59 Bakery Technologist jobs in South Africa

Location

Maitland, Cape Town

Reporting to

Managing Director

Main Purpose of the Job

Is to lead the development and management of innovative raw materials by combining food science expertise with commercial strategy to meet market and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in product development within the food industry, preferably with focus on raw materials.
• Experience in a product management role with exposure to sales and marketing functions is advantageous.

Competencies

• Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Customer-focused mindset with a drive to meet market needs.
• Adaptability to changing market conditions and business priorities.
• Business acumen.
• Drivers licence and travel is required.

Key Responsibilities Product Development

• Lead the development and improvement of raw materials, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Marketing, to bring new products from concept to market.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to validate product performance.

Market Analysis & Strategy

• Analyses market trends and consumer preferences to identify opportunities for new product development.
• Develop and implement product strategies that align with company objectives and market demands.

Sales Support

• Provide technical support to the sales team, including product presentations and customer consultations.
• Assist in developing sales materials and training programs to enhance product knowledge within the sales force.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all products comply with local and international food safety regulations and standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation for product specifications and regulatory submissions.

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Technical Application Specialist

Location: Free State

Experience: 0–2 years | Graduate Opportunity

R20K basic + Car Allowance + Company Benefits

Are you a recent graduate in Food Science or Food Technology with a passion for innovation and hands-on technical support?

Join our client,, a leader in the food processing industry, and bring your knowledge to life in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.



About the Role

As a Technical Application Specialist, you’ll deliver technical support across Co-Ex, Equipment, and Ingredients product portfolios. You'll collaborate with Sales Managers and customers, run product trials, drive innovation, and support new product launches.



What You’ll Need

• Technical Application Specialist, Food Technology, or Food Engineering (graduates welcome!)

• Willingness to travel nationally

• Valid driver’s licence

• Exposure to food product development, processing, or application work

• Afrikaans proficiency is a bonus



Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical product trials, demos & applications

• Troubleshoot and support customers on-site

• Train Area Sales Managers and support commercial success

• Run technical projects and contribute to R&D & innovation

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO and food safety standards



Why Join our client?

• Entrepreneurial, high-performance culture

• Family-run business with long-term career growth

• Work with industry-leading products & technology

• Be part of a team that values curiosity, results, and adaptability

Technical Application Specialist

Location: Polokwane

Experience: 0–2 years | Graduate Opportunity

R20K basic + Car Allowance + Company Benefits

Are you a recent graduate in Food Science or Food Technology with a passion for innovation and hands-on technical support?

Join our client,, a leader in the food processing industry, and bring your knowledge to life in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.



About the Role

As a Technical Application Specialist, you’ll deliver technical support across Co-Ex, Equipment, and Ingredients product portfolios. You'll collaborate with Sales Managers and customers, run product trials, drive innovation, and support new product launches.



What You’ll Need

• Technical Application Specialist, Food Technology, or Food Engineering (graduates welcome!)

• Willingness to travel nationally

• Valid driver’s licence

• Exposure to food product development, processing, or application work

• Afrikaans proficiency is a bonus



Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical product trials, demos & applications

• Troubleshoot and support customers on-site

• Train Area Sales Managers and support commercial success

• Run technical projects and contribute to R&D & innovation

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO and food safety standards



Why Join our client?

• Entrepreneurial, high-performance culture

• Family-run business with long-term career growth

• Work with industry-leading products & technology

• Be part of a team that values curiosity, results, and adaptability

Technical Application Specialist

Location: Nelspruit

Experience: 0–2 years | Graduate Opportunity

R20K basic + Car Allowance + Company Benefits

Are you a recent graduate in Food Science or Food Technology with a passion for innovation and hands-on technical support?

Join our client,, a leader in the food processing industry, and bring your knowledge to life in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.



About the Role

As a Technical Application Specialist, you’ll deliver technical support across Co-Ex, Equipment, and Ingredients product portfolios. You'll collaborate with Sales Managers and customers, run product trials, drive innovation, and support new product launches.



What You’ll Need

• BSc/BTech in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering (graduates welcome!)

• Willingness to travel nationally

• Valid driver’s licence

• Exposure to food product development, processing, or application work

• Afrikaans proficiency is a bonus



Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical product trials, demos & applications

• Troubleshoot and support customers on-site

• Train Area Sales Managers and support commercial success

• Run technical projects and contribute to R&D & innovation

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO and food safety standards



Why Join our client?

• Entrepreneurial, high-performance culture

• Family-run business with long-term career growth

• Work with industry-leading products & technology

• Be part of a team that values curiosity, results, and adaptability

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Product Applications Specialist – Zambia

Are you passionate about innovation in the meat and dairy industries? Looking to take your skills to an exciting and dynamic new market?

Our client is looking to recruit a to join their team in Zambia, where you’ll drive product development, technical support, and customer success across Zambia and neighbouring African countries.



Location: Zambia (Relocation Required)

Contract: 3-year renewable (subject to work permit approval)

Reporting To: General Manager or Managing Director – Zambia



Role Overview

In this hands-on role, you’ll take the lead in New Product Development (NPD) and provide technical expertise to customers in the meat and dairy sectors. You'll play a key role in driving innovation, supporting growth, and building long-lasting client relationships in the region.



Key Responsibilities

• Lead product development and technical support for meat and dairy applications

• Conduct on-site trials and provide customer implementation support

• Ensure full HACCP and food safety compliance

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers

• Identify new ingredient applications to support innovation

• Support export growth across Zambia and neighbouring countries



Requirements

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or Biological Sciences

• 3–5 years’ experience in meat and/or dairy processing

• Strong NPD experience: recipe development, sensory evaluation, product matching

• Sound HACCP knowledge with practical application

• Experience in technical, customer-facing roles

• Exposure to African markets is an advantage

• Valid driver’s license and passport (min. 4 years validity)

• Willing to relocate to Zambia immediately and travel regionally



Core Competencies

• Hands-on, practical approach with initiative

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Customer-focused and results-driven

• Adaptable to diverse working and cultural environments



Package & Benefits

• Salary: USD 3,000/month (paid in Zambian Kwacha, subject to local taxes)

• Housing Allowance: USD 1,000/month

• Vehicle: Company car (business use) + full running costs

• Medical: Full medical aid cover (Platinum Plus Plan)

• Leave: 24 working days per year

• Travel:

o Business travel fully covered (flights + accommodation)

o 2 return economy flights/year between Lusaka & Cape Town

• Other Benefits: Laptop, cellphone/data allowance, home internet contribution

• Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus based on company performance

• Note: No gratuity/severance at end of contract

Overview

Title of Position: Research Chair: Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science

Post Number: 8653

Faculty/Department: University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> Natural Sciences Faculty Administration

Type of Position: Fixed Term Contract

Length of Contract Period: N/A

Location: Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date: 15/10/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

In the framework of a DAAD-funded project focused on Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science, the University of the Western Cape (Cape Town, South Africa) is seeking to appoint a Research Chair at the level of Associate Professor/Professor, starting from 1 March 2026. The Chair is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).

A key component of this project is the establishment of a Centre of Excellence at the University of the Western Cape, dedicated to sustainable and resilient agri-food systems, as well as applied agricultural and food and nutritional data science. The centre’s primary objective is to further develop the expertise of doctoral students, early-career researchers, and university lecturers through application-oriented and transdisciplinary research in agri-food systems and applied data science. It also aims to enhance teaching methodologies and mentorship programmes within these interdisciplinary fields.

The Centre is established within a German-African university consortium, co-led by the University of Hohenheim and the University of the Western Cape, with the University of Pretoria and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources as core partners and the University of Mpumalanga as associate partner.

Within the Centre, a Research Chair is created to advance the linkage between agri-food systems research and data science. The Research Chair will, together with the management team, lead and coordinate the activities of the Centre, and serve as a liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions (including the NRF-funded Research Chair on farming systems at the University of Mpumalanga). The duration of the contract position is tied to the project’s duration which ends December 2029. The position is financed by the DAAD with funds from the BMFTR, reporting directly to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Research and Innovation at the University of the Western Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Establish and advance an independent research agenda aligned with the Centre’s research themes;
• Strengthen the research profile of the Centre via active participation, postdoctoral and PhD supervision, publications, and innovative contributions;
• Facilitate learning events affiliated to resilient food systems and agri-food data sciences;
• Spearhead the liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions in the consortium with the aim of deepening the synergistic relationships and creating possibilities for creating new opportunities and channels of funding;
• Work with the eResearch Office, the Information and Communication Services (ICS) on Research Data Management (RDM) and High Performance Computing issues related to agri-food systems;
• Facilitate research grants and learning and/or teaching stays for German doctoral students, university lecturers and (young) researchers in South Africa;
• Facilitate regular webinars and seminars on Resilient Food Systems and Agri-Food Data Science;
• Develop mechanisms for long term sustainability of the Centre of Excellence;
• Work with relevant departments on the establishment of agri-food data science short courses for the industry.

Minimum Requirements

• You must be a citizen of an EU member state.
• Applicants (m/f/d) should generally have lived in the Federal Republic of Germany for the last two years before applying. Close contact with a German university is also essential during the period abroad.
• Possession of a Ph.D. in one of the following fields: Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Food Systems/Agriculture with a demonstrated expertise in Data Science applications.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate data science courses at a German University.
• A track record of quality peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals and conferences, and research in data science, preferably in the context of Agri-food Systems.
• A track record of successful postgraduate supervision of both Masters and PhD students in Data Science and/or Agri-food Systems.
• Evidence of international presence in data science related research fields.
• Evidence of leadership experience and ability to work in multinational and multicultural research environments.

The Following Documents Must Be Submitted With The Application

• a cover letter outlining your interest.
• a separate description of your research vision for the Centre of Excellence.
• a curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• contact information for three referees.
• a brief teaching dossier, preferably on data science and food systems related modules including teaching evaluations.

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 For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at /9763/9708/3551/3756 or email:

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.

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Research Chair: Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science - (2034)

Research Chair: Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science

Post Number

8653

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> Natural Sciences Faculty Administration

Type of Position

Fixed Term Contract

Length of Contract Period

N/A

Location

Closing Date

15/10/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

In the framework of a DAAD-funded project focused on Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science, the University of the Western Cape (Cape Town, South Africa) is seeking to appoint a Research Chair at the level of Associate Professor/Professor, starting from 1 March 2026.The Chair is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).

A key component of this project is the establishment of a Centre of Excellence at the University of the Western Cape, dedicated to sustainable and resilient agri-food systems, as well as applied agricultural and food and nutritional data science. The centre’s primary objective is to further develop the expertise of doctoral students, early-career researchers, and university lecturers through application-oriented and transdisciplinary research in agri-food systems and applied data science. It also aims to enhance teaching methodologies and mentorship programmes within these interdisciplinary fields.

The Centre is established within a German-African university consortium, co-led by the University of Hohenheim and the University of the Western Cape, with the University of Pretoria and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources as core partners and the University of Mpumalanga as associate partner.

Within the Centre, a Research Chair is created to advance the linkage between agri-food systems research and data science. The Research Chair will, together with the management team, lead and coordinate the activities of the Centre, and serve as a liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions (including the NRF-funded Research Chair on farming systems at the University of Mpumalanga). The duration of the contract position is tied to the project’s duration which ends December 2029.The position is financed by the DAAD with funds from the BMFTR, reporting directly to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Research and Innovation at the University of the Western Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Establish and advance an independent research agenda aligned with the Centre’s research themes;
• Strengthen the research profile of the Centre via active participation, postdoctoral and PhD supervision, publications, and innovative contributions;
• Facilitate learning events affiliated to resilient food systems and agri-food data sciences;
• Spearhead the liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions in the consortium with the aim of deepening the synergistic relationships and creating possibilities for creating new opportunities and channels of funding;
• Work with the eResearch Office, the Information and Communication Services (ICS) on Research Data Management (RDM) and High Performance Computing issues related to agri-food systems;
• Facilitate research grants and learning and/or teaching stays for German doctoral students, university lecturers and (young) researchers in South Africa;
• Facilitate regular webinars and seminars on Resilient Food Systems and Agri-Food Data Science;
• Develop mechanisms for long term sustainability of the Centre of Excellence;
• Work with relevant departments on the establishment of agri-food data science short courses for the industry.
• You must be a citizen of an EU member state.
• Applicants (m/f/d) should generally have lived in the Federal Republic of Germany for the last two years before applying. Close contact with a German university is also essential during the period abroad.
• Possession of a Ph.D. in one of the following fields: Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Food Systems/Agriculture with a demonstrated expertise in Data Science applications.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate data science courses at a German University.
• A track record of quality peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals and conferences, and research in data science, preferably in the context of Agri-food Systems.
• A track record of successful postgraduate supervision of both Masters and PhD students in Data Science and/or Agri-food Systems.
• Evidence of international presence in data science related research fields.
• Evidence of leadership experience and ability to work in multinational and multicultural research environments.

The following documents must be submitted with the application:

• a separate description of your research vision for the Centre of Excellence.
• a curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• contact information for three referees.
• a brief teaching dossier, preferably on data science and food systems related modules including teaching evaluations.

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.

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.

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In the framework of a DAAD-funded project focused on Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science, the University of the Western Cape (Cape Town, South Africa) is seeking to appoint a Research Chair at the level of Associate Professor/Professor, starting from 1 March 2026.The Chair is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).

A key component of this project is the establishment of a Centre of Excellence at the University of the Western Cape, dedicated to sustainable and resilient agri-food systems, as well as applied agricultural and food and nutritional data science. The centre’s primary objective is to further develop the expertise of doctoral students, early-career researchers, and university lecturers through application-oriented and transdisciplinary research in agri-food systems and applied data science. It also aims to enhance teaching methodologies and mentorship programmes within these interdisciplinary fields.

The Centre is established within a German-African university consortium, co-led by the University of Hohenheim and the University of the Western Cape, with the University of Pretoria and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources as core partners and the University of Mpumalanga as associate partner.

Within the Centre, a Research Chair is created to advance the linkage between agri-food systems research and data science. The Research Chair will, together with the management team, lead and coordinate the activities of the Centre, and serve as a liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions (including the NRF-funded Research Chair on farming systems at the University of Mpumalanga). The duration of the contract position is tied to the project’s duration which ends December 2029.The position is financed by the DAAD with funds from the BMFTR, reporting directly to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Research and Innovation at the University of the Western Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Establish and advance an independent research agenda aligned with the Centre’s research themes;
• Strengthen the research profile of the Centre via active participation, postdoctoral and PhD supervision, publications, and innovative contributions;
• Facilitate learning events affiliated to resilient food systems and agri-food data sciences;
• Spearhead the liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions in the consortium with the aim of deepening the synergistic relationships and creating possibilities for creating new opportunities and channels of funding;
• Work with the eResearch Office, the Information and Communication Services (ICS) on Research Data Management (RDM) and High Performance Computing issues related to agri-food systems;
• Facilitate research grants and learning and/or teaching stays for German doctoral students, university lecturers and (young) researchers in South Africa;
• Facilitate regular webinars and seminars on Resilient Food Systems and Agri-Food Data Science;
• Develop mechanisms for long term sustainability of the Centre of Excellence;
• Work with relevant departments on the establishment of agri-food data science short courses for the industry.

• You must be a citizen of an EU member state.
• Applicants (m/f/d) should generally have lived in the Federal Republic of Germany for the last two years before applying. Close contact with a German university is also essential during the period abroad.
• Possession of a Ph.D. in one of the following fields: Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Food Systems/Agriculture with a demonstrated expertise in Data Science applications.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate data science courses at a German University.
• A track record of quality peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals and conferences, and research in data science, preferably in the context of Agri-food Systems.
• A track record of successful postgraduate supervision of both Masters and PhD students in Data Science and/or Agri-food Systems.
• Evidence of international presence in data science related research fields.
• Evidence of leadership experience and ability to work in multinational and multicultural research environments.

The following documents must be submitted with the application:

• a cover letter outlining your interest.
• a separate description of your research vision for the Centre of Excellence.
• a curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• contact information for three referees.
• a brief teaching dossier, preferably on data science and food systems related modules including teaching evaluations.

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Research Chair: Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science - (2034) Research Chair: Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science Post Number 8653 Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape - Natural Sciences - Natural Sciences Faculty Administration Type of Position Fixed Term Contract Length of Contract Period N/A Location Closing Date 15/10/2025 Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas In the framework of a DAAD-funded project focused on Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science, the University of the Western Cape (Cape Town, South Africa) is seeking to appoint a Research Chair at the level of Associate Professor/Professor, starting from 1 March 2026. The Chair is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR). A key component of this project is the establishment of a Centre of Excellence at the University of the Western Cape, dedicated to sustainable and resilient agri-food systems, as well as applied agricultural and food and nutritional data science. The centre’s primary objective is to further develop the expertise of doctoral students, early-career researchers, and university lecturers through application-oriented and transdisciplinary research in agri-food systems and applied data science. It also aims to enhance teaching methodologies and mentorship programmes within these interdisciplinary fields. The Centre is established within a German-African university consortium, co-led by the University of Hohenheim and the University of the Western Cape, with the University of Pretoria and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources as core partners and the University of Mpumalanga as associate partner. Within the Centre, a Research Chair is created to advance the linkage between agri-food systems research and data science. The Research Chair will, together with the management team, lead and coordinate the activities of the Centre, and serve as a liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions (including the NRF-funded Research Chair on farming systems at the University of Mpumalanga). The duration of the contract position is tied to the project’s duration which ends December 2029. The position is financed by the DAAD with funds from the BMFTR, reporting directly to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Research and Innovation at the University of the Western Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas: Establish and advance an independent research agenda aligned with the Centre’s research themes; Strengthen the research profile of the Centre via active participation, postdoctoral and Ph D supervision, publications, and innovative contributions; Facilitate learning events affiliated to resilient food systems and agri-food data sciences; Spearhead the liaison between the Centre and the research groups at the partnering institutions in the consortium with the aim of deepening the synergistic relationships and creating possibilities for creating new opportunities and channels of funding; Work with the e Research Office, the Information and Communication Services (ICS) on Research Data Management (RDM) and High Performance Computing issues related to agri-food systems; Facilitate research grants and learning and/or teaching stays for German doctoral students, university lecturers and (young) researchers in South Africa; Facilitate regular webinars and seminars on Resilient Food Systems and Agri-Food Data Science; Develop mechanisms for long term sustainability of the Centre of Excellence; Work with relevant departments on the establishment of agri-food data science short courses for the industry. You must be a citizen of an EU member state. Applicants (m/f/d) should generally have lived in the Federal Republic of Germany for the last two years before applying. Close contact with a German university is also essential during the period abroad. Possession of a Ph. D. in one of the following fields: Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Food Systems/Agriculture with a demonstrated expertise in Data Science applications. Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate data science courses at a German University. A track record of quality peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals and conferences, and research in data science, preferably in the context of Agri-food Systems. A track record of successful postgraduate supervision of both Masters and Ph D students in Data Science and/or Agri-food Systems. Evidence of international presence in data science related research fields. Evidence of leadership experience and ability to work in multinational and multicultural research environments. The following documents must be submitted with the application: a separate description of your research vision for the Centre of Excellence. a curriculum vitae including a list of publications. contact information for three referees. a brief teaching dossier, preferably on data science and food systems related modules including teaching evaluations. 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.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr