Director CIPSET Engagement and Transformation

NMU • Gqeberha, Eastern Cape • Posted July 08, 2026

About the Role

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.












CORE PURPOSE OF JOB


To provide strategic, intellectual, and operational leadership to the Centre, advancing critical scholarship, engagement, and transformative practice in alignment with the University’s Vision 2030. The Director will position the Centre as a leading site of interdisciplinary research, public engagement, and advocacy that responds to pressing societal challenges in community, adult, worker and vocational education.