UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) VACANCIES

UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS)

CLINICAL PRECEPTOR (BACHELOR OF NURSING) (3 POSITIONS) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) (JOB ID 6339)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Nursing
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026

Description
This post was previously advertised as Job ID 6303. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Orientate students both in the skills laboratory and clinical facilities.
•   Facilitate clinical teaching and learning as well as assessments of students in the clinical learning environment.
•   Accompany students in the clinical facility for continuous supervision and support.
•   Participate in an ongoing evaluation of clinical learning experiences.
•   Monitor students' clinical movements and keep necessary records.
•   Maintain a portfolio of evidence of own work and submit regularly as stipulated.
•   Perform other clinical duties assigned.
•   Participate in assessment competence and remedial support of students.
•   Provide constructive feedback and coaching of students.
•   Apply effective communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills to foster collaboration among students, clinical staff, and patients.
•   Mediate between the UFS School of Nursing and Clinical Practice.

Inherent requirements:
•   Bachelor’s degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8 or equivalent (attach a copy).
•   Registration with the South Africa Nursing Council as a professional nurse (General, Psychiatry, Community) and Midwife (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in one or more clinical speciality (attach a copy).
•   A valid driver's license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   Masters degree in Nursing on NQF level 9 (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in Nursing Education (attach a copy).
•   Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an assessor and/or moderator (attach a copy).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results orientated:
o   The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
o   The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
•   Strategic thinking:
o   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organized manner.
o   The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•   Business acumen:
o   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
o   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
o   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
o   The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
•   Building coalitions:
o   The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
o   The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible.

Closing date: 1 February 2026.

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 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/2979/2558 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:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

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CLINICAL PRECEPTOR (OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSING) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) (JOB ID: 6340)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Nursing
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026

Description
This post was previously advertised as Job ID 6304. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Orientate students both in the skills laboratory and clinical facilities.
•   Facilitate clinical teaching and learning as well as assessments of students in the clinical learning environment.
•   Accompany students in the clinical facility for continuous supervision and support.
•   Participate in an ongoing evaluation of clinical learning experiences.
•   Monitor students' clinical movements and keep necessary records.
•   Maintain a portfolio of evidence of own work and submit regularly as stipulated.
•   Perform other clinical duties assigned.
•   Participate in assessment competence and remedial support of students.
•   Provide constructive feedback and coaching of students.
•   Apply effective communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills to foster collaboration among students, clinical staff, and patients.
•   Mediate between the UFS School of Nursing and Clinical Practice.

Inherent requirements:
•   Bachelor's degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8 or equivalent.
•   Registration with the South Africa Nursing Council as a professional nurse (General, Psychiatry, Community) and Midwife (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in Nursing Education (attach a copy).
•   A valid driver's license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   Masters in Nursing on NQF level 9 (attach a copy).
•   Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an assessor and/or moderator (attach a copy).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results orientated:
o   The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
o   The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
•   Strategic thinking:
o   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organized manner.
o   The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•   Business acumen:
o   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
o   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
o   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
o   The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
•   Building coalitions:
o   The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
o   The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible.

Closing date: 1 February 2026.

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 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/2979/2558 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:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

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CLINICAL PRECEPTOR (PRIMARY CARE NURSING) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) (JOB ID: 6341)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Nursing
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Orientate students both in the skills laboratory and clinical facilities.
•   Facilitate clinical teaching and learning as well as assessments of students in the clinical learning environment.
•   Accompany students in the clinical facility for continuous supervision and support.
•   Participate in an ongoing evaluation of clinical learning experiences.
•   Monitor students' clinical movements and keep necessary records.
•   Maintain a portfolio of evidence of own work and submit regularly as stipulated.
•   Perform other clinical duties assigned.
•   Participate in assessment competence and remedial support of students.
•   Provide constructive feedback and coaching of students.
•   Apply effective communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills to foster collaboration among students, clinical staff, and patients.
•   Mediate between the UFS School of Nursing and Clinical Practice.

Inherent requirements:
•   Bachelor's degree in Nursing on NQF Level 8 or equivalent (attach a copy).
•   Registration with the South Africa Nursing Council as a professional nurse (General, Psychiatry, Community) and Midwife (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in Primary Care Nursing (attach a copy).
•   Additional qualification in Nursing Education (attach a copy).
•   A valid driver's license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   Masters in Nursing on NQF level 9 (attach a copy).
•   Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an assessor and/or moderator (attach a copy).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results orientated:
o   The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
o   The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
•   Strategic thinking:
o   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organized manner.
o   The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•   Business acumen:
o   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
o   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
o   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
o   The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
•   Building coalitions:
o   The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
o   The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible

Closing date: 1 February 2026

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 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/2979/2558 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:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

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SENIOR ASSISTANT OFFICER: SA SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS (POST LEVEL 12) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 2 YEARS) (3 POSITIONS): ACADEMY FOR MULTILINGUALISM (JOB ID: 6322)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department South African Sign Language and Deaf Studies
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 29/1/2026

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.
The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Provide South African Sign Language (SASL) interpreting for Deaf staff and students as determined by academic schedules, and departments in accordance with the professional and personal needs of Deaf staff and students.
•   Provide language support (e.g., assisting with written communication and interpreting of documents) in accordance with the needs of Deaf staff and students.
•   Interpreting in conferences, seminars, and workshops.
•   Adapt interpreting style and mode (SASL-to-English or English-to-SASL interpreting) based on the specific needs of the deaf/hard of hearing individual and the context
•   Support students’ full participation in clubs, sports teams, volunteer work, or residence programming by interpreting related activities and meetings.
•   Work with lecturers, staff and peers to ensure seamless communication support during academic and extracurricular activities.
•   Provide SASL interpretation at university events such as graduations, open days, career days, academic openings, and other institutional activities were Deaf students, staff, or guests could be involved.
•   Participate in community service activities by interpreting to the broader Deaf community as capacity allows
•   Assist with the collection and recording new/existing signs for educational and subject-specific terminology.
•   Assist with the mentoring and training of SASL interpreters and SASL interpreting interns working within the Academy for Multilingualism when required.
•   Report to the SASL Coordinator.

Inherent Job Requirements:
•   A Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree or Advanced Diploma on NQF Level 7 in the field of South African Sign Language, with a minimum of two (2) years of South African Sign Language Interpreting in higher education teaching and learning
or
•   Another relevant South African Sign Language qualification than the qualifications stipulated above, with a minimum of six (6) years of South African Sign Language Interpreting in higher education teaching and learning.

Recommendations:
•   Three (3) years’ relevant experience in higher education teaching and learning contexts
•   Honours degree on NQF Level eight 8 in the field of South African Sign Language.
•   Knowledge of participating in South African Sign Language terminology development for various disciplines.

Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
•   Results-Oriented:
-   The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
-   The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
•   Strategic Thinking:
-   The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
-   The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
•   Business Acumen:
-   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   Building Coalitions:
-   The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
-   The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Required Documents
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Assumption of duties: 01 February 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Closing date: 29 January 2026

Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R388 426.59 – R487 479.38 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

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 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 9848 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 Plan is available at: EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

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INTERN (2 POSITIONS) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 12 MONTHS)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Biomedical Sciences
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 24/1/2026

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:

•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Engage in structured wet and dry lab (Bioinformatics) genomic training.
•   Assist with the business onuses of the unit when required.
•   Assist with organizing structured bioinformatics workshops.
•   Provide training for visiting researchers and students when needed.
•   Partake in research dissemination.

Inherent requirements:
•   A BTech degree on NQF Level 7 in the field of Molecular Biology, Virology, Genetics, Microbiology or related field.
The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates:
•   The applicant should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme.
•   The applicant should not have any previous formal work experience.
•   The applicant must be willing to sign an internship agreement with UFS.

Recommendations:
•   An Honours or Master’s degree in the field of Molecular Biology, Virology, Genetics, Microbiology or related field.
•   Previous experience as a student in a molecular laboratory (not formal work experience).
•   Strong skills in deductive reasoning.
•   Committed to supporting a friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment.
•   Excellent communication skills.

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results Orientated:
-   The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
•   Strategic Thinking:
-   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
-   The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
•   Business Acumen:
-   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
-   Previous knowledge or experience on Next generation sequencing.
-   Previous knowledge or experience on using several bioinformatic tools.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   Building Coalitions:
-   The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible.

Closing date: 24 January 2026.

Salary: The salary is R15,000 per month.

Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/ 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 Plan is available at: EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

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SENIOR LECTURER: DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL STUDIES AND GOVERNANCE (JOB ID: 6324)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department Political Studies and Governance
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026

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.
The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Responsible for teaching undergraduate modules in the Bachelor of Arts in Governance and Political Transformation.
•   Responsible for teaching postgraduate modules in the Postgraduate Diploma in Governance and Political Transformation.
•   Responsible for postgraduate supervision for the MA and PhD qualifications in Governance and Political Transformation.
•   Assist with continuous curriculum renewal.
•   Execute formal administrative and organisational tasks relating to academic administration and general programme administration.
•   Assist with academic advice for undergraduate students, especially during the annual registration period.
•   Ensure regular research outputs through publication in accredited academic journals.
•   Participate in community engagement activities.

Inherent Job Requirements:
•   PhD on NQF Level 10 in the field of Public Governance or related fields.
•   Proven relevant experience in higher education teaching and learning.
•   A record of publication in accredited academic journals.
•   Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
•   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.
•   Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s-degree students.
•   A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited 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:
•   Evidence of knowledge of the evolution of Public Governance as a discipline in terms of teaching and research.
•   A minimum of 7 years relevant experience in higher education teaching and learning.
•   A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in postgraduate supervision.

Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
•   Results-Oriented:
-   The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
-   The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and to fulfil obligations.
•   Strategic Thinking:
-   The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
-   The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
•   Business Acumen:
-   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   Building Coalitions:
-   The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
-   The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Required Documents
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Assumption of duties: 01 April 2026

Closing date: 1 February 2026

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 me at 051 401 9813 or email at PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9814 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 Plan is available at:
EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

ASSISTANT OFFICER: TECHNICAL SUPPORT AGENT (POST LEVEL 13) JOB ID: 6330
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations -> Information and Communications Technology Services
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 25/1/2026

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
Technical Support:
•   Provide technical support for hardware and software by performing troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution of requests/incidents.
•   Provide efficient and effective customer service to the user.
•   Provide after-hours technical support as needed.
•   Install new equipment, such as workstations, peripherals and accessories.
•   Deploy and install workstation software inclusive of system software, productivity software and applicable driver software.
•   Relocate computer equipment as per operational requirements.
•   Troubleshoot and resolve hardware or software related incidents.
•   Replace hardware parts, as required.
•   Update the resolutions and knowledge base on IT Service management systems.
•   Support and assist in the deployment of new software or applications.
•   Research, test and evaluate new technologies on request.
•   Provide technical onsite support during special events on and off campus.
•   Perform incident and service request classification and prioritization.
•   Prioritise requests, incidents, and problems to ensure high service levels.
Relationship Support:
•   Ensure client satisfaction by adhering to Service Level agreements (SLAs).
•   Ensure clear and effective communication to manage relationships and needs/requirements.
•   Establish and maintain healthy and professional relationships with function-related stakeholders.
•   Liaise with the Lead: ICTS Technical Support Services to escalate any issues to receive the required attention.
Quality Assurance:
•   Adhere to, and contribute to all relevant policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
•   Contribute and support the maintenance and coordination of the relevant SOPs.
Professional Development:
•   Fulfil all responsibilities regarding performance management.
•   Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses.

Inherent requirements:
•   Higher certificate on NQF Level 5 in an IT-related field (attach a copy).
•   Professional certification: CompTIA A+ or CompTIA N+ or a diploma/certificate/short learning programme in computer studies with modules of hardware and networking (attach proof).
•   Minimum of one (1) year’s experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
•   Valid driver’s license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   Three (3) years’ experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
•   Knowledge of troubleshooting technical problems
•   Working knowledge of computer software (Microsoft productivity suite, Windows, MAC OS)
•   This position will require the incumbent to perform heavy lifting and moving equipment.
•   Understanding of Higher Education and ICTS policies and procedures.
•   Apple certification (attach proof).
•   Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification (attach proof).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results Orientated:
-   The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
-   The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
•   Strategic Thinking:
-   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
-   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.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   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.

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible

Closing date: 25 January 2025

Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 231 699,90– R 388 426,59 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

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 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 9848 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 Plan is available at:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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
Assistant Officer

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INVESTIGATIONS SERVICES (POST LEVEL 7) JOB ID: 6327
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations -> Protection Services
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 23/1/2026

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. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Identify and detect actual and perceived threats facing the university through the collection (covert & overt), collation and analysis of security and crime-related intelligence.
•   Develop and maintain an early warning threat detection system to ensure proactive deployment of security countermeasures.
•   Analyse areas of potential risk to the assets, staff and students of the UFS in line with the Threat Detection responsibilities.
•   Develop and ensure implementation of Investigation Strategy, Policy and Protocols.
•   Allocate reported cases or incidents to Investigating Officers and ensure that they are investigated in accordance with the UFS Crime and Incidents Investigation Procedure.
•   Provide support and leadership to the Investigators as and when a need arises.
•   Develop and maintain crime statistics and analysis capacity to inform the relevant stakeholders of
the current situation and to determine crime patterns for effective mitigation.
•   Manage the resources allocated to the Investigations Unit.
•   Ensure that there is an ongoing engagement with the Investigators through both formal and informal meetings as part of employee engagement.
•   Ensure investigation reports are compiled for each reported case or incident.
•   Establish and maintain relationships with external law enforcement functionaries such as SAPS, SSA,
Community Policing Forums, Municipality and Private Security Companies.
•   Establish and maintain a database of key Protection Services stakeholders.
•   Represent the UFS at external meetings dealing with safety and security, inclusive of the Community
Policing Forums, Sector Policing and other off campus safety forum meetings.
•   Develop and implement an off-campus safety and security plan and a security response plan in cooperation with the relevant role players e.g. SAPS, Armed Response security companies etc.
•   Ensure that crime hot spots are identified and sensitise the operational team, staff and students of the threat and report to the relevant role players for the mitigation thereof.
•   Coordinate and facilitate crime awareness campaigns and capacity building sessions for students and staff in consultation with the Department of Communication and Marketing as well as other key stakeholders.
•   Participate or ensure participation of Investigating Officers during building assessments, crime awareness sessions, as well as other important university events such as graduations, registrations etc.
•   Submit budget inputs for the Investigations Unit based on the department's strategic and Annual Performance Plan.
•   Manage budget in allocated entities strictly in accordance with the UFS supply chain management processes.
•   Liaise with the departmental finance office from time to time as and when a need arises.
•   Ensure correct invoices for services rendered by contracted investigations service providers.

Inherent requirements:
•   Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B.Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF Level 7 in Policing, Criminology or Security Management.
•   Valid Grade A, PSIRA registration (attach a copy) or willingness to obtain within six (6) months of appointment.
•   Minimum of four (4) years of management experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
•   Valid driver's license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   Honours degree /Postgraduate Diploma/Professional Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 8 in Business Management/Administration or Leadership.
•   Experience within law enforcement, especially intelligence environment.
•   Experience within the higher education environment.
•   Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
•   Intelligence and investigations related qualifications (attach).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results Orientated:
-   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 deal with several activities at a time.
-   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
•   Business Acumen:
-   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   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.

Assumption of duties: 01 March 2026.

Closing date:  23 January 2026

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 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2558 / 9813 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 Plan is available at:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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
Job ID 6327

PLEASE APPLY HERE

TRAFFIC OFFICER (POST LEVEL 12) (2 POSITIONS) JOB ID: 6326
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations -> Protection Services
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 21/1/2026

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.  The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
•   A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•   Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•   A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•   Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•   Issue traffic infringements to the infringers and submit duplicates for tracing.
•   Attend accident scenes and safeguard the accident scene, record correct information and complete the accident report form, and regulate traffic.
•   Attend to traffic complaints and issue traffic fines or clamp the vehicle.
•   Conduct point duties at traffic congestion.
•   Control parking areas and supervise traffic wardens.
•   Allocate duties to traffic wardens.
•   Monitor the work of subordinates.
•   Manage and administer the leave of traffic wardens.
•   Capture all traffic fines issued.
•   Conduct traffic safety assessments on all three campuses.
•   Organise with outside Stakeholders, the Traffic Department and other law enforcement agencies to come on campus and hold combined Safety Awareness Campaigns.
•   Attend all planned events and meetings.
•   Reserve parking areas for different reasons e.g., conferences, graduations, visitors and other matters.
•   Escort VIP's and protest marches.
•   Assist guests with directions.

Inherent requirements:
•   A Traffic Officer's Diploma on NQF Level 4, issued by an accredited Traffic College Training under the Department of Transport and Road Traffic Management Corporation.
•   Currently appointed as a Traffic Officer/Warden, with a personal infrastructure number by a relevant appointing authority.(attach proof).
•   Minimum two (2) years’ relevant working experience as a Traffic Warden or Traffic Officer.
•   Valid South African driver's license code 08 or 10 (attach a copy).

Recommendations:
•   A three-year National Diploma in Traffic Policing or Metropolitan Policing on NQF Level 6.
•   Examiner of vehicles or a license certificate (attach a copy).
•   Experience within the higher education environment.
•   Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.
•   Member of or registration at a professional body (attach a copy).

Competencies
Required competencies:
•   Results Orientated:
-   The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
-   The ability to maintain composure and self-control.
•   Strategic Thinking:
-   The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
-   The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
•   Business Acumen:
-   The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
-   Proficient in using MS Office.
•   Leading:
-   The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
-   The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•   Building Coalitions:
-   The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
-   The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties: 01 March 2026.

Closing date: 21 January 2026

Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 388 426.59 – R 487 479.38 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

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 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9814 / 9813 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 Plan is available at:   EEA13Report_UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP 2025.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
Traffic Officer x 2

PLEASE APPLY HERE

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