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UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS)
LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING AND/OR COMPUTER ENGINEERING SCIENCE: DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS (JOB ID: 6194)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 3/8/2025
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:
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering and/or Computer Engineering Science.
• Supervise honours students and co-supervise master's students in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science.
• Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text Mining, Computer Science Education, Eye tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT.
• Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at the university level.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science (for a permanent appointment)
or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science/Data Science/Computer Engineering Science MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• Experience in teaching undergraduate programming modules, specifically first-year C# programming, with exposure to engineering contexts.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Recommendations
• Specialisation in Computer Engineering Sciences, Software Development and/or Software Engineering.
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 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.
• 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 be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- 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 January 2026.
Closing date: 03 August 2025
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/ 9810/ 9814/ 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: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
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
OFFICER (POST LEVEL 10/11) JOB ID: 6192
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Finance -> Salaries
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 16/7/2025
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:
• Address third-party queries.
• Address employee queries.
• Capture correspondence on permanent personnel.
• Capture deductions manually and import.
• Create vendors for vouchers.
• Create vouchers for employees and third parties.
• Review all claims as submitted by departments for compliance with legislation and policies.
• Reconcile control accounts.
Inherent requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 or a three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6, in Finance/Accounting or closely related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
Recommendations:
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African Employee Tax.
• Experience within the higher-education environment.
• Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• 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 negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.
Assumption of duties: As soon as possible
Closing date: 16 July 2025
Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 447 323,31– R 562 750,48 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 / 9329_/ 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: EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026.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
OFFICER (POST LEVEL 10/11) JOB ID: 6192
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Finance -> Salaries
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 16/7/2025
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:
• Address third-party queries.
• Address employee queries.
• Capture correspondence on permanent personnel.
• Capture deductions manually and import.
• Create vendors for vouchers.
• Create vouchers for employees and third parties.
• Review all claims as submitted by departments for compliance with legislation and policies.
• Reconcile control accounts.
Inherent requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 or a three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6, in Finance/Accounting or closely related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
Recommendations:
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African Employee Tax.
• Experience within the higher-education environment.
• Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• 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 negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.
Assumption of duties: As soon as possible
Closing date: 16 July 2025
Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 447 323,31– R 562 750,48 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 / 9329_/ 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: EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026.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
LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS (JOB ID: 6195)
Organizational Unit
UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE -> FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES -> DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 3/8/2025
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:
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems, and Software Engineering.
• Supervise honours students and co-supervise master's students in Computer Science and/or Information Systems.
• Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT.
• Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science or Information Systems (for a permanent appointment)
or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science or Information Systems (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science or Information Systems MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• Experience in teaching undergraduate programming modules, specifically second-year C# and Database programming.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted to publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Recommendations:
• Specialisation in Database Development and/or Software Engineering.
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 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.
• 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 be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- 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 January 2026.
Closing date: 03 August 2025
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/ 9810/ 9814/ 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: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
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
LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS (JOB ID: 6195)
Organizational Unit
UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE -> FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES -> DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 3/8/2025
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:
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems, and Software Engineering.
• Supervise honours students and co-supervise master's students in Computer Science and/or Information Systems.
• Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT.
• Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science or Information Systems (for a permanent appointment)
or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science or Information Systems (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science or Information Systems MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• Experience in teaching undergraduate programming modules, specifically second-year C# and Database programming.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted to publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Recommendations:
• Specialisation in Database Development and/or Software Engineering.
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 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.
• 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 be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- 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 January 2026.
Closing date: 03 August 2025
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/ 9810/ 9814/ 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: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
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
EXECUTIVE DRIVER AND SECURITY COORDINATOR FOR THE OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL (POST LEVEL10/11) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) JOB ID: 6196
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People & Operations -> Protection Services -> Office of the Senior Director: Protection Services
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/7/2025
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.
• Cover letter motivating your application.
• 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:
• Conduct a pre-trip route assessment to determine the best route to be used when the actual trip is undertaken.
• Always be familiar with alternative routes in case of emergencies such as service delivery protests and severe weather conditions which often result in road closures.
• Liaise with the law enforcement and emergency functionaries in the area to be visited by the principal before the actual trip is undertaken.
• Always be vigilant for suspicious activities or events when travelling with the principals.
• During emergencies remain calm and apply all the tips contained in the UFS Protection of At-Risk Procedure.
• Report suspicious activities or emergency situations immediately to the relevant role players in accordance with UFS reporting protocols.
• Conduct a pre-liminary venue security assessment and escalate any safety and security concerns immediately to the UFS Protection Services management.
• Assess safe entrants, exits and parking to be used by the principal.
• Always liaise with the security functionaries of the host and the event coordinators regarding the event.
• Remain on high alert while at the event for potential risks and threats.
• Remain at the event venue until the event has finished.
• Assist the Protection Services Department with security vulnerability assessments of buildings and or sites as and when such a need arises, in collaboration with Operational Security and Technical Security role players.
• Identify and detect actual and perceived threats facing the university through the collection of stability related and crime related intelligence.
• Assist Protection Services Department with the management of student protests at any campus of the UFS when a need arises.
• Oversee the activities of the Protection Services Ambassadors and expand to the QwaQwa and South Campuses.
• Assist with any Adhoc duties as directed by the line manager.
Inherent requirements:
• A three-year bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma on NQF Level 7 or a three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6, in Security Management, Policing or Criminology.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience in senior security operations/intelligence collection/ investigations.
• A valid PSIRA Grade B registration (attach a copy).
• A valid South African Driving License Code 8 (attach a copy).
• Advanced or Defensive driving certificate or ability to obtain it within six (6) months of appointment (attach a copy of the certificate or mention your undertaking to obtain such a certificate if you are the successful candidate).
• First Aid Level 3 certificate or ability to obtain it within six (6) months of appointment (attach a copy of the certificate or mention your undertaking to obtain such a certificate if you are the successful candidate).
Recommendations:
• Computer literacy.
• Exposure from a safety and security environment.
• Higher education sector experience.
• VIP or Executive Protection Certificate and experience (attach proof).
• Competent to possess a firearm in terms of Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000 (attach proof).
• Knowledge in conducting physical security assessments.
• Knowledge of the UFS systems and protocols in respect of private security companies and off-site security operations.
• Knowledge of the UFS environment and student activities.
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
- 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 plan work and to follow plans.
• 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 negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties: 01 August 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Closing date: 27 July 2025
Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 447,323.31– R 562,750.48 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 9810 / 9813 / 9814 / 9848 / 7659 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: EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026.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
VICE-DEAN: RESEARCH, POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND INTERNATIONALISATION (POST LEVEL 5) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF SERVING A SECOND TERM) (JOB ID 6197)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Office of the Dean: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Middle Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 15/8/2025
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
• Identify and develop current and future research flagships of the faculty.
• Participate in all aspects of the core business of the faculty, but with specific reference to postgraduate students and research.
• Take co-responsibility with the Dean to ensure the achievement of the mission of all faculty-based programmes and innovative initiatives.
• Take co-responsibility with the Dean to provide effective and appropriate research direction and to develop and implement the strategic mission of the faculty, within the broader University context, with a focus on postgraduate students, innovation and research.
• Take responsibility in securing strategic collaboration and third-stream income relating to postgraduate bursaries and research, including the large equipment strategy of the faculty.
• Take co-responsibility with the Dean in investigating and driving new funding opportunities for postgraduate students and research in the faculty
• Take co-responsibility with the Dean to over-see financial management and financial sustainability of research and postgraduate activities of the faculty.
• Chair the Higher Degrees and Research Committee of the Faculty.
• Take responsibility for all activities linked to postgraduate thesis and dissertation submissions and examinations of the faculty.
• Participate in community service pertaining to the postgraduate students and research portfolio.
• Participate in committees both at faculty and university level.
• Take responsibility for all activities linked to engaged scholarship and internalisation of the faculty.
Inherent Job Requirements
• A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 within any of the disciplines of the faculty.
• Experience on management level.
• Proven experience in forming networks and linkages with industry.
• Proven experience with supervision of master's and PhD students.
• Proven evidence of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• NRF-rated scientist/eligible to apply for NRF-rating.
• Appointed at the level of an Associate Professor or full Professor.
• Proven record of research grant applications, innovation, management, and experience in third-stream income generation.
• Superior knowledge of research methodology, postgraduate student support, and management of postgraduate programmes and processes.
• Proven international recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a particular area of academic scholarship (e.g., regularly serves as a reviewer for international/ISI/IBSS journals).
Recommendations
• Established leadership and team-building capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, collaborate, communicate and facilitate in complex environments.
• Knowledgeable about the functioning of the Executive Committee of a faculty.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with impeccable attention to detail.
• Ability to set an overall research and innovation strategy and drive process improvement.
• Evidence of inter-faculty and inter-department collaborations.
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
• Results Orientated:
- 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 be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
- 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.
• 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 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: As soon as possible
Closing date: 15 August 2025
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 9329 or via email VermaakM@ufs.ac.za
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: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026
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
6197: Vice-Dean: Research & Postgrad Studies NAS
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LECTURER (IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATICS) (JOB ID: 6193)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location QwaQwa Campus - QwaQwa, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 25/7/2025
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:
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science and/or Information Systems.
• Supervise honours students and co-supervise master’s students in Computer Science and/or Information Systems.
• Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye-Tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT.
• Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the department.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
Inherent requirements:
Lecturer
• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline (for a permanent appointment)
or
• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• Experience in lecturing at an undergraduate level.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
Recommendations:
• Specialisation in Software Development, Computer Networking and/or Mobile App Development.
• Candidate must be able to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Information Systems, Computer Science and Software Engineering.
• A record of research output.
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 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 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties: 01 September 2025
Closing date: 25 July 2025
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 9813 / 2979 / 9814 / 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 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 6193 Lecturer_Computer Science and Informatics_Qwaqwa Campus
PLEASE APPLY HERE