UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) VACANCIES

 
 

DIRECTOR OF THE SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTANCY (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF SERVING A SECOND TERM) (JOB ID: 6351)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> School of Accountancy
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Middle Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026
 
Description
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY PERMANENT ACADEMIC STAFF WITHIN THE SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTANCY WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST.
 
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:
•    Provide academic leadership by creating and executing strategies to establish the School of Accountancy as a leader in the discipline vis-à-vis competing national and international entities.
•    Responsible for directing the academic debate in the school.
•    Responsible for influencing the school's overall climate and culture.
•    Responsible for energising everybody in the school and beyond.
•    Responsible for shaping the future of the school.
•    Maintain accreditation status and good relations with professional bodies, including SAICA, ACCA, SAIPA, CIMA and SAIT.
•    Contribute to the overall leadership in the faculty.
•    Responsible for frequent and continuous planning and execution of plans, general organising and coordinating of staff, students, and activities, mentoring, and motivating staff, structing, and exercising overall control.
•    Create an atmosphere of collaboration among staff.
•    Responsible for effective internal and external communication.
•    The Director of School is pivotal in linking the school’s staff and students with the University’s management and administration through communication, negotiation, and consultation.
•    Active participation and involvement in faculty management structures, attending meetings, leading project teams, representing the department and faculty, and fulfilling the roles of liaison officer and marketer, when necessary.
•    Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures, e.g., Senate.
•    Initiate, formulate, and implement a visionary academic strategy for the school that is aligned with and supportive of the guiding strategic documents of the UFS and faculty.
•    Ensure the provision of top-quality, research-informed facilitation of learning at all levels of teaching in the school.
•    Ensure relevance of content, material, and presentation in all modules.
•    Ensure the enhancement of student experiences and their continuous engagement in academic debates.
•    Ensure that adequate rules and regulations are in place to optimally deliver high-quality teaching and learning programmes on both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
•    Adhere to all the rules and regulations of the UFS, faculty and school.
•    Ensure quality and timely feedback on student work.
•    Ensure proper and quality-driven academic advice and support to all under- and postgraduate students in the school.
•    Ensure the revisiting and development of fresh learning programmes that will help to position the school as a leader in the fraternity.
•    Create and maintain a visionary research strategy for the school.
•    Create and maintain an environment that encourages research, leading to strong and active research habits and a culture of inquiry.
•    Ensure that every academic staff member is engaged in quality-driven and discipline-specific research.
•    Ensure that postgraduate students are recruited to broaden the research base of the department and ethical requirements are met.
•    Guide and support senior academics towards acquiring NRF ratings.
•    Ensure active engagement with the faculty research committee and the UFS Directorate of Research Development in order to ensure sustainable financial support for research initiatives.
•    Plan and implement a fair and reasonable dispensation regarding the workload of staff members in the school.
•    Plan and implement a clear and reasonable career path for every staff member in the school, taking account of the strategic plans of the University, faculty and school.
•    Implement appropriate mentoring interventions where and whenever it is needed.
•    Manage staff performance in accordance with existing university policies and procedures.
•    Responsible for recruitment and selection of scholars in the case of vacancies and/or specific strategic needs, whenever strategic repositioning requires expansion of academic endeavours.
•    Create and maintain a scholarship-friendly environment in the school.
•    Plan and oversee effective and relevant staff development.
•    Responsible for financial management culminating annual budgeting, financial planning, allocation of funds and financial control.
•    Adhere to the UFS's financial policies and procedures.
•    Encourage and actively support academic staff members to apply for external research and other grants.
 
Inherent requirements:
•    A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10  in an Accountancy discipline (e.g., Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Taxation, auditing, Ethics).
•    CA(SA)
•    Appointed as a Senior Lecturer or higher.
•    Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as an academic in the Higher Education environment.
•    Full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of the School of Accountancy at the University of the Free State.
 
Recommendations: 
•    Proven experience in a leadership role within a department, research centre, and/or institute.
•    Proven skills in data analysis using IBM SPSS, AMOS, PLS
 
Competencies
Required competencies: 
•    Results oriented.
-    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 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 negotiate, sell, influence and persuade others.
-    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
 
 
Assumption of duties: 1 March 2026 
 
Closing date: 1 February 2026
 
Allowance: An allowance is payable, which is calculated according to a transparent formula approved by the relevant decision-making structures of the UFS.  The value of the allowance is available on request.  
 
Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 2558 or email at ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 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
 Director of the School of Accountancy (Contract appointment: 5 years, with the possibility of serving a second term) (Job ID: 6351)
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

OFFICER MANAGER (POST LEVEL 11) (JOB ID: 6343)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Office of the Dean: Faculty of Education
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 1/2/2026
 
Description
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY FULL-TIME PERMANENT SUPPORT STAFF FROM THE  UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST
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:
 Support to the Dean
•    Provide a professional service to the Dean’s office by attending to all telephonic, email, and other enquiries to the Dean.
•    Provide an effective interface between the office of the Dean and members of the University community, public, private, and community organisations, and business and government sectors.
•    Provide support to the Dean by dealing with or referring enquiries.
•    Contact and liaise with internal and external visitors and staff members who enter the Dean’s office in a friendly and professional manner. This includes screening of visitors to the Dean’s office.
•    Help other staff of the Dean’s office as and when required, to guide visitors, take messages, and make phone calls.
•    Total management of the diary of the Dean, including setting up meetings with relevant departments, committees, and or external stakeholders. Making, cancelling, or changing appointments when necessary to accommodate important commitments.
•    Ensure that the diary is kept up to date.
•    Compile the Dean’s daily programme, ensuring that he/she is familiar with it and that all the relevant documents are available.
•    Alert the Dean to urgent and important matters on a day-to-day basis.
•    Scrutinise and record details of all incoming mail, print out relevant messages, and prioritise according to urgency, and redirect inappropriately addressed mail to the correct quarter.
•    Investigate complex queries and prepare responses/reports for the Dean.
•    Maintain a pending system for following up previous correspondence and referring items to the Dean for follow-up action.
•    Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

Office Administration
•    Deal with general administration, including typing, dispatching faxes, emails, correspondence, reports, directives, schedules, references, and other documentation.
•    Maintain a register of leave applications for other staff reporting to the Dean, including an overseas/special leave register of all Faculty staff.
•    Ensure office compliance with safety regulations and arrange for maintenance and repairs when necessary
•    Maintain a filing system. 
•    Monitor telephone accounts of staff reporting to the Dean and bring any discrepancies to his/her attention.

Financial Administration
•    Arrange travel and accommodation bookings for the Dean.
•    Obtain and appraise quotes, and process orders for all office requirements.
•    Generate and process invoices and other payments relating to purchases, renewal of subscriptions, subsistence and travel, etc.
•    Liaise with the Finance Department to transfer funds to the required allocation code.
 
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 Office Management/Administration or closely related field.
•    Minimum of two (2) years of relevant administrative experience.

Recommendations:
•    Three (3) years of relevant administrative experience.
•    Knowledge of the PeopleSoft system, especially Finance and Human Resources systems.
•    Knowledge of the procedures of the Faculty and the University (including financial procedures, faculty and UFS rules, human resources policies and procedures, and budgeting processes).
•    Understanding of staff management and leadership.
 
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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
 
Assumption of duties: 01 April 2026
 
Closing date: 1 February 2026 
 
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 2558 or email manzanal@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 2979 / 2876 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
 Officer Manager (post level 11) Job ID: 6343
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

PROFESSIONAL NURSE (25 HOURS PER WEEK) (POST LEVEL 9) (JOB ID: 6342)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture -> Health Centre
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location South Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 3/2/2026
 
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:
•    Perform professional clinical duties at the Primary Health Clinic.
•    Provide HIV testing and counselling.
•    Perform other relevant duties as required by the line manager. 
•    Capture clinical notes on the electronic medical system.
•    Quality Control of the clinic.
•    Ordering and stock control of medication and equipment for the clinic.
•    Handle emergencies on campus.
•    Assist with first aid services at sports events on campus where necessary.
•    Arrange and assist with awareness campaigns regarding health and HIV on campus.
•    Implementation of prevention programs and initiatives.
•    Present information sessions to the campus community.
•    Liaise with internal and external role-players. 
•    Assist on Bloemfontein Campus with clinical duties where necessary.
•    Travel independently between Bloemfontein and South Campus.
 
Inherent requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 or a three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6 in general nursing, psychiatric, midwifery and community nursing) (attach a copy).
•    Post basic diploma/degree in Primary Healthcare (attach a copy).
•    Valid dispensing certificate (attach a copy).
•    Certificate in HIV testing and counselling (attach a copy).
•    Completed the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course (attach a copy).
•    Knowledge of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
•    Proof of registration at the South African Nursing Council (SANC) (attach a copy).
•    Minimum of two (2)  years’ relevant experience in a primary health care clinic environment.
•    A valid driver’s licence (attach a copy).
 
Recommendations:
•    Own transport
•    Dispensing license (attach a copy)
•    Previous working experience with young adults/students
Competencies
Required competencies: 
•    Results orientated:
o    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and adapt to evolving situations.
o    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    Strategic thinking:
o    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
o    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
 
 
Assumption of duties: 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible.
 
Closing date: 3 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 7659 or email SejanamaneP@ufs.ac.zaor Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2558/2876 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.
 
Additional Information
 Professional Nurse (25 hours per week) (post level 9) (Job ID: 6342)
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

LECTURER: EDUCATION PSYCHOLOGY AND/OR LIFE SKILLS (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) (JOB ID: 6337)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Department of Education Foundations
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location QwaQwa Campus - QwaQwa, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 12/2/2026
 
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:
•    Present undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Education Psychology and/ or life skills mainly and general education modules.
•    Participate in the work integrated learning programme of the faculty (teaching practice).
•    Ensure active involvement in the research activities of the faculty.
•    Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Education Psychology and/or life skills specifically.
•    Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
•    Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
•    Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty.
Inherent requirements:
 •    A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education Psychology and/or life skills as the focus of specialisation. 
or
•    Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Education Psychology and/or life skills as the focus of specialisation and registered for a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Education Psychology and/or life skills as the focus of specialisation (attach proof of registration).
•    Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the teaching, learning and assessment of Education Psychology and/or life skills (attach an abstract).
•    A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) with Life Skills and/or Life Orientation as major(s) (attach a copy).
•    A minimum of five (5) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or a minimum of two (2) year relevant teaching experience in a higher education environment.
•    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:
•    A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals,
•    Experience in postgraduate supervision
 
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 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:
-    Proficient in using MS Office.
-    Good research and writing skills.
•    Leading:
-    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.
 

Assumption of duties: 1 April 2026
 
Closing date: 12 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 2979 / 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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

ASSISTANT OFFICER (POST LEVEL 13) (JOB ID: 6348)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice- Chancellor and Principal -> Communication and Marketing
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 30/1/2026
 
Description
IMPORTANT:  ONLY INTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
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:
Merchandise Store 
•    Ensure stock meetings with the line manager are arranged monthly. 
•    Order merchandise for KovsieGear after approval of line manager.
•    Administer the KovsieGear generic e-mail address in the absence of the Senior Assistant Officer.
•    Assist with marketing of KovsieGear amongst stockholders.
•    Label and unpack new merchandise.
•    Report stock request via e-mail to management.  This includes special ideas and the shortage of specific sizes of existing stock.
•    Manage the front desk.
•    Perform general clerical (photocopying, mailing and filling).
•    Answer telephone calls and take messages.
•    Assist clients with orders online and supply quotations for merchandise requests.
•    Arrange for courier costs and submit quotation to the client and arrange for the package to be collected (online purchases).
•    Promote the image and reputation of KovsieGear by conducting in a professional manner.
•    Set up events on and off the Bloemfontein Campus according to the marketing plan(this includes all arrangements for venues, accommodation and travelling, the in and out booking of stock to exhibitions, including graduation ceremony displays and other marketing events)
•    Keep the shop tidy and shelves neat and orderly.
•    Responsible for marketing, promotions and sale implementation in store and on campus.
•    Responsible for ensuring KovsieGear merchandise is displayed on all the shop’s windows and manikins

Financial Administration 
•    Control daily cash-up & report variances in absence of financial officer
•    Follow up quotations within 48 hours and supply customers with the correct and timeous information
•    Invoice departmental sales on Pastel
•    Assist with the financial aspects of the marketing and exhibitions on Qwaqwa, South Campus and other exhibitions on the Bloemfontein Campus
•    Assist with bigger marketing exhibitions and ensure that the correct financial procedures are followed
•    Create Pastel Purchase Orders, submit requisitions & send purchase orders to suppliers.
•    Responsible for submitting journal transfer in the absence of Financial Officer. 
•    Enter financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets, including invoices, receipts, expense claims, and other financial documents. 
•    Maintain organized records and filing systems for easy retrieval and reference.
•    Assist with the processing of supplier invoices, verifying details such as quantities, prices, and payment terms in the absence of the Financial Officer.
•    Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes, resolve discrepancies, and ensure approval and payment processing in the absence of the Financial Officer.
•    Prepare and process petty cash transactions, maintain accurate records, and replenish petty cash funds as required, in the absence of Financial Officer.

Stock Control 
•    Quality control of stock in storerooms.
•    Monitor stock levels and movements by conducting physical stock counts, reconciling discrepancies, and updating inventory records using electronic or manual systems.
•    Coordinate with purchasing or procurement teams to replenish stock based on inventory levels, sales trends, and demand forecasts to ensure adequate stock availability to meet customer demand.
•    Control of stock movement between stock rooms.
•    Maintain accuracy of physical stock available.
•    Set out stock for KovsieGear Qwaqwa and Kovsie INN and logistics thereof.
•    Stock counts on a manual basis.
•    Daily stock counts, as well as investigate any variances.
•    Risk control procedure to be implemented and monitored consistently in cooperation with the financial officer.
•    Assist with Stock-take within KovsieGear.

Brand and Client Relationship Management 
•    Ensure professional customer service and the upholding of the image of the shop continuously.
•    Serve customers in the shop and the selling of merchandise, including wrapping of gifts and customer service continuously.
•    Liaise with designated customer groupings regarding quotations and the ordering of merchandise.
•    Assist with organizing the banners within DCM for events within the institution.

Inherent requirements:
•    Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4.
•    A minimum of one (1) year’s relevant experience related to the duties and responsibilities. 
Recommendations:
•    Knowledge of Microsoft programmes, Pastel and PeopleSoft
 
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 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 negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
-    The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
 
Assumption of duties: As soon as possible 
 
Closing date: 30 January 2026
Salary: The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R218 298.69 – R365 979.80 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 2558 or email ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 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: 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.
 
Additional Information
 Assistant Officer (post level 13) (Job ID: 6348)
 
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LECTURER: FOUNDATION PHASE AND/OR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 5 YEARS) (JOB ID: 6336)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Department of Childhood Education
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Junior Management
Location QwaQwa Campus - QwaQwa, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 12/2/2026
 
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:
•    Present undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Foundation Phase and/or Early Childhood Development (ECD), mainly and general education modules.
•    Participate in the work integrated learning programme of the faculty (teaching practice).
•    Ensure active involvement in the research activities of the faculty.
•    Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Foundation Phase/ECD specifically.
•    Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
•    Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
•    Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty.
 
Inherent requirements:
 •    A Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Foundation Phase and/or ECD as the focus of specialisation.
 or
•    Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Foundation Phase and/or ECD as the focus of specialisation and registered for a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Foundation Phase and/or ECD as the focus of specialisation (attach proof of registration).
•    Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the teaching, learning and assessment of Foundation Phase and/or ECD (attach an abstract).
•    A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) with Foundation Phase and/or ECD as major(s) (attach a copy).
•    A minimum of five (5) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or a minimum of two (2) year relevant teaching experience in a higher education environment.
•    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:
•    A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals,
•    Experience in postgraduate supervision
 
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 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:
-    Proficient in using MS Office.
-    Good research and writing skills.
•    Leading:
-    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.
 

Assumption of duties: 1 April 2026
 
Closing date: 12 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 2979 / 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
 Advert
 
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DIRECTOR: STUDENT LIFE AND GOVERNANCE (POST LEVEL 5) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: FIVE YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF REAPPOINTMENT FOR A FURTHER TERM) (JOB ID 6338)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Middle Management
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 13/2/2026
 
Description
The Director: Student Life and Governance provides strategic, operational, and governance leadership to the integrated Student Life and Student Governance Portfolio, ensuring the holistic development, engagement, and success of students. The role strengthens institutional governance, student leadership development, co-curricular programming, and campus culture, while assisting the Executive Director: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture with the execution of strategic responsibilities across the portfolio.
This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the University of the Free State’s Vision 130 goals by creating an enabling student environment, fostering ethical governance, and developing a cohesive, supportive, and transformative student experience in line with the re-imagined Student Affairs structure and strategic direction. 
 
Duties and responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
•    Provide strategic direction for Student Life and Student Governance, ensuring strong alignment with Vision 130 and the integrated Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture portfolio.
•    Assist the Executive Director in conceptualising, implementing, and monitoring strategic initiatives across Student Affairs.
•    Strengthen the student experience, campus life, and governance stability through strategic programmes, systems, and partnerships.
•    Lead the development and implementation of student life and student governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
Governance and Compliance:
•    Oversee Student Governance, including SRC governance, student leadership structures, student constitutions, and electoral processes.
•    Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, UFS Statute, governance protocols, and institutional policy frameworks.
•    Strengthen governance systems to support ethical leadership, accountability, and transparent decision-making.
•    Partner with Legal Services to ensure adherence to rules, governance instruments, and disciplinary codes.
Operational Leadership of Student Life and Governance Units:
•    Oversee and provide strategic direction to the following units:
    o    Career Services
    o    Student Leadership Development
    o    Food Environment Programme
    o    KovsieACT (Co-curricular Student Development)
    o    Student Research & Development Office
    o    Student Governance
•    Ensure integration, collaboration, and synergy among all units for a coherent student development and engagement model.
Student Leadership Development:
•    Lead comprehensive student leadership development programmes fostering ethical leadership, governance capability, and personal growth.
•    Provide mentorship and advisory support to student structures.
•    Coordinate leadership pipeline development for emerging student leaders.
Student Engagement and Co-Curricular Development:
•    Drive high-impact co-curricular programmes, events, and activities to enhance the student engagement ecosystem.
•    Strengthen partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to broaden student learning pathways.
•    Oversee and ensure quality of KovsieACT offerings, experiential learning, and graduate attribute development.
Risk, Crisis and Stability Management:
•    Provide leadership during student-related crises, unrest, or governance instability.
•    Work closely with the Executive Director and relevant units to ensure early identification of emerging risks and effective mitigation.
•    Contribute to policy and procedure refinement to ensure institution-wide stability and student well-being.
Institutional Advisory and Representation:
•    Serve as the primary advisor to the Executive Director on all student life and governance matters.
•    Represent the division on relevant university committees, task teams, and governance structures.
•    Provide regular reporting, analytics, and trend insights to inform executive decision-making.
People and Resource Management:
•    Lead, manage, and develop staff across the integrated portfolio.
•    Ensure optimal resource allocation, performance management, and staff professional development.
•    Oversee budgeting and financial management for Student Life and Governance.
 
Inherent Job Requirements
•    A master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Higher Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Organisational Leadership, Law, or a related field.
•    A minimum of 8 years of relevant progressive management experience with 5 years at middle management level in higher education, governance, student affairs, or related environments.
•    Demonstrated experience across all or most of the following areas:
    o    Oversight of student governance
    o    Leadership development
    o    Management of  all units within this portfolio
    o    Strategic planning and execution
    o    Policy development and compliance
 
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
•    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. 
-    The ability to maintain composure and self-control.
-    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    Strategic Thinking:
-    Strategic thinking and planning.
-    Change leadership.
-    Governance and compliance expertise.
-    Stakeholder engagement and relationship-building.
•    Business Acumen:
-    Programme management.
-    Crisis and risk management.
-    Policy development.
-    Conflict resolution.
-    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. 
-    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•    Building Coalitions:
-    High emotional intelligence.
-    Strong communication and negotiation skills.
-    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
 
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).
 
Assumption of duties: As soon as possible.
 
Closing date: 13 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 contact vermaakm@ufs.ac.za or phone 051 401 9329.  In addition, kindly contact 051 401 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
 6338: Director: Student Life and Governance Advert
 
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OFFICE MANAGER (POST LEVEL 9): EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ADVANCEMENT (JOB ID 6347)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice- Chancellor and Principal -> Advancement
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:
​​​​​General office operations (including secretarial and reception services):
•    Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Executive Director: Institutional Advancement.
•    Manage the Executive Director’s diary extensively by organising the daily/weekly/monthly commitments and ensuring that all the commitments are honoured.
•    Handle correspondence (incoming calls and messages, emails) and respond to queries as appropriate.
•    Receive and welcome visitors.
•    Ensure that the office is adequately provisioned.
•    Arrange meetings, including refreshments as required and the preparation of venues for meetings.
•    Maintain digital and physical records for the Executive Director.
•    Arrange travel and accommodation for the Executive Director during official business trips and conferences.
•    Report and control maintenance work in the office.
•    Order office supplies and keep track of office inventories.
General administration (including meeting administration):
•    Ensure alignment of the office administration with university procedures, processes, and policies.
•    Compile agendas, registers, take minutes at meetings, disseminate and file for accurate record keeping.
•    Ensure that documentation is kept safely and securely to maintain confidentiality.
•    Assist the Executive Director with the drafting and submission of monthly/quarterly and annual reports.
•    Administer and distribute relevant reports for various committees and forums.
•    Support/coordinate projects/events/campaigns when needed.
Stakeholder engagement:
•    Maintain a trusting and open relationship with the other departments within the UFS and with other stakeholders regarding the office’s operations.
•    Build and maintain good and professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
•    Act as a liaison between the office of the Executive Director and other business units at the university.
•    Coordinate invitations received – acceptance/rejections and communicate accordingly, updating diary.
•    Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Financial administration:
•    Process requisitions for purchases and payment of invoices for the office.
•    Arrange local and international travel and accommodation and reconcile advances received for actual expenses for travel and accommodation.
•    Ensure sufficient office supplies are ordered as relevant. 
•    Control and report on entities.
•    Conduct petty cash reconciliation.
•    Process claim forms following business trips.
 
Inherent Job Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 in Office Management/Administration, Business/Public Management/Administration, Human Resources/Marketing/Communications or a closely related field.
•    Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.
 
Recommendations:
•    Experience within the higher-education environment.
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.
 
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
•    Results-Oriented:
-    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 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.
-    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: 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 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za.. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 2876  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
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

SENIOR ASSISTANT OFFICER: APPEALS AND GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (POST LEVEL 12): OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: ACADEMIC (JOB ID 6344)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice- Chancellor and Principal -> Top Management
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 2/2/2026
 
Description
INTERNAL ADVERT: Please note that only staff members who are in the employ of the University of the Free State as at the closing date of this advertisement will be eligible for consideration for this post.
 
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:
•    Liaise with the Teaching and Learning Managers to ensure timeous submission of appeal.
•    Liaise with students applying for the review on appeal if necessary.
•    Responsible for the submission of appeal documentation to Meeting Administration.
•    Monitor and manage the email address/platform by which students may log requests for the review of academic appeals.
•    Attend meetings of the University Readmissions Review Tribunal (URRT) and record the decisions of the committee.
•    Inform the Office of the Registrar of the resolutions made by the URRT concerning the appeal cases.
•    Draft letters in which the students are informed of resolutions.
•    Compile and submit the annual report on appeals and review of appeals.
•    Liaise with the Faculties to gather the data needed for the annual report.
•    Assist the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic with designing, implementing, and monitoring strategic projects managed from the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic.
•    Assist the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic with compiling reports related to strategic projects. 
•    Liaise with internal structures on behalf of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic to gather data and information on request of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic.
•    Offer administrative assistance to the Deputy Vice Chancellor’s Office Manager when necessary, or when the Office Manager is on leave, including meeting preparation, making logistical arrangements, planning office-related events, receiving guests, making and answering phone calls, responding to emails, and running errands both on and off campus. 
•    Consider and investigate queries sent to the office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor by students, staff, and external stakeholders, and provide feedback to relevant parties.  
 
Inherent Job Requirements:
​​​​​​​•    A relevant bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 in social sciences (BSocSC), commerce (BCom), administration (BAdmin), or a related field. 
•    A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in a university administrative position.
 
Recommendations:
​​​​​​​•    Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in social sciences (BSocSC Hons), commerce (BCom Hons), administration (BAdmin Hons), or related fields. 
•    Knowledge of university administrative systems (e.g., PeopleSoft).
 
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
•    Results-Oriented:
-    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
-    The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
•    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 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
 
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: As soon as possible
 
Closing date: 2 February 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 2876 / 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: 
  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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

OFFICER (POST LEVEL 11) (JOB ID 6335)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture -> Institutional Social Support Office
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
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:
•    Serve as the liaison between Information and Communication Technology Services (ICT) and external developers, supplying technical information to support the Institutional Social Support Office (ISSO) digitisation plan.
•    Monitor the case management system to ensure ongoing functionality; escalate any system challenge to ICT.
•    Extract and compile monthly case management statistics for integration into ISSO reports.
•    Optimise the use of Microsoft Office tools for streamlined administration and documentation.
•    Coordinate with ICT to support application development for all divisional programs, including providing consolidated spreadsheets of applicants and supporting documents for panel review.
•    Manage student delegations for international engagements.
•    Optimise the use of Blackboard for the Global Citizenship Programme (GCP) pre-departure training.
•    Coordinate with stakeholders for the successful delivery of pre-departure workshops.
•    Serve as  a key contributor to the Local Organising Committee of the annual UFS Student Well-Being Summit:
-    Develop a universal registration process for both internal and external delegates.
-    Design an inclusive, universally accessible attendance register.
-    Maintain detailed delegate records, including dietary needs, gender identity, clothing sizes, accessibility requirements, and invoices.
•    Compile and maintain the ISSO bereavement report for submission to the Executive Director: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture  via SharePoint.
•    Prepare and consolidate ISSO reports to accurately reflect key activities, progress, and strategic goals.
•    Collaborate with the Centre for Teaching and Learning in the production and implementation of The Lekgotla Podcast: The Men’s Well-being Podcast.
•    Coordinate with institutional units where required: HIV Unit, Protection Services, Student Counselling, Kovsie Sport & Arts, Housing and Residence Affairs, and any other relevant department.
•    Carry out additional duties as delegated by the Head of Department.
•    Collaborate with the Department of Communication and Marketing (DCM) to keep the ISSO and Executive Director: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culturewebpages up to date with relevant content.
•    Coordinate ISSO’s social media presence in partnership with DCM, ensuring regular content updates and engagement.
•    Ensure all branding and communications comply with UFS branding guidelines.
•    Develop and maintain ISSO newsletter publications.
 
Inherent requirements:
•    A Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B.Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF Level 7 in an IT-related field.
•    A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience, of which one (1) year must have been in Higher Education within an IT-related environment.
•    A valid driver's license (attach a copy), with one year of driving experience. 
 
Recommendations:
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
•    Advanced project management experience.
•    Knowledge of the content management system and cloud platforms
 
Competencies
Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:
-    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
-    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    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 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: As soon as possible
 
Closing date: 1 February 2026
 
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 2558 or email ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2876/7659   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: 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
 Officer (post level 11) (Job ID 6335)
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

OFFICER (POST LEVEL 11) (JOB ID 6335)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture -> Institutional Social Support Office
Contract Type Permanent
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
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:
•    Serve as the liaison between Information and Communication Technology Services (ICT) and external developers, supplying technical information to support the Institutional Social Support Office (ISSO) digitisation plan.
•    Monitor the case management system to ensure ongoing functionality; escalate any system challenge to ICT.
•    Extract and compile monthly case management statistics for integration into ISSO reports.
•    Optimise the use of Microsoft Office tools for streamlined administration and documentation.
•    Coordinate with ICT to support application development for all divisional programs, including providing consolidated spreadsheets of applicants and supporting documents for panel review.
•    Manage student delegations for international engagements.
•    Optimise the use of Blackboard for the Global Citizenship Programme (GCP) pre-departure training.
•    Coordinate with stakeholders for the successful delivery of pre-departure workshops.
•    Serve as  a key contributor to the Local Organising Committee of the annual UFS Student Well-Being Summit:
-    Develop a universal registration process for both internal and external delegates.
-    Design an inclusive, universally accessible attendance register.
-    Maintain detailed delegate records, including dietary needs, gender identity, clothing sizes, accessibility requirements, and invoices.
•    Compile and maintain the ISSO bereavement report for submission to the Executive Director: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture  via SharePoint.
•    Prepare and consolidate ISSO reports to accurately reflect key activities, progress, and strategic goals.
•    Collaborate with the Centre for Teaching and Learning in the production and implementation of The Lekgotla Podcast: The Men’s Well-being Podcast.
•    Coordinate with institutional units where required: HIV Unit, Protection Services, Student Counselling, Kovsie Sport & Arts, Housing and Residence Affairs, and any other relevant department.
•    Carry out additional duties as delegated by the Head of Department.
•    Collaborate with the Department of Communication and Marketing (DCM) to keep the ISSO and Executive Director: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culturewebpages up to date with relevant content.
•    Coordinate ISSO’s social media presence in partnership with DCM, ensuring regular content updates and engagement.
•    Ensure all branding and communications comply with UFS branding guidelines.
•    Develop and maintain ISSO newsletter publications.
 
Inherent requirements:
•    A Bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B.Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF Level 7 in an IT-related field.
•    A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant working experience, of which one (1) year must have been in Higher Education within an IT-related environment.
•    A valid driver's license (attach a copy), with one year of driving experience. 
 
Recommendations:
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
•    Advanced project management experience.
•    Knowledge of the content management system and cloud platforms
 
Competencies
Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:
-    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
-    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    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 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: As soon as possible
 
Closing date: 1 February 2026
 
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 2558 or email ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2876/7659   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: 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
 Officer (post level 11) (Job ID 6335)
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE

 
 
 
 
 

​INTERNSHIP (6 BLOEMFONTEIN AND 1 SOUTH CAMPUS POSITIONS) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 12 MONTHS): BLENDED LEARNING INNOVATION SUPPORT SERVICES- BLISS (JOB ID 6346)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning
Contract Type
Occupational Level Temporary
Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
South Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA
Closing Date
27/1/2026
 
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 user support at the Educational Technology Helpdesk (e.g. Blackboard, Turnitin, Panopto, Feedback Fruits).
•    Migrate content/assessments/activities from Blackboard to Brightspace/D2L.
•    Assist with quality assurance of migrated courses from Blackboard to Brightspace/D2L.
•    Provide Brightspace/D2L student training and support.
•    Provide general project administration and support for the Learning Management System (LMS) migration project.
 
Inherent Job Requirements:
•    A Bachelor`s degree or a B Tech degree on NQF Level 7.
 
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:
•    Experience in the use of Blackboard as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, Facilitator or Marker.
 
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
Required competencies: 
•    Results-Oriented: 
-    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 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. 
 
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).
 
Assumption of duties: 1 March 2026 
 
Closing date: 27 January 2026
 
Salary: The salary is R9 100.50 per month
 
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE

​INTERN (3 POSITIONS) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: 12 MONTHS) (JOB ID: 6345)
Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning
Contract Type Contract
Occupational Level Semi-Skilled
Location QwaQwa Campus - QwaQwa, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/1/2026
 
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:
•    Provide user support at the Educational Technology Helpdesk (e.g. Blackboard, Turnitin, Panopto, Feedback Fruits).
•    Migrate content/assessments/activities from Blackboard to Brightspace/D2L.
•    Assist with quality assurance of migrated courses from Blackboard to Brightspace/D2L.
•    Provide Brightspace/D2L student training and support.
•    Provide general project administration and support for the Learning Management System (LMS) migration project.
 
Inherent requirements:
•    A Bachelor`s degree or a B Tech degree on NQF Level 7.
 
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:
•    Experience in the use of Blackboard as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, Facilitator or Marker.
 
Competencies
Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:
-    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
-    The ability to stick with tasks, not to give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one`s task.
•    Strategic Thinking:
-    The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
-    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 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 sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
-    The ability to be self-assured and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
 
Assumption of duties: 1 March 2026 
Closing date: 27 January 2026
Salary: The salary is R9 100.50 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 2876/ 2979/ 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:   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
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PLEASE APPLY HERE