Recent Job Openings at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology with a 70% pass mark
• Applicants must be South African citizens who are 40 years or younger

Recommendations

• At least two (2) years' experience in teaching Architecture/Architectural Technology at Tertiary level
• At least three (3) years' industry experience in in an Architectural Environment
• Eligible to register with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession as Professional Architect
• Important Notice
• If not yet registered for a Doctoral degree, the successful candidate must commit to registering for a Doctoral degree within 3 months of taking up the nGap appointment and to completing the Doctorate within 5 years of appointment.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Participation in all components of the nGap development programme during the first six (6) years of employment
• Lecture in the field of Architectural Technology, specifically in the areas of ‘Technology and Detailing’, ‘Design’ and 'Computer Literacy’
• Deliver courses using Blended Learning methodologies at Undergraduate level.
• Operate on Learner Management Systems (on the official University platform) over a range of courses
• Develop innovative teaching methods by incorporating relevant technologies in teaching and learning activities
• Participate in academic development and administration
• Participate in curriculum and programme development
• Participate in Quality Assurance Activities
• Participate in research activities including undergraduate research projects
• Participate in Industry Advisory Committees & Partnerships
• Personal & Professional Development
• Contribution to departmental projects and productions
• Contribution to departmental WIL and service-learning projects and activities
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies
• Participate in Industry Advisory Committees & Partnerships
• Supervise and mentor both undergraduate and post graduate students
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other academic functions as may be required by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Computer skills and adapting to new technologies & digital platforms
• Interpersonal Skills
• Good Knowledge of Material properties with Building industry
• Strong Learner focus
• Problem solving skills related to Construction & Detailing
• Ability to operate various Learning Management Systems, e.g. Blackboard, and the ability to work in a virtual environment
• Ability to create interactive educational materials and the methodologies employed in Blended Learning
• A high degree of adaptability and resilience
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills
• Excellent BIM and Revit competencies
• Experience and proficiency in: AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop and Sketch-up

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology,Computer Science or related field with a 70% pass mark
• Applicants must be South African citizens who are 40 years or younger

Recommendations

• At least One (1) year' experience in teaching at Tertiary level

Important Notice

• If not yet registered for a Doctoral degree, the successful candidate must commit to registering for a Doctoral degree within 3 months of taking up the nGap appointment and to completing the Doctorate within 5 years of appointment.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Participation in all components of the nGap development programme during the first six (6) years of employment
• Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the IT discipline
• Participate in academic development and administration
• Participate in curriculum and programme development
• Participate in Quality Assurance Activities
• Participate in research activities
• Assisting students with projects and productions
• Contribution to co-ordination of student projects and productions
• Contribution to departmental projects and productions
• Contribution to departmental WIL and service-learning projects and activities
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies
• Supervise and mentor both undergraduate and post graduate students
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other academic functions as may be required by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology/ Information & Communication Technology/Computer Science or related qualifications
• At least two (2) years’ relevant Lecturing experience

Recommendations:

• The candidate must show expertise in Applications Development:
• Programming Paradigms and Languages (Modern programming languages like: Java, Python, PHP, R, C++, C#), Data Storage Technologies like DBMS and NoSQL, Backend Development Technologies in Big Data and AI environment, Software Build tools like Maven, Gradle, Ivy or any other

Relevant Industry Experience

• Exposure to Program and Curriculum Development
• At least One (1) publication in an accredited journal or conference proceedings

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lectures subjects within the field of Information and Communication Technology
• Participate in curriculum development
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research: supervision and undergraduate research projects
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills
• Sound technical skills in IT e.g. coding in modern programming languages / systems design / data wrangling / data analytics supported by evidence of contributions to open source repositories like Github, GitLab, Bitbucket or any other publicly accessible repositories
• Ability to use contemporary software tools for problem solving

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Multimedia Technologies, Computer Science, Web Design and Development, or Design and Digital Media
• At least two (2) years’ relevant Lecturing experience

Recommendations

The candidate must show expertise in several of the following technologies relating to Multimedia namely:

• Graphics and Video Editing Tools
• New Media Development and Editing;
• Web Scripting with the CSS Design Frameworks and JavaScript Ecosystem;
• Web Development with JavaScript Frameworks;
• User-Centered Design (UXD), Human and Computer Interaction
• Knowledge of Database Design and Web Servers will be an added advantage.
• Evidence of Technical portfolio on platforms like Github, Gitlab or Bitbucket will be an added advantage

Relevant Industry Experience

• Exposure to Program and Curriculum Development
• At least One (1) publication in an accredited journal or conference proceedings

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lectures subjects within the field of Information and Communication Technology
• Participate in curriculum development
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research: supervision and undergraduate research projects
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements: Senior Lecturer:

• A Doctors Degree in a Design field (e.g Visual Communication/Fashion/Product /Jewellery Design)
• At least four (4) years’ relevant lecturing experience
• Successful supervision of post-graduates to completion
• Record of publications in peer reviewed journals

Recommendations:

• At least 4 years of Industry experience
• Internal applications interested in higher level academic positions are also encouraged to apply for ad hominem promotion if they are eligible.
• To ensure fairness and consistency all applications must satisfy the ad hominempromotion criteria for the relevant academic level

Minimum Requirements: Lecturer:

• A Master’s Degree in a Design field (e.g Visual Communication/Fashion/Product/Jewellery Design)
• At least two (2) years’ relevant lecturing experience

Recommendations

• At least 2 years of Industry experience 

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lectures subjects within the field of Theory of Design, Research through Design, Contemporary Design Research Methods
• Participate in curriculum development at undergrad and postgraduate level
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative and leadership duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research activities
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into the curriculum.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements: Senior Lecturer:

• A Doctoral Degree within the Engineering and the Built Environment, Humanities, Geography or Urban Planning Disciplines (The candidates underpinning Masters Qualification must be a Professional Masters in Architecture/Architectural Technology)
• Pr.Arch registration with SACAP
• At least two (2) years relevant lecturing experience.
• Successful supervision of post-graduates to completion
• Record of publication in peer-reviewed journals and conferencing proceedings

Recommendations:

• At least two (2) years’ professional practice in Architecture
• Excellent Revit, BIM, Adobe Suite and other digital draughting and presentation competencies
• Track record in integrating design and technology in buildings of medium complexity up to medium-rise height. Experience in sustainability measures and specification in architectural design and technology
• Certified course(s) with the Green Building Council of South Africa
• Excellent technical knowledge and experience in building design & construction in varied built environment context
• Ability to develop a Research Focus Area and aspiration to improvement of qualification
• Internal applications interested in higher level academic positions are also encouraged to apply for ad hominem
• promotion if they are eligible. To ensure fairness and consistency all applications must satisfy the ad hominem promotion criteria for the relevant academic level

Minimum Requirements: Lecturer

• A Professional Master’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology (underpinning qualification)
• Eligible for a professional body accreditation with SACAP
• At least two (2) years’ relevant teaching experience in Higher Education

Recommendations:

• Minimum two (2) years of professional practice in Architecture
• Excellent Revit, BIM, Adobe Suite and other digital draughting and presentation competencies
• Track record in integrating design and technology in buildings of medium complexity up to medium-rise height. Experience in sustainability measures and specification in architectural design and technology
• Certified course(s) with the Green Building Council of South Africa
• Excellent technical knowledge and experience in building design & construction in varied built environment context
• Ability to develop a Research Focus Area and aspiration to improvement of qualification

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lectures in the field of Architecture and Architectural Technology, particularly in the ‘Design’, ‘Technology’ and ‘Environment’ subject streams in the Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Masters in Architectural Technology
• Deliver courses using Blended Learning methodologies at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
• Operate on Learner Management System (on the official University platform) over a range of courses 
• Instruction in Revit and various digital presentation programs
• Participate in curriculum development and learning design
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department (internal and External) 
• Participate in research and skills development
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department 

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organising & planning skills
• Computer skills and adapting to new technologies & digital platforms Excellent Revit, BIM and Adobe Suite skills Ability to operate various Learning Management Systems, eg Blackboard, and the ability to work in a virtual environment Ability to create interactive educational materials and the methodologies employed in Blended Learning
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• A high degree of Adaptability, flexibility and resilience
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Education, Business Management, Social Science and or equivalent qualification.
• A PhD will be an advantage
• 10 years working as a Manager responsible for managing more than two operations including facilities management.
• At least 2 of these years must have been served in the higher education environment.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Support and represent the Office of the Vice-Chancellor at Wellington Campus and surrounds

• Establish and maintain relationships and partnerships to optimise the resources of the Wellington Campus and its interactions with local organisations, communities and stakeholder groupings

Strategic and Operational Management

• Determines the coordination strategy by means of the different support functions at Wellington campus in terms of the contribution of each to the realisation of the University and campus objectives.
• Collaborates in respect of providing input for University and campus strategic objectives.
• Manages the resources of the Campus under his/her control in such a manner that the strategic objectives of the University as well as those of the campus are achieved.
• Provides effective support to identified stakeholder groupings, in line with CPUT and Wellington Campus Strategy and Operational Plan.

Stakeholder Relationship management and partnerships

• Establish, facilitate and manage the Institution’s relationships and communication between various CPUT departments at Wellington and entities as defined by Strategy and Operational Plan
• Develop and maintain relationships with key Wellington community stakeholders
• Proactively seeks partnerships with potential to enhance university vision and mission statement.
• Ensure relevant role players participate in partnerships’ programmes.
• Serve as a primary communication link between the Campus and the community/service area to ensure that goals and priorities of CPUT and the Wellington Campus reflect the needs of the community and comply with the mission, vision, values, goals, and strategic direction of CPUT

Campus promotion

• Work with MCD on the branding of the Wellington Campus and to enhance its visibility in the media
• Promotes workshops and short learning programmes as planned with the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and implied Senior Management Members to target audiences which could lead to third stream income generation for the Wellington Campus

 Space and facility management

• Serves as campus liaison “officer” between CPUT’s Directorate for Property and Security Services (e.g., grounds and maintenance, food service, public safety etc.) and contribute towards effective campus operations.
• Facilitates the development of campus emergency procedures; responds to building and campus emergencies and contacts an appropriate manager for immediate follow up regarding incidents; and ensures proper documentation and reporting procedures are met
• Assists with aspects of room/space allocation in consultation with relevant offices at the Wellington Campus including facilities scheduling for classes and special events and meetings

 Reporting

• Prepares written reports to the Office of the VC/EM and other documents where necessary

Financial and resource management

• Manages budget allocated to own office
• Manages resources to own office for execution of his/her duties
• Assists with the effective management of resource allocation at the Wellington in consultation with the responsible managers
   

Competencies

• Strategic and Operational Planning
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strategic and Operational Planning
• Project management
• Organisational and management
• Report writing
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Public speaking and presentation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving
• Ability to work with diverse communities
• Advanced computer skills
• Customer-focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• People management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Persuasiveness
• Adaptability
• Conflict management
• Project management
• Organisational and management
• Report writing
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Public speaking and presentation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving
• Ability to work with diverse communities
• Advanced computer skills
• Customer-focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• People management
• Exceptional interpersonal skill

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s degree relevant to the teaching of Mathematics awarded with a pass mark of 70% or greater.
• Mathematics as a major subject at undergraduate level
• A teaching qualification relevant to the field of Mathematics Education
• The candidate must be registered or prepared to register for a Doctoral degree.

Recommendation:

• At least one (1) year experience in teaching Mathematics in Intermediate Phase at school or tertiary level

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Participation in all components of the nGap development programme during the first six (6) years of employment
• Teaching Mathematics in the Intermediate Phase.
• Competence in the pedagogy of technology integration in learning, teaching, and assessment
• Curriculum and academic development and administration
• Administration, supervision, and evaluation of student practical teaching experiences
• Learning support for and in multilingual classrooms
• Perform student assessment.
• Participate in research activities.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department.
• Ability to combine manageable teaching load with a doctoral programme expected of an nGap scholar.
• Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and online learning).
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent teaching skills
• Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans
• Sound administrative and technical skills.
• Good presentation skills
• Research skills.
• Knowledge of education policies (including CAPS) for intermediate phases
• Mentoring and support of students
• Student-focused teaching and learning
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Good work standards and ability to manage work
• Adaptability
• Planning and organising skills
• Continuous learning
• Strong learner focus
• Computer skills

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements: Senior Lecturer

• Doctoral qualification: Doctor of Commerce / Doctor of Tourism/ Doctor of Geography or related Tourism Management
• fields.
• Underpinning Masters qualification in one or more of the sub-fields of Tourism Management.
• At least four (4) years’ relevant teaching experience in Higher Education.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Track record in academic leadership, research output and postgraduate supervision.

Recommended: Senior Lecturer

• Knowledge of the higher education landscape in SA
• Evidence of research and publications

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Learning and Teaching
• Supervise postgraduate students
• Provide academic leadership in the department
• Participate in curriculum development
• Conduct student assessments
• Research and research capacity building
• Participate in quality assurance
• Provide support for Work-integrated learning and monitoring
• Develop and maintain industry linkages
• Risk management and related activities
• Compliance reporting

Competencies

• Excellent teaching skills
• Management and leadership competencies to coach others
• Effective communication and information management skills
• A Student-centered approach in conducting teaching
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in using MS Office 365 with Excel and Power-point
• Ability to work in a team with well-developed interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate professionalism and quality orientated work ethics
• Plan, coordinate and supervise academic activities related to theory and banking/finance/management accounting practice
• Ability to use online technology in interaction with students and staff
• Qualitative and Quantitative research competencies

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Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements: Associate Professor

• Doctoral qualification: Doctor of Commerce / Doctor of Marketing or related Marketing fields. (e.g. Brand Management)
• Underpinning Masters qualification in one or more of the sub-fields of Marketing.
• At least six (6) years’ relevant teaching experience in Higher Education.
• Already at Senior Lecturer level with at least three (3) years’ proven academic managerial experience.
• Track record in academic leadership, research output and postgraduate supervision.

Recommended: Associate Professor

• Successful supervision of Masters’ and Doctoral students.
• Previous experience in a similar position or at an equivalent or higher level.
• Preference will be given to a person that has at least 4 years’ experience in a department/programme coordinating or relevant portfolio role within a Marketing department.

Minimum Requirements: Senior Lecturer

• Doctoral qualification: Doctor of Commerce/Doctor of Marketing or related Marketing fields.(e.g. Brand Management)
• Underpinning Masters qualification in one or more of the sub-fields of Marketing.
• At least four (4) years’ relevant teaching experience in Higher Education.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Track record in academic leadership, research output and postgraduate supervision.

Recommended: Senior Lecturer

• At least five years’ teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape in SA.
• Evidence of research and publications

Minimum Requirements: Head of Department

• Doctoral qualification: Doctor of Commerce/Doctor of Marketing or related Marketing fields.(e.g. Brand Management)
• Underpinning Masters qualification in one or more of the sub-fields of Marketing.
• At least 5 years’ teaching experience in a higher education, with at least three (3) years at the Senior Lecturer level involving managerial responsibility.
• Track record in academic leadership, research output and postgraduate supervision.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer
• Learning and Teaching
• Supervise postgraduate students
• Provide academic leadership in the department
• Participate in curriculum development
• Conduct student assessments
• Research and research capacity building
• Participate in quality assurance
• Provide support for Work-integrated learning and monitoring
• Develop and maintain industry linkages
• Risk management and related activities
• Compliance reporting

Head of Department

• Academic leader of the department.
• A representative of the department to the rest of the university community.
• A representative of the university leadership in the department’s representative of the university to external bodies.

The HOD roles and functions cover a broad area and include but are not limited to the following:

• Financial management and management of the budget.
• Academic management and academic administration Quality promotion and quality management.
• Academic planning and the development of the departmental Programme Qualification Mix (PQM).
• Implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.
• Professional development of academic and support staff.
• Implementation of the performance management system.
• Management of research and innovation activities.
• Management of workplace-based learning, service-learning and community engagement.
• Management of stakeholder partnerships.
• Initiating and engaging in fundraising activities.
• Overseeing the marketing and recruitment strategy of the department.
• Development of a departmental strategic plan and overseeing its implementation.
• Monitor Risk management and related activities.
• Compliance reporting.

Academic duties will include:

• Lecture at least one subject.
• Plan and execute all teaching and learning activities for the programme(s) of study.
• Promote community participation and linkages.
• Promote and manage research supervision of undergraduate projects and postgraduate students where applicable.
• Promote and assist staff with research funding both internally and externally.

Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent command of English language and communication
• Technical/Professional knowledge and skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Coaching and Mentoring skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and development in the Marketing field.
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Quality of Work and Reliability
• Job Knowledge/Technical knowledge Support for diversity
• Customer service Flexibility in a changing environment

Additional

• Applicants must meet the Ad Hominem Promotions criteria at the relevant level of each one of the above as spelled out in the Ad Hominem Promotions policy (Academic level to be determined through the application of institutional ad hominem criteria).
• Candidates that are registered and made substantial progress towards the completion of their Doctoral qualification: Your application will only be considered if you supply a verified and signed letter from your supervisor indicating the date you first registered, the progress you have made to date and the expected completed the date of your qualification.