Transformation Specialist

Durban University of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university in Durban is seeking a Transformation Specialist to oversee the implementation of the Employment Equity Plan and promote diversity and inclusion within the institution. The successful candidate will analyze workforce profiles, monitor equity targets, and facilitate training on anti-discrimination and disability awareness. A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience are essential for this permanent position. The University supports equal opportunities and compliance with its Equity Plan.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Employment Equity, transformation, or diversity management compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of DUT’s Employment Equity Plan.
• Analyze workforce profiles for under-representation.
• Monitor progress against EE targets.
• Develop initiatives to advance disability inclusion.
• Facilitate policy reviews for reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Employment Equity compliance

Diversity management

Transformation initiatives

Data analysis

Policy facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Human Capital Services - OD & Talent Management

Transformation Specialist

REF: 20000946

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Transformation Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
• 5 years’ experience in Employment Equity, transformation, or diversity management compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee implementation of DUT’s Employment Equity (EE) Plan in compliance with the EE Act.
• Analyse workforce profiles to identify under‑representation and recommend corrective measures.
• Monitor progress against EE targets, particularly designated groups including women, persons with disabilities, and black employees.
• Submit EE progress reports to EXCO, Council, and relevant governance bodies for accountability.
• Develop and implement initiatives to advance disability inclusion and accessibility.
• Facilitate policy reviews to embed reasonable accommodation practices.
• Promote anti‑discrimination principles and practices through awareness campaigns and training.
• Support implementation of DUT’s sexual harassment, antidiscrimination, and GBV policies.
• Develop KPIs and performance indicators to measure EE, disability inclusion, and transformation outcomes.
• Maintain dashboards and data systems for real‑time monitoring.
• Conduct compliance reviews and prepare internal audit readiness reports.
• Produce quarterly and annual transformation reports for EXCO, Council, and governance committees.
• Engage with unions, staff forums, and student leadership on equity and transformation issues.
• Liaise with the Department of Employment and Labour on EE submissions and inspections.
• Represent DUT in national transformation, diversity, and equity forums.
• Communicate transformation priorities and outcomes to the DUT community.
• Advise management on compliance, governance, and inclusivity risks.
• Develop and facilitate training on EE, disability awareness, and anti‑discrimination.
• Incorporate transformation and sexual harassment prevention into induction programmes.

Salary: Market related

Contact Person: Miss ZJ. Ngcobo

Status of Position: Permanent

Applications Should Include

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above‑mentioned fields)
• Covering Letter
• Copies of all relevant academic records and certificates
• ID Copy
• Matric Certificate
• Current contact information of referees

Please Note

The University reserves the right not to appoint.

While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University’s Equity Plan.