Mpumalanga University Jobs – 24 June

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Associate Professor in English

The main purpose of this position is to teach, research, engage with the community and perform administrative duties pertaining to English. The position requires teaching, researching, community engagement and administration of English modules in line with the University’s strategic and operational plans.

Key Performance Areas:

Teaching & Learning

• The provision of leadership in teaching & learning at School and/or Programme level and teaching English modules using modem and appropriate pedagogies.
• Programme development and accreditation.

Research:

• The provision of leadership in research at the Programme and/or School level.
• A substantive level of research activity and the production of accredited research outputs in national and international journals.
• A good record of Postgraduate supervision and the graduation of Masters’ and Doctoral students in the minimum time.

Engagement:

• Engagement and leadership in engagement, through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the discipline/profession and the community.

Leadership:

• The provision of leadership at the level of the School and/or Discipline/Programme.

Minimum Requirements:

Educational Qualifications:

• Doctoral qualification in English

Years of Experience:

• 10 years’ lecturing at university level, with at least 3 years in leadership position.

Recommendations:

• An extensive record of research outputs in English, including publications in accredited national and international journals and presentations at national and international conferences.

Key Competencies

• Sound functional knowledge and application of English Concepts in South African and internal contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, teach and analyse paradigms in English in local and international contexts.
• Ability to conduct lectures and assessments in English using blended methods of teaching utilising technology such as Moodle platforms.
• Ability to work with senior management and other relevant stakeholders in the institution and outside the University and to provide English Language and Literature insights and advice locally and internationally.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of Transparency, integrity and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

31/5/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Professor/Associate Professor in Hospitality Management

The primary purpose of this post is to provide Teaching and Learning, Research, Engagement, leadership, and Administration in the university.

Key Performance Areas:

Teaching and Learning:

• The provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Research:

• The provision of leadership in research and the production of accredited research outputs at a school level.

Engagement:

• Engagement and leadership in engagement through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the discipline/profession and the community.

Leadership:

• The provision of strategic leadership at the level of School end Qualification.

Minimum Requirements:

Educational Qualifications:

Associate Professor:

• Doctoral (PhD) qualification in Hospitality Management – specialisation in Hospitality Management

Years of Experience:

• 10 years of teaching experience at university with at least 3 years in a leadership position.

Professor:

Educational Qualification:

• Doctoral (PhD) qualification in Hospitality Management – specialisation in Hospitality Management.

Years of Experience:

• 15 years of teaching experience at university with at least 5 years in a leadership position.

Key Competencies

Associate Professor:

• An extensive record of research outputs including publication in accredited national and international journals and invited presentations at national and international conferences.
• A substantial record of postgraduate supervision at Masters’ and Doctoral level with some of these students publishing their research.
• Postgraduate supervision and graduation of Masters’ and Doctoral students in the minimum time.
• The provision of strategic leadership at the level of School and Qualification.
• Engagement and leadership in engagement through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the disciplinal/profession and the community.

Professor:

• An outstandingrecord of research outputs including publication in accredited national and international journals and invited presentations at national and international conferences.
• the provision of outstanding leadership in research at School or Faculty level. A high level of research activity and the production of accredited research outputs. The development of a strong research group with postgraduate students who complete in the minimum time.
• Track record of successful fund raising for research.
• An extensive record of postgraduate supervision at Masters’ and Doctoral level with some of these students publishing their research.
• The provision of outstanding and inspirational leadership to the School and University.
• A strong record of active participation in and leadership of learned societies and provision of strategic leadership in engagement and leadership in engagement, through which knowledge and skills used to benefit the discipline/profession and the community.
• Extensive application of disciplinary/professional knowledge and skills to the benefit of the external community.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

31/5/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Associate Professor in Law

The primary purpose of this position is to contribute to the teaching and learning of Law modules, engage in research and scholarly activities, participate in community and stakeholder engagement, provide leadership at the Programme / School level, and undertake administrative responsibilities related to the discipline, in alignment with the University’s strategic and operational objectives.

Key Performance Areas:

Teaching & Learning:

• Provide theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including online learning.
• Stay updated on all new teaching methods, methodologies and technologies.
• Participate in the development of Law modules and curriculum design.
• Participate in Programme development and accreditation.
• Evaluate and grade students’ assignments, projects, and exams.
• Supervise undergraduate (4th year LLB students) and postgraduate students.
• Serve on School, Faculty and Institutional committees.
• Provide support to students and other colleagues.

Research:

• The provision of leadership and mentorship in research at Programme, School, and Faculty levels.
• A substantive level of research activity and the production of accredited research outputs in national and international journals. Present papers at National and International Conferences.
• A good record of Postgraduate supervision and the graduation of Master’s and Doctoral students in the minimum time.
• Responsible for research and innovation projects and associated funding.
• Extend, transform, and apply knowledge from scholarship to teaching and appropriate external activities, including knowledge generation, knowledge exchange, and knowledge transfer activities.

Engagement:

• Engagement and leadership in engagement, through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the discipline/ profession and the community.
• Liaise with industry on course and subject levels regarding curricula, visits, research and other interactions.
• Attend and participate in committees, conferences, and other events in and outside of the institution.
• Participate in and develop external networks, for example, to contribute to student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work, generate funding, or build relationships for future activities.
• Undertake local, national and international visits in order to establish partnerships.

Leadership and Administration:

• Provide leadership and coordination at the discipline, programme, School and/or Faculty level.
• Co-ordinate with others (such as support staff or academic colleagues) to ensure student needs and expectations are met.
• Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.
• Responsible for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning, research and engagement.
• Compiling and maintaining quality study guides and other teaching and learning materials.
• Be responsible for administrative duties in areas such as admissions, timetabling and examinations.

Minimum Requirements:

Educational Qualification:

• Doctoral degree in Law obtained from an accredited university or institution.

Certification and Professional Registrations:

• Admission as an Attorney or an Advocate of the High Court.

Years of Experience:

• 10 Years’ experience of lecturing in the field of Law at a university and 3 years’ experience in a leadership position are required.

Key Competencies

• Excellent participative management and leadership skills.
• Excellent judgement, analytical and critical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Creative mindset with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to represent the University externally.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• The ability to function effectively in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.

Personal Attributes

• People-oriented, hardworking, responsible, reliable, creative, and innovative.
• Respectful, honest, punctual, and understanding of protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity, and teamwork

Advert Closing Date

31/5/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Professor/Associate Professor in Tourism Management

The primary purpose of this post is for teaching and learning, research, engagement and leadership and administration in the university.

Key Performance Areas:

Teaching and Learning:

• The provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Research:

• The provision of leadership in research and the production of accredited research outputs at a school level.

Engagement:

• Engagement and leadership in engagement through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the discipline/profession and the community.

Leadership:

• The provision of strategic leadership at the level of School end Qualification.

Minimum Requirements:

Associate Professor:

Educational Qualifications:

• Doctoral (PhD) qualification in Tourism Management. Specialisation in Tourism Management.

Inherent Requirements:

• An extensive record of research outputs including publication in accredited national and international journals and invited presentations at national and international conferences. A substantial record of postgraduate supervision at Masters’ and Doctoral level with some of these students publishing their research.

Experience:

• 10 years of teaching experience at university with at least 3 years in a leadership position.

Professor:

Educational Qualification:

• Doctoral (PhD) qualification in Tourism Management. Specialisation in Tourism Management.

Years of Experience:

• 15 years of teaching experience at university with at least 5 years in a leadership position.

Inherent Requirements:

• An outstanding record of research outputs including publication in accredited national and international journals and invited presentations at national and international conferences. an extensive record of postgraduate supervision at Masters’ and Doctoral level with some of these students publishing their research.
• A strong record of active participation in and leadership of learned societies.
• Extensive application of disciplinary/professional knowledge and skills to the benefit of the external community.

Key Competencies

Associate Professor:

• Excellent knowledge in the theoryand application of discipline.
• Very good understanding of principles of leadership and management with very well-developed leadership and management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills.
• An in-depth understanding of modern theories of teaching and learning in Higher Education and very well-developed teaching skills.
• A good understanding of the national and international research environment including funding.
• Excellent understanding of the role of the University in Engagement and an ability to lead engagement activities in teaching or research.

Professor:

• Outstanding knowledge in the theory and application of Discipline.
• Excellent understanding of principles of leadership and management with outstanding leadership and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills.
• An excellent understanding of the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning in High Education with understanding teaching skills.
• Excellent ability to promote and stimulate at a School or Faculty level.
• An excellent understanding of the national and international research environment including working of funding agencies.
• Excellent understanding of the role of the University in Engagement and an ability to promote and lead engagement activities in teaching and research.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality, and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

31/5/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Admissions Officer

The main purpose of this position is implementing approved processes and procedures to provide a one-stop service to enquirers, prospective applicants, applicants and the parents of these individuals, with respect to applying to the University for both undergraduate and postgraduate applications. Providing a one-stop registration service to first-time registering students. Meeting agreed targets for the conversion of applicants into registered students.

Key Performance Areas:

• Applications and Admission.
• Registration and other academic administration processes.
• Supervision Liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• General and Office Administration.
• Performing any other work as directed by Academic Administration.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric plus Diploma or Degree.
• At least 5 years’ experience of academic administration in Higher Education, of which 3 years must be in an admissions and registration environment.
• Knowledge of the student ITS system, HEDA, JASPER.

Key Competencies

• Ability to meet stringent deadlines and work systematically independently.
• Planning and organising
• Project management.
• Being able to advance reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to guide and motivate a team of diverse cultures.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality and understand of protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity, and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

2/7/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Administrative Assistant

The main purpose of this position is to provide high-level administrative, operational and coordination support to the Head of School, Programme Leaders, Programme Coordinators and academic staff within the School of Development Studies.

Key Performance Areas:

• Administrative and Operational Support.
• Academic Programme Administration.
• Meeting and Governance Support.
• Communication and Stakeholder Liaison.
• Record Management and Compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

Educational:

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field obtained from an accredited university or institution.

Experience:

• At least 4 years’ relevant experience.

Recommendation:

• At least 3 years’ administrative experience, preferably within a higher education or academic environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to compile reports, correspondence, and administrative documentation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multilingual institutional environment.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative, and innovative.
• Respectful, honest, punctual and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity, and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

2/7/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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HR Officer

The main purpose of this position is to provide Human Resource services, support and advice to all the Siyabuswa Campus.

Key Performance Areas:

• Recruitment, Selection, Appointment, and Induction.
• Remuneration and Benefits Administration.
• General HR consultation and advisory support.
• Liaise continuously with employees and management within the designated portfolio(s).
• Employee Relations, Well-being, and performance management services.

Minimum Requirements:

• M+3 Degree or 3 year Diploma in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology
• A Minimum 5 years relevant working experience, proven as an HR Officer or HR Administrator.

Key Competencies

• Sound knowledge and application of HR legislations, systems and procedures.
• knowledge of employee benefits and leave administration.
• proficiency in data capturing and HR analytics tools (Excel, ITS, etc.).
• ability to evaluate and escalate all complex HR matters to the Line Manager.
• Ability to provide guidance and support during HR shortlisting and selection to committees.

Personal Attributes

• People of orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality and understand of protocol.
• Proven attributes transparency, integrity and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

2/7/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Legal Advisor

The purpose of this post is to provide legal support to the University in relation to contracts and legal agreements, student disciplinary matters, and the provision of legal advice on institutional matters. The position will also assist with the coordination and management of litigation involving the University, and help ensure that the University’s actions and decisions comply with applicable legislation and institutional policies.

Key Performance Areas:

• Contract Management.
• Disciplinary Proceedings.
• Litigation Management.
• Legal Advisory Services.

Minimum Requirements:

• LLB Degree.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in the legal field, with experience in a higher education environment considered an added advantage, preferably two (2) years.
• A postgraduate qualification in Contract Law or Contract Management will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Sound knowledge of contract law and contract management.
• Ability to draft, review, and interpret legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Understanding of litigation processes and legal procedures.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of disciplinary procedures and the ability to initiate and manage disciplinary proceedings.
• Good communication and advisory skills, with the ability to provide clear legal guidance to management and institutional divisions.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honesty, punctuality and understand of protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity, and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

2/7/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications