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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that … read morehigher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence. The vision of the UJ is to be "an international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future". The mission can be described as follows: "inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge". These are underpinned by four values, namely: imagination, conversation, regeneration and ethical foundation. The six strategic objectives provide a focused means for realising the Vision, Mission and Values of the University as set out above. They further represent a re-working of the original UJ Strategic Thrusts 2020 in the context of a wider positioning of the University as "The Pan-African" Centre for Critical Intellectual Inquiry, with the primary goal of achieving global excellence and stature. The six strategic objectives are: Excellence in Research and Innovation. Excellence in Teaching and Learning. An International Profile for Global Excellence and Stature. Enriching Student-Friendly Learning and Living Experience. Active National and Global Reputation Management, and Fitness for Global Excellence and Stature (GES). Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Purpose:
To provide opportunities for an optimal student life experience at a campus and institutional level.
Responsibilities:
To support and manage student organisations with regards to facilitating the annual election of new leaders for student organisations.
To provide personal and leadership development opportunities for all students.
To initiate, coordinate and organise projects that will contribute to a vibrant UJ student life.
To support and manage student organisations.
Manage student life projects relevant to all students.
Minimum requirements
A Diploma/Certificate (NQF 6) in Social Development, Psychology, Social Services or related field.
Two (2) years managerial experience.
One (1) year experience in the higher institution of learning.
Three (3) years’ experience in Student Life and Governance.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Interpersonal and active listening skills.
Leadership skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Negotiation skills.
Conflict management skills.
Financial and resources management skills.
Information and knowledge management skills.
Project management skills.
Ability to analyse and resolve problems and situations effectively.
Planning and organising skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Strong relationship-building and consulting skills.
Deadline:1st May,2026
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