Job Description

Faculty
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Tech Transfer&Industry Linkage -> Technology Transfer Admin
Campus/ Location
Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type
Contract
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
7/9/2025
Job Purpose
The Senior Officer: Economic Activation's role is to co-ordinate integrated efforts, structures, and entrepreneurship resources within the University. The individual will implement and develop the university's economic activation vision and strategy with a view to expand and deepen the entrepreneurship development response. The role is directed at building a resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusivity, and fostering innovation through entrepreneurship development.


Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Degree in Marketing, Communication, Economic Development, or Entrepreneurship (NQF 8) 3-5 years working experience, with at least 3 years relevant experience on entrepreneurship or related field. Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Strategic Alignment Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Integration Programme Development and Inclusion Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Operational and Strategic Support Competencies
Financial tracking and record-keeping Budget planning and cost analysis Strategic financial thinking Familiarity with R&D finance and IP lifecycle Licensing and contract knowledge Negotiation and influencing skills Legal awareness Attention to detail and follow-through Relationship and stakeholder management Written and verbal communication Professionalism and diplomacy Cross-functional collaboration Record management and confidentiality Policy and regulatory literacy Data accuracy and attention to detail Risk awareness and internal control adherence Financial modelling and strategic analysis Reporting and presentation skills Insight generation and forecasting Initiative and adaptability Reliability and task ownership Leadership readiness and initiative Flexibility and responsiveness Service orientation and accountability General Information

Closing date

: 07 September 2025

For enquiries and assistance with your on-line application, please contact Ms Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department on

lalelav@cput.ac.za or 021 460 3351

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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.