North West University

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1. Senior Academic Advisor
2. INTERPRETER – SETSWANA
3. INTERPRETER – ENGLISH AND AFRIKAANS
4. DHET Internship programme: Work Integrated Learning
5. Manager: Activations and Sponsorships
6. Supervisor: HR Quality 
7. Senior Control Officer
8. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
9. Protection Officer
10. Senior Academic Advisor 

Senior Academic Advisor

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

A Senior Disciplinary Literacy Adviser will be responsible for enhancing literacy across disciplines through a diverse set of roles including academic advising, development support, curriculum enhancement, professional development, and critical research. This multifaceted position entails designing and implementing disciplinary literacy programs, advising on effective literacy practices, managing curriculum development, leading professional training sessions, conducting pivotal research, coordinating literacy projects, and engaging with the community to foster literacy outside the classroom. This role is central to advancing academic success and promoting lifelong learning among students through innovative and interdisciplinary literacy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Advising:

• Conduct one-on-one advising sessions focusing on time management and study skills.
• Provide consultation to faculty and students on integrating effective disciplinary literacy practices.
• Offer advice and resources for improving reading and comprehension skills within specific disciplines.

Disciplinary Literacy Development Support:

• Design and implement reading programs with a strong component of disciplinary literacy.
• Promote interdisciplinary literacy approaches across the curriculum.
• Develop and evaluate reading software and online resources.
• Facilitate academic-focused reading groups or book clubs.
• Integrate reading technologies and academic writing support into literacy initiatives.

Curriculum Development and Enhancement:

• Design and improve reading curriculum aligned with current educational standards and reading education research.
• Create and adapt reading programs and strategies for a diverse student population.
• Manage the selection and procurement of reading materials, textbooks, and educational technologies.

 Professional Development and Training:

• Mentor teachers in literacy instruction skills.
• Collaborate with faculty for effective reading strategy integration.
• Organize professional development workshops for academics and reading strategy workshops for students.

Critical Research:

• Lead research initiatives aligned with strategic university goals.
• Ensure ethical standards in research and publication of findings.
• Analyse and report on student survey data for continuous improvement.

 Disciplinary Literacy Projects Coordination:

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Conduct project reviews, manage budgets, and prepare financial reports.
• Lead and support project teams, identifying training and development needs.

Collaboration and Community Engagement:

• Engage in cross-disciplinary collaborations and discussions.
• Foster partnerships with libraries, universities, and educational organizations.
• Organize literacy events and workshops, working with various stakeholders to promote literacy outside the classroom.

Minimum requirements

• An Honours degree/ PGDip (NQF level 8) in Education with specialisation in Languages or Life Orientation/Student Support.
• A teaching qualification in Education.
• A minimum of five (5) years working experience in an Education/Student Development and Support Environment with:

–       A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching experience in Secondary or Higher education.

–      A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in academic student development & support environment.

–       A minimum of one (1) year experience in the implementation of computer reading and learning programmes.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Education with specialisation in Languages or Life Orientation/Student Support
• Reading and/or Psychology background – Reading Software use and/or Psychology Counselling.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge in student programmes at tertiary level as well as reading and learning support. Skills in terms of reading and learning analysis, interpretation and advising.
• Proven experience in literacy development, curriculum design, and project management.
• Knowledge and experience in academic development and support of students.
• Consulting with faculties/CTL with regards to teaching in the higher education environment. New trends in teaching and learning.
• Strong background in educational research with publication records.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to innovate and implement effective literacy programs across disciplines.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional communication (verbal and writing), persuasion and listening skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal relationships and a positive client service approach.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                         Dr. Nomasomi Morule, Tel No: 018 289-2482

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms. Hawa Joosub, Tel No: 018 389-9015

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                        05 April 2024

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                                                 01 June 2024 

Kindly take note: applications may only be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

INTERPRETER – SETSWANA

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: DVC TEACHING AND LEARNING DEPARTMENT: LANGUAGE DIRECTORATE POSITION NUMBER: N000700 POSITION: INTERPRETER – SETSWANA PEROMNES GRADE: P9 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT: HALF DAY POSITION

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:The purpose of this position is to provide efficient work regarding all Setswana translations and interpreting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       Promoting Setswana in particular African languages generally by translation, interpreting, editing and language advisory services in Setswana.

2.       Providing quality Setswana Translation, interpreting, editing services.

3.       Setswana Terminology Development.

4.       Editing of Setswana documents.

Minimum requirements

·        A relevant Degree in Setswana, African Language, Translations, Linguistics, and Interpreting

·        A minimum of 2 years’ experience

RECOMMENDATIONS:

·        Accreditation with the South African Translators’ Institute (SATI).

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Knowledge and experience of translation from English to Setswana

·        Knowledge and experience of translation from Setswana to English.

·        Knowledge and experience of editing Setswana documents.

·        Knowledge and experience of interpreting from English into Setswana

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Competency in Setswana

·        Competency in English.

·        Knowledge and experience in translation, interpreting and editing.

·        Good interpersonal relationships.

·        Effective time management.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Dr Keaobaka Seshoka, Tel: 018 299 4700

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 05 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

INTERPRETER – ENGLISH AND AFRIKAANS

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient work regarding English and Afrikaans translations and interpreting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       Promoting Multilingualism in both English and Afrikaans languages generally by translation, interpreting, editing and language advisory services in both languages.

2.       Providing quality English and Afrikaans Translation, interpreting, editing services.

3.       English and Afrikaans Terminology Development.

4.       Editing of English and Afrikaans documents.

Minimum requirements

·        A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Language Practice with Translations or Linguistics or Interpreting studies.

·        A minimum of 2 years’ experience

RECOMMENDATIONS:

·        Accreditation with the South African Translators’ Institute (SATI).

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Knowledge and experience of translation from English to Afrikaans

·        Knowledge and experience of translation from Afrikaans to English.

·        Knowledge and experience of editing English and Afrikaans documents.

·        Knowledge and experience of interpreting from English into Afrikaans

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Competency in Afrikaans

·        Competency in English.

·        Knowledge and experience in translation, interpreting and editing.

·        Good interpersonal relationships.

·        Effective time management.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Dr Keaobaka Seshoka, Tel: 018 299 4700

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 05 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

DHET Internship programme: Work Integrated Learning

Job description

• In-house maintenance of facilities
• Inspections and Condition assessments
• Administration work
• Updating of records
• Assist Maintenance Coordinators
• Follow up building maintenance related enquiries
• Assist in checking work done by service providers
• Comply with OHS requirements and regulations

Minimum requirements

• Must be a South African Citizen.
• Matric Certificate and a completed National Diploma or N6 in Building, Civil or any related Built Environment.
• Applicants must be unemployed.
• Must not have taken part in any sponsored internship programmes.
• Computer literacy.
• Proficiency in English (both verbal and written).
• Time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Clear criminal record.

Application process

Applicants should attach the following documents with their applications:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• One page motivation letter on why you should be considered for the internship program
• Certified copies of attachments

Duration: 36 Months

Stipend: Stipends will be paid according to the highest relevant NQF level.

Closing date: 11 April 2024

Enquiries: Akhona Maqungo 018 299 2624 or Hawa Joosub 018 389 9015

Manager: Activations and Sponsorships

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To manage the Activations and Sponsorships sub-department. This role is responsible for Marketing Sponsorship, Activations and Events Management in the Marketing and Student Recruitment Department. The manager ensures the alignment of sponsorship, activations, and events with business strategy, to secure funding and resources to execute plans and manage and implement the sponsorship strategy that supports student recruitment and communicates NWU brand values.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Manage the Activations and Sponsorship Subdepartment:

• Manage the Activations and Sponsorships sub-department.
• Plan, oversee and create the Activations and Sponsorship plan for execution in line with the NWU strategy in collaboration with the Director: Marketing and Student Recruitment.
• Manage and supervise the execution of activations and sponsorships throughout the year.
• Compiling Management reports and project reports and ensure all relevant administrative tasks are executed in the sub-department.
• Ensure positioning of the NWU in the market to attract quality students to meet the enrolment targets in line with the NWU strategy.
• Ensure proper management of relationships with sponsorship, activations, and events stakeholders to enhance student recruitment activities and build the NWU brand.
• Develop measures to evaluate the impact of the sponsorships on the brand and the continued relevance of sponsorship initiatives.
• Conducting market research using insights to deliver improvements in the sub-department together with Market Research and Data Analytics.

2.     Internal Activations and Events:

• Market the university brand attributes through activities like webinars, open days, activations, and campus visits.
• Ensure the effective management of campus visits for prospective learners and school groups.
• Responsible for planning and organising various student recruitment events on all three campuses.
• Responsible manager to ensure the availability of activations and promotions content, like the virtual tours.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure that they assist in these events.

3.     External Activations and Promotions:

• Identify opportunities to use sponsorships & activations to build, heighten and strengthen NWU Brand awareness.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and media to ensure that the activations and sponsorships are amplified.
• Responsible for planning and organising various off-campus student recruitment – and activation events.
• Assistance in co -hosting sponsorships like symposia, sport series, conferences, congresses etc (virtually/ in-person) with the objective of enhancing the NWU brand.
• Facilitate NWU involvement in relevant activations and sponsorships.

4.     Projects and Sponsorship:

• Ensure brand adherence and control measures are in place to measure that sponsorships offer the agreed upon benefits to the NWU.
• Manage the prospective learner loyalty programme in collaboration with the relevant project manager.
• Ensure that the mascots are effectively used as a vehicle to promote the NWU brand.
• Developing database or pool of entertainment talents (i.e. Singers/ performers) for events.
• Project leader for NWU recruitment events.
• Team member of various projects in the department.

5.     Ad Hoc:

• As assigned by the Director and Senior Manager.

6.     OHS (Occupational Health and Safety):

• Each employee must co-operate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet their legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.

7.     People Management:

• Create an enabling leadership culture by developing a shared direction, shared values and alignment and commitment to transform the organisational culture; Foster a participative and developmental leadership style; improve team cohesion, synergy, and effectiveness.
• Develop a Strategic Workforce Plan that builds proportions of African and People with disabilities and implement the Plan.
• Arrange and implement culture improvement interventions, establish a baseline, receive a report and feedback, and implement; actively remove engagement barriers.

Minimum requirements

·          A B.Ed. honours degree (NQF level 8) in Career Guidance or a B.Com honours degree (NQF level 8) in Marketing.

·          A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience and knowledge of the school sector.

·          A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the activations and sponsorship environment.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:

·         A Master of Education (NQF level 9) in Career Guidance or Master of Commerce (NQF level 9) in Marketing.

·         A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the university’s sector and knowledge of study fields and career guidance.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·          MS Word, Excel PowerPoint and email, Internet, Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp.

·          Audio-visual equipment

·          Knowledge of careers in the workplace including appropriate qualifications therefore

·          Proven experience of ability to work with the University target audience

·          Knowledge of the school sector.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Resourceful, innovative, and pro-active

·          Candidates should be able to work and communicate in a multi-cultural environment and in a team.

·          Good planning skills, independent and result orientated.

·          Customer service – Ability to effectively liaise and communicate with the various stakeholders at various.

·          levels and from diverse backgrounds.

·          Self-driven and sense of responsibility.

·          Willingness to travel

·          Accuracy and attention to detail – to deliver accurate products conforming to applicable quality standards.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Mr Piet Steyn, Tel: 018 299 2384

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      08 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                           As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Supervisor: HR Quality 

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONTo provide administrative support and to ensure that accurate and valid employee data is entered on the HR system to ensure correct payments made to legitimate recipients

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pre/post Checking Supervision:

• Oversee the pre/post- checking of information to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee the pre/post-checking of calculations to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee the post-checking of data accuracy on the payroll system.
• Stay updated on all relevant People & Culture (HR) policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all P&C related policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Ensure timeous monthly handing over to Finance Payroll (for third part payments process).

Payroll Administration supervision:

• Ensure the effective execution of Payroll Administration Processes to meet monthly pay dates.
• Oversee the maintenance and capturing of relevant employee data on the HR system.
• Oversee the administration of benefit items pertaining to appointments.
• Co-ordinate payroll process and activities.
• Ensure corrections are done on system after dummy pay run.
• Ensuring timeous handing over of accurate and completed data to Finance Payroll Section by due date
• Ensure that correct filing procedures are followed, and filing is done accurately and timeously.

Registry and Records Supervision:

• Implement policies, procedures and healthy practices related to records management.
• Enforce good document control by processing, filing and disposing as per the NWU file plan.
• Maintain document compliance for auditing purposes.

Organisational Structure Administration and Maintenance:

• Ensure the implementation of changes and accurate maintenance of positions on the oracle system as approved by relevant role players.

HR Administration Supervision:

• Ensure that relevant HR support is provided to the payroll function as and when required.

Quality assurance:

• Ensure data integrity of own focus area on the HR system; Adhere to all administration policies in the environment.
• Ensure P&C applicable processes and procedures is followed.

People Supervision:

• Ensure effective operation of unit through personnel supervision, and provision of adequate resources and facilities.
• Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance
• Communicate and interact with internal and external stakeholders.

Execution of ad hoc tasks:

• Execute ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Manager: HR Shares Services

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree / Addvanced Diploma in Human Resources or Finance and Business-related fields (NQF 7).
• A minimum of 3 years’ supervision and payroll administration experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ HR/Payroll Administration experience and an Hons Degree or equivalent (NQF8).

KEY FUNCTIONAL AND BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of HR/Payroll operations principles, practices, philosophies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of general Human Resources principles, practices, and procedures.
• Problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and interact with stakeholders at all levels.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Self-driven.
• Must be able to interpret and follow guidelines.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and take direction.
• Good interpersonal relation with staff, students, and outside companies.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Accurate financial handling processes.
• Good work ethics
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Mr Siphiwe Majola on 018 299 4806

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms Goitsemang Ntsoelengoe on 0182992752

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 9 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

Senior Control Officer

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To maintain safety and security on NWU Vaal Triangle Campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Strategy Development:

• Implement the NWU strategy on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
• Be accountable for successful implementation of the overall NWU strategy.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders with regards to protection services through various mediums. Prepare and present formal and informal security briefings to members of the NWU (Vanderbijlpark Campus).

2.     Crime information Management:

• Ensure that crime, incidents and information be disseminated to relevant authorities.
• Management of the interpretation of Crime threat analysis and the utilisation, interpreting and reporting thereof.
• Manage that criminal profiles and field observations be established.
• Ensure that crime information, crime maps and matrixes are interpreted and that information be gathered to identify flash points, hot spots (where), peak times (when) and find explanations (why) crimes take place within the NWU.
• Ensure that crime information be recorded on CHASE, CAS, and Information register.

3.     Crime Prevention and Operations:

• Ensure that members report on and off duty as prescribed on the SOP.
• Ensuring that all employees have clear work allocations and instructions.
• Ensuring the delivery of effective patrolling/access and access control in order to ensure a safe campus environment to the best interest of the NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus. Service providers must be visited to ensure compliance and report any defects.
• Ensure that all incident reported must be raised ion Chase.
• Ensure that all administrative duties of the control room are efficiently completed.
• Ensure that resource management is done efficiently.

4.     Security:

• To ensure that physical crime prevention measures are conducted within regulations and policy directives
• Ensuring the identifying of high risk buildings and assets
• To ensure that all requirements are met concerning legislation, law on disaster management, health and safety at sports and special events/protest actions
• Ensure adherence and compliance on service level agreement between protection services and relevant stakeholders including overseeing outsource security services.

5.     Training and Development:

• Identify training needs for NWU (Vanderbijlpark Campus) Protection Officers and Control room Operators.

6.     Special events and Emergency Services:

• Ensure and manage the protection of university property and life against fire hazards and other safety risks.
• Ensure, manage and coordinate the maintenance of firefighting and fire equipment.
• Ensure, manage and coordinate a basic medical service to service the three campuses of the NWU
• Ensure and manage the provision of emergency services during special occasions risks
• Ensure the management of Special Events in accordance to relevant legislation.

7.     Disaster Management:

• Compliance to allocated function from the disaster management plan to ensure immediate response to relevant disasters.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders an incident response and management plan of catastrophic incidences.

8.     Management and Leadership:

• Joint accountability with leadership team for the management effectiveness of the NWU protection services Security.
• Values based behaviour leadership and personal compliance.

Minimum requirements

·          An advanced diploma (NQF level 7) in Security Management.

·          Must be in registered for Psira Grade A.

·          A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a seasoned Security Officer.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

·          Experience in a supervisory role.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Intermediate – Advanced computer literacy skills (Microsoft Office: Word and Excel.

·          Excellent written and verbal communication (by radio and telephone) skills to effectively function within a multicultural and multiannual environment.

·          Ability to work according to planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals.

·          Complet4e and maintain an accurate pocket book and incident documentation.

·          Complete and conduct regular visitations, seizure(s) and present evidence to internal and external stakeholders.

·          Perform reactive service once alarms are triggered.

·          Advanced interpersonal and investigation skills.

·          Effective planning, organizing and execution skill with reference to traffic and access control.

·          The ability to facilitate opening and closing of buildings.

·          The identification and reporting of Occupational Health and Safety risks and hazards.

·          Search query services.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·          The proven ability or work with precision under pressure.

·          Excellent judgement skills.

·          Excellent communication skills.

·          Interpersonal skills

·          Customers service orientated.

·          Excellent time management skills.

·          Excellent analytical skills.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Mr Joseph Ntlati, Tel: 016 910 3900

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      07 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                           As soon as possible

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Job description

Note:  Potential applicants will be required to complete an online assessment prior to short-listing

 Responsibilities:

·        Providing administrative support to the e-Learning team and environments where UDL e-Learning is involved.

·        Providing e-learning administrative and technical support with regard to stakeholders and multimedia where users UDL is involved.

·        Planning and scheduling of team support activities, recordings and multimedia venue bookings.

·        Manage the e-Learning mailbox.

·        Scheduling team tasks and activities.

·        Stationery management.

·        Meeting scheduling and minute taking.

·        Contributing to the development of a strategic long-term plan for UDL regarding e-learning presentation.

·        Query handling and management.

·        Asset control: management and record keeping of e-Learning’s assets.

·        Ensuring quality assurance and effective records management.

·        Ad hoc tasks

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12
• 2 – 3 years’ administrative experience
• 2 – 3 years’ client-service experience
• Computer literate and high levels of efficiency in MS Office, Google Drive, MS Team and learner management systems (LMS).

  Other competency requirements:

·        An additional diploma/academic qualification will serve as a recommendation.

·        Experience in administrative support within a technology environment.

·        Good minute taking skills.

·        The ability to manage and schedule team tasks and activities.

·        Knowledge of the operations of UDL Teaching and Learning.

·        The ability to function effectively under pressure and as part of a team.

·        Good interpersonal relations, communication skills and a positive client-service orientation.

·        Proven ability to effectively handle queries and liaise with students, lecturers and faculties.

·        Experience in records management.

·        Ability to guide end-users on the use of digital technologies.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Mrs Zanobia Kanjee

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                  09 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Protection Officer

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To maintain safety and security on NWU Vaal Triangle Campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Communication and Stakeholder Relations:

• Communicate effectively with all clients with regards to protection services through encounters at – their different deployment.
• Assist and ensure compliance with the NWU (Vaal Campus) safety and security strategies.
• Assist and ensure compliance with the NWU Vaal campus safety and security regulations and standard operating procedures.

2.     Crime information Management:

• Ensure that crime, incidents and information are attended to.
• Ensure that crime information received is reported to the control room and necessary documents are completed.

3.     Operations:

• The daily delivery of a safe NWU Vaal campus community by executing daily patrols and access control.
• Ensure compliance of service providers deployed at the access points – reporting any deviations.
• To act in the best safety and security interest of NWU Vaal campus community.
• Effective alarm management
• Conduct access control functions effectively.
• Regularly consistent radio and telephone communication.
• Effective incident management.
• Ensure that all faults and deviations reported timeously.
• Efficient locking and unlocking of buildings.

4.     Security:

• To ensure that physical crime prevention measures are conducted within regulations and policy directives.
• Ensure adherence and compliance on service level agreements between protection service and relevant stakeholders including overseeing outsource security services.

5.     Disaster Management:

• Compliance to allocated functions from the disaster management plan to ensure immediate response to relevant disasters.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders an incident response and management plan of catastrophic incidents.

6.     Special events and Emergency Services:

• Ensuring the protection of university property and life against fire hazards and other safety risks.
• Ensure the deployment of Special Events in accordance to relevant legislation.

Minimum requirements

·          Grade 12 (NQF level 4).

·          Must be in possession of a Psira Grade C.

·          A minimum of 1 year paramilitary or security background.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Keyboard skills

·          Must communicate by radio as well as by telephone.

·          Must complete and maintain a pocket book and incident book.

·          Visitation services, seizure and preservation of evidence.

·          Reaction service on alarms.

·          Providing evidence in disciplinary and criminal matters.

·          Attendance of complaints

·          Opening and closing of buildings.

·          Traffic and Access Control on campus.

·          Identification of occupational safety risks.

·          Execution of adhoc assignments.

·          Must provide search query services.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Must be able to function in a team.

·          Excellent judgement skills

·          Good communication skills

·          Interpersonal

·          Customer service orientated

·          Pro-active and innovative problem solver.

·          Excellent time management skills.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Mr Joseph Ntlati, Tel: 016 910 3900

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      11 April 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                           As soon as possible

Senior Academic Advisor 

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

A Senior Disciplinary Literacy Adviser will be responsible for enhancing literacy across disciplines through a diverse set of roles including academic advising, development support, curriculum enhancement, professional development, and critical research. This multifaceted position entails designing and implementing disciplinary literacy programs, advising on effective literacy practices, managing curriculum development, leading professional training sessions, conducting pivotal research, coordinating literacy projects, and engaging with the community to foster literacy outside the classroom. This role is central to advancing academic success and promoting lifelong learning among students through innovative and interdisciplinary literacy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Advising:

• Conduct one-on-one advising sessions focusing on time management and study skills.
• Provide consultation to faculty and students on integrating effective disciplinary literacy practices.
• Offer advice and resources for improving reading and comprehension skills within specific disciplines.

Disciplinary Literacy Development Support:

• Design and implement reading programs with a strong component of disciplinary literacy.
• Promote interdisciplinary literacy approaches across the curriculum.
• Develop and evaluate reading software and online resources.
• Facilitate academic-focused reading groups or book clubs.
• Integrate reading technologies and academic writing support into literacy initiatives.

Curriculum Development and Enhancement:

• Design and improve reading curriculum aligned with current educational standards and reading education research.
• Create and adapt reading programs and strategies for a diverse student population.
• Manage the selection and procurement of reading materials, textbooks, and educational technologies.

 Professional Development and Training:

• Mentor teachers in literacy instruction skills.
• Collaborate with faculty for effective reading strategy integration.
• Organize professional development workshops for academics and reading strategy workshops for students.

Critical Research:

• Lead research initiatives aligned with strategic university goals.
• Ensure ethical standards in research and publication of findings.
• Analyse and report on student survey data for continuous improvement.

 Disciplinary Literacy Projects Coordination:

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Conduct project reviews, manage budgets, and prepare financial reports.
• Lead and support project teams, identifying training and development needs.

Collaboration and Community Engagement:

• Engage in cross-disciplinary collaborations and discussions.
• Foster partnerships with libraries, universities, and educational organizations.
• Organize literacy events and workshops, working with various stakeholders to promote literacy outside the classroom.

Minimum requirements

• An Honours degree/ PGDip (NQF level 8) in Education with specialisation in Languages or Life Orientation/Student Support.
• A teaching qualification in Education.
• A minimum of five (5) years working experience in an Education/Student Development and Support Environment with:

–       A minimum of three (3) years’ teaching experience in Secondary or Higher education.

–      A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in academic student development & support environment.

–       A minimum of one (1) year experience in the implementation of computer reading and learning programmes.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Education with specialisation in Languages or Life Orientation/Student Support
• Reading and/or Psychology background – Reading Software use and/or Psychology Counselling.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge in student programmes at tertiary level as well as reading and learning support. Skills in terms of reading and learning analysis, interpretation and advising.
• Proven experience in literacy development, curriculum design, and project management.
• Knowledge and experience in academic development and support of students.
• Consulting with faculties/CTL with regards to teaching in the higher education environment. New trends in teaching and learning.
• Strong background in educational research with publication records.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to innovate and implement effective literacy programs across disciplines.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional communication (verbal and writing), persuasion and listening skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal relationships and a positive client service approach.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                         Dr. Nomasomi Morule, Tel No: 018 289-2482

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms. Hawa Joosub, Tel No: 018 389-9015

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                        05 April 2024

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                                                 01 June 2024 

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