Vacant Jobs at Stellenbosch University

Duties    

• As a senior member of the SU HR Directorate, the incumbent will lead the design, implementation, and review of ODE strategies, policies, and programmes across key areas:
• Talent Attraction, Retention, and Organisational Design: Developing and implementing strategies to attract and retain top talent, build a strong employer brand, and optimise recruitment and onboarding processes;
• Talent Management: Designing and executing talent management programmes, including succession planning, performance management, and leadership development, to foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence;
• Talent Inclusion and Engagement: Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within SU, ensuring employee engagement and well-being are at the forefront of organisational priorities;
• Stakeholder Relations Management: Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, integrating ODE best practices into client planning and operations;
• Staff Leadership and Service Management: Providing strategic leadership and management within the HR Division, ensuring the effective functioning and continuous improvement of the ODE section.

Qualifications:

• At least an honours degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Management, or a related field;
• A master's degree (NQF 9) in HR Management, Industrial Psychology, or a relevant discipline is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Candidates with an honours degree: At least ten years' experience in HR management, with at least five years in a senior managerial role within organisational development/effectiveness;
• Candidates with a master's degree: Between seven to ten years' experience in HR Management, with at least five years in a senior managerial role within organisational development/effectiveness;
• Expertise in developing and implementing ODE strategies, policies, and programmes;
• A track record of strategic leadership and the ability to lead organisational change and drive strategic initiatives;
• Experience in developing and leading change management initiatives and facilitating change in complex environments;
• Experienced in aligning HR strategies with organisational goals and driving long-term success;
• Expertise in guiding organisations through transitions and managing resistance;
• Experience in managing complex institutional projects;
• A sound track record of building partnerships and fostering collaborative relationships;
• Experience in solving complex problems and navigating and resolving complex issues.

Knowledge:

• Organisational Development (OD) Principles: Expertise in OD theories, change management, and organisational design;
• Talent Management: Knowledge of succession planning, performance management, and leadership development;
• Employee Relations and Engagement: Understanding strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and well-being;
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Proficiency in embedding DEI principles into HR policies and practices;
• Labour Legislation and Compliance: Familiarity with relevant labour laws and ensuring compliance in HR strategies;
• HR Analytics: Skills in using data and metrics to inform decision-making and to measure HR strategy effectiveness;
• An in-depth understanding of relevant legislation and ODE best practices.

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Duties/Pligte        

• Developing and implementing frameworks for the development, integration, standardisation, and review of HR strategies, policies, processes, and projects;
• Providing expert advice and support to the HR directorate team on the development of aligned, area-specific strategies and policies, ensuring proper alignment and framing of HR documents for governance structures;
• Applying a broad legal understanding in employment and labour law, regulatory compliance, and privacy to ensure compliance and a risk-based approach across the HR domain;
• Taking responsibility for tracking, monitoring, and reporting on the progress of HR policies, processes, and projects, ensuring timely completion and compliance;
• Leading the development and ongoing review of the annual HR Project Plan, including coordination of the audit plan where applicable, and producing reports as required;
• Conducting internal quality assurance of HR strategy, policy, procedure, process, and project documents and reports, including communication documents for governance submission;
• Designing and implementing communication frameworks for HR strategies, policies, and processes, and producing communication pieces and reports.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        
Qualifications:

• At least an honours degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Management, or a related field;
• A relevant master's degree (NQF 9), preferably in HR Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline, would be highly desirable.

Experience:

• Ten to twelve years' relevant experience, with at least three to five years in a managerial or strategic leadership position;
• Proven experience in the development and review of policies, procedures, and processes;
• Experience in working with governance processes; 
• Track record of working cooperatively across functions managing conflicting demands, balancing interests of multiple stakeholders to achieve shared objectives and to fairly represent interests;
• Track record of conceptual thinking and meta-analysis, acquiring data from diverse sources to solve problems and effectively evaluate solution options;
• Proficiency in analysing, using, and presenting complex HR information in various formats to diverse audiences;
• Experience in planning and executing projects of varying sizes and complexity in a high-pressure environment.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of HR management frameworks, including organisational development, employee value proposition, employment relations, systems, audit, and governance;
• Broad legal understanding and comprehensive experience with current legislation, policies governing HR management practices, and industry best practices;
• Broad understanding of regulatory compliance and privacy laws, including data protection, health and safety, immigration, and intellectual property law;
• Risk management processes and frameworks.

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Duties    

• Providing expert HR advice to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, ensuring the effective implementation of SU HR strategies, policies, and processes;
• Acting as a strategic thought partner and first-line HR respondent for the Faculty, building strong relationships and ensuring deep immersion within the client environment;
• Ensuring compliance and proactive risk management in all HR matters, particularly in navigating the complexities of the Faculty's staffing arrangements;
• Collaborating with the Dean, Executive team, Faculty managers, employees, and SU HR colleagues, especially those in centres of excellence, to ensure that insights from the Faculty inform broader institutional HR strategies;
• Co-developing and implementing bespoke HR strategies, policies, and processes tailored to the unique needs of the Faculty;
• Serving as the designate of the Chief Director: HR (CD: HR) as determined by the CD: HR, representing SU HR within the Faculty management team where relevant;
• Providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction to the HR partnering team within the Faculty, fostering a team of problem solvers capable of dynamically and flexibly addressing strategic priorities and challenges.

Job Requirements    
Qualifications:

• At least an honours degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field;
• A master's degree (NQF 9) in HR Management or a related discipline is highly desirable.

Experience: 

• For candidates with an honours degree: At least ten years' broad HR management experience, with at least five years in a senior management role within a large-scale, complex HR environment;
• For candidates with a master's degree: Seven to ten years' broad HR management experience, with at least four years in a senior leadership role.

Skills and Expertise:

• Strong strategic capabilities, with experience in strategy formulation, process design, implementation and service delivery;
• Proven experience in leading and developing professional HR teams within a complex and dynamic environment;
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders to drive service delivery;
• Experience in change management, project management, and financial acumen;
• Flexibility, service orientation, and openness to change;
• Strong work ethic, highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of HR legislation, policies, and best practices;
• Broad knowledge of HR management frameworks, including organisational development, employee value proposition, employment relations, systems, and governance;
• Understanding of business principles, financial management, and risk management frameworks.

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Duties

• Designing and implementing a strategic client partnering service model that aligns with SU's HR and organisational goals;
• Serving as a strategic thought partner, fostering strong client relationships, and ensuring the partnering function is deeply integrated within the client base;
• Providing leadership and oversight to the client partnering team, developing their strategic capabilities to address pressing challenges and opportunities;
• Collaborating with SU HR colleagues, particularly those in the HR centres of excellence, to ensure client insights inform institutional HR strategies and policies;
• Leading and managing the client partnering service across SU, including oversight of staffing and budget;
• Representing the client partnering function on relevant University committees and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        
Qualifications:

• At least an honours degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field;
• A master's degree (NQF 9) in HR Management or a related discipline is highly desirable.

Experience:

• For candidates with an honours degree: At least ten years' broad HR management experience, with at least five years in a senior management role within a large-scale, complex HR environment;
• For candidates with a master's degree: Seven to ten years' broad HR management experience, with at least four years in a senior leadership role within a large-scale, complex HR environment.

Skills and Expertise:

• Strong strategic capabilities, with experience in strategy formulation, process design, implementation and service delivery;
• Proven experience in leading and developing client-centric HR teams within a complex environment;
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders;
• Experience in change management, project management, and financial acumen;
• Demonstrated ability to leverage HR metrics for decision-making and strategy development.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of HR legislation, policies, and best practices;
• Broad knowledge of HR management frameworks, including organisational development, employee value proposition, employment relations, systems, and governance;
• Understanding of business principles, financial management, and risk management frameworks.

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Duties    

• Serving as the liaison between IT and the Faculties, Teaching and Learning, Research, Social Impact and the professional academic and administrative support environments, understanding their needs and ensuring alignment with institutional goals and strategic priorities;
• Leading the design, implementation, and management of the Business Relationship Management (BRM) framework linked to the international BRM practice to include both institutional systems as well as special systems within divisions and faculties;
• Developing and managing the IT project portfolio, thereby ensuring alignment with institutional priorities;
• Developing and implementing demand management processes, guidelines and procedures to prioritise and align IT resources with institutional needs and strategic objectives;
• Managing and mentoring the relationship managers and project management team, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes and high levels of stakeholder satisfaction;
• Fostering a culture of innovation by identifying and implementing emerging technologies that support SU's strategic priorities;
• Implementing and managing communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed about IT initiatives, projects, and developments;
• Aligning with IT governance and, where applicable, defining, implementing and overseeing good governance of the portfolio;
• Developing and managing the relevant IT budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and efficient resource allocation;
• Staying current with emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices in higher education IT, making recommendations for continuous improvement and innovation;
• Building and nurturing internal and external national and international networks (e.g. vendors, other higher education institutions and research associations).  

Job Requirements    

• NQF 8 qualification  (i.e. honour's degree, postgraduate dploma and qualifications) in computer science, information technology, business administration, higher education, or a related field (a master's degree preferred);       
• More than ten years' experience in IT, with at least five years in a leadership role focusing on business relationship management, partnerships, project management, demand management, communication and innovation;       
• Experience in building and maintaining internal and external strategic partnerships;       
• An excellent understanding of the digital transformation opportunities and challenges of higher education institutions;       
• An excellent understanding of the challenges facing South African higher education institutions;       
• Proven experience in managing complex IT projects and developing strategic partnerships in a higher education environment;      
• Strong understanding of demand management, project management methodologies, the software development lifecycle, tools and best practices;      
• Experience in financial management and budgeting;       
• Excellent leadership and team management skills;       
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure;       
• The ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast changing environment;       
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact and communicate relevant IT concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences at various levels of the organisation.         

Recommendation

• PhD in computer science, information technology, business administration, higher education, or a related field.  

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Duties    

• Leading the architectural design, implementation, and management of Stellenbosch University's (SU) IT infrastructure, including but not limited to servers, storage, networks, data centres, card systems and cloud services;
• Overseeing the physical infrastructure, including but not limited to cabling, hardware installations, and maintenance of physical network components;
• Designing, implementing and managing a comprehensive virtualisation strategy (for instance containerisation) that facilitates a hybrid topology (cloud and on-premises) to ensure adaptability, scalability, maintainability, security and cost-effectiveness;
• Developing an information and cyber risk management structure aligned to the level of defence required to improve cyber resilience in consultation with stakeholders;
• Advising, reviewing and reporting on the cyber risk posture of the organisation and ensuring that security requirements are built by design in all IT systems and projects and that technical risk is managed;
• Aligning to IT governance and, where applicable, defining, implementing and overseeing good governance of the portfolio;
• Managing and mentoring a team of IT professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure successful operations and career development;
• Developing and managing the relevant IT budget ensuring cost-effective solutions and efficient resource allocation;
• Staying current with emerging technologies, industry trends and security threats, making recommendations for improvements and innovations;
• Building and nurturing internal and external networks.  

Job Requirements    

• NQF 8 qualification (i.e. honour's degree, postgraduate diploma and qualifications) in computer science information systems, or related discipline (master's degree preferred);
• More than ten years' experience in IT, with at least five years in a leadership role focusing on infrastructure, network and security;
• Proven experience in designing, implementing and managing complex IT infrastructures, including physical and cloud infrastructure;
• Strong understanding of virtualisation, cloud computing (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and disaster recovery planning;
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security frameworks and data protection regulations;
• Experience with managing physical infrastructure, including cabling and hardware installations;
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements;
• Knowledge of common information security and governance frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT, NIST, etc.;
• Experience in financial management and budgeting;
• Excellent leadership and team management skills;
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure;
• The ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast changing environment;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact and communicate relevant IT concepts effectively to technical and nontechnical audiences at various levels of the organisation.  

Recommendation    

• PhD in computer science information systems, or related discipline.  

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Duties

Recruitment Planning:

• Supporting the implementation and executing comprehensive student recruitment planning  to achieve enrolment goals;
• Providing input to comprehensive student recruitment planning to support the achievement of enrolment goals;
• Identifying and targeting key markets, both domestically and internationally, for student recruitment.

Partnership and Relationship Building:

• Building, identifying new opportunities and maintaining relationships with corporates, prospective students, and other educational institutions to promote the  School's programmes;
• Collaborating and driving initiatives with academia, alumni and stakeholders to increase awareness and interest in the School (e.g. interactions around stakeholders on student recruitment campaigns, roadshows, etc.);
• Engaging in prospecting activities, and showcasing documented success in penetrating and establishing connections with new accounts.

Events and Presentations:

• Planning recruitment events, workshops, and presentations (and working closely with the events administration officer for execution) to showcase the School's offerings;
• Representing the School at career fairs, conferences, and other relevant events;
• Providing support in identifying and assessing opportunities within the School to seamlessly integrate recruitment activities and drive effective implementation.

Admissions Support:

• Working collaboratively with direct team members, the Central Applications Office, the Centre for Student Administration, the Programme Administration Division and the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences to ensure achieving recruitment goals;
• Assisting prospective students with the application process, and providing guidance on admission requirements and procedures;
• Collaborating with the admissions team to streamline the application and enrolment process.

Marketing Collaboration:

• Working closely with the rest of the marketing team to develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns aimed at prospective students;
• Providing insights and feedback to enhance marketing materials and communication strategies.

Data Management:

• Maintaining accurate records of recruitment activities and prospective student interactions;
• Utilising CRM systems to track leads, applications, and conversions.

Market Research:

• Staying informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and changes in educational policies that may impact student recruitment;
• Conducting market research to identify new opportunities for student recruitment.

Collaboration with Internal Stakeholders:

• Engaging with the Alumni Office to leverage their networks for recruitment purposes;
• Partnering with the Alumni Office at events or involvement in the recruitment process.

Feedback and Improvement:

• Gathering feedback from prospective students and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement in the recruitment process;
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of recruitment strategies.

Job Requirements    

• A relevant bachelor s degree, or a national diploma in marketing / business management or a relevant field;
• At least five years  experience in a sales / customer service role;
• Proven ability to take initiative and to make independent judgements in performing tasks;
• The delivery of outputs that comply with the highest quality standards;
• Professional conduct and a professional appearance;
• A persuasive communicator;
• Social media knowledge on various portals;
• Computer literacy in Microsoft (CRM, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, organised and methodical;
• Good interpersonal relationship skills with the ability to act with empathy and patience;
• A strong customer service orientation; 
• A pro-active outlook;
• The ability to function in a multilingual environment;
• Willingness to work after hours if necessary.