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UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE (UWC) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE (UWC)
SENIOR LECTURER / LECTURER
Post Number 8033681 (ITS 0341)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Community & Health Sciences -> Psychology
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 3/5/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Community and Health Sciences has a growing reputation as a leading educational provider for undergraduate and postgraduate professional Psychology programmes. The Faculty of Community and Health Sciences is seeking to permanently appoint a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer within the Department of Psychology.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key responsibilities:
Teaching and learning at undergraduate and Psychology Honours level.
Teaching on the professional Masters Clinical Psychology and/or Masters Research Psychology programme.
Research supervision of Psychology Honours and Masters level students.
Research supervision of Doctoral level students, if in possession of a PhD.
Clinical and psychometry supervision of Masters level clinical students if holding an MA in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and three years post registration experience.
Participation in research, curriculum development and staff development.
Developing industry and academic partnerships.
Engaging in community outreach.
Responsible for administrative duties within the department, faculty and the university.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements for Senior Lecturer
• A PhD in Psychology.
• A Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology or Research Psychology or Neuropsychology or general Psychology (i.e., MA Psychology or M. Soc.Sc in Psychology).
• Registration with the HPCSA in Clinical or Counselling Psychology if the applicant holds an MA degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
• Three years post-registration experience if the applicant holds an MA degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Postgraduate research supervision experience.
• Evidence of peer reviewed publications.
Minimum Requirements for Lecturer
• A Master’s degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology or Research Psychology or Neuropsychology or general Psychology (i.e., MA Psychology or M. Soc.Sc in Psychology).
• Registration with the HPCSA in Clinical or Counselling Psychology if the applicant holds an MA degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
• Three years post-registration experience if the applicant holds an MA degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
• Experience in undergraduate teaching.
• Postgraduate research supervision experience.
• Evidence of peer reviewed publications.
Added Advantages
• A PhD in Psychology or progressing towards a PhD (for Lecturer level).
• Demonstrated experience in teaching related to competencies at the Masters Clinical Psychology level if the applicant holds an MA in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (e.g., psychopathology, therapeutic interventions, neuropsychology and psychological assessment).
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Research Psychologist if the applicant holds an MA in Research Psychology.
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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LECTURER NGAP
Post Number ng21
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Library and Information Science
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 26/5/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS PROGRAMME (NGAP)
DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE
LECTURER
Alert to its African and international context, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) strives to be a place of excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in creative and critical ways to the developmental needs of the country. Through its academic project, UWC continues to play a leading role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society in South Africa. The Department of Higher Education and Training (the Department) is implementing the ninth phase of the ‘New Generation of Academics Programme’ (nGAP) of the ‘Staffing South African Universities’ Framework. nGAP involves the recruitment of new academics who display significant potential for scholarship in teaching and research. The programme consists of a 6-year development programme, including short courses on research and teaching development. As a permanently appointed Academic, employment will commence with a reduced teaching load. The workload will increase to a full load within the 6-year period with a spread of responsibilities and levels. Applicable support will be provided by an appointed coach, mentor and all UWC structures and systems, while progress will be monitored to ensure successful completion of the nGAP. As this is a partnership between the Department and UWC, successful candidates will have to comply with the normal employment conditions of UWC, as well as the requirements of the Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the learning and teaching programme at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Willingness to learn and use new teaching technologies, and work in an online environment;
- Supervision of Honours research projects and co-supervision of MA theses;
- Developing their own research and publications profile;
- Contributing to departmental academic administration.
Minimum Requirements
- A minimum of 70% for the Master's degree in Library & Information Studies, or a closely related field;
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating inspirational and transformative student learning experiences,
- Demonstrated experience as a lecturer, graduate lecturing assistant/teaching assistant, or tutor some peer-reviewed scholarly publications/or evidence of manuscript/s submitted for publication consideration.
Added advantages include:
- The ability to teach information literacy, and assist with the supervision of postgraduate theses.
- Expertise in the field of critical theory, information services, document description, ICTs, Research Methods, Open Scholarship, Digital Curation and Data research management would be a strong recommendation.
Additional requirements for all positions include:
- Communication and presentation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning and organising skills
The successful candidate will be required to register for a PhD upon acceptance of the offer as completing a PhD is a key deliverable to successfully completing the 6-year developmental programme. All applicants are required to submit copies of their Academic Transcripts for their Master’s Degree.
For further information about the position (but not applications), please contact Dr Lizette King via email at lking@uwc.ac.za.
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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NGAP LECTURER
Post Number NG19
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Sociology
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 26/5/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS PROGRAMME (nGAP)
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
LECTURER
Alert to its African and international context, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) strives to be a place of excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in creative and critical ways to the developmental needs of the country. Through its academic project, UWC continues to play a leading role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society in South Africa. The Department of Higher Education and Training (the Department) is implementing the ninth phase of the ‘New Generation of Academics Programme’ (nGAP) of the ‘Staffing South African Universities’ Framework. nGAP involves the recruitment of new academics who display significant potential for scholarship in teaching and research. The programme consists of a 6-year development programme, including short courses on research and teaching development. As a permanently appointed Academic, employment will commence with a reduced teaching load. The workload will increase to a full load within the 6-year period with a spread of responsibilities and levels. Applicable support will be provided by an appointed coach, mentor and all UWC structures and systems, while progress will be monitored to ensure successful completion of the nGAP. As this is a partnership between the Department and UWC, successful candidates will have to comply with the normal employment conditions of UWC, as well as the requirements of the Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the learning and teaching programme at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Willingness to learn and use new teaching technologies, and work in an online environment;
- Supervision of Honours research projects and assist in the supervision of MA theses;
- Developing their own research and publications profile; and
- Contributing to departmental academic administration.
Minimum Requirements
- A minimum of 70% for the Master’s degree in Sociology;
- Demonstrated experience as a Sociology lecturer, graduate lecturing assistant/teaching assistant, or tutor; and
- Some peer-reviewed scholarly publication/s or evidence of manuscript/s submitted for publication consideration.
Added advantages include:
- Expertise in quantitative methodology or mixed methods research.
- The ability to assist with the supervision of postgraduate theses.
- Evidence of conference presentation/s.
Additional requirements include:
- Communication and presentation skills
- Iinterpersonal skills
- Planning and organising skills
The successful candidate will be required to register for a PhD upon acceptance of the offer as completing a PhD is key deliverable to successfully completing the 6-year developmental programme. All applicants are required to submit copies of their Academic Transcripts for their Master’s Degree.
Enquiries (not applications) about the post can be emailed to the Chairperson of the Department of Sociology, Prof Emmanuel Mayeza (emayeza@uwc.ac.za).
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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LECTURER NGAP
Post Number NG20
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Afrikaans / Nederlands
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 26/5/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS PROGRAMME” (NGAP)
DEPARTMENT OF AFRIKAANS & NEDERLANDS
LECTURER
Alert to its African and international context, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) strives to be a place of excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in creative and critical ways to the developmental needs of the country. Through its academic project, UWC continues to play a leading role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society in South Africa. The Department of Higher Education and Training (the Department) is implementing the ninth phase of the ‘New Generation of Academics Programme’ (nGAP) of the ‘Staffing South African Universities’ Framework. nGAP involves the recruitment of new academics who display significant potential for scholarship in teaching and research. The programme consists of a 6-year development programme, including short courses on research and teaching development. As a permanently appointed Academic, employment will commence with a reduced teaching load. The workload will increase to a full load within the 6-year period with a spread of responsibilities and levels. Applicable support will be provided by an appointed coach, mentor and all UWC structures and systems, while progress will be monitored to ensure successful completion of the nGAP. As this is a partnership between the Department and UWC, successful candidates will have to comply with the normal employment conditions of UWC, as well as the requirements of the Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the learning and teaching programme at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Willingness to learn and use new teaching technologies, and work in an online environment;
- Supervision of Honours research projects and co-supervision of MA theses;
- Developing their own research and publications profile;
- Contributing to departmental academic administration.
Minimum Requirements
- A minimum of 70% for the Master's degree in Afrikaans Literature, or a closely related field;
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating inspirational and transformative student learning experiences,
- A research and/or creative publications record commensurate with what would be expected of a Lecturer.
Added advantages include:
- The ability to teach modules on Afrikaans Literature at undergraduate and postgraduate level and assist with supervision of postgraduate theses.
- Expertise in Postcolonial, Feminist and Critical Race Theory.
- Supporting the expansion of the department's research niche areas in Black Afrikaans writing and Afrikaans language varieties by organising seminars and publications.
Additional requirements for all positions include:
- Communication and presentation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning and organising skills
The successful candidate will be required to register for a PhD upon acceptance of the offer as completing a PhD is a key deliverable to successfully completing the 6-year developmental programme. All applicants are required to submit copies of their Academic Transcripts for their Master’s Degree.
For further information about the position (but not applications), please contact Dr Donovan Lawrence via email at dlawrence@uwc.ac.za.
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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LECTURER NGAP
Post Number NG22
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Arts and Humanities -> Women's and Gender Studies
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 26/5/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
NEW GENERATION OF ACADEMICS PROGRAMME (NGAP)
DEPARTMENT OF WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES
LECTURER
Alert to its African and international context, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) strives to be a place of excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in creative and critical ways to the developmental needs of the country. Through its academic project, UWC continues to play a leading role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society in South Africa. The Department of Higher Education and Training (the Department) is implementing the ninth phase of the ‘New Generation of Academics Programme’ (nGAP) of the ‘Staffing South African Universities’ Framework. nGAP involves the recruitment of new academics who display significant potential for scholarship in teaching and research. The programme consists of a 6-year development programme, including short courses on research and teaching development. As a permanently appointed Academic, employment will commence with a reduced teaching load. The workload will increase to a full load within the 6-year period with a spread of responsibilities and levels. Applicable support will be provided by an appointed coach, mentor and all UWC structures and systems, while progress will be monitored to ensure successful completion of the nGAP. As this is a partnership between the Department and UWC, successful candidates will have to comply with the normal employment conditions of UWC, as well as the requirements of the Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the learning and teaching programme at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
- Willingness to explore digital teaching and learning technologies and approaches.
- Supervision of Honours research projects and assisting with other postgraduate theses.
- Developing an independent research and publications profile;
- Contributing to departmental academic administration.
Minimum Requirements
- A minimum of 70% for the Master's degree in Women’s and Gender Studies
- Demonstrated experience as a Sociology lecturer, graduate lecturing assistant/teaching assistant, or tutor
- Familiarity with online teaching and learning platforms
- Some peer-reviewed scholarly publications/or evidence of manuscript/s submitted for publication consideration
- Demonstrable familiarity with feminist and decolonial theory, methodology and pedagogy
- Excellent verbal and written English skills
Added advantages include:
- The ability to assist with the supervision of postgraduate theses.
- Fluency in at least one African language
- A publication record
Additional requirements for all positions include:
- Communication and presentation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning and organising skills
The successful candidate will be required to register for a PhD upon acceptance of the offer as completing a PhD is key deliverable to successfully completing the 6-year developmental programme. All applicants are required to submit copies of their Academic Transcripts for their Master’s Degree.
For further information about the position (but not applications), please contact Prof S Ngabaza via email at: sngabaza@uwc.ac.za
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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FACULTY OFFICER
Post Number 8020286 (ITS 0859)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Community & Health Sciences -> Dean's Office: Community & Health Sciences
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Bellville Medical Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 26/4/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Faculty of Community and Health Sciences at the University of the Western Cape is situated on two campuses namely; Main campus and Bellville campus. The Faculty is one of the leading institutions for the education of community and health sciences professionals in South Africa. The Faculty offers professional qualifications in Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Community Development, Inter-professional Education, Interdisciplinary Studies of Children Families and Society (CISCFS), Complementary Medicine, Public Health and Biokinetics. We currently have a position available for an experienced administrator at our Faculty office to be responsible for the Faculty’s public relations, events and related administration. Reporting to the Faculty Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for and not limited to: monitoring and updating of faculty website and social media platforms; marketing and marketing material; organise special Faculty staff and students’ events; compile faculty newsletter and annual report; organise the Deans annual awards ceremony; responsible for faculty’s recruitment drives and open days; responsible for Faculty’s orientation programmes; provide PR support to faculty’s community outreach programmes. The incumbent will also be the committee officer for Faculty Board and liaise regularly with the Deanery, student enrolment management unit, ICS, departments, staff members, students, faculties, tertiary institutions and external organisations.
Minimum Requirements
• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) and at least three years Higher Education academic administration experience
• Expertise in MS office with advanced Excel functionalities and familiarity with Google products and applications
• Excellent office management, minute taking and report writing skills
• Experience with data capturing, processing and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability in utilising digital media electronic tools for effective communication
• At least three years’ experience in Marketing
• A valid driver’s licence
Added Advantages
• Working knowledge and or experience of a Student Enrolment Management System
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and without supervision
A submission of a portfolio of evidence in drafting newsletters, annual reports and organising events is a necessity
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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CO-ORDINATOR: PLACEMENT
Post Number 8021450
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Student Development & Support -> Residential Services
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 23/4/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The Division for Student Development and Support (SDS), at the University of the Western Cape, plays a leading role in creating a holistically focused, enabling environment and provides excellent opportunities for students to develop to their full potential as active scholars and responsive citizens in South Africa.
Applications for the post of Coordinator: Placement, in the Residential Services department, are invited from dynamic and vibrant individuals with demonstrated student housing experience within a tertiary institution, who have a quest for constant self-improvement and development and the growth, development and support of others.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of the student residence placement processes and systems which include applications, admissions, placements and billing in line with the Department and University strategic objectives.
Purpose of the Job
- Coordinate the entire student placement process on the RSMS and team of placement officers.
- Develop and implement annual operational plans for the student accommodation applications, administration, placement, and allocation.
- Ensure strict adherence to the Readmission Placement Policy.
- Ensure strict monitoring of the process and evaluation of the process cycle annually.
- Report on progress to the Manager: Placement during peak times on weekly basis.
- Manage relationships with stakeholders regarding placement strategies within the institution.
- Collaborate with the Coordinator: Private Accommodation pertaining to movement of students.
- Senior Certificate
- Administration Degree or Advance Administration Diploma (NQF 7)
- 5 years relevant demonstrated working experience on IT automated system.
- Knowledge of student applications, placements and allocations in a mass student housing environment.
- A valid code B drivers licence must be in possession at the time of application and the applicant must be in possession of the licence for at least two (2) years
Required competencies
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to handle discretion/confidentiality
- Communication (Verbal & Written)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Attention to Detail
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll.
For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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