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Duties and responsibilities: 

• Oversee the various aspects of a collaborative research project on signed toponomy (Survey of South African Sign Language Place Names, part of Advancing South African Sign Language (SASL) for 4IR Technological Development Using Place Names), including developing an overarching research strategy, growing human capacity, managing the team’s research and other outputs, collaborating with stakeholders, and assisting with the administration of the project.
• Assist in procuring funding for scholarly activities (conferences, research projects, etc.).
• Organise departmental conferences, seminars, workshops, and other academic events.
• Manage departmental research publications, including the proceedings of the department’s biennial conferences – International Symposium on Place Names and the Language Diversity in Educational Settings Workshop.
• Supervise postgraduate students, lecture/guest lecture in relevant modules and conduct workshops and other educational activities as required.
• Present papers at academic conferences and other academic events and produce related research outputs.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives where possible.
• Contribute to the development of the niche research areas of toponymy and signed toponymy.
• Cultivate awareness and appreciation of South African Deaf culture.
• Enhance the visibility of the Department at national and international level.

Inherent requirements:

Lecturer/Researcher 

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Linguistics or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in managing research projects.
• Proven experience in organising conferences and other scholarly events.
• Proven editorial experience.
• 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.

Recommendations:

• Proficiency in South Africa Sign Language (SASL) or willingness to acquire the language.
• Member of a national or international scholarly society or committee.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and implement the Directorate’s Recruitment Plan.
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Enhance existing relationships and develop new ones with schools. 
• Engage with Faculties to influence admission decisions. 
• Identify and recruit top achievers for all faculties.
• Identify top achievers for the SRS Top Achiever programmes (Matriculant of the Year, Star of Stars, Red Box Society, etc.) and for the fields of sport, culture, and leadership. 
• Administer school visits, i.e., making appointments, accommodation arrangements, preparing the travel program for the week, school visit form, and marketing material. 
• Visit and deliver presentations to identified schools as per the Annual Plan regarding the University’s academic programmes; and responds to enquiries through group or individual sessions. 
• Attend or coordinate Career Exhibitions as per the Annual Plan,
• Compile year planning and -reports, quarterly planning and–reports, and statistical reports. 
• Liaise with school principals and educators. 
• Contact and build relationships with school stakeholders (contact person and/or principals). 
• Responsible for effective relationship marketing between the school, staff, principal, and University through Facebook, birthday cards, and letters of appreciation. 
• Responsible for UFS marketing opportunities (Open day, UFS Central Region Rugby League, UFS matriculates of the Year competition, first Years’ welcome, Virtual sessions, campus visits, etc). 
• Identify, approve, and reach an agreement about new sponsorship opportunities at identified schools. 
• Measure the annual return on investment per sponsorship. 
• Consult with Faculties on new programmes and special needs.
• Consult with internal departments for queries from prospective students. 
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Provide premier service to prospective students who require assistance. 
• Assist selected schools with strategies that link with the university’s vision.  
• Ensure that the Schools’ data is correct at all times.
• Analyse monthly application statistics to check if learners from key schools have applied.
• Develop and implement contingency measures to meet set targets. 
• Manage and organise marketing projects as per the Directorate’s strategy. 
• Support the Directorate to ensure the successful implementation of all projects.
• Responsible for the financial management of the entities under your control.
• Manage the use of the university assets allocated to you effectively. 

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7 in Marketing, Communication, Education or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities in the higher education sector.
• A proven track record of understanding schools in Gauteng in Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools.
• A valid driver’s license.

Recommendations:

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in higher education, especially in student recruitment/school liaison.
• Honours degree on NQF level eight (8) in Marketing and Communication or related field. 
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape and the school environment, focusing on Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools. 
• A clear understanding of how to communicate or engage with Gen Z. 

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and implement the Directorate’s Recruitment Plan.
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Enhance existing relationships and develop new ones with schools. 
• Engage with Faculties to influence admission decisions. 
• Identify and recruit top achievers for all faculties.
• Identify top achievers for the SRS Top Achiever programmes (Matriculant of the Year, Star of Stars, Red Box Society, etc.) and for the fields of sport, culture, and leadership. 
• Administer school visits, i.e., making appointments, accommodation arrangements, preparing the travel program for the week, school visit form, and marketing material. 
• Visit and deliver presentations to identified schools as per the Annual Plan regarding the University’s academic programmes; and responds to enquiries through group or individual sessions. 
• Attend or coordinate Career Exhibitions as per the Annual Plan,
• Compile year planning and -reports, quarterly planning and–reports, and statistical reports. 
• Liaise with school principals and educators. 
• Contact and build relationships with school stakeholders (contact person and/or principals). 
• Responsible for effective relationship marketing between the school, staff, principal, and University through Facebook, birthday cards, and letters of appreciation. 
• Responsible for UFS marketing opportunities (Open day, UFS Central Region Rugby League, UFS matriculates of the Year competition, first Years’ welcome, Virtual sessions, campus visits, etc). 
• Identify, approve, and reach an agreement about new sponsorship opportunities at identified schools. 
• Measure the annual return on investment per sponsorship. 
• Consult with Faculties on new programmes and special needs.
• Consult with internal departments for queries from prospective students. 
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Provide premier service to prospective students who require assistance. 
• Assist selected schools with strategies that link with the university’s vision.  
• Ensure that the Schools’ data is correct at all times.
• Analyse monthly application statistics to check if learners from key schools have applied.
• Develop and implement contingency measures to meet set targets. 
• Manage and organise marketing projects as per the Directorate’s strategy. 
• Support the Directorate to ensure the successful implementation of all projects.
• Responsible for the financial management of the entities under your control.
• Manage the use of the university assets allocated to you effectively. 

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7 in Marketing, Communication, Education or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities in the higher education sector.
• A proven track record of understanding schools in Gauteng in Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools.
• A valid driver’s license.

Recommendations:

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in higher education, especially in student recruitment/school liaison.
• Honours degree on NQF level eight (8) in Marketing and Communication or related field. 
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape and the school environment, focusing on Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools. 
• A clear understanding of how to communicate or engage with Gen Z. 

go to method of application »

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and implement the Directorate’s Recruitment Plan.
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Enhance existing relationships and develop new ones with schools. 
• Engage with Faculties to influence admission decisions. 
• Identify and recruit top achievers for all faculties.
• Identify top achievers for the SRS Top Achiever programmes (Matriculant of the Year, Star of Stars, Red Box Society, etc.) and for the fields of sport, culture, and leadership. 
• Administer school visits, i.e., making appointments, accommodation arrangements, preparing the travel program for the week, school visit form, and marketing material. 
• Visit and deliver presentations to identified schools as per the Annual Plan regarding the University’s academic programmes; and responds to enquiries through group or individual sessions. 
• Attend or coordinate Career Exhibitions as per the Annual Plan,
• Compile year planning and -reports, quarterly planning and–reports, and statistical reports. 
• Liaise with school principals and educators. 
• Contact and build relationships with school stakeholders (contact person and/or principals). 
• Responsible for effective relationship marketing between the school, staff, principal, and University through Facebook, birthday cards, and letters of appreciation. 
• Responsible for UFS marketing opportunities (Open day, UFS Central Region Rugby League, UFS matriculates of the Year competition, first Years’ welcome, Virtual sessions, campus visits, etc). 
• Identify, approve, and reach an agreement about new sponsorship opportunities at identified schools. 
• Measure the annual return on investment per sponsorship. 
• Consult with Faculties on new programmes and special needs.
• Consult with internal departments for queries from prospective students. 
• Visit identified schools and career exhibitions. 
• Provide premier service to prospective students who require assistance. 
• Assist selected schools with strategies that link with the university’s vision.  
• Ensure that the Schools’ data is correct at all times.
• Analyse monthly application statistics to check if learners from key schools have applied.
• Develop and implement contingency measures to meet set targets. 
• Manage and organise marketing projects as per the Directorate’s strategy. 
• Support the Directorate to ensure the successful implementation of all projects.
• Responsible for the financial management of the entities under your control.
• Manage the use of the university assets allocated to you effectively. 

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7 in Marketing, Communication, Education or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities in the higher education sector.
• A proven track record of understanding schools in Gauteng in Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools.
• A valid driver’s license.

Recommendations:

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in higher education, especially in student recruitment/school liaison.
• Honours degree on NQF level eight (8) in Marketing and Communication or related field. 
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape and the school environment, focusing on Quintile 5, Quintile 99, and private schools. 
• A clear understanding of how to communicate or engage with Gen Z. 

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies for biological control of planet parasitic nematodes, with an emphasis on agricultural and horticultural systems.
• Interact with the public regarding Nematology, Invertebrate Zoology, and related queries.
• Obtain external funding (3rd stream income).
• Supervise research undertaken by postgraduate (MSc and PhD) students.
• Responsible for teaching and learning in undergraduate and postgraduate (B.Sc. Honours) programmes in Zoology. This includes lectures, tutorials, practical classes (preparation and presentation), assessments and seminars.
• Manage administrative tasks and academic planning (curriculum development etc.) in the department and where applicable at university level.

Inherent requirements:

Senior Lecturer

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Zoology/Biology/Environmental Science (Invertebrate Zoology focusing on Nematology).
• Proven laboratory experience (qPCR, NGS, phylogenetic analysis), experimental design and management of a potential diagnostic lab.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals (at least 5-10), including representative publications as lead author.
• Proven experience in presenting papers/posters at national and international scholarly conferences.
• 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.
• Proven undergraduate teaching experience at a higher education institution.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master’s students.
• An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating or equivalent.

Recommendations:

• Research expertise in taxonomy, systems, ecology, and phylogenetic analysis, specifically in the discipline of Nematology (plant-parasitic or free-living nematodes), will be advantageous.
• Proven experience with interacting and collaborating with industry.
• The successful candidate will be expected to expand the Department’s research activities, with a focus in Nematology.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of e-assessment activities, including the development of assessment question banks and scheduling of e-assessments on official UFS online assessment platforms.
• Assist in the development of training material for objective assessments.
• Provide support on the preparation, implementation and evaluation of student and academic staff training.
• Provide assistance in the collection and analysis of data and report writing.
• Provide student and academic staff support in the use of the UFS online assessment platform.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7.

Recommendations:

• Postgraduate qualification.
• Previous experience as a Student Assistant/Tutor/EduTech Buddy/Teaching Assistant.
• Experience on an LMS/Assessment system.

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 a learnership/internship agreement with UFS.
• The applicant must be available for the period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship.