Residence Cluster Manager. (AD07) (AD.07.4)

Job Title : Residence Cluster Manager

Location : Johannesburg, ZA

Organization : Campus Housing and Residence Life Department

Overview

The University is seeking an experienced manager to take full operational responsibility for a group of large student residences. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Campus Housing and Residence Life, the Residence Cluster Manager will be required to take general managerial responsibility for eight student residences, assisted by Residence Administrative Officers, Housekeepers, and part-time Residence Wardens. He / she will also be required to act as the Senior Warden of his / her cluster, and as such will be required to reside on campus and to be available 24 / 7 in cases of emergency.

Key Requirements and Responsibilities

• A university degree, preferably postgraduate.
• At least 5 years of managerial experience (including the management of staff) and experience in budgeting and general financial management.
• Experience in crisis management, including dealing with students in crisis.
• Experience in dealing with students and elected student representatives, and in conflict resolution.
• Comprehensive insight into diversity and gender issues.
• The ability to develop and to promote effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, including the Operations and Facilities Department (responsible for catering, cleaning, and transport), Campus Protection Services, and the Occupational Health and Safety office.
• Adequate knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures, and an understanding of by laws pertaining to residential accommodation and related services.
• A high level of computer literacy and significant knowledge of computer systems and technology, including the University's SIMS system or PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, or similar residence / student management software, or any residence or hotel management or administration system.
• Strong communication and human relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under occasionally stressful conditions.
• Well‑developed critical, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a covering letter motivating why you believe you are suitable for the position, as well as a detailed Curriculum Vitae with names, addresses, contact numbers and e‑mail addresses of three referees.

External applicants are invited to apply by registering their profiles on the Wits i‑recruitment platform located at and submitting their applications electronically.

Internal applicants are invited to apply directly on the Oracle HR system by following the path : iWits / Self Service application / " Apply for a job".

Closing date for applications : 14 November 2025

EEO Statement

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re‑advertise.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Higher Education

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