University of KwaZulu Natal Vacancies

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LECTURER: NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS (nGAP)

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment
Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from
the designated groups in accordance with Employment Equity.

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
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LECTURER: NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS (nGAP)
DISCIPLINE OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
REFERENCE NUMBER: UKZN_000529

Are you interested in becoming a researcher that contributes to the cutting edge of knowledge in
the field of Pharmacy, pharmaceutics and laboratory-based research in Drug-Delivery Systems
(DDS)? Are you inspired by facilitating the learning of others so that they can apply their knowledge
back into the field of Pharmacy? Are you excited by being able to contribute to developing
communities in the field of Pharmacy? If your answer is yes then we would like to offer you an
exciting opportunity, in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education’s New General
Academic Programme, to join the University of KwaZulu – Natal and become part of our journey
to becoming the premier University of African Scholarship. Successful candidates will be employed
on by the University while they complete their post-graduate studies (PhD).

The incumbent will report to the Dean and Head of School of Health Sciences.

Minimum Requirement:
 An undergraduate degree in Pharmacy;
 A relevant Master’s degree with a pass mark of 70% or above;
 Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council;
 Computer Literacy and
 South African citizen.

The successful candidate will be expected to complete a PhD within 5 years of date of assumption
of duty.
A brief statement of motivation regarding the applicant’s aspiration to become an academic and
a researcher must accompany the application.

The above post will report to the Head of Pharmacy and Academic Leader of the Discipline.
Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Rev. Dr. Lehlohonolo Mathibe – email:
mathibel@ukzn.ac.za

Enquiries and details regarding this post, as well as a request for a job profile may be directed to
Mr NB Ngubo, 031 260 7205 or email: ngubon1@ukzn.ac.za.
The closing date of receipt of applications is 20 March 2025. The University, however, reserves the
right to accept late applications or to extend the above date in order to facilitate further searches.
To apply for this post, please click on the following link: https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php OR
copy this link to Microsoft Edge website and search for the reference number indicated above.

It is compulsory for all applicants to complete and to submit the academic application form which
is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within 30 days
of the application closing date please accept that your application was not successful.
Candidates who recently applied for this position, need not reapply. Their applications will be
considered together with new applications received for this post.

Assistant Data Manager and Fieldwork Supervisor

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to
improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from
designated groups in accordance with our Equity Plan.
College of Health Sciences
Assistant Data Manager and Fieldwork Supervisor (1 post)
6-month contract
Centre for Research in Health systems (CRH)
uMgungundlovu District
Reference MHP3/ADM 2025

Preamble: The ambit of the CRH includes research and programmes in Health Systems
Strengthening focusing on innovation and service delivery improvement within resource
constrained settings and extending to improving governance, participation and universal health
coverage

Project description: The CRH is seeking a dynamic experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant
Data Manager and Fieldwork Supervisor for a project in uMgungundlovu at the CRH offices in
Durban . The successful incumbent will be responsible for data management tasks using REDCap
as a data management tool, including verifying and resolving queries with the relevant field staff
members, quality-checking interview data on REDCap, additional dating checking as required,
manual and electronic filing of study documents, research related work including transcription
and translation of isiZulu and English documents, and fieldwork supervision, administrative work as
directed by the Project Manager or Data Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Informatics or Information Systems
• Computer Literacy
• Minimum of one-year experience as data capturer
• Minimum 6 months experience in field work supervision in health -related research
• Valid South African Driver’s license
• Minimum one year driving experience

Essential requirements:

• Willing to travel to rural and urban primary health care facilities for supervision of
  fieldworkers
• Fluency in isiZulu and English
• Attention to detail with strong analytical ability
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Quality orientation
• Ability to work independently and fit in well in a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in transcription and translation of research related documents

Additional information:
The remuneration package offered will be in line with university salary scales and dependent on the
qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. The contract period is 6 months with the
possibility of extension depending on availability of external funding. Please note this post requires
the incumbent to be based at the CRH office in Durban and to travel to uMgungundlovu District
as required. The project does not cover any relocation or associated costs if applicable, for the
successful candidate who does not reside in the area.

This post reports to the Project Coordinator. The job profile is available from Dr Tasneem Kathree, Tel
Number: 031 260 1569 or e-mail: crh@ukzn.ac.za.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 24 March 2025

Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form, which is available on the
Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms must be accompanied by a curriculum
vitae formatted to include each minimum requirement as stated in the advertisement, together
with supporting documents where applicable, and a covering letter and must be sent to E-mail
address crh@ukzn.ac.za. Please quote “Assistant Data Manager and Fieldwork Supervisor” as a
reference in your subject line. Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be
considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
(ONE YEAR FIXED-TERM)
DISCIPLINE OF PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(AFRICAN PAEDIATRIC FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME)
MEDICAL SCHOOL
REFERENCE NUMBER: CRH APFP 01 (2025) Re-advertisement

The African Paediatric Fellowship Program-University of KwaZulu-Natal (APFP-UKZN) is a
fellowship program under the auspices of the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health at
the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The aim of the APFP-UKZN is to create a network of skilled African
healthcare professionals who can develop capacity in child health through clinical service
provision, training, and research in sub-Saharan Africa, to build capacity in Africa to improve
child health, to empower skilled healthcare professionals to use their knowledge gained to lobby
for improving child health in their home countries and, to support sub-specialist capacity
building in South Africa and the African continent

APFP-UKZN wishes to appoint a Programme Administrator to provide administrative support to the
Programme Coordinator and Programme Director.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/Senior Certificate/Matriculation or equivalent
• Three-year relevant diploma or degree qualification
• Two years of working experience in an administrator role with relevant experience in
  monitoring and evaluation
• Proficiency in Microsoft package and virtual platforms
• Driver’s licence (Code 08)

Essential Requirements:

• Experience with website content loading
• Communication skills in English and sound report writing skills
• Ability to work independently.
• Evidence of being a team player, working with the team to deliver the project on time.
• Experience in planning and coordinating meetings.

This post reports to Professor R Masekela. Enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Ms
Lungelo Khanyile 031-260 4811. The job profile is available from APFPadmin@ukzn.ac.za prefer
email communication.

You are invited to visit the College website at http://chs.ukzn.ac.za/Homepage.aspx
The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 March 2025. The University reserves the right not
to make any appointment.
Applicants are required to complete the Application form – Support, which is available on the
Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za.
Completed forms and CVs may be by email to APFPadmin@ukzn.ac.za . Shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to and required to undergo a skills test.
The advert Reference Number MUST be clearly stated in the subject line.
Candidates who recently applied for this position, need not reapply. Their applications will
be considered together with new applications received for this post.

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