Job Description

UP Professional and Support

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FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY MEDICINE
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
COMMUNITY ORIENTED PRIMARY CARE (COPC)
PROJECT MANAGER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 06 In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be expected to do the following:Developing project plans, timelines, and budget for the project; Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with public health best practices and harm reduction principles; Implementing quality control measures to maintain programme integrity; Assisting the faculty to engage cross-function departments in a manner that promotes shared governance, accountability and collaboration; Fostering equitable and mutually beneficial partnerships with community organisations; Navigating complex relationships between public health agencies, municipal authorities and other community groups to sustain programme viability; Managing funding streams (grants, donations, contracts) and ensure financial accountability; Reviewing financial reports for donors and stakeholders on programme outcomes and research funds; Managing contracts with suppliers and other vendors; Ensuring ethical data collection and compliance with research regulations; Ensuring that all project activities adhere to UP, CoT and project specific policies and procedures.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:MMed and FCFP in Family Medicine 2 years experience as a Project Manager


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):Large-scale project management in an academic environment; Systemic approaches to solving complex problems; Rigorous and agile multi-year planning strategies; Knowledge of harm reduction interventions, policies and practices; Project management skills; Strong leadership and team coordination; Risk management and effective risk mitigation strategies; Research capabilities; Must be able to work independently and in a team.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:Experience as a Project Manager HPCSA registration as a Specialist Driver's licence and own vehicle


The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za

In applying for this post, please attach:A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.


CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2025.

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Mr AT Malema, Tel: (012) 319 2140 or email atlegang.malema@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof N Mofolo, Tel: (012) 356 3297 or email Mofolo.n@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.