Available Roles at University of the Witwatersrand

Brief Description

The requirements for the available vacancies are as follows:

Essential requirements

•  An LLB (or equivalent) degree.
•  Strong Academic record.
•  An interest in human rights law, social justice, and litigation.
•  Good oral and written communication skills in English.
•  Sense of initiative.
•  Ability to work under pressure.
•  Excellent research and legal drafting skills.

Desirable/Advantageous requirements

•  Proficiency in another official South African language.
• The successful candidate will assist various Supervising Attorneys with litigation and perform all duties required of a Candidate Legal Practitioner.

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Purpose:

• To serve as the Social Worker in support of the work of the GEO.

 This includes but is not limited to:

• Managing and coordinating counselling, advice and support for staff and students;
• Various administrative tasks;
• Facilitating alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation and gender sensitivity training.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Providing counselling to individuals who are survivors of gender violence. 
• Providing a supportive, understanding, and professional service to students in the service of the office.
• Providing support for the preventative/advocacy work of the office.

Brief Description        
Requirements

• A social work degree 
• At least 3 years working experience in the social justice sector 
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
• An understanding of gendered power relations, broader gender dynamics and institutional patriarchy 
• Exceptional counselling skills
• Excellent and empathetic communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, think outside of the box, and be proactive 
• Must have good people skills and be a team player who is willing to learn together with others
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly productive, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Willingness to work overtime when required

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Purpose:

• Performs general cleaning and related services/functions pertaining to all University buildings, residences and surrounding infrastructure, as specified in the work schedules, under direct supervision. To ensure that set tasks are completed daily and that the work stations and area of work is left ready for the following day by the end of business each day. Maintaining a healthy, hygienic and professional environment.

Brief Description        
Key responsibilities include the following:

• Performing routine tasks which may involve the use of chemicals, hand-held tools, machinery and equipment which often require some physical effort.
• Cleaning of all University buildings, residences and infrastructure as directed by the supervisor
• Reporting repairs and maintenance issues
• Venue setups and clean-ups for functions e.g. chairs and desks for exams
• Specialized cleaning and ad-hoc services
• Boardroom and meeting venue setups and clean-ups including dishwashing 
• Unloading and distribution of consumables and cleaning materials
• Ensure that housekeeping and stacking in the storerooms are done in accordance with legislation
• Specialized cleaning and ad-hoc service
• Operating larger cleaning equipment and machinery
• Perform specific specialised tasks of responsibility i.e. moving of furniture, washing of carpets, stripping and sealing, floods, etc.
• Ensure that customer requests are attended to timeously
• Lost properties/items handed in to the relevant person
• Appropriate PPE is used/worn at all times
• Ensures continuous Training and Development for self
• Achievement of individual goals
• Any other reasonable instructions from management

Requirements:

• Grade 12 minimum (Matric) or equivalent NQF level4 
• Minimum 3 years in the hospitality industry 

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of OH&S Act
• Basic writing and numeracy skills

Competencies (Knowledge, skills and behavior)

• Customer Service
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Relationship Building

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TECHNICIAN.3.04Brief Description        
Qualifications & Experience:

• The applicant must have a University of Technology S4 Electrical /N6 Engineering and Experience in University/Academic Laboratory and/or Workshop.
• Five (5) years working experience preferably in a (Higher learning Institution or training center)

Duties: 

• Supporting (undergraduate and post-graduate) with projects in the laboratories and workshop. 
• Operating and maintaining electrical equipment and instruments for the teaching and research programs.
• Interpreting drawings of systems and circuits as well as preparing new diagrams
• Using Inventor/AutoCAD or similar software system as well as 3D printing 
• Fault finding and troubleshooting on electrical circuits. 
• Building circuits and laboratory setups according to specifications given by researchers.
• Fabricating components using different materials and fabrication methods as required.
• Undertaking various administrative duties in the lab e.g. purchase of lab material 
• Participate in the OHS committee and enforce adherence of OHS practices at the Labs. 

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors) 

• Proficient in operating electrical equipment such as electrical machines and instrumentation systems.
• Able to interpret electrical diagrams and preparing new diagrams.
• Able to solder and fabricate circuits for teaching and research purposes.
• Ideally able to do PCB-CAD layout.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools and power tools and proficient in their use.
• Able to interpret technical drawings. 
• Able to use CAD software and fabricate components in a workshop.
• Able to operate 3D printer and related aspects.
• Experience in dealing with suppliers. 
• Follow safe work procedures in a laboratory and/or workshop environment.
• Able to deal with students and academic lab users.

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Main Purpose:

• The incumbent will provide leadership and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the CRO. The incumbent will develop and sustain a culture of proper and compliant records and archives management practices across the University, capturing all official records into the official University systems, maintaining existing systems of the University records and archives management systems, including the planning and implementing of efficient electronic systems for managing records and archives. Additionally, the incumbent will support systems, processes, and practices that facilitate compliance with the established policies and procedures and national legislation relevant to the management of records and archives in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• The incumbent will be responsible for managing the University’s records and archives management systems.
• The incumbent will develop and maintain the University records and archives management framework including policies and procedures, the File plan, Records Retention Schedules, and Document Management Systems.
• The incumbent will supervise and manage a team of subordinates, manage a budget for the unit, and execute administrative responsibilities as aligned to the position.
• The incumbent will liaise with relevant departments and will guide departments on records and archives management practices to ensure the delivery of the best benefits to the university.
• The incumbent will manage records transferred to CRO in accordance with best practices and laid down policies and procedures.
• The incumbent will ensure that the University records and archives management systems remain up to date with sector and industry best practices to enhance the University’s reputation in records and archives management.
• The incumbent will contribute to the work and strategic direction of the Office of the Registrar
• The incumbent will perform any other related duties incidental to the work as reasonably required.

Requirements:

• A degree in Records Management and Archival Studies or equivalent, or a degree plus a postgraduate qualification in Archival Studies, Records Management, Information Management and Information Technology.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in records and archives management.
• Demonstrable experience in the implementation and maintenance of electronic records and archives management systems with a strong emphasis on digital transformation.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of South African records management and archive legislation including an understanding of contemporary issues in information legislation.
• A thorough understanding of POPIA and PAIA legislation.
• High levels of competence, supervisory, and managerial skills.
• Ability to communicate with diplomacy and professionalism at all levels.
• Experience in Excel, and University systems, overall good computer literacy skills.
• High levels of honesty and integrity are essential.
• Good planning, organisational, presentation and problem-solving skills.

Preferences:

• An advanced Degree in Records and Archives Management would be an added advantage.
• A managerial qualification would be an advantage.
• High level of computer literacy including the use of computer-based technology for records and archives management.
• Experience in records and archives management in a higher education environment.
• Ability to innovate, plan, analyse and conceptualise.
• Ability to deal with users and interpret their research/information requirements. 

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Purpose: 

• Responsible for driving a passenger carrying vehicle, i.e. light passenger vehicles to ensure safety to themselves, their passengers and the public.

Brief Description        
Key responsibilities include the following:

• To drive a bus or vehicle in according to National Road Traffic Act 
• To check the condition of the vehicle prior to commencing service by ensuring but not limited to the following. Carrying out the safety walk round check, i.e. pre-trip and post-trip inspections 
• To complete trip log; i.e. open and close kilometers per trip or route. 
• To drive the allocated vehicles in a safe, legal and professional way 
• To drive to the set timetable, not running early or late, when it is safe to do so 
• To ensure that rules of the road are observed within bus depots and bus stations – public roads and abnormal conditions 
• Required to wear prescribed uniforms at all times whilst on duty 
• Communicate effective in a professional manner with customers 
• To provide a professional, courteous and friendly service to all stakeholders 
• To drive to the set timetable, not running early or late, when it is safe to do so 
• Ensuring that the vehicle is clean and tidy prior to commence route or trip 
• Report vehicles or buses that are not roadworthy 
• Report any defect in the vehicle or equipment is reported as soon as possible to the Operations Controller - and ensure it is submitted on completion of trip/route 
• Timeous reporting of expiring vehicle license and COF 
• Carry out lawful and reasonable duties required by OHS, SHEQ 
• To ensure a full understanding of emergency and evacuation plans and procedures 
• Understand University Health & Safety Policy, and Emergency Fire Procedures 
• Ensure safety hazards and risks are identified and reported to the operations manager immediately 
• Attend safety and compliance meetings 

Requirements: 

• Grade 12 
• Minimum 3 years active passenger driving experience on buses 
• Valid Driver’s License Code EC1 (0,4) or EC 
• Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) 

Technical Competencies 

• Advance Driving Skills 
• Basic writing and numeracy skills 

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours 

• Customer Service 
• Communication Skills 
• Interpersonal Skills 
• Relationship Building 

Compliance/Statutory Requirements (Knowledge, Understanding and or Training) 

• OHS Act 
• AARTO Act 
• National Road Traffic Act 

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 The main purpose of this position/job is to:

• This position will suit a dynamic and self-motivated individual with the ability to manage important departmental events on the Wits Campus, and to liaise with JOC and stakeholders as prescribed by the Safety at Sport and Recreation Events Act 2 of 2010. Manage all projects in collaboration with relevant University partners and manage and support the support services and venues staff within Wits Sport.

Brief Description        
Key responsibilities include the following:

•  Event management: management of all major events, including preparation and submission of event approval documents to the relevant structures within
•  The University and the City of Johannesburg in line with the SaSREA. 
•  Project management: management of all Wits Sport projects from pre-feasibility phase to the closure of the project in collaboration with university
•  Stakeholders and partners, including ensuring that all procurement protocols are followed.
•  Venue management: management of all Wits Sport staff at venues and facilities, including Wits Sport assets in line with university policies.
•  Financial management: management of venues and facilities staff overtime, including submission of claims within deadlines set for payroll. Ensuring that
•  All procurement relating to facilities are done timely, including cleaning materials, protecting equipment and other consumables related to facilities.
•  Sports clubs management: promote, organize and administer sports clubs as allocated from time to time.

Required Academic Qualification/s, competences, and experience.    

•  A Degree in Sports Management or Business Administration.
•  Minimum of five years relevant sports management experience in Higher Education.  
•  Experience with hosting mega-events such as the Varsity Cup or Varsity Sports.
•  Sound knowledge of the Safety at Sport and Recreation Events Act.
•  Experience with sports facilities and assets control, bookings, and management.
•  Project coordination.
•  Report writing skills.
•  Proven record of leadership positions held within the higher education sport.
•  Excellent interpersonal communication.
•  Ability to manage several projects or activities in parallel.
•  People management skills.
•  Diplomacy and conflict management skills.

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Brief Description        
Key responsibilities include the following:

• Sports club management: implementing sports club systems, establish or maintain relationships with local, regional, provincial and national federations.
• Promote student experience: establish and manage mass participation programs such as internal leagues, club tournaments and tours, including
• Participation in high level competitions such as USSA, Varsity Cup, Varsity Sports as     well as international tours where necessary.
•  Recruitment and retention: establish recruitment basis for clubs through feeder schools and clubs, ensure tracking of academic progress and level of sport
•  Achievement, and award bursaries to deserving student athletes based on the set criteria.
•  Human resources: lead and recommend appointment of coaches, team managers and other sport specific technical expertise in line with the University’s
•  human resources policies.
•  Finances: coordinate procurement of equipment and other necessities for allocated sport codes in line with Wits Sport procedures, receive and share
• monthly statements with club committees, and lead fundraising initiatives for clubs towards USSA participation and other club needs.
•  Administration: ensuring that clubs are affiliated with various sports federations, including USSA, facilities and transport are timely booked for training
• and competitions, and clubs are well advertised through various social media platforms.

Required Academic Qualification/s, competences, and experience.    

•  A Degree in Sports Management.
•  Minimum of three years relevant sports club management experience in Higher Education.  
•  Sound knowledge of the USSA participation rules and regulations.
•  Report writing skills.
•  Excellent interpersonal communication.
•  Ability to manage several sports clubs in parallel.
•  Diplomacy and conflict management skills.
•  Knowledge of one or more of the following sports will be an advantage: Cricket, Football or Hockey.

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Brief Description        
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants should hold a relevant PhD with evidence of significant professional and/or scholarly achievements and a strong research profile. The successful appointee will be of high national and international standing, possess advanced leadership and managerial skills and demonstrate ability to co-ordinate the academic and professional vision of the constituent disciplines. Evidence of management at academic positions would be an advantage. South African citizens and permanent residents currently employed in academia must be in possession of a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating (https://www.nrf.ac.za/rating/). Professional registration, or eligibility for international applicants is recommended.
• The Head will be expected to provide academic vision and leadership to the School. S/he will be expected to develop and maintain the reputation of research and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relations with industry. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that academic and administrative systems and processes operate effectively, and the School meets its Faculty’s strategic goals by participating in University-wide decision-making processes. The successful candidate is also expected to provide leadership towards initiatives for fund-raising and providing support for special projects, research or development projects within the School.
• The standard contractual period of employment is 5 years, after which the candidate may seek another term or be integrated into an appropriate teaching and research position in the School. If the appointee is an existing member of the permanent staff, s/he will revert to her/his previous academic position.

DUTIES:

• To provide academic vision and leadership to the school.
• To develop and maintain the reputation of research and teaching excellence.
• To manage academic and support staff recruitment, evaluation, and professional growth, promoting diversity and inclusion.
• To develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with industry partners, government agencies, and other academic institutions.
• To create an inclusive and supportive environment for students, promoting their academic success and well-being.
• To manage the school’s budget, allocating resources effectively to support teaching, research, administration and infrastructure needs.
• To raise external funding and support for special projects within the school.
• To represent the school within the university and at professional conferences.

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Brief Description        
Responsibilities:

• Translation of ideas into motivations.
•  Provide guidance where needed to originators on best practice for curriculum design and assessment for short courses.
•  Completion and quality assurance of motivation documents for new and renewals of short courses and document packs for approval committee.
•  Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address any issues or concerns.
•  Oversee the archiving of course approval documentation and course materials.
•  Ensure data bases on courses are accurate and up to date.
•  Develop/compose/write/edit requested information for website and marketing materials for short courses across platforms and in appropriate key.
•  Oversee the implementation of the Wits Plus (Pty) Ltd Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, in conjunction with the University’s QAPO office.
•  Collaborate with other departments, including content development, technology, marketing, and customer support, to ensure alignment and coordination across all aspects of course completion and delivery.
•  Stay informed about relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to education and content creation.
•  Ensure compliance with copyright laws, accessibility standards, and other legal requirements in the implementation and distribution of educational   materials.
•  Edit and check any tender, bid, proposal or other similar submissions made by Wits Plus (Pty) Ltd.
•  Assist with the appropriate formatting and writing of other required documents as reasonably requested by the Executives and CEO.
•  Manage any staff directly assigned to this role to ensure performance of the above functions.
•  Support the Executives and CEO as requested.

Qualifications and Skills:

•  At least a Master's degree in a relevant field.
•  Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning.
•  Demonstrated knowledge of educational Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks.
•  Advanced proficiency of the English language.
•  Excellent writing skills across registers and multiple platforms.
•  Membership of recognised editing organisation such as Professional Editor’s Guild, CIEP, IPEd.
•  Demonstrated lifelong learning ability.
•  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make evidence-based decisions.
•  Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
•  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
•  Knowledge of instructional design principles, multimedia production techniques, and quality assurance methodologies.
•  Advanced proficiency in the use and application of productivity tools such as Microsoft products, Adobe, etc.
•  Familiarity with industry-standard production tools and software.
•  Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.