Convocation Elections

VOTING TO ELECT THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF UJ CONVOCATION

Login credentials were emailed to all convocation members. For enquiries contact the University (011) 559 4555, mylife@uj.ac.za, online chat (https://www.uj.ac.za/Pages/uj-chat.aspx) during office hours. Closing date for enquiries: 28 August 2019

As per the Constitution of the Convocation of the University of Johannesburg, the Executive Committee of the Convocation includes five members elected by Convocation. Following the call for nominations, you are now invited to participate in the election of members.

Voting is officially open from 13 August 2019 to 30 August 2019 via a secure online voting system.

The Institutional Statute of UJ determines that the membership of the Convocation consists of: Alumni (diplomates and graduates of accredited subsidised qualifications) of the University of Johannesburg, the Rand Afrikaans University and the Technikon Witwatersrand, the Vice Chancellor and other members of the Management Executive Committee, permanent academic employees and retired permanent academic employees of the University.

Terms and Conditions:

1. The candidate with the highest number of votes will be assigned to the position of President of Convocation.

2. The candidate with the second highest number of votes will be assigned to the position of Deputy President of Convocation.

3. In accordance with the UJ Statute, the composition of Council includes two external representatives of Convocation, elected by Convocation. A candidate is regarded as 'external' if neither a registered student of the University of Johannesburg nor in the employ of the University of Johannesburg. The two external candidates who receive the highest number of votes will be assigned to represent Convocation on Council. (A member elected to the UJ Council may also serve on the Executive Committee of Convocation.)

4. Each member of Convocation is allowed to cast up to a maximum of five votes. Each vote cast, must be for a different candidate.

To ensure the authenticity of communication regarding the Convocation, any communication sent will also be displayed on the UJ website. Any communication regarding the process or meetings of the Convocation, etc. that do not appear on the UJ website will not be regarded as official.

The results of the voting will be communicated and published online during the first week of September 2019.

Your Login credentials will be emailed to you. For enquiries contact the University (011) 559 4555, mylife@uj.ac.za, online chat (https://www.uj.ac.za/Pages/uj-chat.aspx) during office hours. Closing date for enquiries: 28 August 2019.

To cast your vote, please click here

List of nominated candidates (more details available per candidate once logged into to voting system).

Herman Lambertus Bosman

Alexander Brooke Broadbent

Johan Burger

Jan Johannes de Koker

Boitumelo Molebogeng Diale

Tebogo Moatshe Ditshego

Msizi Smiso Khoza

Frank Wilfred James Kilbourn

Xavier Earl Knight

Lance Robin Levin

Morake Vincent Masoga

Thaddeus Metz

Sivuyisiwe Mlonyeni

Karabo Moraba Mmatli

Zanele Anathi Modiba

Shahed Nalla

Kasonga Nyembwe

Matlala Goitsione Setlhalogile

Mukovhe Confidence Tshilande

Mandy Wiener

CONVOCATION VOTING STEPS

STEP 1: Click on the below link to vote

https://ujvote.uj.ac.za

STEP 2: Enter your login credentials

If the system does not match your details, Please call 011 559 4555 for assistance,

STEP 3: Once logged in, you will be able to view the candidate details and cast your vote. Click on "proceed" to continue.

STEP 4: Click on the UJ Executive Committee of Convocation voting link to view a list of candidates.

STEP 5: Click on the portfolio "Executive Committee of Convocation"

STEP 6: Click on the Vote button to select your five preferred candidates.

STEP 7: Click on Submit Votes to submit your vote. the system will indicate which candidates you are voting for, you will be able to change your vote from this page.

This picture below indicates that you cannot abstain AND vote for someone else.

The picture below indicates that you cannot vote for more than 5 candidates.

The system will ask you to confirm your vote.

STEP 8: A message will be displayed on the screen to indicate that you have successfully submitted your vote and you can then exit.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is convocation?

Click here for more information.

2. Who is eligible to vote for Convocation?

All members of Convocation

3. How do I cast my vote?

Please follow the steps above in the section titled "convocation voting process"

4. What must I do if the system does not match my details?

For enquiries contact the University (011) 559 4555, mylife@uj.ac.za, online chat (https://www.uj.ac.za/Pages/uj-chat.aspx) during office hours. Closing date for enquiries: 28 August 2019.

5. Can I vote more than once?

You have a maximum of five votes.

6. When is the closing date for voting?

30 August 2019

7. What is my login details?

8. How many attempts to login?

If first attempt is unsuccessful, please follow onscreen instructions.

For enquiries contact the University (011) 559 4555, mylife@uj.ac.za, online chat (https://www.uj.ac.za/Pages/uj-chat.aspx) during office hours. Closing date for enquiries: 28 August 2019.