Laboratory Manager Vanderbijlpark

Laboratory Manager Vanderbijlpark

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS) FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS POSITION NUMBER: V002747 VACANCY: LABORATORY MANAGER PEROMNES GRADE: P9 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Management of IT-related and administrative issues within the School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Support

- Ensuring the availability of hardware & software, as well as managing the replacement and maintenance of computers in SCSIS laboratorial, in line with campus policy & adherence to the conditions set out in the curriculum.

Staff Support







- Managing replacement & maintenance of staff computers in line with campus policy & for specialized needs, as well as managing the support for hardware & software issues and computer & audio-visual support, collaborating with campus services.

Line manager for the IT Technologist

- Managing and supporting the IT Technician to ensure smooth operating of computer support.

Financial support

- Acquire new computers, software, printers & computer related equipment as needed within budget computer & audio-visual support collaborating with campus services, advise staff & supply computer related equipment timely & within budget.

- A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Information Systems or relevant (NQF Level 7).
- A minimum of three (3) year administration experience in a university environment.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

- A Bachelor of Science honors degree in Computer Science and Information Systems or relevant (NQF Level 8).

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:







- Good communication and liaison with regard to internal and external enquiries.
- Functioning in a team environment.
- Office management and time management.
- Must be able to compile relevant documentation for audit purposes.
- Work under pressure and reach deadlines.
- Need administrative skills.
- Problem solving.

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 JJ Greeff on 016 910 3286

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Vuyi Ramavhulela on 018 299 4904

CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2024

PLANNED 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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