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Lecturer (P08)/Senior Lecturer (P07): Business/Tourism Management

Job Description

Purpose

SPU is recruiting for a candidate who would be responsible for teaching and learning, research and community engagement and to provide support to the department/faculty in pursuit of its academic objectives. Responsibilities also include curriculum development, student academic development, administration and quality assurance to contribute to the academic initiatives undertaken by the department/faculty.

Senior Lecturer (P7):

• A PhD or relevant Doctorate in Business/Tourism Management or relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years teaching experience as a lecturer at a university.
• Demonstrated ability to teach across subjects within the Business/Tourism Management discipline.
• Should be an established researcher.
• Demonstrate evidence of continuous research in the form of publications in DHET accredited journals and peer-reviewed conference proceedings, research papers presented at national and/or international conferences; contributions to scholarly books published by reputable publishers, in good standing with DHET and not linked to predatory practices;
• Citations (e.g. Scopus H-index)
• Evidence of external research fund raising.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision at master’s and or PhD level
• Experience in curriculum development/ review
• Evidence of community engagement activities within the discipline
• Evidence of competence in administration of a course/subject at departmental level.
• Evidence of external examining/moderating at other higher education institutions at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels

Lecturer (P8)

• A Masters degree in Business/Tourism Management
• Willingness to register for a Doctorate within one year
• At least two years of university teaching experience
• Demonstrate evidence of research activity in the form of publications in DHET accredited journals, and/or peer-reviewed conference proceedings that contain substantially complete papers that have the potential to be submitted for publication,
• Honours degree supervision
• Demonstrate willingness to develop teaching capacity and reflect on personal teaching and learning philosophy
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
• Evidence of competence in the administration of a course/subject at departmental level
• Evidence of active participation in workshops/forums in higher education as well as community engagement activities
• Excellent computer skills

Duties 

Teaching:

• Lecture modules at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, supervise and monitor student’s projects/dissertations.
• Compile work schemes in collaboration with colleagues
• Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.
• The professional preparation of teaching media.
• The professional preparation of notes to supplement or substitute prescribed textbooks.
• Research and selection of suitable reference material to supplement textbooks.
• The facilitation of an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.
• The upgrading of course content/ development of new courses and/or modules to keep up with the latest requirements of the discipline.
• Student and peer evaluations of teaching performance
• Apply appropriate assessment methods
• External examination and invitations to teach externally

 Research

• Conduct research in the discipline.
• Publish research.
• Keep abreast of discipline developments.
• Obtain research grants.

 Curriculum development and community engagement

• Contribute to community engagement initiatives
• Integrate community engagement interventions into the curriculum.
• Report on own involvement in professional, industry and/or community activities.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses/modules to ensure alignment with sector/discipline norms and requirements
• Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies.

 Student academic development

• Identify students at risk timeously.
• Develop intervention strategies.
• Provide academic counselling to students.
• Monitor student progress.
• Make necessary referrals for students, where needed

Academic administration

• Keep attendance registers.
• Record student results.
• Assist with the registration of students
• Invigilate tests and examinations
• Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, OHSE and academic administration functions.
• Participate in or chair departmental committees.
• Manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/career days.
• Contribute to quality assurance (QA) through committee
• meetings and submission of relevant documents
• Identify QA feedback mechanisms within the faculty/department.
• Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the faculty/department.
• Implement appropriate interventions emanating from the above recommendations.
• Contribute to policymaking.
• Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes
• Participate in the review of teaching, research, community
• engagement and academic administration objectives
• Contribute to the development of academic related decision making.
• Act as programme leader, mentor and coach junior colleagues
• Management of tutor activities
• Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and its implications for teaching and learning, community engagement, research, etc.

 Personal/Professional development

• Keep abreast of developments in professional conduct at SPU.
• Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments.
• Engage in continuous professional development activities.
• Prepare a development plan for promotion to the next level, within the stipulated time frame,
• Attend conferences, seminars and workshops,
• Present research papers at conferences.

Monitoring/Evaluation and reporting

• Develop relevant reports as and when required,
• Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

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Lecturer x1 (P8) /Senior Lecturer x1 (P7): Chemistry

Job Description

Purpose

Responsible for teaching and learning, research and community engagement and to provide support to the department/faculty in pursuit of its academic objectives. Responsibilities may also include curriculum development, student academic development, administration and quality assurance to contribute to the academic initiatives undertaken by the department/Faculty.

Minimum Requirement

Lecturer P8

• PhD degree in Chemistry, with demonstrated research specialization in chemistry.
• At least two (2) years teaching experience at a tertiary institution,
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision,
• Postdoctoral research experience and proof of publication of peer-reviewed article in a scholarly journal
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community engagement activities.
• Evidence of competence in administration of a course/subject at departmental level.
• Excellent computer skills
• Exceptional communication skills.

Senior Lecturer P7

• PhD degree in Chemistry, with demonstrated research specialization in chemistry.
• At least 5 years relevant teaching experience at a tertiary institution,
• Evidence of managing a research program and record of publications in DHET accredited journal/s,
• Evidcne of successful postgraduate supervision at masters and/or PhD level.
• Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.
• Excellent computer skills.

Recommendation 

Lecturer

• NRF rating or demonstrate the potential for an NRF rating

Senior Lecturer

• NRF rating or demonstrate the potential for an NRF rating
• Mobilized research grant funding or have applied for research funding.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

• Deliver on teaching and learning in undergraduate and post-graduate students in chemistry.
• Undertake curriculum and programme development in the Department
• Participate in academic administration and subject management in the Department
• Seek research funding and conduct research within relevant fields
• Contribute to capacity building and collegiality within the Department
• Engage with a diversity of stakeholders and community, including academic collaboration, research funding in the industry and government.
• Conduct appropriate research and publish research
• Acts as a study/research leader and contribute to community engagement initiatives.
• Develop intervention strategies and monitor student
• Participate and chair departmental committees and manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/careers days.
• Contribute to quality assurance and implement appropriate interventions.
• Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and professional conduct at SPU.
• Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders

Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

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Administrator: Internationalisation (P13)

Job Description

Purpose

The International Office Administrator plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day operation of the university’s International Office, supporting international student recruitment, student mobility programmes, partnership administration, and visa compliance. This position serves as a first point of contact for prospective and current international students, academic staff, partner institutions, and external agencies.

The post-holder will provide high-quality administrative support across all functions of the International Office, ensuring efficient processing of applications and correspondence, accurate maintenance of records, and adherence to relevant immigration regulations, university policies, and data protection legislation. The role demands a proactive, culturally aware professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment

Minimum requirements 

• A relevant undergraduate degree (NQF 7) in Administration, International Relations, Business, Humanities, Development Studies, or a related field,
• At least 2-3 years’ experience in an administrative role, ideally within a university, college, or international education context,
• Working knowledge of international student recruitment, admissions processes, or student visa/immigration compliance procedures,
• Proficiency in standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to work with student information or CRM systems,
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English, with experience drafting professional correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain high accuracy under pressure.

Recommendations

• Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in International Education, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with student record systems such as SITS, Banner, PeopleSoft, or ITS.
• Experience administering funded mobility programmes (e.g., Turing Scheme, Erasmus+, Fulbright Program, or bilateral scholarships).
• Proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English.
• Experience working with or within international partner institutions, government agencies, or education agents.
• Familiarity with immigration compliance obligations for international students in the relevant national context.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. International Student Administration & Enquiry Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for international student enquiries via email, telephone, in-person, and online portals.
• Process and track applications from prospective international students, ensuring accurate data entry into the university’s student information system (e.g., ITS).
• Coordinate pre-arrival communications including offer letters, acceptance procedures, pre-enrolment documentation, and welcome information packs.
• Liaise with faculties and departments to progress applications and resolve any outstanding admission requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate student records in compliance with POPIA, or other applicable data protection legislation.
• Assist students with registration, induction, and orientation activities.

2.  Visa and Immigrations’ Compliance Support

• Support the administration of the university’s student visa sponsorship obligations in compliance with national immigration regulations (e.g., South African DHA study permit processes, or equivalent).
• Issue or coordinate the issuance of formal documents required for visa applications, including Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, acceptance letters, financial letters, and enrolment certificates.
• Maintain accurate sponsor management system records, including contact details, enrolment status, attendance, and course changes.
• Monitor and report on changes in student circumstances that trigger compliance obligations (e.g., suspensions, deferrals, course transfers, withdrawals).
• Assist with preparation for internal and external immigration compliance audits.
• Stay current on relevant immigration legislation and policy changes; communicate updates to internal stakeholders as appropriate.

3. International Partnership & Agreement Administration

• Maintain the university’s register of international partnership agreements (MOUs, exchange agreements, dual-degree frameworks), ensuring records are accurate, current, and stored securely.
• Coordinate the lifecycle administration of partnership agreements, including tracking expiry dates, initiating renewal processes, and circulating documents for signature.
• Liaise with partner institutions internationally regarding exchange nominations, mobility quotas, course approvals, and student placement logistics.
• Support the organisation of inward delegations and international visits, including scheduling, logistics, hospitality coordination, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Assist senior colleagues with the development of new partnerships through background research, draft correspondence, and maintenance of a partner contact database. 

4. Mobility Programmes (Study abroad and Exchange) 

• Administer outgoing and incoming staff mobility activities, including teaching visits, research exchanges, training visits, short-term fellowships, and professional staff development mobility.
• Coordinate nominations, invitations, acceptance letters, travel documentation, itineraries, and pre-departure information for staff mobility participants.
• Liaise with faculties, departments, HR, Finance, Legal, and partner institutions to ensure staff mobility is properly approved, recorded, and aligned with institutional policies.
• Support visiting scholars and international staff visitors with invitation letters, visa-support documentation, accommodation referrals, campus access, orientation, and logistical arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records of staff mobility flows, including purpose of visit, partner institution, duration, funding source, outputs, and reporting requirements.
• Support the administration and reporting of funded staff mobility schemes, including Erasmus+, bilateral agreements, SANORD/SASUF opportunities, and other international partnership programmes.
• Collect evidence of mobility outcomes, such as teaching contributions, joint publications, curriculum development, research collaboration, grant development, workshops, and partnership strengthening.
• Maintain a mobility calendar covering student and staff application deadlines, nomination periods, reporting dates, and funding calls.

5. Recruitment and Marketing Support

• Support the coordination of international student recruitment activities including open days, agent briefings, and virtual information events.
• Assist with the preparation of international marketing materials, country-specific information sheets, and digital content updates for the university’s international web pages.
• Maintain and update the international recruitment database, tracking enquiries through the recruitment funnel and producing conversion reports as required.
• Liaise with international education agents, ensuring they have current institutional information and that agent agreements are properly administered.
• Respond to requests for course information, entry requirements, scholarship opportunities, and campus life from prospective international students and their families

6. Financial Administration 

• Process financial transactions relating to the International Office, including purchase orders, supplier invoices, travel expense claims, and scholarship disbursements.
• Monitor budget lines assigned to specific programmes or activities, flagging variances to line managers.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support preparation of budget reports for internal management and external funders.
• Act as Purchasing Card (P-Card) holder or delegate where required, in accordance with university financial regulations.

7. Office Operations and Data Management

• Provide general administrative support to the International Office team, including diary management, minute-taking, filing, and correspondence.
• Maintain and update the International Office’s databases and shared document repositories.
• Generate regular statistical and performance reports on international student numbers, enquiry volumes, mobility flows, and partnership activity.
• Coordinate the production of formal reports for university committees, governing bodies, and external stakeholders.
• Support the continuous improvement of administrative processes, proposing and implementing efficiency improvements where appropriate.
• Ensure all activities comply with university policies, quality standards, and relevant legal and regulatory requirements

Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

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Administrator: Grants Management (P13)

Job Description

Purpose

The Grant’s Administrator is responsible for the full lifecycle management of grant funding — from identifying and pursuing funding opportunities through to compliance, reporting, and financial oversight of awarded grants. This role is central to sustaining the organisation’s revenue streams and ensuring that all grant-funded programmes are administered in accordance with funder requirements and internal policies.The ideal candidate is a highly organised, detail-oriented professional with strong financial acumen, excellent writing skills, and demonstrated experience in grants management within the non-profit, public, or higher education sector. 

Minimum requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years demonstrated experience in grants administration, or grants management.
• Proven track record of successfully securing and managing grants from government, bilateral, or foundation funders.
• Strong understanding of grant compliance frameworks, financial reporting, and donor regulations (e.g., NRF, MRC, USAID, EU, DG Murray Trust, NDA, or similar).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent written communication skills, including grant and report writing.

Recommendations

• Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as the SARIMA Research Grants and Contracts Management or equivalent.
• Experience working with grants management software.
• Knowledge of South African grant-making landscape, including government grants and private foundations.
• Experience in a non-profit, higher education, or public sector environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Grant Identification & Prospecting

• Research and identify relevant grant opportunities from government bodies, foundations, corporate funders, and international agencies.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date grants calendar and pipeline tracker.
• Conduct funder mapping and due diligence to assess alignment with organisational priorities.
• Monitor grant portals, funding databases, and government gazettes for new opportunities.

2. Proposal Development & Submission

• Assist with the preparation, writing, and submission of grant applications and proposals.
• Coordinate with programme, finance, and leadership teams to gather relevant data, budgets, and narrative content.
• Ensure all proposals comply with funder guidelines, deadlines, and formatting requirements.
• Develop project budgets in collaboration with the finance team for submission as part of applications.
• Maintain a library of standard organisational documents (registration certificates, audited financials, profiles) for grant submissions.

3. Post-Award Grant Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for grant funders following award notification.
• Review and interpret grant agreements, terms, and conditions; ensure all obligations are understood by relevant staff.
• Set up grant files and tracking systems for each awarded grant, including financial codes, milestones, and reporting schedules.
• Monitor expenditure against grant budgets and flag variances to the finance team.
• Coordinate with programme staff to track deliverable completion and outputs.

4. Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and submit accurate interim and final reports to funders within required deadlines.
• Compile supporting documentation for financial reports, including invoices, payroll records, and proof of activities.
• Ensure all grant-funded activities adhere to funder terms, national regulations, and organisational policies.
• Support internal and external audits related to grant funding.
• Implement and maintain grant compliance checklists and procedures.

5. Financial Administration

• Reconcile grant expenditure with accounting records monthly.
• Process grant-related invoices, payment requests, and reimbursements in accordance with funder rules.
• Prepare grant-specific financial statements and budget-vs-actual reports.
• Flag disallowed costs, underspend, or overspend risks and recommend corrective actions.

6. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Build and maintain positive relationships with funders, programme officers, and donor contacts.
• Liaise with internal departments (Finance, HR, Programmes, Legal) to ensure seamless grant execution.
• Represent the organisation at donor meetings, site visits, and funder briefings as required.
• Provide capacity building and guidance to programme staff on grants compliance and reporting requirements.

7. Systems & Record Keeping

• Maintain an accurate and auditable grants management database or system,
• Ensure all grant documentation is filed securely and accessible for audit purposes.
• Generate regular management reports on the status of the grant’s portfolio.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of grants management processes and standard operating procedures.

Enquiries can be made via email at spurecruit@spu.ac.za

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

Click here to apply

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