Apply Now: Head of Department Role in Civil Engineering at MUT

Vacancy: Head of Department (P5) – Civil Engineering

Contract Type: Five-Year Fixed-Term Contract
Institution: Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
Location: Durban, South Africa
Closing Date: 08 August 2025
Application Link: www.mut.ac.za/vacancies

Mangosuthu University of Technology invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the position of Head of Department (P5) in the Civil Engineering department. This is a leadership opportunity for an academic professional with a solid background in both teaching and administration.

Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD or Doctoral degree in Civil Engineering.

• Experience as a Senior Lecturer at university level for a minimum of five (5) years.

• At least three (3) years of administrative experience at a departmental or similar level.

• A proven research track record, with a minimum of 5 accredited journal publications.

• Demonstrable community engagement, with a proven record of leading or participating in at least two (2) community projects.

• Active membership in relevant academic and professional associations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide academic and strategic leadership in the department.

• Oversee curriculum development and ensure academic excellence.

• Manage departmental administration, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Lead staff development, mentoring, and performance reviews.

• Foster partnerships with industry, government, and professional bodies.

• Advance the department’s research output and community engagement initiatives.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply via the official MUT website:
www.mut.ac.za/vacancies

Take the lead in shaping the future of engineering education at one of South Africa’s respected universities of technology.