Faculty Student Engagement Coordinator

Bellville, Cape Town
Permanent
Full-time

4 hours ago

To support the holistic development of all students in the faculty by ensuring effective recruitment and offering
academic, psychological, social, and financial assistance for the timely completion of qualifications. Additionally,
provide career-building opportunities through competitions, internships, and entrepreneurship initiatives.Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Master's degree in Engineering or relevant Master's degree in STEM education.
At least 3 years lecturing experience in Engineering or related field in Higher Education.
Evidence of working with disadvantaged students.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Management, Coordination and facilitation of faculty student development and experience.
Management, Coordination and facilitation of faculty tutor training programme.
Management, Coordination and facilitation of step-up workshops and training.
First year orientation across the faculty.
Identification and planning of activities to improve student development and the student experience that is aligned to
the faculty strategic plan.
Initiate projects related to student development and the student experience.
Involvement in faculty and CPUT projects related to student development.
Attending relevant meetings within the faculty and institution and feeding back to relevant stakeholders.
Administration and records keeping of task relevant to the portfolio.

Competencies

Language proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Good communication, report writing skills and presenting skills.
Organizing and planning skills.
Coaching and mentoring skills.
Interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Strong learner focus.
Adaptability.

General InformationClosing Date: 17 September 2025Enquiries: Ms Yandiswa Vuwani @vuwaniy@cput.ac.za - Human Capital DepartmentNB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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