Introduction The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". Duties & Responsibilities “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO Job Description: To ensure effective and efficient coordination and facilitiation (where appropriate) of postgraduate programmes/workshops within the RCD unit at the PGS. Responsibilities: Organises appropriate, needs-driven research capacity development opportunities for postgraduate students.Coordinates comprehensive research capacity development programme(s) for postgraduate student’s research journey.Organises, coordinates, facilitates, and assists (where appropriate) research communication events, such as the UJ Visualise Your Thesis (VYT), 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition and the Postgraduate Conference amongst other RCD annual or adhoc events.Use Moodle for distance learning and provide an enabling environment around this learning management system (LMS).Engages in related communication and marketing, quality assurance, impace measurement, administrative and reporting activities that will add value to all RCD related activities. Desired Experience & Qualification A degree or any relevant qualification (NQF 7), in any of the STEM fields3 to 5 years’ experience in administration of academic programmes or projects in a higher education institution3 to 5 years' experience in a coordination role in a higher education context3 to 5 years' experience in supervising postgraduate students3 to 5 years' experience of curriculum development or coordination of postgraduate programmes3 to 5 years' experience with using online or distance learning programmes, digital technologies, and social media3 to 5 years' experience in facilitating postgraduate programmesDemonstrate ability to coordinate academic courses, programmes, and processesAdvanced knowledge of MS Office programmes Recommendations: A Master’s degree in any of the STEM fields will be highly beneficialHave a sound knowledge of what a postgraduate lifespan entails through supervisionShow strategy around planning of postgraduate workshopsUnderstanding the demands of postgraduate study Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Strong administrative skills Excellent planning and organising skills Good written and oral communication skills for report writing Ability to handle large volumes of communication, responsiveness “while on the move” Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to identify and mitigate risks Collegial and emotionally intelligent Ability to work independently and take initiative Ability to work in a pressurised environment and meet deadlines High level of integrity and ethical standardsExcellent teamwork and interpersonal skills Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Penny Govender (Line Manager) at Tel: (011) 559 6555Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mrs Nozuko Mazibuko (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 4690
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