. Timmey on 021 808 4707, or at timmey@sun.ac.za
Enquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre, on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency
Commencement Date 01-Mar-2026
Closing Date 05-Dec-2025
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie SU Archives
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Registrar’s Division
SU Archives
Internship (Post Level 15)
(Fixed-term full-time contract)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. REG/300/1125
The Stellenbosch University (SU) Archives, located in the Krotoa Building on the main campus, houses a collection of unique historical documents dating back more than a century, along with a growing collection of current records.
The small yet dynamic team serves as curators of this invaluable University resource.
An opportunity is currently available for a motivated, tech-savvy, and passionate individual to gain valuable on the job training and support the team in managing this important and impactful
portfolio.
Registrateursafdeling
US Argief
Internskap (Posvlak 15)
(Vastetermyn voltydse kontrak)
(Stellenbosch-kampus)
Verw. REG/300/1125
Die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US) Argief, geleë in die Krotoa-gebou op die hoofkampus, huisves ‘n versameling unieke historiese dokumente wat oor meer as ‘n eeu strek, asook ‘n groeiende
versameling hedendaagse rekords.
Die klein maar dinamiese span dien as kurators van hierdie waardevolle hulpbron van die Universiteit.
‘n Geleentheid is tans beskikbaar vir ‘n gemotiveerde, tegnologievaardige en passievolle individu om praktiese ervaring op te doen en die span te ondersteun met die bestuur van hierdie belangrike
en impakvolle portefeulje.
Duties/Pligte
Core Responsibilities
Accessioning, sorting, cataloguing and indexing physical and digital archival materials in accordance with recognised archival standards.
Creating and updating finding aids, metadata records, and indexes.
Digitising selected documents, photographs, and other archival materials.
Research and Reference Services
Assisting researchers by responding to reference and information requests, both in person and online.
Supporting research projects by retrieving and preparing materials as required.
Outreach Activities
Supporting outreach activities, including exhibition setup and receiving and guiding visitor groups.
Administrative and Support Functions
Updating and maintaining archival databases and finding aids.
Assisting with document storage management and related issues.
Assisting with the management and environmental monitoring of the physical facility, including spatial planning, rearranging and moving of collections.
Providing support with administrative and ad hoc tasks as required.
On premise and on-site at Stellenbosch campus
This position is on premise and in-office only and does not include a remote or hybrid working option.
Kernverantwoordelikhede
Sortering, katalogisering en indeksering van fisiese en digitale argiefmateriaal in ooreenstemming met erkende argiefstandaarde.
Die skep en bywerking van vindmiddels, metadatarekords en indekse.
Digitalisering van geselekteerde dokumente, foto¿s en ander argiefmateriaal.
Navorsing en Navrae
Hulpverlening met die beantwoording van navrae deur navorsers, beide in persoon en aanlyn.
Ondersteun navorsingsprojekte deur materiaal te vind en voor te berei en beskikbaar te maak soos benodig.
Uitreik Aktiwiteite
Ondersteun uitreik aktiwiteite, insluitende die opstel van uitstallings en die ontvangs en rondleiding van besoekersgroepe.
Administratiewe- en Ondersteuningsfunksies
Bywerking en instandhouding van argiefdatabasisse en vindhulpmiddels.
Hulpverlening met die bestuur van die dokumentstoor en verwante kwessies.
Hulpverlening met die bestuur en monitering van die fisiese fasiliteite, insluitende ruimtelike beplanning, herrangskikking en verskuiwing van versamelings.
Hulpverlening met administratiewe en ad hoc-take soos benodig.
Stellenbosch-kampus- en kantoorgebaseerd
Hierdie pos is slegs kampus- en kantoorgebaseerd en sluit nie die opsie in om van die huis af of hibried te werk nie.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
A relevant tertiary qualification in Archival Studies, Library and Information Science, History, or a related discipline.
Recently graduated with no prior full-time work experience.
Basic knowledge of archival theory, principles, and methods.
Competence in Microsoft Office applications.
Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, meet deadlines, and work independently.
A systematic and thorough approach with excellent attention to detail.
A proactive, flexible, and service-oriented attitude.
Working in office on campus with a team of experience Archivists.
‘n Toepaslike tersiêre kwalifikasie in Argiefwese, Biblioteek- en Inligtingkunde, Geskiedenis of ‘n verwante dissipline.
Onlangs gegradueer met geen vooraf voltydse werkservaring nie.
Basiese kennis van argiefteorie, -beginsels en -metodes.
Vaardigheid in Microsoft Office-toepassings.
Goeie skriftelike en mondelinge kommunikasievaardighede in Engels en Afrikaans.
Die vermoë om werk doeltreffend te beplan en te prioritiseer, sperdatums na te kom en onafhanklik te werk.
‘n Sistematiese en noukeurige benadering met uitstekende aandag aan detail.
‘n Proaktiewe en diensgerigte ingesteldheid.
Werk op kampus saam met’ n span ervare Argiefbewaarders.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
Knowledge and experience of digitisation practices and standards.
Familiarity with metadata creation and controlled vocabularies.
Understanding of archival preservation and conservation principles.
Knowledge of the history of South Africa and Stellenbosch University.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Competencies
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Comfortable with technology.
Research and analytical ability.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Service delivery and client oriented.
Adaptability and willingness to learn.
Kennis van en ervaring met digitaliseringspraktyke en -standaarde.
Vertroudheid met die skep van metadata en beheerde woordeskatte.
Begrip van argiefbewaring en -konserveringsbeginsels.
Kennis van die geskiedenis van Suid-Afrika en die Universiteit Stellenbosch.
Goeie interpersoonlike vaardighede en die vermoë om as deel van ‘n span te werk.
Vaardighede
Noukeurigheid en aandag aan detail.
Gemaklik met tegnologie.
Navorsings- en ontledingsvermoë.
Uitstekende organisatoriese- en tydsbestuursvaardighede.
Dienslewering en kliëntgerigtheid.
Aanpasbaarheid en bereidwilligheid om te leer.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.
Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to undergo medical screening to determine whether they be fit to work in those occupations.
If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Die Universiteit Stellenbosch is tot gelyke indiensneming (GI) verbind, en aanstellings word ooreenkomstig die institusionele GI-plan gemaak. Slegs Suid-Afrikaanse burgers uit die
aangewese groepe sal vir aanstelling oorweeg word.
Die Universiteit Stellenbosch behou die reg voor om nie ‘n aanstelling te maak nie.
U aansoek moet vergesel wees van ‘n volledige curriculum vitae (met die name en e-posadresse van minstens drie referente) en moet die Universiteit voor of op die sluitingsdatum in die
advertensie bereik.
Doen aanlyn by https://www.su.ac.za/af/loopbane-us aansoek deur op “Apply now” regs boaan die bladsy vir die spesifieke vakature te klik.
Die Universiteit behou die reg voor om kwalifikasies na te gaan en agtergrondinligting oor alle kandidate in te win.
Die Wet op Beroepsgesondheid en Veiligheid vereis dat persone in beroepe met potensiële blootstelling aan sekere gevare (soos geraas, gevaarlike chemiese stowwe en gevaarlike biologiese
middels) mediese keuring moet ondergaan om vas te stel of hulle geskik is om in sulke beroepe te werk.
Indien u nie binne vier tot ses weke na die sluitingsdatum van die Universiteit verneem nie, aanvaar asseblief dat u aansoek onsuksesvol was.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries about this post: Mrs Karlien Breedt at 021 808 2314, or at breedtk@sun.ac.za
Enquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre, on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), or
021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Navrae oor hierdie pos: Me Karlien Breedt by 021 808 2314, of by breedtk@sun.ac.za
Navrae oor vergoeding/voordele en tegniese ondersteuning met die elektroniese aansoekproses: Menslike Hulpbronne Kliëntedienssentrum, by 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), of
021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), of by sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Feb-2026
Closing Date 01-Dec-2025
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Campus Health Services
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Campus Health Services
Clinical Nurse Practitioner (Post Level 9)
(One-year fixed-term contract)
(Stellenbosch and Tygerberg Campuses)
Ref. KGD/301/1125
The core mandate of Campus Health Services is to provide an array of professional services and support to the Stellenbosch University (SU) community of 5000 staff and 35 000 students at its two largest campuses (Tygerberg and Stellenbosch Main Campus).
Specialised Occupational Health Service delivery, including individualised case support – preventing work-attributable ill-health, surveillance, health risk assessments, ill-health, disability and incapacity management,
Full-cycle Radiation Safety Management services: legal compliance, documentation, training, and consultation.
Sports and Exercise Medicine consultancy services: screening to injury rehabilitation, residence and institutional rugby.
Free Primary Health Care by Clinical Nurse Practitioners.
A Fee-for-Service doctor consultation service.
Accredited travel clinic.
Technical expertise on disease surveillance, outbreak response, and health-related advice.
Institutional Health Policy and Protocol development and revision.
Institutional Health and Wellbeing Strategic development.
.
Duties/Pligte
Providing comprehensive health care (preventative and curative) to staff and students on the campuses of Stellenbosch University, as part of a multi-professional team.
Providing emergency care to patients (e.g. performing ECG’s, nebulisations, including off site assessments, etc.).
Providing nursing support services at sport and other events on SU campuses (which includes availability after-hours and on public holidays on rotation according to a roster basis).
Dispensing medications (as defined by your scope of practice) and administering immunisations to patients.
Operational management and administrative responsibilities, as determined by the multi-professional team within Campus Health as a unit.
Participating in appropriate institutional activities which impact on service delivery (e.g. institutional presentations, seminars, workshops, etc.).
Developing innovative and occupational-specific processes and programmes to continuously improve service delivery at CHS.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Clinical Nurse Practitioner.
Postgraduate qualification in Primary Health Care (PHC).
At least seven to ten years’ experience as a Professional Registered Nurse.
Certificate in the dispensing of medicine.
A valid South African driver’s licence.
Appropriate experience in the use of information technology.
Demonstrable planning and organisational skills.
Problem solving skills, on a clinical and team functioning level.
Excellent communication skills, on a clinical and team functioning level.
Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multi-professional team environment.
The ability to work under pressurised circumstances with good time management.
Person-centred and values-driven care.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
Basic Life Support (BLS) or equivalent training in emergency care.
Postgraduate qualification in emergency medicine.
Postgraduate qualification in psychiatry.
Experience in the delivery of primary nursing care to a tertiary student population.
Training and experience in sexual health programmes.
Knowledge and experience in financial management processes.
Formal training in HIV/ AIDS programmes.
Training in the performance of spirometry, ECG, breast examinations and cervical smears.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.
Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to undergo medical screening to determine whether they be fit to work in those occupations.
If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Dr Kathryn Grammer, Senior Director: Campus Health Services, on 021 808 3492, or at kgrammer@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency
Commencement Date 01-Feb-2026
Closing Date 17-Dec-2025
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST)
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST)
Hybrid Learning Coordinator (Post Level 8)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. EBW13/299/1125
The Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST) is a leading research and postgraduate training centre within the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at Stellenbosch University (SU). It brings together research on transdisciplinary approaches, complexity, sustainability, governance and social-ecological resilience to inform pressing national, continental, and global sustainability and development challenges. This research also forms the foundation for the CST’s postgraduate training programmes, which include a postgraduate diploma, an MPhil and a PhD programme in Sustainable Development, as well as various short courses. The CST hosts leading scientists and students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds and fosters collaborations with a variety of departments across the University, nationally and globally, providing a vibrant hub for solution-oriented, transdisciplinary sustainability science, that is primarily funded from external research grants. The primary objective of the CST is to co-produce transformational knowledge on the dynamics of multi-scale, social-ecological and socio-technical change in partnership with key stakeholders, and to thereby provide strategic insights into the new modes of research and governance that can bring about a just transition to a more equitable and sustainable society, in southern Africa and globally.
The Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST) seeks a dynamic and experienced Hybrid Learning Coordinator to join its team. This full-time position will play a pivotal role in leading and supporting the development of hybrid education offerings at the CST, with a primary focus on the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Sustainable Development and a growing portfolio of short courses. Hybrid learning at Stellenbosch University blends short, intensive face-to-face engagements with extended periods of self-directed, online learning – requiring thoughtful design and coordination to ensure a seamless and impactful student experience that aligns with CST’s values and legacy of immersive, transformational student experiences. The incumbent will work closely with the PGDip programme leader and support the development and implementation of a high-quality, pedagogically sound hybrid learning curriculum, launching in 2026. The incumbent will also work with a wider set of researchers at the CST to support the expansion of CST’s educational offerings to broader audiences through short courses. This role demands a strategic, innovative thinker and skilled project manager who can collaborate across academic and administrative teams to deliver transformative learning experiences aligned with CST’s mission of advancing sustainability transitions.
Duties/Pligte
Leading and supporting the development and renewal of teaching, learning, and assessment resources, policies, and guidelines to support the shift to hybrid learning offerings at the CST, with a specific focus on the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Sustainable Development and the development of a growing portfolio of short courses.
Co-leading and supporting the development and coordination of short course offerings, leveraging the core PGDip programme content and structure, as well as relevant research at the CST.
Applying advanced learning and experience, design knowledge and skills to support the conceptualisation and operationalisation of the PGDip’s hybrid learning strategy.
Supporting and coordinating module design and implementation by supporting module teams in translating curriculum content into appropriate teaching, learning, and assessment activities aligned with the hybrid learning structure.
Facilitating orientation, onboarding, and training activities for staff and students to ensure effective use of platforms such as EMSLearn, MS Teams, and MySUN.
Leading and coordinating effective communication with module and short course students, as well as coordinating communication with convenors, lecturers, and relevant University departments.
Facilitating and managing both in-person and online learning environments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and a transformative student learning experience.
Coordinating teaching, learning, and assessment processes for modules, including content packaging, updates, submission management, and assessment coordination.
Overseeing the administration and facilitation of teaching, learning, and assessment platforms, including LMS, MS Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
Assisting with the coordination of the teaching and learning team within the Centre, including facilitating coordination meetings and supporting team collaboration.
Supporting quality assurance, curriculum review, and renewal processes by integrating feedback from students, lecturers, facilitators, and moderators to enhance the hybrid learning experience.
Supporting ongoing curriculum renewal and transformation through critical review and reflection and contributing to annual programme planning and design.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
A relevant bachelor’s degree or three-year tertiary qualification.
At least three years’ experience in the educational use and technical support of learning management systems (e.g. Moodle).
At least three years’ relevant work experience in a higher education or adult training context.
Solid understanding of various modes of delivery in South African higher education, including contact, blended, hybrid, and online learning.
Proven ability to design visually engaging and user-friendly course layouts that align with universal design for learning (UDL) principles.
Experience with using SCORM-compliant tools such as Articulate, iSpring, or H5P.
Knowledge of audio and video pedagogy suitable for online learning environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong project management and coordination capabilities, with experience managing diverse teams.
Highly organised and methodical, with the ability to build and improve institutional processes that support hybrid learning.
Demonstrated commitment to student support and the creation of transformative learning experiences.
The ability to contribute to curriculum renewal and transformation through critical reflection and review.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience with collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including subject matter experts, multimedia designers, and technical and administrative staff.
The ability to lead and innovate in the development of new hybrid teaching approaches and materials.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
A tertiary qualification in higher education, instructional design, or sustainability science.
A postgraduate qualification.
Research experience and outputs related to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Experience with facilitating learning in adult education or higher education contexts.
Proven ability to create reusable learning design templates and guidelines adopted at an institutional or organisational level.
Experience with HTML coding in Moodle.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.
Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries about this post: Nina Callaghan, Co-Director: CST, on 021 808 9607, or at ninac@sun.ac.za
Enquiries about remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Feb-2026
Closing Date 28-Nov-2025
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Research Nurse (Post Level 9)
(Two posts)
(Two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension)
(Tygerberg Campus)
Ref. TGB10/298/1125
The Preeclampsia Research Institute is situated on the Tygerberg Campus of Stellenbosch University (SU). We conduct pregnancy related research mostly in the fields of preeclampsia, foetal growth restriction and preterm birth.
Duties/Pligte
Recruiting, consenting and following up with study participants.
Working closely with doctors and nurses to manage patients in the wards.
Completing research notes and entering them into the electronic REDCap database.
Assisting with coordinating and booking special investigations, including MRI scans and echocardiography.
Meeting recruitment targets.
Assisting with tracing patients.
Collecting, processing and storing biological specimens including blood, cerebro-spinal fluid, saliva, urine and placental samples.
Working closely and maintaining good relations with other research nurses, hospital and clinic staff, field staff, study clinicians and laboratory staff.
Capturing participant information electronically with high attention to detail
Performing clinical nursing procedures related to our studies.
Performing various administrative tasks related to our studies, including ordering consumables, drafting standard operating procedures and writing reports.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse.
A qualified midwife.
Work experience in an adult or neonatal or paediatric intensive care unit, or similar experience working in a high care setting or theatre.
Work experience in obstetrics and/or paediatrics.
At least two years’ applicable experience.
Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel) which will be assessed with a competency test if candidates reach the interview stage.
Mobile phone and iPad literacy (must be able to WhatsApp, use a mobile phone to record records, send emails from a phone), which will be assessed with a competency test if candidates reach
the interview stage.Sound interpersonal skills which will be assessed if candidates reach the interview stage.
Good written and verbal communication skills which will be assessed with a competency test if candidates reach the interview stage.
Fluency in English and isiXhosa or Afrikaans.
Phlebotomy skills: must be able to draw blood and insert intravenous cannulas.
The ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) accreditation.
Experience in conducting research.
Experience recruiting for randomised control trials.
Experience with REDCap.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.
Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking “Apply now” at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to undergo medical screening to determine whether they be fit to work in those occupations.
If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries about this post: Sr Jacqui Thake on 082 868 3364, or at jacquivisser@sun.ac.za.
Enquiries about remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) /
021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za.
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Jan-2026
Closing Date 24-Nov-2025
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