UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO) (PEROMNES LEVEL 3) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: FIVE YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF REAPPOINTMENT FOR A FURTHER TERM) (JOB ID 5621) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Rector and Vice- Chancellor -> Top Management Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Top Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 5/3/2024 Description Due to the changing landscape of the University of the Free State, the various operational responsibilities currently reporting to the Deputy Vice–Chancellor: Operations will be consolidated under a Chief Operating Officer (COO). The position of COO is at the level and status of an Executive Director (Peromnes Level 3). The incumbent will be a member of the executive team reporting to the Vice Chancellor and Principal and will provide executive oversight for all operational functions, including Human Resources, University Estates, Protection Services, Information, Communication and Technology Services and the three campuses. KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may be submitted only online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll Duties and responsibilities • Exercise executive oversight of professional support departments such as Human Resources, University Estates, Protection Services, Information, Communication and Technology Services and the related operations functions of the South, QwaQwa and Bloemfontein campuses. • Develop, implement and monitor strategic and operational plans in respect of this portfolio. • Promote integrated administration and process management that supports the attainment of Vision 130. • Oversee relevant policy development and implementation. • Assist the Vice Chancellor and Principal in constituting an effective two-way interface between the governance functions of the Council and the executive management of the institution. • Line manage and lead senior staff, including senior directors. • Foster collegial and participatory internal governance through the committee system. • Strengthen the UFS strategy to ensure an ethical and value-driven organisation by serving on and engaging in campus-wide forums relating to ethics and values, among other things. • Engage with recognised employee unions on a regular basis to achieve a common and balanced understanding of university matters. • Facilitate collaboration between faculties and support departments. • Be accountable for cross-functional strategic projects. Inherent requirements • A master’s degree on NQF Level 9 or a professional equivalent. • A minimum of ten years’ relevant experience in management positions, of which at least five years should be at a senior level reporting to a Vice-Chancellor, Chief Executive Officer or President of a large and diverse organisation. • A demonstrated track record managing an equally complex portfolio and running a large operation with experience in human resource management, information and communication technologies and facilities management. • A track record of advancing transformation in the workplace. Recommendations • A management qualification. • Five years’ experience in a university or equivalent setting. • An understanding of developments in the higher-education arena nationally. • Project management skills. • A PhD degree Competencies Required competencies • Results-orientated - The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. - The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. - The ability to work effectively under pressure. • Strategic thinking - The ability to think strategically and operationalize thinking into plans and projects. • Business acumen - The ability to demonstrate effective communication skills, negotiation skills, persuasive skills and good interpersonal skills, and a well-reasoned decision-making ability. • Leading - A successful track record of leadership and teamwork. - The ability to positively influence and inspire others towards shared goals. - The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. • Building coalitions - The ability to operate confidently and sensitively across cultures and other divides. - The ability to be flexible, approachable and change orientated. Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a professional body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer/last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties 1 August 2024 Closing date 5 March 2024. Salary The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits: Subject to specific conditions: pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please contact 051 401 9737 or email JonesEY@ufs.ac.za. In addition, kindly contact 051 401 9848 or 051 401 9012 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its employment equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information Chief Operating Officer (COO) (Peromnes Level 3) (Contract appointment: Five years, with the possibility of reappointment for a further term) Job ID: 5621 APPLY FOR THIS JOB POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (UFS GRID RELATED RESEARCH GROUP) (JOB ID: 5626) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Engineering Science Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 1/3/2024 Description The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in both the Department of Engineering Sciences (as host) in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health in the Faculty of Health Sciences. We encourage candidates interested in pursuing an academic or professional career in interdisciplinary applied physics, with special research interest in application via High Performance Computing. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account the applicants' academic achievements, publication outputs and research potential, as well as the relevance of prior experience and expertise. The fellowship is available for a period of one year, renewable for up to three years subject to satisfactory performance. Duties And Responsibilities • Conduct innovative research in the following areas: interdisciplinary applied physics with HPC support. • Author/co-author at least three (3) publication outputs per year in the form of ISI DHET– accredited scholarly journal articles or books/chapters in books. • The renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report. • Initiate projects and seek funding for them. • Focus on interdisciplinary work in a group environment in the interface of physics, engineering, and mathematics, in a leading position. • Translate methods to other interested researchers from other fields. • Spend time in the different research groups that support the main project outcomes. • Register and reside as postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS and participate in relevant activities of the School of Postgraduate Studies and the Directorate of Research Development. Eligibility Requirements • Open to all South African and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of the Free State. • Graduated with a PhD degree in a relevant discipline (physics, theoretical physics, astrophysics, applied mathematics, biochemistry, bioinformatics, medical physics or equivalent) within the last five years. • Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship. • Successful applicants must be able to relocate to the UFS for the duration of the fellowship. This is a residential fellowship: the successful applicant is required to spend 80% of her/his postdoctoral period at the Bloemfontein Campus of UFS. • Experience with complex systems’ analysis and dealing with data collection, curation, and interpretation. • Focused on interdisciplinary work in a group environment in the interface of physics, engineering, medicine and mathematics, in a leading position. • Proficiency in written and spoken English. • Strong background with a high-level programming language, preferentially Python but MATLAB, R, C++, Julia serve similarly. • Knowledge of High-Performance Computing and implementation of such environments would be beneficial. Value of the fellowship: • R 240 000 annual fellowship. • R 30 000 additional research expenses fund. Competencies To apply, please email the following documentation by 1 March 2024 to Dr Michael Pienaar at PienaarMA1@ufs.ac.za • Motivation letter, including a 1-2 page outline of relevant expertise and experience. • Full CV including a list of research publications, conference papers and other scholarly output. • Full transcripts of academic record and copy of doctoral degree certificate. • Copy of ID document (or copy of passport in the case of foreign applicants). • Contact details of two academic referees who have taught/supervised the candidate. Closing date: 01 March 2024. Commencement of fellowship: 01 May 2024 For enquiries, please contact: Dr Michael Pienaar at PienaarMA1@ufs.ac.za Senior Lecturer/Med Specialist: Paediatrics and Child Health Division Critical Care, UFS General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Additional Information Job ID 5626_Postdoctoral Fellow_Paediatrics_NAS_Bloemfontein Campus APPLY FOR THIS JOB
SENIOR LECTURER (HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION) (JOB ID: 5628) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 29/2/2024 Description KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. Duties and responsibilities: • Develop postgraduate modules in the Health Professions Programme in consultation with the Head of the division, taking into account the candidates’ field of expertise. • Develop and revise modules in a team context. • Provide study guidance to master's students (mini-dissertations and dissertations) and PhD students in the Health Professions Education Programme. • Provide expert input while evaluating research projects (protocols). • Provide academic support and development to postgraduate students. • Research and analyse models of teaching, learning and assessment theories and best practices in Health Sciences Education. • Assist with the design and maintenance of the Health Professions Education Programmes on UFS Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard). • Participate fully in the design, administration, implementation and evaluation of faculty development activities as determined in the Division Health Sciences Education. • Provide instructional inputs to working groups, committees and information sessions offered to academic staff. • Plan, manage and execute research projects. • Conduct research on Health Professions Education with the aim to gather information and keep abreast of developments in this field. Inherent Job Requirements: • A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Health Professions Education. • Professionally qualified as a healthcare professional and registered with the relevant professional body in a Health Sciences discipline with a minimum of five (5) years' work experience. • Proven experience in the delivery of poster and oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. • Evidence of published manuscripts in accredited journals. • At least two years' experience in postgraduate teaching / supervision / lecturing / staff development/ research I academic support and development. • Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students. • Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship. • An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating. • A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals. • Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels. Recommendations: • Registration with the HPCSA or SANC as applicable. Competencies Key Competencies Required: • Results oriented: - The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. - The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. • Strategic thinking: - The ability to plan work and to follow plans. - The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. • Business Acumen: - The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. - Knowledge and ability to design, develop and train for in-person and online presentations. - Ability to use organisational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through. - Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to function with ease in the University's richly diverse working environment. - Proficiency in respect of the languages of teaching and learning of the University. - Ability to function independently, as well as in a team environment. - Ability to organise workload and to perform under pressure. - Competency to deal with the University's financial system or willingness to learn. • Leading: - The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. - The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. • Building coalitions: - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. Required Documents Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties: As soon as possible. Closing date: 29 February 2024. Salary: The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9810 or email MofoloNG@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848/ 9813/ 9810/ 9814/ 2979 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Additional Information Job ID 5628_Senior Lecturer_HSE_Bloemfontein Campus APPLY FOR THIS JOB
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