University of Fort Hare

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The University of Fort Hare is a preferred employer and destination of choice for jobseekers due to its rich history, commitment to academic excellence, and strong reputation for fostering innovation and inclusivity. As one of South Africa’s oldest universities, it has a legacy of producing influential leaders, making it a prestigious institution to be associated with. The university offers a dynamic and supportive working environment, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally. Its diverse and vibrant community, along with its commitment to social justice and community engagement, ensures a fulfilling and meaningful career for individuals who are passionate about education and societal impact. Moreover, Fort Hare’s focus on research, student-centered learning, and collaboration with national and international partners makes it an attractive and forward-thinking workplace for top talent.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION: STUDENT COUNSELLING UNIT

TWO PSYCHOLOGISTS – ALICE CAMPUS

ONE PSYCHOLOGIST – EAST LONDON CAMPUS

The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.

The Universityseeks to appoint three Psychologists on a one-year fixed-term contract.

Purpose

• To enhance student wellbeing and thereby contribute to retention and throughput by providing holistic and agile therapeutic and mental health services, to ensure students achieve optimal well-being and academic success.
• To contribute to the enhancement of the student experience and university life for students, in line with the University of Fort Hare strategic priorities and objectives.
• To contribute to the development of graduates attributed through the provision of graduate training programmes and supervision of intern psychologists.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

• Master’s degree in Counselling or Clinical psychology
• 3 years’ work experience as a registered Counselling or Clinical Psychologist
• 1 year experience working in Higher Education Sector
• Drivers license
• Knowledge of and compliance with HPCSA regulations and Ethical guidelines
• Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Psychotherapeutic and diagnostic skills
• Crisis Management skills
• Student mental health and wellbeing
• Training, facilitation and coordination
• Project management skills
• Supervision skills
• Problem Solving/Decision-making/Analytical thinking
• Planning & organization / time management

Responsibilities

• Provision of Individual Psychotherapy and counselling to UFH students
• Individual and Group interventions (Residence Talk programme)
• Provision of trauma debriefing and crisis interventions in response to traumatic incidents and emergencies.
• Provision of individual or group supervision to intern psychologists
• Supervision of Intern Psychologists’ Community interventions
• Monitoring and evaluating Intern Psychologists
• Training for Student cohorts e.g. Wellness Leaders and Mentors, Social Work
• Submit monthly progress and statistics reports
• Multicampus provision of mental health and wellness programmes

Closing Date: 6 June 2025

To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs and apply online.

1. Applications must be accompanied by:

a)A recent and comprehensive curriculum vitae
b) A Covering Letter stating how applicants satisfy the requirements of the advertised position/s
c) A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form
d) Copies of the applicants’ qualifications.

2. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA.

3. No faxed, emailed or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.

4. Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

5.  Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application/s being disqualified.

Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.

Queries can be directed to Ms. Fungai Matumba on fmatumba@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7000.

The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.

niversity of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.

For more information please contact:

Fungai Matumba

Postdoctoral in UNESCO Oliver Tambo of Human Rights Chair: Law

Postdoctoral position in UNESCO ‘Oliver Tambo’ Chair of Human Rights, Faculty of Law (2 Posts)
A fulltime postdoctoral position is available in the UNESCO ‘Oliver Tambo’ Chair of Human Rights, Faculty of Law at the University of Fort Hare.
Commencement date: ASAP
Location: Alice or East London Campus
Duration: 1 year (renewable on satisfactory progress)

Award criteria:

• Applicants should have an LLD/PhD in related area.
• Applicants should have completed their doctoral degree within the last five years.
• Preference will be given to South African Citizens or holder of a SA Permanent Residence, women and previously disadvantaged groups.
• Excellent academic record with evidence of the ability to publish research results.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Conduct innovative research on Human Rights Law, Public International Law, SADC community Law, harmonisation of laws, regional integration, community law, African Union Law.
• Publish a minimum of 2 peer-reviewed research articles per annum in DHET accredited journals.
• Present research at local conferences.

Value of the fellowship:

• R300 000 per annum

How to apply:
Candidates who meet the criteria are invited to forward an application with a two-page proposal of the envisaged postdoctoral research with a focus on any of the identified areas, updated CV, certified copies of their academic and/or professional certificates, copy of ID documents and the names and contact details of two academic referees.
Email: Postdocs postdocs@ufh.ac.za and copy Ms. Babalwa Solani BSolani@ufh.ac.za
Deadline:  27 June 2025.
Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received feedback within 3 weeks of the closing date.

For more information please contact:

Siyamthanda Sigodi

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: Mathematics Education

Faculty of Education
A full-time postdoctoral position is available in Mathematics Education with reference to mathematics teacher preparation and intervention programmes with the particular focus on teaching efficacy within a rural education context. The full-time postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Science, Mathematics Education and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Education, at the University of Fort Hare (UFH), Alice Campus, South Africa. The fellowship will enable an outstanding doctoral graduate to obtain experience of research and innovation at a higher education institution under the mentorship of established researchers. The fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, considering the applicant’s 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 one-year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Open to South Africans and foreign nationals for full-time research at the University of Fort Hare.
• Preference is given to South African citizens and permanent residents
• Young and emerging scholars
• Graduated with a PhD degree in a relevant discipline within the last five years
• Successful applicants may not hold full-time salaried employment during the fellowship
• Successful applicants must be able to relocate to the UFH for the duration of the fellowship.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO:

• Conduct innovative research in mathematics education on efficacy and democratic citizenship in relation to the teaching and learning practices of mathematics in South African schools.
• Author/co-author at least 2 units per year in the form of DHET– accredited scholarly journal articles or books/chapters in books.
• The successful candidate will be required to conduct innovative research and obtain evidenced-based empirical data on efficacy and democratic citizenship in relation to the teaching and learning practices of mathematics in South African schools.
• The postdoctoral research fellow shall reside in Alice to access facilities at UFH Alice Campus and participate in relevant activities of the School of Postgraduate Studies.

VALUE OF THE FELLOWSHIP:
R 300,000 annual fellowship

APPLICATION:
Please email the following documents to postdoc@ufh.ac.za cc Bsolani@ufh.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 : 27 June 2025

COMMENCEMENT OF FELLOWSHIP
August 2025

FOR ENQUIRIES
Please contact: Assoc Prof Winston Hendricks at whendricks@ufh.ac.za

For more information please contact:

Siyamthanda Sigodi

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We wish you all the best with your applications