WE ARE HIRING!
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a joint organization of German universities who promotes international scientific cooperation and international academic exchange. The DAAD relies on a network of Regional Offices, Information Centres and Information Points with coverage in more than 70 countries, approximately 408 Lectureships, 20 Centres of German and European Studies, a diverse range of DAAD-funded university projects abroad, ranging from individual courses to establishing new universities, and a pool of 430,000 alumni.
The tasks include:
• Advice on study and research opportunities in Germany as well as on the scholarship programs of the DAAD
• General office duties
• Planning and implementation of information events and fairs
• Preparation of publications and promotional materials
• Maintaining the website and the social media channels of the Information Centre
• Maintaining contacts with partner organizations and DAAD Alumni
Requirements:
• University degree (at least BA); studies or working experience in Germany is an advantage
• Excellent command of English (C2), good command of German (B2); please upload your certificates for German B1
• Good knowledge of the German higher education system
• Good skills in Microsoft Office
• Very good communication skills
• Organizational skills, intercultural competence, commitment and resilience
• Work experience in cultural and education sector is an advantage
• Work Permit for South Africa
Salary is based on the remuneration scheme of the University of the Witwatersrand. The working conditions are subject to South African law.
If you have any questions ONLY, please feel free to contact Ms Anica Opperman and Ms Eden Galetta at daad@wits.ac.za.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a letter of motivation – clearly indicating which position you are applying for, detailed CV and the names and contact details of three referees (incl. e-mail addresses).
Apply on the Wits Portal: Apply!
Closing Date: 08 November 2024
NB: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please note that only applications via the website will be considered for shortlisting.
The University reserves the right to verify all information provided by candidates and to verify credit standing. Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates.
