Mangosuthu University of Technology Vacancies

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DIRECTOR (P5) – Ref: AH06

Key Performance Areas:

• Leadership & Management.
• Policy Development.
• HR Policy & Procedure Management and Employment Relations.
• Implementation of MUT’s Human Resources Strategy
• Remuneration and HR administration
• Safety, Health & Employee Wellness Management.
• Team Management & Team Participation.
• HR Consulting and coaching.
• Customer Advice and Support.
• Resource Management: Budget & Finance (Financial Administration)
• Resource Management: Human Resources
• Representation

Minimum Requirements:

• An appropriate Master’s Degree / NQF level 9 qualification.
• At least five (5) to seven (7) years relevant experience as a Senior HR Consultant in
  a generalist HR environment, with at least three years in a supervisory or
  management capacity.
• Management/supervisory experience in Remuneration and HR administration

Recommendation:

• Registration with the South African Board for Personnel Practice (SABPP).
• Competent Skills Development Facilitator
• Understanding of Higher Education and Training environment
• Computer Proficiency (MS Office suite)

Competencies:

• Technical/ professional HR knowledge and skill
• In-depth knowledge of HR administration systems
• In-depth knowledge of labour legislation
• Leadership and people management
• Financial management
• Planning and organizing.
• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• Client service
• Communication
• Building interpersonal relationships

Salary Scale: R970 044.00 – R1 333 150.00 basic salary per annum.

Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, and study grant.

Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,

via email: hr@mut.ac.za.

No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7328 / 7560
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR AND SENIOR RESEARCHER: TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide direction in collaboration with line functions to faculties as it relates to teaching
  and learning development.
• Coordinate academic support to teaching staff.
• Coordinate, monitor and report on the operational effectiveness of line functions within
  the LTDC.
• Conduct relevant institutional research to support the work of the LTDC.
• Assist with the establishment of an in-house academic staff training system that
  addresses didactic challenges for staff employed in foundational programmes (ECP
  and PRETECH).

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree
• Five (5) years of lecturing experience at a university level.
• Two (2) years Management experience in a university environment.
• Experience working within an academic development environment.
• Designing and facilitating trainings on assessment and curriculum development
• Project management experience.

Recommendation:

• Specilaisation in Education is recommended
• A doctoral degree is recommended.

Competencies:

• Broad understanding of the national higher education policy environment.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Strong work ethic.

Salary Scale: R844 944.00 – R1 083 619.00 basic salary per annum.
Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, and study grant

applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,
via email: hr@mut.ac.za.

No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7560 / 7328
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities. In accordance with the Departmental EE
targets, first preference will be given to an African Female.

03 X INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT MANAGERS

(1 of each Architecture, Quantity Surveying, and Civil / Structural Engineering and
Construction Management)
Three (3) Year Fixed Term Contract

The purpose of this position is to provide professional project management and technical
leadership in the planning, coordination and delivery of the University’s infrastructure projects,
ensuring alignment with institutional strategic objectives and the Infrastructure Master Plan.

The three positions are intended to provide discipline-specific expertise across
Architecture, Quantity Surveying, and Civil/Structural Engineering/Construction
Management within an integrated infrastructure delivery environment.

Key Performance Areas:

• Project Management
• Strategic Leadership
• Financial Planning, Control & Management
• Risk Management
• Communication, Stakeholder Management and Reporting

Minimum Requirements:

• NQF 7 qualification such as BTech or BSc or Advanced Diploma in the Built
  Environment, specifically in Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Civil/Structural
  Engineering/Construction Management.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in infrastructure project management, including
  management of large-scale built environment projects with exposure to financial
  control and reporting
• Proven ability in planning, coordinating, and directing multiple projects across different
  sites concurrently.
• Demonstrated experience in contract management, including administration of JBCC,
  NEC or similar contracts.
• Experience in project financial management, including budgeting, cost control and
  reporting.
• Experience in procurement processes and tender management within a regulated
  environment
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including National Building
  Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety, and construction-related policies
• Proficiency in the use of project management tools and standard computer packages
  (including spreadsheets and reporting systems)
• Must be professionally registered with the relevant statutory council in the applicable
  discipline: SACAP (Professional Architect), SACQSP (Professional Quantity
  Surveyor), ECSA (Professional Engineer), and SACPCMP (Construction Manager or
  Professional Construction Manager), etc.
• Valid driver’s licence

Recommendations:
1 Project Management qualification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent will be advantageous)
2 Demonstrated capability in managing multidisciplinary professional teams and service
providers.
3 Strong stakeholder management, communication, and reporting skills.

Competencies:

• Experience in financial analysis and project life cycle costing
• Professional English Language Skills & Business Writing Skills
• MS Office Suite including Excel and Projects: Highly proficient.

Salary Scale: R844 944.00 – R1 083 619.00 basic salary per annum.

Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, and study grant.
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,
via email: hr@mut.ac.za.

No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7560 / 7328
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities. The candidates advancing achievement of
the Departmental EE targets will be given preference

LEARNING DESIGNER (P8) x2

Key Performance Areas:

• Work with lecturers to understand varying student needs, identify learning outcomes
  and apply learning design methodology.
• Design course materials in a variety of formats to ensure highly interactive learning
  solutions.
• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that achieve
  learning outcomes.
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and learning environment.
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, and the finished product.
• Manage the creation of supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations etc.).
• Research the effectiveness of adopted educational technology tools and strategies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Honours Degree / Postgraduate Diploma.
• At least five (5) years of experience working with Learning Management Systems in a
  higher education environment, with a strong preference of experience in Blackboard or
  Moodle. Of these five years, at least three (3) years must include professional design
  and development of learning content for blended learning.
• Experience working within an academic and/or academic development environment.

Recommendation:

• Honours Degree/Postgraduate Diploma: Focus on Educational Technology or related
  field (e.g. Instructional Design, Education, Curriculum Development, ICTs in
  Education, Digital Education and Online Teaching)
• Master’s degree

Competencies:

• Computer Literacy: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project Access / Database,
  Internet, E-mail.
• Use of Project Management Tools.
• Competence in eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate,
  H5P) is desirable.
• Solid understanding of learning theories and instructional design models (e.g. ADDIE,
  SAM, Constructivist approaches).
• Ability to apply pedagogically sound practices in course design and academic staff
  support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, or lecturing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong time management and project coordination abilities.

Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, and study grant.
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,
via email: hr@mut.ac.za.
No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7560 / 7328
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities. The candidates advancing achievement of
the Departmental EE targets will be given preference.

SENIOR SPECIALIST: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESSMENT (Five (5) Year Fixed Term Contract)

Key Performance Areas:

• Planning, designing and developing high quality and relevant curriculum content and
  assessments.
• Professional development in teaching and learning and assessment.
• Research new and innovative curriculum practices and stay current with curricula
  trends and standards.
• Promote the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Support the Senior Director in achieving the mission of the LTDC.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree with an educational specialization.
• Five (5)years teaching or academic development experience in a higher education
  environment.
• Experience and knowledge of curriculum development and assessment.
• Expertise in planning and facilitating capacity development in higher education
  institutions.
• Ability to provide convincing academic leadership to faculties.
• Knowledge and experience in institutional research.

Recommendation:

• A PhD degree is recommended in Education.

Competencies:

• Experience and knowledge of curriculum development and assessment in higher
  education.
• Expertise in planning and facilitating capacity development initiatives in higher
  education institutions.
• Knowledge and experience in institutional research.
• Ability to provide convincing academic leadership to faculties.
• Leadership skills
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Report writing skills

Salary Scale: R660 265.00 – R872 906 basic salary per annum.

Benefits: 13th cheque, housing subsidy, pension, group life, medical aid, and study grant.
Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,
via email: hr@mut.ac.za.
No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7560 / 7328
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities. In accordance with the Departmental EE
targets, first preference will be given to an African Female /African Male.

AEROBICS COACH (X4) – REF: AD75

AEROBICS COACH (X4) – REF: AD75
FIXED TERM CONTRACT: 07 MONTHS
READVERTISEMENT

Key Performance Areas:

• Plan and conduct structured training sessions.
• Commitment to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work with university students, structures and observe policies, and
  procedures.
• Develop athletes’ technical, tactical, physical, and mental skills.
• Analyze performance and implement improvement strategies.
• Identify and recruit potential student-athletes.
• Organise code specific mass participation programmes on campus.
• Submit monthly administrative documents (attendance register, reports, entries, injury
  logs).
• Deliver sessions on and off campus residences.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Recognized relevant coaching certificate.
• First Aid Certificate
• Valid Police Clearance
• 3 years instructing experience
• Safeguarding certificate

Recommandations:

• Knowledge of KATABOX, STEP & HI-LO
• Experience in group instructing
• Ability to instruct boot camp

Salary Scale: R4,500.00 – R6000.00
Benefits: None

Interested applicants should send (a) a motivation detailing the extent to which they meet the
requirements of the position; (b) an application form (downloadable from www.mut.ac.za); (c)
a Curriculum Vitae; (d) certified copies of academic qualifications plus academic records
including matriculation certificate (Please provide academic transcripts and SAQA
evaluation certificate, if qualifications were obtained outside South Africa), proof of
professional registration with a relevant professional body where applicable and copy of a
valid driver’s license (where applicable) (e)certified copy of the identity document. ; and (f)
names of three contactable referees to: Department of Human Resources and Development,
via email: hr@mut.ac.za.
No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without the
application form and required documents will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from MUT within 3 months,
please deem your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Tel: (031) 907 7328 / 7356
Closing Date: 13 April 2026
Mangosuthu University of Technology is committed to meeting the objectives of
Employment Equity to improve representivity within the institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity
targets including people with disabilities.

We wish you all the best with your applications