Faculty Student Engagement Coordinator; Re-advertisement

Department:
Cape Peninsula University of Technology ->
Engineering and the Built Environment ->
Engineering:
Admin

Job Type: Permanent

Occupational Function:
Support / Admin

Number of Positions: 1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only):
To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date: 19/10/2026

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.

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

• 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.
• 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 independent
• Strong learner focus.

Closing Date: 19 October 2026

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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