Manager: Technology Station: Clothing and Textiles

Job Purpose Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) invites applications for the position of Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Technology Station: Clothing and Textiles (TSCT). The position is located within the Department of Clothing and Textile Technology in the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE). The Manager will be working in collaboration with the academic department, management committee and advisory board. The incumbent will be responsible for:
• Aligning the TSCT’s business operations and strategic priorities with the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Project Management Unit and CPUT’s strategic objectives, including Vision 2030.
• Ensuring full compliance with the TIA grant agreement, CPUT policies and procedures, and the requirements of other funding agencies.
• Developing and implementing strategies to maximise the effectiveness, sustainability, and impact of the TSCT in fulfilling its mandate.
• Providing strategic oversight to ensure that the TSCT achieves its operational, innovation, industry-support, and institutional objectives.
• Strengthening partnerships and stakeholder engagement to enhance the TSCT’s contribution to technology development, innovation, and industry advancement. The Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for the day-to-day management of the TSCT, ensuring the effective implementation of its business and operational plans and achievement of performance objectives. The role will include promoting and positioning the TSCT to industry, Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs), postgraduate students, and other key stakeholders, while strengthening partnerships and opportunities that enhance the Station’s impact and sustainability. The incumbent will provide technical leadership and guidance in the fields of textiles, clothing, and related industries, while overseeing the planning and execution of projects that support SMMEs, industry partners, and postgraduate students. The Manager will also be responsible for sound financial management, including monitoring income and expenditure and liaising with relevant CPUT financial departments and auditors to ensure effective financial governance and accountability. Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Masters in Clothing Management, Textile Science, Design or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years’ working experience in industry or academia.
• Appropriate knowledge of all aspects of the clothing or textiles value chain.
• Experience in engaging with stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem, viz. SMMEs and industry, government institutions/agencies, science councils and education institutions.
• Engage with multiple funders from proposal development/ business plans, governance, monitoring and evaluation, and performance reporting.
• Support university research and innovation through infrastructure provision as well as postgraduate and academic support.
• Manage and co-ordinate teams to deliver client projects and services.
• Develop sustainable strategies for financial sustainability of the TSCT.
• Appropriate knowledge of the key performance indicators of a TIA funded Technology Station. Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Manage day to day operations of TSCT
• Securing funding or co
- funding from external sources
• Promotion of community participation, linkages, outreach and industry liaison
• Delivery on client projects, including project reporting and financial reporting
• Mentoring staff and supervise undergraduate, honours and post graduate students
• Contribute to research outputs through participation in research activities and lecturing activities
• Any other duties assigned as per the operational requirements. Competencies
• Clothing and /or textiles technical expertise
• Managing, guiding and mentoring staff
• Administer daily operations
• Budget planning and control
• Performance and financial reporting
• Funder reporting
• Support audit preparation and compliance
• Identify and keep abreast of technical trends in the Clothing and Textile sector.
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism and integrity
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Stakeholder management and diplomacy
• Multi stakeholder collaboration
• Risk identification and management
• Ability to manage competing priorities and working under pressure
• Self-management and initiative
• Problem solving ability
• Lecturing in Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Post Graduate Diploma Levels
• Supervision of postgraduate students General Information Closing Date: 21 October 2026 Enquiries: Ms Yandiswa Vuwani -@vuwaniy@cput.ac.za
- Human Capital Department To apply please use the link below: CPUT Talent Management
- Manager: Technology Station: Clothing and Textiles (TSCT) (3-year contract)
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