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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (UNISA) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (UNISA)
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
APPLICATIONS ARE HEREBY INVITED FROM THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:
• Unemployed South African Citizens who have completed a UNISA qualification. Which is equivalent to NQF level 6 and above.
• With no formal work experience in the field of application.
• Interns who were previously appointed at UNISA or any other institution may not apply.
• Both the position reference and your UNISA student number must be accurately indicated on the Portal
• Age requirement: Not older than 35 years old
• Applicants must be only UNISA Graduates
Preference will be given to those residing in the location/region or designated province.
POSITION REF NUMBER: ICT/03/2024
POSITION APPLICATION E-MAIL ADDRESS & CONTACT PERSON: Sekitle Bahula 012 429 3673
COLLEGE / DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE: ICT Risk and Compliance
LOCATION/ REGION: Pretoria Muckleneuk (Main Campus)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIRED: Degree/Diploma in Information Technology
Degree/Diploma in Computer Sciences
Degree/Diploma /BCom / Post Graduate Diploma in Risk Management/Compliance Management/Internal Auditing
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 3
Requirements:
• Computer literacy in respect of office automation packages (Microsoft Office Suite) and internet
• Good interpersonal relations; communication skills and telephone etiquette
• Ability to take initiative, work in a team under constant supervision.
• The ability to prioritize, pay attention to detail and go the extra mile.
• Sense of commitment, responsibility, and punctuality
• Ability to work under pressure, and under strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in English (Verbal and written)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time Management
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Duration : 12 Months
Stipend : R114 080 (per annum)
Closing date : 18 April 2024
Enquiries : Mr S Bahula 012 429 3673
To apply please click the following link to access online application form https://forms.office.com/r/qK0RWe9nPW
NB: The link will only allow access to Unisa students and graduates.
You are required to attach the following documents on PDF format from the applications process.
• Curriculum Vitae
• One-page motivational letter – why you should be considered for this internship.
• Certified copies (Not more than 6 months old) of South African ID, Matric Certificate and Unisa Completed Qualification
We welcome applications from persons with disability
Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan.
CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORT-LISTED ONLY AND ARE ALSO EXPECTED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES ON THE INTERVIEW DATES DETERMINED BY THE EMPLOYER
All applications should be submitted before 16h00 on the closing date.
If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
APPLICATIONS ARE HEREBY INVITED FROM THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:
• Unemployed South African Citizens who have completed a UNISA qualification. Which is equivalent to NQF level 6 and above.
• With no formal work experience in the field of application.
• Interns who were previously appointed at UNISA or any other institution may not apply.
• Both the position reference and your UNISA student number must be accurately indicated on the Portal
• Age requirement: Not older than 35 years old
• Applicants must be only UNISA Graduates
Preference will be given to those residing in the location/region or designated province.
POSITION REF NUMBER: ICT/03/2024
POSITION APPLICATION E-MAIL ADDRESS & CONTACT PERSON: Sekitle Bahula 012 429 3673
COLLEGE / DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE: ICT Risk and Compliance
LOCATION/ REGION: Pretoria Muckleneuk (Main Campus)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIRED: Degree/Diploma in Information Technology
Degree/Diploma in Computer Sciences
Degree/Diploma /BCom / Post Graduate Diploma in Risk Management/Compliance Management/Internal Auditing
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 3
Requirements:
• Computer literacy in respect of office automation packages (Microsoft Office Suite) and internet
• Good interpersonal relations; communication skills and telephone etiquette
• Ability to take initiative, work in a team under constant supervision.
• The ability to prioritize, pay attention to detail and go the extra mile.
• Sense of commitment, responsibility, and punctuality
• Ability to work under pressure, and under strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in English (Verbal and written)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time Management
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Duration : 12 Months
Stipend : R114 080 (per annum)
Closing date : 18 April 2024
Enquiries : Mr S Bahula 012 429 3673
To apply please click the following link to access online application form https://forms.office.com/r/qK0RWe9nPW
NB: The link will only allow access to Unisa students and graduates.
You are required to attach the following documents on PDF format from the applications process.
• Curriculum Vitae
• One-page motivational letter – why you should be considered for this internship.
• Certified copies (Not more than 6 months old) of South African ID, Matric Certificate and Unisa Completed Qualification
We welcome applications from persons with disability
Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan.
CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORT-LISTED ONLY AND ARE ALSO EXPECTED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES ON THE INTERVIEW DATES DETERMINED BY THE EMPLOYER
All applications should be submitted before 16h00 on the closing date.
If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
PORTFOLIO: STRATEGY, RISK AND ADVISORY SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: LEGAL SERVICES
POSITION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES (P3)
(5-YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)
(Ref: ED:LS/SR&AS/LS/GRM/04/2024)
Unisa is a dedicated distance Higher Education institution which is funded by the Department of Education and Training in South Africa. In keeping with its mandate as a Comprehensive, Open and Distance Learning (CODeL +) Institution, which offers a variety of academic and career-focused programmes, Unisa is inviting applications for the position of Executive Director: Legal Services P3.
Purpose of the position
The purpose of the position is to provide leadership and strategic direction to the Legal Services Department and in accordance with relevant legislation and the institution’s nature as a Comprehensive Open Distance and e-Learning (CODeL) institution, the 2016-2030 Strategy as well as Unisa’s strategic vision and transformation agenda.
Key duties/responsibilities
KPA 1: Strategic Direction and Alignment
• Providing input in the development of the institutional strategy and communicating accordingly.
• Research and report on unique legal issues impacting the university infrastructure
• Leading and directing the development of the department’s strategy and objectives in line with the Institution’s strategy and in accordance with the relevant legislation.
• Overseeing and guiding the development of the department’s operational plans and KPI’s in support of the function and the Institution’s overall vision and strategy.
• Initiating the development and reviewing of policies, processes, practices, procedures, and systems.
• Providing strategic leadership to the development of the department’s annual performance review as is required by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
• Providing strategic direction in the department’s area(s) of specialisation.
KPA 2: Operational Leadership and Process Management
• Providing strategic leadership regarding all operations of the department from an overall perspective, which include:
- The provision of legal services regarding Institutional and Administration Law
- The provision of legal services regarding Labour Law
- The provision of legal services regarding Commercial Law
• Managing and attending civil and criminal litigations against or on behalf of the University of South Africa (Unisa)
• Appearing in court to testify on Unisa’s behalf, when required.
• Protecting and advising on commercialising and managing the Intellectual Property (IP) of the Institution worldwide
• Managing documentation pertaining to transfer and registration of property for the Institution
• Negotiating, drafting, and managing Unisa’s agreements and contracts and ensuring that they adhere to the approved due diligence process (where applicable)
• Retaining, instructing, and overseeing external Legal Counsel as required
• Regulating and overseeing the legal compliance of the University in respect of policies and the legislative environment
• Attending to all dealings with Curators and Liquidators, where applicable
• Driving the implementation of plans, policies, processes, practices, procedures, and systems and ensuring sustainability of business.
• Managing the strategic relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
KPA 3: Forecasting, Budgeting and Financial Management
• Formulating strategy forecast costs, which are factored into the Portfolio and Institutional budgeting processes.
• Providing leadership regarding the compilation and management of the budget for the department
• Overseeing and monitoring the department’s expenditure within budgeted parameters and report on variances periodically
• Managing the department’s resources efficiently, effectively, economically and in accordance with the relevant principles and policies of Unisa and ensuring that the department and its directorates and divisions are managed in a cost-effective way.
KPA 4: People Management
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements.
• Leading, mentoring, and empowering employees and change within the department to promote high performance, optimal working environment, improving staff morale and cost-effective operations.
• Guiding and influencing strategic leadership in embedding the values and desired culture of the Institution in line with the Transformation Charter and CODeL+ 2016-2030 Strategy.
• Driving a high-performance culture by taking accountability for an effective and well-articulated performance management process.
• Monitoring the resourcing of the department through recruitment and filling of positions.
• Fostering an organisational culture and climate that is ethics and value driven.
KPA 5: Governance and Reporting
• Monitoring and reporting on legislative and statutory compliance as defined by government and relevant professional bodies.
• Promoting sound institutional governance principles through effective planning, maintenance of operations and service standards, management of compliance and risk as well as participating in Institutional governance structures.
• Ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the University.
• Compiling reports on the department’s performance at the required intervals which reflect all relevant statistics.
Requirements
Qualification
• Minimum of an LLM degree
• Admitted as an Attorney and/or Advocate.
Experience
• Minimum of 10 years’ legal experience in a Legal Services environment, of which a minimum of 5 years should be in senior management role.
Assumption of duty : As soon as possible
Salary : Remuneration is commensurate with the seniority of the position
Assumption of duty : As soon as possible
Salary : Remuneration is commensurate with the seniority of the position
Please note that Skill Placement has been appointed as the service provider for the response handling process and all correspondence.
If interested, please refer all applications to Skill Placement by submitting your comprehensive C.V. and certified copies of qualifications to godwin@skillplace.co.za
Telephone contact details: Mr. Godwin Murerwa: 011 764 1052 / 078 111 9007
Closing date for applications: 17 May 2024
Please send a Letter of Application, a completed application form, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, and copies of:
• All educational qualifications.
• Identity document; and
• Proof of SAQA verification of foreign qualifications, where relevant.
• The contact details of three contactable references must be provided, one which must be from your present employer. Should you not be currently employed, a contactable reference from your previous employer must be provided.
• Unisa is not obliged to fill an advertised position.
• Late, incomplete, and incorrect applications will not be considered.
• We welcome applications from persons with disabilities.
Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan and other applicable legislation.
DEPARTMENT: Student Administration and System Integration
North Eastern Region (Middelburg Office)
Student Counsellor (P7) x1
Ref: 02 8844-03 Student Counsellor/P7/11 April/2024/gs
The role and purpose of the job is to deliver professional counselling services in the region to prospective, enrolled and exit-level students.
Minimum Requirements
• A completed Honours degree in Psychology
• Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registered Counsellor in a category relevant to the work to be done preferably Career Counselling.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in a tertiary environment, with reference to counselling services.
• Experience in development and/or provision of digital counselling services and resources.
• Experience in using social media in an educational context.
• Valid driver’s licence (code B)
Recommendation
• Knowledge of current developments in Higher Education policies and legal frameworks in South Africa, internationally and other related official guidelines
Duties
• Provides a professional counselling service to prospective, enrolled and exit-level students.
• Assists students to realise, develop and reach their personal potential to maximally benefit from their educational environment.
• Participates in orientation and induction into the demands of distance learning.
• Raises awareness about student problems related to teaching/administrative issues.
• Counsels and assists students with disabilities to adjust to distance learning, address social concerns.
• Recruits, interviews, selects, trains and supervises student volunteers who wish to be trained as peer helpers.
• Develops and presents workshops related to life, academic, career and employability skills.
• Participates in projects which include the board functions of planning, organising, directing and control.
• Implements and manages community outreach programmes.
• Contributes to policy development related to teaching and learning, student life and strategy and structure development of departmental activities.
• Conducts research into issues identified by management, issues related to Unisa student population, self-identified issues, trends that affect the learning environment, personal and career development.
• Assists adult learners with problems they experience in distance learning environments.
Assumption of duty: As soon as possible
Salary: Remuneration is commensurate with the seniority of the position
Closing date: 11 May 2024
Enquiries: (015) 290 3437 Ms Germina Shilote
Any change in conditions of service will only become operative after one calendar month's written notice and will be made in full compliance with the relevant provisions of the Labour Laws.
Completed applications can be emailed to gshilote@unisa.ac.za
• The completed prescribed application form must be accompanied BY a COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM VITAEand ORIGINAL CERTIFIED COPIES (within the previous six months) of;
▪ All educational qualifications
▪ Academic transcripts/records
▪ Identity document; and
▪ Proof of SAQA verification of foreign qualifications (if applicable)
• The contact details of three contactable references must be provided, one of which must be from your present line manager.
• The prescribed application form is obtainable from http://www.unisa.ac.za/vacancies (Application for a Permanent Administrative or Professional Post)
• UNISA is not obliged to fill an advertised position.
• Late, incomplete and incorrect applications will not be considered.
• Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan and other applicable legislation.
• All applications should reach UNISA before 16h00 on the closing date.
We welcome applications from persons with Disabilities
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within two months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.