Website Vaal University of Technology
The University was first established as a college for advanced technical education in 1966 and then transitioned into a Technikon in 1979. With the restructuring of the higher education landscape, the institution became a University of Technology in 2004 and has seen significant growth in its activi… read moreties and reach since that time. The University now operates from its main campus in Vanderbijlpark with satellite sites of delivery in Ekurhuleni, Secunda and Upington. The University also has the Science Park at the Sebokeng Campus. While the expansion of activities on the main campus is limited due to the available space, opportunities exist, particularly at the Sebokeng Campus, for future expansion.
Key performance areas include but not limited to:
Academic leadership – Teach and assess at undergraduate/postgraduate levels; Develop curriculum in applicable field of specialisation, influence the development, maintenance, and control in field of specialisation.
Research – Undertake post-graduate research in field of specialisation, provide accredited research outputs and undertake post-graduate supervision and examination.
Industry relationship building – Liaise with industry including consultation work/collaborative research and plan.
Community engagement – Participate in community flagship programme/projects.
Administration – Conduct student and academic administration and reporting duties in line with responsibility.
Internal process – Performing ad-hoc duties as assigned by the line-manager.
APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualification and Experience:
A completed PhD in Public Relations/Journalism/Communication Studies/Strategic Communication or relevant field.
Minimum of six years teaching experience in higher education, or at least six years industrial or practice relevant experience.
Relevant research experience will be a recommendation.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent teaching skills, planning and organising skills, conceptual skills, analytical ability, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills. The candidate should be familiar with Hospitality and Food Service Management.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27 August 2025
Apply via company website ( N / A ) or
vut.ac.za