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DIRECTOR: BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and
unique opportunities to shape the training of medical and other health professionals, and
scientists in general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting
journey, as reflected in the opportunities below.

DIRECTOR: BUILT ENVIRONMENT (1 Post)
(5-year contract appointment)
REF: 33/2025/RM/P4

The University is looking for an energetic professional for the position of Director: Built
Environment (BE) to manage the University’s infrastructure (both internal and external built
environments) in support of its goals, which compromises both the management of new
infrastructure projects and maintenance strategies for the University. In addition, he/she will
manage the Occupational Health and Safety function for the institution, as well as employees
and contracts for cleaning, sanitization and gardening services.

The incumbent will be responsible for, inter alia, infrastructure, inclusive of residences,
learning facilities, admin buildings, recreational and sports facilities, and the garden and
grounds of the University. He / She will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Operations) and
must meet the requirements, competencies and be responsible for the key performance areas
listed below.

MINUMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in the BE fields, thus, Architecture, Eng; Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural
  Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Six (6) years’ experience of leadership in managerial capacity, leading a team
• Ten (10) years minimum experience in the Built Environment post degree qualification
• A Post Graduate Degree will be and added advantage, i.e., MSC CPM, MBA etc.
• Proven experience in restructuring and building a winning team.
• Registration as PrEng, PrCPM, PrQS, professional
• Proven experience in in infrastructure and construction environs
• Experience in environment maintenance
• Proven experience in managing infrastructure budgets
• A thorough understanding of the management of property assets
• Membership with a relevant industry body such as Engineering Council of SA (ECSA);
  Project Management Institute (RMI); South African Council for the Project and Construction
  Management Professions (SACPCMP), SACAP, SAQSP will be an added advantage
• ICT proficiency in MS-Suite to support work order management and monitoring planning systems
• Five years’ experience in a Higher Education (University) context is a distinct advantage and
  is highly recommended.

COMPETENCIES

• Technical/ professional knowledge and skill
• Strategic leadership, decision making and problem solving
• Above average communication skills (written and spoken) and solid report writing
• Strong interpersonal relations, collaboration, and teamwork
• Strong stakeholder management
• Personal impact, stature, integrity and credibility
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with tight deadlines
• Results oriented
• Can be counted on to get the job done
• High work ethic and standards
• The ability to understand negative consequences and threats and to manage
  decisions/business processes to negate/minimise risk
• Negotiation: bargain successfully by using the ability to assimilate information and to
  evaluate possibilities against a background of sound knowledge of the landscape
• Action orientated and ability to implement and manage change
• Ability to Manage diverse teams; an impeccable administrator
• Client service orientation
• Change management.

DUTIES

• Guide the project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with
  project, program and facilities management methodology
• Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs
  and requirements
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities
• Oversee the day-to-day operational aspects of a projects and scope
• Apply methodology and enforce project standards to minimise risk on projects
• Report project progress to Chief Operations Officer
• Manage project budget and resources
• Provide inputs to other professionals with tender administration
• Liaise and interact with service providers, client and management
• Contribute to the human resources and related activities
• Maintain the record management system and the projects library
• Utilise resources allocated effectively
• Keep up with new technologies and procedures
• Research/literature on new developments on project, program and facilities management
  methodologies
• Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on project management.

KEY PERFROMANCE AREAS

• Infrastructure Maintenance Management
  o Stays abreast with the built environment legislation to support strategy development
  and execution
  o Aligns infrastructure goals with institutional strategies and plans
  o Leads the Infrastructure Maintenance Strategy and Plan, scoping a current plan, a 5-
  year plan and a 10-year plan for maintenance
  o Obtains feedback from internal stakeholders on infrastructure service levels and quality
  o Puts a measurement system in place either through an automated work order system
  or other mechanism for the measurement of maintenance work (whether insourced or
  outsourced)
  o Arranges for pest control services
  o Collaborates with internal stakeholders in the execution of the maintenance plan, and
  continuously checks the effectiveness and quality of work execution
  o Puts a best practice property database in place to meet Space Audit requirements
  o Manages property and related assets

• Infrastructure Project Liaison for Large Capital Projects
  o Stay abreast with large scale infrastructure development priorities at the institution
  o Stays abreast of and applies best practice project management principles
  o Plans the effective procurement of built environment professional, contractors, and
  supplies
  o Plays an active management role in implementation of infrastructure projects by
  contracts
  o Collaborates closely with Finance in approving creditors payments, and fosters sound
  and ethical relationships with professional contractors and suppliers
  o Writing concept documents, briefs and plans in relation to the Built Environment
  o Build strong stakeholder relations and partnerships to support the infrastructure and
  maintenance projects, and to collaborate with on resistance issues and strategies

Environment and Grounds Management
o Aligns tactical operational plans with the institution’s strategic environmental and
greening; and quality of student life goals
o Collaborates with landscaping, horticultural, and environmental professionals
o Collaborates with internal stakeholders in environmental changes to accommodate
physical challenged individuals
o Collaborates with internal stakeholders on requirements for recreational areas and
sports facilities
o Manages the maintenance of fencing and institutional entrances
o Applies water saving techniques
o Manages the allocation of approved parking areas

• Safety Health and Environment (SHE) Management
  o Must remain abreast of SHE legislation to ensure compliance, promote safety
  standards and maintain the SHE policy
  o Commissions regular SHE audits to determine risk
  o Drafts tactical SHE plans and gains approval
  o Addresses key SHE issues in maintenance planning
  o Maintains and coordinates the emergency response programme
  o Initiates accident investigations, and compiles and submits OSHA accident reports
  o Initiates safety awareness campaigns for staff and students, and sends regular briefs
  and communication

• Generic management
  o Generic management responsibilities such as people management (including
  performance management), budget/asset/financial management and health and safety
  management;
  o Stays abreast of related governance and statutory requirements, and ensures
  compliance, including the compilation of statutory reports
  o Identifies risks and puts in place mitigation plans, including resolving problems with
  external suppliers/vendors/contractors
  o Contributes subject matter expertise in institutional strategic planning
  o Strong monitoring, evaluation and working of student issues, with emphasis on
  resolution
  o Perform duties as the employer may from time to time assign
  o Actively contributes to a healthy SMU culture of impeccable ethics, sound governance
  and accountability

Closing date: 20 March 2025

Applications from Employment Agencies will not be considered.
Typed applications (quoting the reference number) which should contain documents
mentioned below should be forwarded, for the attention of Mr R Moletsane, to the Human
Resources Department, P.O Box 68, Medunsa, 0204 by e-mail at hr.recruitment1@smu.ac.za

Documentation required for application:

• A full curriculum vitae; as well as;
• An abbreviated (no more than two pages) curriculum vitae;
• A self-evaluation by the applicant of his/her suitability for appointment;
• The applicant’s vision for the portfolio;
• The names and contact details of at least three referees (provided that the
  University reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees); and
• An indication in writing by the candidate that he/she accepts the applicable
  Appointment Regulation and Procedure of the University.

All shortlisted candidates may be required to submit themselves to a competency
assessment.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents/information will
result in your application not being considered.

Enquiries regarding conditions of service: Tel: (012) 521-4433; Email:
reginald.moletsane@smu.ac.za

The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer.
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applications who have not been
contacted within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/ Professor and Head of Department

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a renewal path with exciting and unique
opportunities to shape the training of oral health and other healthcare professionals, and scientists in
general. We are on a vigorous campaign to attract top talent to join our exciting journey, as reflected in
the opportunities below:

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/ Professor
and
Head of Department (1 post)
(Re-advert)
Ref:73/2024/KM/HOD

The University is looking for a dynamic individual as Head of Department (HOD) to provide academic
leadership and organizational management to the department in respect of overall teaching and
learning, research, community engagement and administrative management. The incumbent will
report to the Dean of the School.

The incumbent will be appointed permanently on a substantive position as either a Professor,
Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer and on a three (3)-year rotational term appointment as
an HOD. After three (3) years the incumbent may be appointed for a further term based on
performance or return to her/his substantive position. He/She must meet the requirements and
competencies and be responsible for the key performance areas listed below:

REQUIREMENTS
Senior Lecturer

• Bachelor of Dental Therapy/ Oral Hygiene is mandatory
• PhD in Dental Therapy/Oral Hygiene or relevant Health Sciences PhD; or a Master’s Degree in Dental
  Therapy/Oral Hygiene or relevant Health Sciences with evidence of registration for a PhD in Health
  Sciences/Health Sciences Education
• Proof of current registration with the HPCSA
• At least five (5) years relevant academic management experience
• Successful supervision or co-supervision of postgraduate students at Masters level
• Module leader or established teaching experience.
• A minimum of three (3) publications in accredited scientific journals
• Established scholarship or specialist role in community engagement
• Substantial participation in leadership and administration at department or school or programme level
• A developed research area that is (or has the potential to be) institutionally or regionally impactful
• Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
• Sound research background

Associate Professor

• Bachelor of Dental Therapy/ Oral Hygiene is mandatory
• PhD in Dental Therapy/Oral Hygiene or relevant Health Sciences PhD
• Proof of registration with the HPCSA
• Eight (8) years of academic experience or eight (8) years of research experience from Science Council
• Successful supervision or co-supervision of five (5) post graduate student at Masters level
• Evidence of at least Fifteen (15) publications in accredited scientific journals
• Have an established research area that is (or has the potential to be) nationally impactful
• Research Leader
• Generate external funding for research projects
• Substantial scholarship that is recognized at a national level or leadership in community
  engagement that is nationally recognized
• Understanding of the challenges facing the Higher Education Sector in general
• Ability to exhibit effective leadership style and a commitment to higher academic standards
• Commitment and ability to promote the Department’s mission and position to internal University
  constituencies and external stakeholders

Professor

• A Bachelor of Dental Therapy/ Oral Hygiene is mandatory
• A PhD in Dental Therapy/Oral Hygiene or relevant Health Sciences PHD
• Proof of registration with the HPCSA
• Ten (10) years of academic experience or 10 years of research experience from a Science Council
• Evidence of at least twenty (20) publications in accredited scientific journals (cumulative)
• Successful supervision or co-supervision of at least two (2) PhDs and eight (8) Masters students
• Have an internationally recognized research area that is (or has the potential to be) internationally
  impactful
• Research Leader and Mentor
• Generate significant external funding for research projects
• Substantial scholarship that is recognized at the national level or leadership in community
  engagement that is nationally recognized
• Understanding of the challenges facing the Higher Education Sector
• Proof of exposure as team leader
• Ability to exhibit effective leadership style and a commitment to higher academic standards.
• Commitment and ability to promote the Department’s mission and position to internal University
  constituencies and external stakeholder

COMPETENCIES

• Technical/ professional knowledge and skill
• Strategic decision making and problem solving
• Resource management
• People management, including performance management
• Building strategic alliances and partnerships
• Commitment and ability to promote the Department’s vision and mission to internal University
  constituencies and external stakeholders
• Personal impact, Stature and Credibility
• Emotional intelligence and political sensitivity
• Management of complexity and ambiguity
• Action orientated
• Facilitating change
• Team player

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Academic and Research Leadership
  o Teach courses/modules according to the needs of the department
  o Maintain and continuously strive to improve personal academic standing
  o Admit students into offerings in the department and ensure that examinations are of acceptable
  quality and are properly administered
  o Encourage the pursuit of excellence and innovation in teaching and learning
  o Encourage the pursuit of scholarship by ensuring that academic staff members are encouraged
  and supported to embark on research and community engagement activities which respond to
  SMU’s vision and mission
  o Seek new opportunities for enhancing the national and international standing of the University
  and Department
  o Promote collaboration with other Departments or Centres
  o Develop a culture of evaluation and benchmarking and striving for continuous improvement
  o Represent the interests and needs of the Department and University to the external community
  o Represent the interests and needs of the Department within the University through active
  engagement with the School Board, School, Senate and all its Committees
  o Create and maintain a visionary research strategy for the department; and an environment that
  encourages research, leading to strong active research habits and a culture of inquiry

• Department Governance
  o Establish and maintain suitable Departmental Organisational and Committee structures
  o Develop and maintain operational and academic planning functions of the Department
  including setting goals and targets
  o Implement quality assurance processes in general and particularly in relation to teaching,
  research and the supervision of students
  o Ensure optimal utilization of staff
  o Ensure that University policies are implemented within the Department
  o Communicate timeously information and decisions to and from various University
  committees and authorities
• Staff Guidance and Management for Performance
  o Foster the development of staff, including induction of new staff by ensuring that
  appropriate career development and guidance support are available for staff on probation
  within the department
  o Ensure that personnel issues in the Department are managed fairly and equitably, including
  but not limited to, recruitment and selection of staff, annual staff performance assessment
  and staff discipline and grievances
  o Establish mechanisms to ensure that health and safety policies are observed throughout
  the department, including activities (e.g. fieldwork) conducted outside University premises
  o Ensure that the Code of Ethics and Conduct of the University is adhered toBuilds an effective team of scholars through:
• o Planning and implementing a fair and reasonable dispensation regarding the workload of
• staff members in the department;
• o Planning and implementing a clear and reasonable career path for every staff member in
• the department, taking account of the strategic plans of the University, School and
• Department;
• o Appropriate mentoring interventions where and whenever it is needed;
• o Managing staff member’s performance including joint appointees in accordance with
• existing university policies and procedures;
• o Recruitment and selection of scholars in the case of vacancies and/or specific strategic
• needs, whenever strategic repositioning requires expansion of academic endeavors;
• o Creating and maintaining a scholarship-friendly environment in the department;
• o Planning and overseeing effective and relevant staff development
• Financial and Infrastructure Management
  o Take responsibility for financial management of the Department, including establishment of
  budgets and planning departmental infrastructure needs including relevant equipment and
  monitoring expenditure patterns against allocations/budget
  o Actively pursue opportunities to increase revenue for the department
  o Manage and maintain departmental space and infrastructure resources
  o Create conducive work environment including staff and student training
  o Ensure compliance with legislation and University policies and regulations
• Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture
• Carry out other functions as may be required by the Dean of School

Closing date: 20 March 2025
Applications from the employment agencies will not be considered.
Typed applications (quoting the reference number) which should contain comprehensive curriculum
vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and contact details of three referees, should be forwarded, for
the attention of Mr. AK Mothabela, by e-mail to hr.recruitment1@smu.ac.za
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents/information will
result in your application not being considered.
Telephonic enquiries regarding conditions of service: (012) 521-4433
The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action Employer.
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted
within 30 days of the closing date must consider their applications as unsuccessful.
The university reserves the right to make or not to make an appointment

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