Walter Sisulu University (WSU) has opened applications for unemployed graduates to be appointed as tutors in its Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) for the 2026 academic year.
The programme offers 10-month fixed-term contracts aimed at strengthening academic support for foundation-level students, while also providing short-term employment opportunities for graduates who studied at the institution.
What Is the Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)?
The Extended Curriculum Programme supports students enrolled in foundation and extended programmes, helping them transition successfully into mainstream academic studies.
Tutors play a key role by:
- Facilitating tutorials
- Providing academic support
- Assisting with assessments and student development
Successful applicants will be placed across four WSU campuses and within various faculties.
Faculties Included
Tutoring opportunities are available in the following faculties:
- Economic and Financial Sciences
- Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
- Law, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Management and Public Administration Sciences
- Natural Sciences
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to:
- Unemployed graduates of Walter Sisulu University
- Applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements stated in the advert
- Candidates with access to their own laptop
Minimum qualifications range from selected diplomas to bachelor’s degrees and BSc programmes, depending on the subject area.
Contract Duration
- Duration: 10 months
- Period: February 2026 – November 2026
- Start date: 1 February 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Facilitate face-to-face and online tutorial sessions
- Provide formative assessments and constructive feedback
- Offer academic and one-on-one student support
- Lead discussions, presentations, debates, and practical activities
- Assist with invigilation and marking
- Monitor student attendance and performance
- Compile and submit weekly reports
Skills Required
WSU is looking for candidates with:
- Strong facilitation skills
- Digital literacy
- Good communication skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Analytical thinking skills
Documents Required (Important)
Applicants must submit ONE combined printable PDF document containing:
- 2-page CV
- Motivation letter specifying modules of interest
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Academic transcript
- Certificate or confirmation of qualification completion
In addition, applicants must submit:
- A 1-minute motivation video clip (compressed, maximum size 10GB)
Incomplete, late, or incorrectly submitted applications will be automatically disqualified.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Prepare all required documents
- Combine documents into one printable PDF
- Record a 1-minute motivation video
- Compress the video to under 10GB
- Submit your application via the official Google Form
- Apply before the closing date
Important Dates
- Date issued: 18 December 2025
- Closing date: 9 January 2026
- Start date: 1 February 2026
Enquiries
- Email: ecp@wsu.ac.za | dmnengi@wsu.ac.za
- WhatsApp: 066 513 1006
Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
