Project Manager
North West University
Potchefstroom
31 January 2025

Project Manager (TBF0224) (Re-Advertisement)
Listing reference: nwu_003253
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 January 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT POSITION NUMBER: TBF0224 VACANCY: PROJECT MANAGER PEROMNES GRADE: P8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 2-YEAR TEMPORARY FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT WITHOUT BENEFITS NOTE: THOSE WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED NEED NOT RE-APPLY AS THE UNIVERSITY HAS YOUR APPLICATION.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

A dedicated project manager for this period will enhance efficiency, accountability, and performance tracking, ultimately supporting the Business Development department’s continued success and development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project planning and scheduling:

Defining project scope and objectives.
Developing detailed project plans, including timelines and milestones
Resource allocation and task assignment.

Budget Management:

Estimating costs and preparing budget.
Monitoring and controlling project expenditures.
Ensuring project is completed within the approved budget.

Stakeholder Management:

Identifying and engaging stakeholders.
Ensuring effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
Managing stakeholder expectations and feedback.

Risk Management:

Identifying potential risks and issues
Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
Monitoring and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Execution and Delivery

Managing project execution according to the plan.
Ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and final deliverables.
Coordinating activities and resolving issues that arise.

Communication Management:

Establishing effective communication channels.
Ensuring regular updates and reports are provided to stakeholders
Facilitating meetings and ensuring clear and concise information sharing.

Minimum requirements
A B.Eng (NQF level 8) in Mechanical Engineering.
A minimum of two (2) years at any level of project management.
A minimum of two (2) years of general engineering work.

ADDED ADVANTAGES

Registered with the South African Institution of Mechanical Engineering (SAIMechE)
A PhD Eng (NQF level 10) in Mechanical/Nuclear Engineering.
An M.Eng (NQF level 9) in Mechanical/Nuclear Engineering.

FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Must be proficient in the following:

Can work as an individual and in a group dynamic.
Can work under pressure.
Can do academic research: independent and in groups.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

The following behavioral competencies are required:

Sound Mind.
Sober habits.
Medically fit of mind and body.
Can formally socialize in business setting.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. Raj Sriram on 018 299 -1524

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs. Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993

CLOSING DATE: 31 January 2025

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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North West University
Project Manager
Potchefstroom
31 January 2025