Manager: GBV Prevention, Response

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare's spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years — the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.

Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa's most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province's natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.

Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?

Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University's ongoing renewal.

DEPARTMENT

GBV Prevention and Gender Diversity

POSITION:

Manager: GBV Prevention, Response & Support (P6)

Permanent

UFH Advert Reference No.: GB03

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Honours degree in Gender Studies, Community Development,Population Studies, Social Science, Social Work, International Human Rights, Law and/or other related fields of study
• 6 years experience in the gender and development sector
• Minimum of 3 years of field-based GBV and/or gender diversity and inclusion programming
• Experience in design, development, implementation, assessment, monitoring of programmes
• Experience in supervising GBV case management workload
• 3 years management experience required within a humanitarian / conflict-affected development setting
• Experience & strong focus on gender mainstreaming and/or GBV research
• Experience in GBV policy development, implementation and review

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Knowledge in national frameworks on GBV in the higher education sector and workplaces
• Understanding of national and international frameworks on gender diversity

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manages own area of responsibility by setting goals, objectives and priorities aligned with strategy for portfolio
• Manages financial planning, budget implementation and monitors budget expenditure within the area of responsibility
• Manages Unit Staff through Performance Management System
• Manages the implementation of GBV interventions that respond effectively to historic and collective trauma, ensuring that support systems are in place to address the needs of affected individuals and promote healing within the campus environment.

COMPETENCIES:

• Change Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Stakeholder engagement
• Accountability
• Inclusiveness
• Service culture
• Social Justice
• Student Centeredness

REMUNERATION

A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.

ENQUIRIES:

Queries can be directed to Ms. Andisiwe Sonjica on and

The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website a more comprehensive advert.

Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached:

• A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form,

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae,

• A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position,

• Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees,

• Copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies,

• If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.

• Incomplete or applications received after the closing date will not be considered

CLOSING DATE: 12 December 2025

University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.