Job Description

Post Number
1131
Faculty/Department
University of the Western Cape -> Rectorate -> International Relations
Type of Position
Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location
Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
25/1/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape is a research-intensive, learning and teaching African university with a legacy of social justice, community engagement and knowledge production for the greater global good. UWC enjoys an excellent international reputation with a number of its UWC programmes commanding worldwide recognition. It has achieved this by fostering strategic international partnerships with universities that share its values of equity, excellence and mutual respect, and by encouraging academics and students to participate in joint research, collaborative teaching and exchange programmes. Students and visiting international academics gain a vital educational experience in an institution aware of its mandate of producing scholarly excellence with a social justice orientation in service of humanity.


The UWC International Relations office is responsible for promoting and supporting the establishment of scholarly international relations for the university. IRO provides a liaison and facilitation service for advancing strategic partnerships for the university. Part of the UWC International Relations office's focus is on promoting capacity-building opportunities through international mobility for staff and students. The IRO can be consulted on establishing international partnerships and connecting with networks and mobility opportunities for staff and students.


The IRO has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual who will be reporting to the Director: International Relations. The Coordinator: International Relations supports the efforts of UWC's Internationalisation Project by providing integrated coordination and administration related to the Internationalisation Project.

The key performance areas of the incumbent include the following:

External/internal liaison in line with providing an excellent client service. Work with the Director to develop a comprehensive portfolio of international capacity development programmes and Work packages in line with UWC's strategic direction and needs. Coordinate and facilitate student exchange and study abroad programmes. Coordinate Internationalisation at Home and Internationalisation of the Curriculum activities. Liaison of the partnerships across networks. Support the Directorate, in taking responsibility for the coordination of international projects and staff and student exchange Coordination of International Relation's office administration inclusive of Project Administration. Arrange activities in support of the programme & project objectives. Ensure that financial obligations are adhered to for project and exchange student coordination. Report generation. Collating information and providing feedback as required.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements

(Qualification and Experience)


A relevant Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification at an NQF Level 7 5 years' relevant experience working within the Higher Education sector 3 years of the 5 years should be of the International and African Higher Education sector

Added advantage:

Demonstrated ability to communicate in a sub Saharan African language in addition to the South African languages.

Required competencies

(skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes):


Ability to work independently and ability to use his/her own initiative to resolve problems and to be pro-active to get things done. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team and work under pressure. Excellent attention to detail and deadlines. Understanding of protocols when dealing with high-level international guests. Financial coordination and project management skills. Ability to deal with conflict. Working knowledge of MS WORD, MS EXCEL and MS PowerPoint. In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/3642/9362/9708/3160/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za.
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.