UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE (UFS) SENIOR DIRECTOR: ICT (POST LEVEL 4) (CONTRACT APPOINTMENT: FIVE YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF REAPPOINTMENT FOR A FURTHER TERM) (JOB ID 5650) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Operations -> Information and Communications Technology Services Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Senior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 31/3/2024 Description The Senior Director: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) leads the University-wide ICT department and serves as the chief information officer (CIO) for the University. This role is responsible for providing the vision and strategic leadership pertaining to the delivery of information technology strategies across the University, enabling the technology-based student learning experience and employee productivity. The role directs the planning and implementation of enterprise-wide IT systems (digital backbone) in support of institutional operations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of business development and service quality. This role is responsible for all aspects of the organisation’s information technology and systems that will lean towards supporting the core academic and research business of the University, while at the same time integrating all systems. Leading the Information and Communication Technology portfolio, the role is principally responsible for driving digital transformation across the entire institution. KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll Duties and responsibilities • Leading the strategic and operational planning for the delivery of an effective digital infrastructure for the University. • Ensuring that all the risks for a continuous and available digital infrastructure are managed effectively, for example, cybersecurity and appropriate human resources. • Proactively managing an integrated partnership with all role players of the academic project, as ICT is the fundamental backbone of the academic project. • Promoting and overseeing strategic relationships between internal IT resources and external entities, including the government, vendors and partner organisations. • Driving transformational change and innovation while balancing business, infrastructure and technology needs. • Approving and supporting all academic and administrative IT system operations, data centres, process improvement, business intelligence and report writing, help desk services, communication networks (voice and data), systems integration, enterprise systems management and IT security. • Defining and communicating organisation plans, policies and standards for the University for acquiring, implementing and operating IT systems. • Managing the operating, strategic and capital budgets for the department through risk assessments and compliance with financial policies. • Partnering with relevant stakeholders to ensure proper implementation of new systems and processes to ensure the accurate provision of data and/or the appropriate use of new technology to enhance effectiveness and efficiency. • Ensuring that appropriate risk and governance measures, for example, relating to audit requirements, security requirements, etc., are in place. • Creating a culture of IT professionals focused on deep business alignment, accountability for outcomes and continuous improvement. • Managing and overseeing the performance and development of IT staff. • Submitting or overseeing timeous submission of statutory IT governance and management reports. • Representing the University on relevant external forums. Inherent Job Requirements • A postgraduate degree on NQF Level 8 or equivalent in Computer Science/Information Systems or a related field, as well as additional technical certifications as required in an ICT environment. • A minimum of ten years’ relevant experience, of which at least five years should be at a senior level, in managing an equally complex and similar ICT environment. • At least five years’ experience in ICT and broader information functions in a higher-education (HE) or related context/environment. • A proven track record of strategic planning and operational execution, as well as monitoring and evaluation of ICT solutions. • Demonstrated ability to apply ICT in solving business problems. • Experience in the implementation of a digital transformation strategy. Competencies Key Competencies Required: • Results-orientation: - The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals and work to achieve success. - 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 think strategically and operationalise thinking into plans and projects. - The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. - The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. • Business acumen: - The ability to demonstrate effective communication skills, negotiation skills, persuasion skills, good interpersonal skills and well-reasoned decision-making ability. • Leadership: - A successful track record of leadership and team building. - The ability to positively influence and inspire others towards shared goals. - The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. • Building coalitions: - The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and persuade others. - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. Required Documents Please ensure all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a professional body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s licence (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer/last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties 1 August 2024 or as soon as possible. Closing date 31 March 2024. 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 9737 or email JonesEY@ufs.ac.za. In addition, kindly contact 051 401 9012 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its employment equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information Job ID 5650 - Senior Director ICT APPLY FOR THIS JOB POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (IN BIOANALYTICAL/ANALYTICAL/ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, FORENSIC CHEMISTRY/TOXICOLOGY, BIOCHEMISTRY, OR EQUIVALENT) JOB ID 5668 Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Research and Internationalisation -> South African Doping Control Laboratory Contract Type Contract Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 30/4/2024 Description The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship in the South African Doping Control Laboratory (SADoCoL). We encourage candidates interested in pursuing an academic or professional career in interdisciplinary applied sciences, with special research interest in c (both GC- and LC-) and other biological analysis, i.e. immunology and gel electrophoresis. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution within an internationally accredited laboratory. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, taking into account the applicants' academic achievements, publication outputs and research potential, as well as the relevance of prior experience and expertise. The fellowship is available for a period of five years, depending on the date of PhD completion. Duties and responsibilities: • Conduct innovative research in the following areas: o Developing cost-effective testing methods for prohibited, illegal and unknown substances. o Improving existing analytical testing methods and developing new methods for prohibited substances ranging from small to large (peptides) molecules in urine, serum, plasma and dried blood spots. o Metabolism, longitudinal excretion patterns and identification of metabolites of known, designer, potential prohibited and illegal substances. • Initiate projects and seek funding for them. • Provide scientific support and direction to the interdisciplinary analytical groups in the laboratory. • The renewal of the fellowship beyond the first year depends on satisfactory performance and the submission of an annual progress report. Eligibility requirements: • Open to all South African and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of the Free State. • Graduated with a PhD degree in a relevant discipline (bioanalytical/analytical/organic chemistry, forensic chemistry/toxicology, biochemistry, or equivalent) within the last five years. • Experience with complex systems’ analysis and dealing with data collection, curation, and interpretation. • Proficiency in written and spoken English. • Strong background with a high-level of computer literacy and academic writing skills is imperative. • Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship. • Successful applicants must be able to relocate to the UFS for the duration of the fellowship. This is a residential fellowship: the successful applicant is required to spend 80% of her/his postdoctoral period at the Bloemfontein Campus of UFS. • Register and reside as postdoctoral research fellow at the UFS and participate in relevant activities of the School of Postgraduate Studies and the Directorate of Research Development. Value of the fellowship: • R 270 000 annual fellowship. • R 30 000 additional research expenses fund. Competencies Application: To apply, please email the following documentation by 30 April 2024 to Mr Hanno du Preez at DupreezJ@ufs.ac.za • Motivation letter, including a 1-2 page outline of relevant expertise and experience. • Full CV including a list of research publications, conference papers and other scholarly output. • Full transcripts of academic record and copy of doctoral degree certificate. • Copy of ID document (or copy of passport in the case of foreign applicants). • Contact details of two academic referees who have taught/supervised the candidate. Closing date: 30 April 2024 Commencement of fellowship: 1 June 2024 For enquiries, please contact: SADoCoL Director, Mr Hanno du Preez at DupreezJ@ufs.ac.za , University of the Free State General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information Job ID 5668_Postdoctoral Fellow_SADoCoL_Bloemfontein Campus APPLY FOR THIS JOB
SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - DEPARTMENT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (JOB ID : 5666) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> Department Public Administration and Management Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 24/3/2024 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. Duties and responsibilities:
Inherent requirements: Senior Lecturer
Competencies Required competencies:
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
Assumption of duties: 01 July 2024 Closing date: 24 March 2024 Salary: The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9814 or email at MakolaCM@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9810/ 9813/ 9848 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information APPLY FOR THIS JOB SENIOR LECTURER (BIOSTATISTICS OR EQUIVALENT DEGREE WITH EMPHASIS ON STATISTICS) JOB ID: 5667 Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Biomedical Sciences -> Department Biostatistics Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 24/3/2024 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. Duties and responsibilities: • Provide statistical consultation (from planning to reporting, including performing statistical analysis) for student and staff research projects in the faculty. • Identify and utilise opportunities for more advanced statistical analyses. • Supervise postgraduate students in Biostatistics. • Conduct and disseminate research in conference presentations and accredited journal publications. • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in statistics and research methodology. • Participate in departmental activities and serve on university committees as required. • Contribute to strategic planning of statistical teaching and consultation in the faculty. Inherent requirements: • PhD on NQF Level 10 in Biostatistics or equivalent degree with emphasis on Statistics. • At least three (3) years of consultation experience in a research environment. • At least three (3) years of statistical programming experience. • Experience in SAS or R Programming. • Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience. • Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences. • Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students. • Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship. • An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating. • A proven research record of relevant publication/s in peer reviewed national and international accredited scientific journals. • Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels. Recommendations: • Research experience in a health environment. • Exposure to research ethics. • Knowledge of an additional official South African language. Competencies Required competencies: • Results orientated: - The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. - The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. • Strategic thinking: - The ability to deal with several activities at a time. - The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. • Business acumen: - Proficient in using MS Office. • Leading: - The ability to lead, take charge of situations and offer opinions and directions to others. - The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together. • Building coalitions: - The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations. - The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. Required Documents Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties: 1 June 2024. Closing date: 24 March 2024. Salary: The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9810 or email MofoloNG@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659/ 9813/ 9814/ for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Additional Information APPLY FOR THIS JOB
LECTURER: ACCOUNTING EDUCATION - DEPARTMENT SOCIAL SCIENCES AND COMMERCE EDUCATION (JOB ID: 5665) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Education -> Department Social Sciences and Commerce Education Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 24/3/2024 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. Duties and responsibilities:
Inherent requirements:
Competencies Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
Required competencies:
Assumption of duties: 01 June 2024 Closing date: 24 March 2024 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 9814 or email makolacm@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 9810 / 2979 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information APPLY FOR THIS JOB LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER: AGRONOMY (JOB ID: 5664) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 24/3/2024 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. Duties and responsibilities:
Inherent requirements: Lecturer
Recommendations:
Competencies Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
Required competencies:
Assumption of duties: 01 June 2024 Closing date: 24 March 2024 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.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9857/ 9810/ 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 Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER: AGROMETEOROLOGY (JOB ID: 5663) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 24/3/2024 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. Duties and responsibilities:
Inherent requirements: Lecturer
Recommendations:
Competencies Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
Required competencies:
Assumption of duties: 01 July 2024 Closing date: 24 March 2024 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.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9857/ 9810/ 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 Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Additional Information Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Agrometeorology (Job ID: 5663) APPLY FOR THIS JOB
SENIOR LECTURER: DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINOLOGY (JOB ID 5661) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department Criminology Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 18/3/2024 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. Duties and Responsibilities: • Teach, assess, and coordinate modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. • Provide study guidance and supervision to postgraduate students. • Contribute to programme development and curriculum review. • Initiate, conduct, and sustain high-level research. • Disseminate recognised research through appropriate channels, including publishing manuscripts in accredited journals and participating in workshops, peer-reviewed conferences, and symposia in Criminology. • Establish reciprocal relationships between scholarly engagement, research, and teaching activities. • Maintain continued professional development and evaluation of practice relating to learning, teaching, and assessment in line with qualifications, experience, changes in the subject discipline, pedagogic development, and innovation in learning technology. • Perform administrative and leadership responsibilities for learning and teaching, research, and scholarly engagement. • Contribute towards creating a strong African Criminology academic identity. Inherent Job Requirements: Senior Lecturer • A Doctoral degree (PhD) on NQF Level 10 in Criminology. • A minimum of five years (5) lecturing experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels at university level. • Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences. • An NRF rating or equivalent or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating. • Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master’s students. • A proven research record of relevant publications in accredited national and/or international journals. • Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society, committee, or agency concerned with research at higher education levels. Recommendations: • Expertise in the Criminal Justice System. Competencies Key Competencies required: • Results orientated: o The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. o The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. • Strategic thinking: o The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. o The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. • Leading: o The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. o 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. Required Documents Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). • Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required). • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals). • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable). • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable). • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties: 1 July 2024 Closing date: 18 March 2024 Salary: The salary scale is available on request. Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9813 or email at PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9810/ 9814/ 9848 for assistance. General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. APPLY FOR THIS JOB
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