Wits Vacancies 2025: Apply Now for Head of School – School of Human & Community Development, Associate Professor, Operations Manager, Emerging Clinician Scientist and Emerging Scientists, Clinical Scientist, Development Professional, Campaign Manager Job Openings
Wits has announced exciting job opportunities for 2025, with new advertisements published on www.wits.ac.za. As per the latest updates, there are X25 job vacancies available on the Wits Recruitment Portal. Candidates eager to work with Wits can explore the eligibility criteria and requirements for the positions they wish to apply for.
Wits Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria and Job Details
| Name of Post | Requirements | Last Date |
| Head of School – School of Human & Community Development |
a PhD, existing appointment at Associate Professor / full Professor level, evidence of good interpersonal and management skills, and a strong record of teaching and research in any discipline concerned with understanding and promoting individual and community development. She/he should | 31 January 2025 |
| Associate Professor.2.01 | A commitment to issues of difference, diversity and social justice
· A PhD in a relevant social science discipline |
31 January 2025 |
| Operations Manager (Ad.08) | A Masters degree (or higher) in any Science discipline (preferably Palaeoscience). • Or an MBA or qualifications in Project Management |
31 January 2025 |
| Emerging Clinician Scientist and Emerging Scientists | Applicants must hold a PhD or have a publication record which would be at the level of Medical Doctorate. For Clinician Scientists, a sub-specialty qualification will be preferable. | 27 January 2025 |
| Clinical Scientist – Research Professor | Applicants must hold a specialist degree in their relevant field of study. A sub-specialty qualification will be preferable. A PhD although not essential, will be given appropriate | 27 January 2025 |
| Development Professional – International Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser | Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent relevant qualifications • 5 years fundraising or related work experience (preferably in the university/donor environment) |
24 January 2025 |
| Campaign Manager (AD06) | • A relevant postgraduate qualification in relevant fields, such as fundraising, sales, promotions, business development and/or corporate communications • 3 – 5 Years of working experience at a middle manager level. |
24 January 2025 |
| Development Professional – Transformational Gift Fundraiser (AD06) | • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant qualifications, in fields such as philanthropy, corporate social investment, marketing, corporate communications and/or business development. | 24 January 2025 |
| Database and Research Officer | Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent relevant qualifications, in Information Systems / Information Technology / Computer Science • 2 Years of work related experience |
24 January 2025 |
| Senior Manager: Development and Fundraising (AD05) | A relevant postgraduate qualification in relevant fields, such as fundraising, sales, promotions, business development and/or corporate communications • 8 to 10 Years at a Middle Manager level and 3 years at a Senior Manager/Executive level. |
24 January 2025 |
| Academic Literacy Coordinator.3.05 (Ad.07) | A Master’s qualification in science education or education (where a focus on academic literacy at tertiary level would be preferable).
• Four years’ language, teaching and guidance experience. |
20 January 2025 |
| Multimedia Campaigns and Communications Officer |
A relevant post-matric qualification in multimedia and video production At least four years relevant work experience |
17 January 2025 |
| Heads of Nodes.2.02 | Be NITheCS Associates based at the respective Node (UCT, WITS, UKZN, NMU, NWU) where they are applying. Demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to represent NITheCS effectively within their institution and beyond. Have a strong understanding of multidisciplinary and multi-themed research. |
15 January 2025 |
| Business Development Manager (Commercialisation & Venture Support) | A relevant tertiary qualification (NQF 7 / University degree or higher) At least 5 years of experience in technology transfer, commercialisation or enterprise development with a demonstrable track record in at least three of the following: |
15 January 2025 |
| Research Professor | Academic credentials: A PhD in human genetics, genomics, biostatistics, genetic epidemiology, bioinformatics or related discipline, or an equivalent qualification. | 15 January 2025 |
| Lecturer X6 | A physiologist/ MBBCh / BCMP (Clinical Associate) / Nursing qualification
· Postgraduate Masters degree in Physiology |
11 January 2025 |
| Lecturer / Senior Lecturer | 5 years teaching experience in Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood learning contexts. • Competence in teaching in isiZulu and/or Sesotho would be an added advantage |
11 January 2025 |
| Academic Concessions and Therapy Co-ordinator (AD08) | Masters degree in Psychology, or related Graduate professional degree (NQF8/9)
· Minimum 4 years of work-related experience. |
03 January 2025 |
| Administrative Officer.4.05 | Bachelor’s degree, diploma or relevant qualification in office and project management; | 02 January 2025 |
| Senior Lecturer.2.01 | PhD At least two years postdoctoral experience and a good publication record in international and regional peer-reviewed journals An established independent research trajectory |
31 December 2024 |
Note: Click on the post name to view the full job description.
How to Apply for Wits Vacancies 2025
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official Wits recruitment portal at www.wits.ac.za.
- Check the post-wise eligibility and requirements provided in the table above.
- Click on the respective post hyperlink to read the complete University of the Witwatersrand job description.
- Scroll to the “How to Apply” section at the end of the job description.
- Follow the instructions and complete your Wits application process online/offline.
Contact Details for Wits Vacancies 2025
For inquiries related to the Wits application process 2025 or job details, reach out to the support team via:
- Email: info.ccdu@wits.ac.za
- Phone: 27 (0)11 717 9140 / 32
Start your journey with University of the Witwatersrand by applying for your dream job today!