Vaal University of Technology Jobs – 19 June

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DIRECTOR: RISK AND COMPLIANCE

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Director: Risk and Compliance will provide
strategic leadership, direction and assurance on risk management,
compliance management and good governance across the Vaal University
of Technology (VUT). The role supports Council, Management and
relevant committees by ensuring that risk and compliance processes are
aligned with applicable legislation, institutional policies and Strategy
2033+

The Director plays a critical role in conducting independent and objective
assurance and consulting activities that add value and improve the organisation’s
operations.

The Director is responsible for planning, executing and leading risk and
compliance across VUT. The role involves assessing and evaluating the
effectiveness of risk management processes and governance procedures to ensure
compliance with applicable regulations, policies and standards. The Director plays
a key role in advising management on risk mitigation strategies and identifying
opportunities for operational improvements.

Key Performance Areas

• Risk and Compliance Planning and Execution
• Risk Management
• Compliance Management
• Reporting and Documentation
• Leadership

APPLICATION CRITERIA:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Honours degree or a postgraduate Diploma in Risk and Compliance, Internal
  Auditing, Accounting or related field
• Relevant professional certifications and/or registration with a relevant professional
  body.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience, of which at least three (3) years
  must have been at a senior management level.
• Experience in internal auditing, risk management, compliance management and/or
  related fields.
• Experience in leading risk and compliance and providing recommendations to senior
  management.
• Previous experience working in a large organisation or in industries with complex
  regulatory requirements is preferred.

Added advantage

• Master’s degree

Skills:
Technical Skills

• Proficiency in risk and compliance software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word,
  PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and techniques to identify trends and risks in
  financial and operations data.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to
  communicate complex findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and guide
  team members.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Friday 19 June 2026

Application requirements:

1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from
   www.vut.ac.za
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in
   the fields mentioned above)
3. Certified copies of all qualifications
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document
5. Contact details of referees
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment10@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post
   reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications
   submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be
   disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form
   will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not
   hear from VUT within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application
   as unsuccessful.

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Multimedia Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key Performance Areas

• Develop and implement social media and digital communication strategies aligned
  to the University’s brand and strategic objectives.
• Create, manage, and publish engaging multimedia content across digital platforms,
  including social media, websites, podcasts, livestreams, and internal
  communication platforms.
• Manage and grow the University’s digital presence through audience engagement,
  trend monitoring, platform optimisation, and innovative storytelling techniques.
• Produce multimedia content including photography, videography, short-form
  videos, interviews, reels, podcasts, live broadcasts, and promotional campaigns.
• Coordinate content planning, editorial calendars, and digital campaign execution in
  collaboration with faculties, departments, and stakeholders.
• Monitor social media conversations, audience sentiment, and emerging trends to
  strengthen the University’s online reputation and visibility.
• Generate monthly digital analytics and performance reports, including audience
  growth, engagement, reach, and campaign impact.
• Support institutional events through multimedia coverage, livestreaming,
  photography, videography, and real-time social media updates.
• Assist with crisis communication and reputation management on digital and social
  media platforms.
• Maintain and manage the University’s digital media archive and image bank.
• Ensure that all digital and multimedia content complies with institutional branding,
  communication standards, and social media policies.
• Research and implement new digital communication tools, content formats, and
  audience engagement strategies to strengthen the University’s digital footprint.

APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:

• A relevant 3-year qualification or diploma in Communication, Journalism,
  Marketing, Multimedia, Digital Media, Public Relations, Business, Commerce, or a
  related field.
• Relevant experience in multimedia content creation, social media management,
  digital storytelling, online audience engagement, or platform management.
• Proven experience in growing and managing digital platforms and online
  communities will serve as a strong advantage.
• A strong portfolio of multimedia and social media work, including demonstrated
  platform growth, audience engagement, and digital content performance, is
  required.
• Experience as a content creator, influencer, digital media practitioner, social media
  coordinator, or related digital communications role may be considered.
• Additional training in Digital Marketing, Social Media, Multimedia, Content Creation,
  or related digital disciplines will serve as an added advantage.
• Recognition of prior learning, industry experience, digital influence, and
  demonstrated digital media impact may be considered

Skills:

• Excellent social media content creation and digital storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in multimedia production including photography, videography, editing,
  podcasting, and livestreaming.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, algorithms, analytics, and
  audience engagement strategies.
• Ability to create engaging short-form and long-form digital content for multiple
  platforms.
• Knowledge of digital editing software and multimedia tools including Adobe Creative
  Cloud, Canva, CapCut, or similar platforms.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound understanding of online brand management and reputation management.
• Ability to interpret digital metrics and generate performance reports.
• A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Creative and innovative thinker.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Professionalism and ethical conduct in digital communications.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced digital and media environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Customer and stakeholder service orientation.
• Passion for digital media, emerging trends, and audience engagement.
• Ability to build and maintain positive online communities.
• Results-driven with the ability to grow digital visibility and engagement.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 24 June 2026

Application requirements

1. A fully completed prescribed application form, obtainable from www.vut.ac.za.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in
   the fields mentioned above).
3. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates or degrees.
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document.
5. Current contact details of referees.
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment10@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post
   reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications
   submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be
   disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form
   will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not
   hear from VUT within three months of the closing date, please regard your
   application as unsuccessful.
   For enquiries contact: Ms S Nortje Tel: 016-950 9695 email: gerbrechtn@vut.ac.za

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Lecturer Computer Systems

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:

• Lecturing modules in the discipline, from Diploma to PGD level.
• Supervision of graduate and post-graduate research projects.
• Research productivity (such as journal articles, book chapters, and patents).
• Serve in various administrative committees in the Department.
• Contributing to curriculum development
• Contributing to quality assurance in the department and programmes such as ECSA.
• Creating and maintaining collaborative relationships with the industry.
• Willingness to undergo short courses for professional development (E.g. Cisco & Huawei)

APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications:

• Master of Engineering Electrical: Computer Systems / Master of Computer Systems Engineering
  (Lecturer)
• First degree must be Computer Systems Engineering (NQF Level 7)
  Experience:
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience after a Master’s level in an institute of higher
  education, OR five (5) years of professional industrial experience (Lecturer).

Skills:

• Deep disciplinary expertise in IoT systems, Computer networks, Systems development, AI, and
  cybersecurity.
• Eligibility for ECSA registration (compulsory ECSA registration for foreign qualifications)
• Knowledge of computer clusters, parallel systems and HPC.
• Excellent communication (report-writing and verbal) skills.
• Expertise in Engineering Software Packages (e.g. MATLAB, Proteus).
• Competency in microcontroller project development and prototyping (ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry
  Pi etc).
• Expertise in C/C++ coding for embedded systems (Micro Python an advantage).
• Experience in software development (especially cloud-based applications).
• Good understanding of operating systems (Linux preferably)
• Good knowledge of Cloud & Virtualization technologies (IaaS, Containers, VMs, etc.)
• Good interpersonal skills (Collegiality, team player and time management).
• Problem-solving and critical thinking Skills.
• Understanding of ECSA Accreditation Requirements, Familiarity with Graduate Attributes (GAs),
  Programme Outcomes (POs), and the ECSA accreditation process for engineering qualifications,
  Curriculum and Assessment Literacy, Ability to interpret course outcomes, assessments, rubrics,
  moderation reports, and link them to ECSA’s criteria.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 June 2026
Application requirements:

1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.vut.ac.za
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields
   mentioned above)
3. Certified copies of all certificates or degrees
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document
5. Current contact details of referees
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment1@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and
   post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted
   without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be
   considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from
   VUT within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications