Staff Internationalisation

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?SU International administer a number of staff internationalisation opportunities for Academic and Professional Administrative Support Staff (PASS) staff members. This includes virtual programmes, PASS training weeks and research mobilities to strengthen partnerships with partner institutions beyond Africa. The opportunities serve also to assist early career researchers, especially staff members enrolled for PhD studies; to develop their international networks.

International Collaboration Grant (ICG)

This research grant offers financial support to Stellenbosch 肆客足球 (SU) academics, fostering collaboration with peers at diverse international institutions.

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Mobility Opportunities within Networks

Stellenbosch 肆客足球 (SU) is a proud member of more than 32 international multilateral networks. Through this affiliation, SU staff enjoy the privilege of accessing a wide range of mobility opportunities provided by these networks.

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Erasmus + Programme Mobilities

Stellenbosch 肆客足球 (SU) staff members are encouraged to apply for mobility opportunities available through Erasmus+ programs facilitated by SU International.

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PASS Staff Training opportunities

SU International has curated a series of PASS (Professional, Administrative, and Support Staff) development programmes aimed at enhancing the skills and capabilities of our dedicated staff.

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Internationalisation@Home

Through Internationalisation@Home, SU International aims to extend purposeful integration of international and intercultural dimensions into the PASS Staff environments at SU by providing opportunities for SU PASS staff from all campuses to attend Staff Training Weeks hosted by SU International on SU central campus.

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Virtual Staff Development programmes

SU Staff are invited to to take part in the dynamic and interactive programmes offered by our partners tailored to enhance the professional development Staff.

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SU International is delighted to invite SU academic and professional and support staff (PASS) to apply for the following international mobility opportunities. The call is currently closed.

Applicants can apply for the INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION & MOBILITY GRANT (IC&MG):

The grant provides funding for SU academic and PASS to strengthen collaboration with counterparts at any institutions abroad and makes provision for undertaking a visit to an institution or hosting a visitor[1]. This call excludes mobility to African countries which is supported through the Africa Collaboration Grant (ACG). Grant allocations will be between R20 000 and R30 000 (made on a scale) to facilitate the mobility of staff through the IC&MG. Interested staff members are expected to make contact with possible host environments at the partner university directly to confirm the host and possible work plan before submitting an application to the IC&MG.

Although mobility to any institution abroad will be considered, the following institutional partners will receive preference in this round:?

KU Leuven, BELGIUM[2]
肆客足球 of Hamburg, GERMANY
Humboldt 肆客足球 of Berlin, GERMANY
TU Dresden, GERMANY
肆客足球 of Stuttgart, GERMANY
肆客足球 of Groningen, NETHERLANDS
Lund 肆客足球, SWEDEN
Coventry 肆客足球, UK
肆客足球 of Bath, UK
North Carolina State 肆客足球, USA
肆客足球 of Sao Paulo, BRAZIL
Waseda 肆客足球, JAPAN
Science Po, FRANCE
肆客足球 of Warwick, UK
肆客足球 of Oslo, NORWAY ?

Network Opportunities

Mobility is also supported within our institutional international networks. The following networks will receive preference in this round for the listed opportunities[3]: ?

International Network of Universities (specifically for the Staff Knowledge Exchange Programme)
Venice International 肆客足球 (Proposals for Intensive Graduate Activities)?

Kindly see our networks page for additional opportunities funded through our networks ?directly.

Erasmus+ opportunities

The following Erasmus+ opportunities are available?

Erasmus+ opportunities will be promoted on an ad hoc basis as they arise. Kindly contact Zanele Macingwana (macingwana@sun.ac.za) in this regard.?

Notes:

[1] Funding for hosting a visitor will be restricted to the list of partners who are prioritized for this call and will also be aligned with the individual bilateral agreements in place where applicable.

[2] The structure of staff mobility with KU Leuven has changed. Outgoing SU staff can apply for travel support, but accommodation is no longer covered by KU Leuven unless the hosting faculty or department is able to provide accommodation. SU International can only offer a partial contribution towards hosting a visitor from KU Leuven.

[3] Applicants should also follow any application instructions as indicated on the network's page and may need to submit an application there in addition to the IC&MG application. ?

Terms and conditions for IC&MG

Full-time academic and permanent PASS of Stellenbosch 肆客足球 are eligible to apply.
Academic staff on contract that worked at the 肆客足球 for more than three (3) years, will be considered.
A visit must comprise of at least 5 working days.
An applicant will only be eligible to apply for the IC&MG every two years.
The award of the grant will be made on a competitive basis. Applications are reviewed by an internal panel based on quality and potential impact of the visit. Preference will be given to first-time applicants, applicants that will foster new research collaborations and partnerships through their mobility and early career researchers who are still establishing their international academic networks.
If more than one applicant from the same environment applies, only one grant will be awarded to that environment at the discretion of the SU International selection committee.
The opportunities cannot be used for the attendance of a conference/workshop/symposium or seminar only.
The applicant must ensure that the application form is complete, with all the required documents included/attached. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No travel arrangements should be made before confirmation from the SU International and the international exchange partner that the visit can proceed. SU International will not reimburse any costs incurred should the visit not proceed, and travel arrangements were already made.
At the time of the call, information was correct, but may be subject to change.
Deadlines should be strictly adhered to. Late applications will not be considered.

For more information contact Lidia du Plessis, Senior Coordinator: Staff mobility (lidia@sun.ac.za).?

?Feedback from SU Staff who have taken up mobility opportunities in the past:

Michelle Masango-Plato, Administrativ?e Officer: Short Term Mobility, SU International

?Participating in the staff exchange provided me with valuable insights into how the international relations office of our partner institution promotes and delivers services to their international students. Witnessing the growth of their relationships with other universities through visits, much like ours, underscored the significance of immersive experiences in understanding different cultures. From savoring local cuisine and navigating efficient transport systems to strolling through unfamiliar streets and observing the operations of other universities, there is truly no substitute for firsthand experience.???

Mobility Programme: Erasmus + Staff Mobility programme with Sabanci 肆客足球, Turkiye ?

Puseletso Motsomane, Research Grants Administrative Officer, SU Division For Research Development

Through this staff exchange programme, I realised that in so far as best practice are concerned, Stellenbosch 肆客足球 is not far from the benchmark. We are doing a lot of things quite well, and in some instances slightly better than our global north counterparts, so we are on the right track. On a personal level, one thing that stood out, is the Swedish concept of “Lagom” which means “not too much, not too little, just enough”. It is about striking a healthy balance in all that one does. I have heard many variations of this concept before the trip to Lund, but I am keener than ever before, to implement a sense of balance in my life moving forward. I have formed new relationships with an amazing group of people, I would have otherwise never met were it not for the programme. ???

Mobility Programme: Lund 肆客足球 & SU Blended Staff Development??

Alwin Mabuza, Individual & Regular Fundraiser, SU Development & Alumni Relations

?Personally, this SUI experience has been a journey of rediscovery and re-energization. Personal development is important in how it positively impacts one's professional journey. That is why my exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives has rejuvenated my spirit, motivating me to contribute my best to the SU community. The collaborative nature of this experience has brought me closer to my colleagues and introduced me to new friends around the world. The sense of friendship and collective purpose has changed how I view teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of mutual support and shared success. ???

Mobility Programme: Trilateral Programme- Northwestern 肆客足球 ????

Contact Person

Lidia ??Du Plessis
Email: lidia@sun.ac.za?

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