Manager: Higher Degrees Academic Support (P003103)
Listing reference: nwu_004424
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 19 June 2026
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Vanderbijlpark
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS) DIVISION: RESEARCH & INNOVATION – RESEARCH SUPPORT & POSTGRADUATE
SUPPORT POSITION NUMBER: P003103 VACANCY: MANAGER – HIGHER DEGREES ACADEMIC SUPPORT PEROMNES GRADE: 7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Manager will be responsible for the establishment, ongoing management and implementation of Higher Degrees Academic Support projects in the Postgraduate Support Centre, focusing on intervention/improvement themes stipulated in the NWU Higher degrees Improvement Plan as approved by the Council on Higher Education (CHE). This role is responsible for planning, executing, and completing projects on time within the allocated budget as agreed with key programme stakeholders including DHET (through the University Capacity Development Grant).
The Manager will also provide support and guidance on the Higher Degrees Academic Support programme, projects, processes and procedures, tools and
training within the institution.
training within the institution.
Minimum requirements
• A bachelor’s degree honours or equivalent (NQF level 8).
• Membership with the Southern African Research and Innovation Management (SARIMA).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ project management experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year’ operational experience in Higher Degrees environment.
• Membership with the Southern African Research and Innovation Management (SARIMA).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ project management experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year’ operational experience in Higher Degrees environment.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
• A master’s degree (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years’ research experience.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Project management from inception through to conceptualization, development and implementation of project management plans, standard
operating procedures and effective management of the project timeline.
• Project Planning & Execution – Develop necessary protocols, manuals and operational guidelines for the strategic projects.
• Sufficient level of technical background to accurately and objectively evaluate project risks.
• Planning, organising, supporting, supervising, disseminating, higher degrees support projects.
• Managing multi-phase projects.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Good interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Time management abilities and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
• Strong analytical and planning skills with the ability to manage competing demands.
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: Prof. Nnenesi Kgabi on 018 299 4848
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Miss Tirhani Baloyi on 018 285 2037
CLOSING DATE: 19 June 2026
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.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE 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.
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