TUT Jobs:

1. BUILT ENVIRONMENT INTERNSHIP & WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING
2. INDUSTRIAL EDITOR
3. Administrative Officer: Project
4. Research Specialist

BUILT ENVIRONMENT INTERNSHIP & WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING

Department: Building and Estates

The Department of Building and Estates has Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
positions in Pretoria, Soshanguve and Ga-Rankuwa Campuses:

Key Performance areas/ Core functions:

• The operations Portfolio invites applications for WIL and Internship from TUT student
  and graduates in the Built Environment.
• Candidates will be placed in the Building and Estates Directorate whist others will be
  places with the Consultants and/or Contractors working at the University.

Minimum requirements
Only TUT WIL students and Graduates In the following will be considered:

• Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Civil and
  Interior Design

Interested candidates must submit their detailed CVs to: internship@tut.ac.za
Enquiries: Mr J Lehasa: 012 382 5193
Closing Date: 22 March 2024

If we have not responded within a month of the closing date, you should regard
your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will be entered into only with
short-listed candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an
appointment. Candidates will be required to undergo psychometric tests and any
other simulation interventions.

INDUSTRIAL EDITOR

CORPORATE AFFAIRS & MARKETING
Post Level: 8
Ref: 24/89

Department: Corporate Affairs & Marketing has an eighteen (18) months fixed-term contract
position for Industrial Editor at Pretoria Campus.
Critical Performance Areas

• Source, write and edit news contributions for the TUT website, student and staff
  publications.
• Conceptualize and write/compile traditional and digital marketing material for the
  University, including brochures, flyers, posters, advertising copy, facts and figures,
  commemorative publications and annual reports.
• Commissioned writing for special projects.
  Minimum Requirements:
• NQF level 7
  A relevant 3/4 year qualification:
  A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 360 credits in Communication/Journalism/Media
  and Publications
  Experience:
  Three years’ relevant experience in writing, journalism
  Knowledge and skills of the following are a prerequisite:
• Knowledge of the Higher Education Sector
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Communication research
• Understanding of the principles of layout and design
• Understanding of the printing/publishing industry (traditional and digital)
• Fluency in English (written, spoken and comprehension)
• Ability to handle a number of projects simultaneous
• Ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders at senior level
• Administrative skills, statistical and report writing
• Excellent communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Computer skills
• Writing skills
• Photographic skills
• Interviewing skills
• Editing skills
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify news
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Communications development skills

Send your CV to: recruitment11@tut.ac.za
Closing date: 17 March 2024
Enquiries: Ms B Watson (Tel. 012 382 5543)

Administrative Officer: Project

Ditsela Place
5 years fixed-term contract
Post level 10
Ref: 24/85

The Institute for the Future of Works has a 5 years fixed-term contract for Administrative
Officer position at PL10. The position is based at Ditsela Place, Hatfield.

Main Purpose: Tshwane University of Technology’s Institute For the Future of Work is looking
for a skilled and detail-oriented Administrative Officer to join our team. The preferred candidate
should be highly organized and a team player with a demonstrated ability to handle a fast-paced
environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently. The focus of the role is to provide
administrative support to our executives and ensure the smooth running of our office.

Critical Performance Areas:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the office, including scheduling meetings and
  appointments, organizing files, and handling correspondence.
• Act as the point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for the executives as required.
• Prepare meeting minutes for review by the project leaders before distribution.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for executives and handle related logistics.
• Maintain a safe and secure working environment by ensuring compliance with health
  and safety regulations.
• Organize and maintain the office filing system, including databases, electronic and hard
  copy documents.
• Process and track invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents as required.
• Manage inventory of office supplies and equipment and order new supplies as needed.
• Manage the venue bookings at Ditsela Place for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that IFOW events and projects are profilied on IFOW platforms and liasing with
  Corporate Affairs and Marketing to ensure they are also profilied on TUT platforms.

Minimum Requirements

• 3 year relevant qualification in Administration/ Public Relations/ Marketing and or Project
  Management (NQF Level 7 with a minimum of 360 credits)
• At least five years relevant experience, with three years proven experience as
  administrative officer or a relevant position.
• Excellent interpersonal and relational competencies.
• High level of computer proficiency as appropriate to office management.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.Flexibility and willingness to work after hours and on weekends when necessary.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Project Management functions
• Demostrable knowledge and experience in stakeholder engagement and management
• Budget/expenditure control
• Office management
• Knowlegde of using Microsoft Office Package

Skills

• Report writing
• Basic research
• Communication
• Interpersonal relations
• Time management
• Planning and organising of activities and work flow
• Financial management
• Administrative support
• Analytical

Send your CV to: Recruitment11@tut.ac.za
Enquiries: Mr T Mohlomi
Tel: 012 382 5001
Closing Date: 17 March 2024

Research Specialist

Ditsela Place
5 years fixed-term contract
Post level 07
Ref: 24/86

The Institute for the Future of Work has a 5 years fixed-term contract for Research Specialist
position at PL7. The position is based at Ditsela Place, Hatfield.

Main Purpose: This is a key role within the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) with
responsibility for managing and delivering research and development work across the various
divisions of IFOW. The role involves the design and development of research projects;
managing budgets and resources; working effectively with team members, partners, funders
and other stakeholders; overseeing delivery of high quality research; and ensuring that IFOW’s
work makes an impact on policy and practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong research
skill, research management skills and project management experience.

Critical Performance Areas

• Design research projects, manage research team, deliver research projects across the
  various divisions of IFOW
• provide research reports using statistical methods and software, such as SPSS or SAS,
  to identify trends and patterns
• Liaise with funders, TUT faculties and researchers within budget
• Ensure projects are implemented, delivered on time and within the allocated budget
• Prepare research papers and concept notes for IFOW’s thought leadership sessions.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on research progress and findings,
  including trends aligned to the future of work and the requisite skills.
• Ensure that research projects meet all ethical and legal guidelines.
• Ensure that IFOW research findings are widely published across various platforms.
• Supervise research staff, including hiring and training new employees, and maintaining a
  positive work environment.
• Collaborate with TUT faculties and departments to ensure that research results are
  integrated into the university strategy and decision-making.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, best practices, and emerging research methods.
  Represent IFOW with key stakeholders – including the industry, industry bodies,
  government, trusts and foundations, providers, and other research centres and think
  tanks.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF level 9 in Economics, Social Sciences, Engineering or related field of study (NQF
  9).
• (A relevant Master’s Degree in field of expertise
• 4 years relevant experience in research, research management and project
  management.
• Strong proficiency in qualitative and quantintative research methodologies including the
  use of such statistical software, such as SPSS, SAS, or R.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight
  deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex
  data to senior management.
• Experience supervising staff and fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate results.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge

• Understanding and applicating a range of research and evaluation methodologies.
• Understanding of the 4IR and its implications on the future of work and in turn, the
  greater society.
• Understanding of learning, skills and/or employment policy and/or practice across
  industries.

Skills

• Well-developed skills in designing, managing and delivering a range of research
  and development projects including effective and efficient resource allocation.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, that ensure work is effectively
  prioritised to meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop and utilise appropriate quantitative or qualitative methods and
  tools to support high quality research and analysis.
• Ability to work under own initiative with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage
  a range of audiences, stakeholders, funders and partners.
• Proven skills in writing for and speaking to a range of audiences to ensure wider
  impact.

Send your CV to: Recruitment11@tut.ac.za
Enquiries: Mr T Mohlomi
Tel: 012 382 5001
Closing Date: 17 March 2024

All the best with your applications