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Officer (post level 10) (Contract appointment: 2 years) (2 positions) Job ID: 6416 – (2106)

Job Title

Officer (post level 10) (Contract appointment: 2 years) (2 positions) Job ID: 6416

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning -> Monitoring and Institutional Research

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

15/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Coordinate Cascade as the University’s strategic reporting platform.
•    Contribute to the coordination of the formulation of the University’s long-term strategic plan.
•    Keep abreast of institutional developments to ensure an in-depth understanding of the University’s strategic intent, as well as its supporting business model and the concomitant processes and structures.
•    Contribute to environmental scanning processes to identify and analyse national and international trends to support continued integration and alignment with institutional developments.
•    Contribute to the continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of the level of integration of all supporting plans with the strategic intent of the University.
•    Contribute to the provision of technical support in crafting institutional position papers, reports, briefings, presentations, and responses as and when appropriate using Cascade.
•    Facilitate the various quantitative (i.e. statistics) and qualitative analysis and interpretation of data to promote an evidence-based planning and decision-making culture and effectively steer and govern related internal and external reporting requirements and seamlessly manage all related audit processes.
•    Contribute to the timely submission of accurate statutory reports to the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) using Cascade-generated reports, i.e., annual performance plan, mid-year performance report, and annual report.
•    Collaborate with other DIRAP units to ensure accurate and timeous monitoring of institutional performance against the annual performance plan on the Cascade Reporting Platform.
•    Contribute to the coordination of the Cascade Reporting Platform for reporting institutional performance against the annual performance plan.
•    Contribute towards promoting the Cascade Reporting Platform across the University.
•    Contribute to the professionalisation of DIRAP as an academic support service.

Inherent requirements:
•    Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in broader social sciences (including the Humanities, Law, Education, and Economic and Management Sciences).
•    A minimum of one (1) year of working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:
•    A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in the South African higher education environment.
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.

Competencies

Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:

–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
–    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
01 June 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
17 April 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 464 881.91– R 585 370.51 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 2979 or email at JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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Officer: Statistics (post level 10) (Contract appointment: 2 years) Job ID: 6415 – (2107)

Job Title

Officer: Statistics (post level 10) (Contract appointment: 2 years) Job ID: 6415

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning -> Monitoring and Institutional Research

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

15/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                 
                                                     
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Contribute to institutional research projects in support of planning, quality assurance, decision-making, and assessment across the University.
•    Contribute towards internal discussions to anticipate management information needs.
•    Coordinate the analysis of institutional data for university rankings.
•    Coordinate trend analysis for internal survey data sets.
•    Coordinate cross-departmental statistical data analysis projects.
•    Contribute towards the institutional dissemination of research reports.
•    Contribute towards promoting the Cascade Reporting Platform across the University.
•    Coordinate Cascade as the University’s strategic reporting platform.
•    Participate in departmental planning.

Inherent requirements:
•    Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in Statistics.
•    A minimum of one (1) year of working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:
•    A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in the South African higher education environment.
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.

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 focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations..
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
01 June 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
17 April 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 464 881.91– R 585 370.51 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 2979 or email at JardineS@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za  Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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Assistant Director (post level 7) Job ID: 6418 – (2105)

Job Title

Assistant Director (post level 7) Job ID: 6418

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

17/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of  your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Conduct institutional research that supports planning, policy formulation, and decision-making.
•    Conduct analysis that improves our understanding of the external context within which the UFS is located (e.g., trends in state funding of higher education, policy shifts, and matric results).
•    Process research data into business intelligence by focusing on uniform data definitions, analyses, and the interpretation of information.
•    Contribute to research publications. 
•    Manage the administration of all research projects and stakeholder engagements.  
•    Engage in institutional strategic planning efforts, contributing to the formulation of the University’s vision, mission, and deliverables.
•    Actively contribute to the University’s strategic planning and quality assurance processes, including monitoring implementation, evaluating impact, and preparing relevant reports.
•    Participate in planning and team meetings within MIR and DIRAP.
•    Contribute to statutory reporting, including compilation of the annual report, annual performance plan, and mid-year reports. 
•    Liaise with relevant external bodies.
•    Fulfill all responsibilities regarding own performance management.
•    Assume responsibilities within the department that may arise spontaneously or as needed, in line with the Assistant Director-level appointment. 

Inherent requirements:
•    A Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Higher Education.  
•    A minimum of four (4) years of working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations: 
•    A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Higher Education Studies.
•    A minimum of five (5) years of work experience in the South African higher education environment.
•    Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.

Competencies

Required competencies:
•    Results-Oriented: 

–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
–    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
•    Strategic Thinking: 
–    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using Microsoft Office programmes, specifically Word and Excel.
–    In-depth knowledge of the South African higher education environment.
–    In-depth knowledge of strategic and operational planning, reporting policy, and processes.
–    Demonstrated statutory reporting skills, specifically in terms of preparing submissions to the DHET.
–    Demonstrated high-level communication skills, including (but not limited to) presentation, process facilitation, and negotiation.
•    Leading: 
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
–    The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
•    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.


Assumption of duties:
1 June 2026 or as soon as possible therafter.

Closing date:
17 April 2026

Salary:
The salary scale is available on request.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 2979 or email at JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za  Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 9813 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuc

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Intern: GPS Success Coaches (contract appointment: 1 year) (7 positions): Graduation Positioning Support (Job ID: 6417) – (2103)

Job Title

Intern: GPS Success Coaches (contract appointment: 1 year) (7 positions): Graduation Positioning Support (Job ID: 6417)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Temporary

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

10/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).

Duties and responsibilities:

•    Answer Inbound and outbound calls/messages and emails handling as received via the GPS@UFS communication channels to offer relevant support for students (i.e., Graduation Positioning Support contact centre).
•    Support the overall GPS@UFS: Track Your Success project team in the execution of student support initiatives (i.e., student tracking and communication).
•    Compile/capture advising and or other student-related interaction data on the relevant databases within the GPS@UFS: Track Your Success project (i.e., evaluations/attendance registers, case management system).
•    Distribute, and collect/capture data related documentation related to student tracking and support initiatives (qualitative and quantitative research/data capturing and analyses).
•    Contribute to the research and conceptualisation/refinement of student support services and resources.
•    Develop, deliver/present individual advising and tutoring support.
•    Participate in ongoing training and development initiatives as identified and aligned with the overall GPS@UFS: Track Your Success/success coaching deliverables.
 

Inherent Job Requirements:

•    A Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7 (attach a copy).
•    A minimum of one (1) year’s relevant experience as a tutor, student assistant, and teaching assistant and participation in relevant student leadership programmes, etc.

The following criteria apply to the selection of potential 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 a period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship. 

Recommendations:
•    Honours degree on NQF Level 8.
•    Knowledge of teaching and learning and student support.
•    Experience in using Microsoft Excel.
•    Good communication skills (verbal).

Competencies

Key Competencies Required:

•    Results Orientated:
–    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
–    The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
01 June 2026

Closing date:
10 April 2026

Salary:
The monthly salary is R9 497.50.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558  for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Incomplete applications 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.

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Senior Officer (post level 9) Job ID: 6406 – (2101)

Job Title

Senior Officer (post level 9) Job ID: 6406

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Vice- Chancellor and Principal -> Communication and Marketing

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Qwaqwa Campus – Qwaqwa, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

13/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
–    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
–    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
–    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
–    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
Function Communication

•    Coordinate internal communication activities on the Qwaqwa Campus.
•    Coordinate and arrange photo and video opportunities for news purposes.
•    Assist with the distribution of institutional messages to staff and students on the Qwaqwa Campus.
•    Provide general guidance to stakeholders regarding internal/external communication.
•    Serve on the university’s Reputation Management Forum (RFM) and provide input related to the marketing and communication function on the campus.
•    Serve on the Crisis Communication Team of the Department of Communication and Marketing (DCM) and coordinate crisis communication on the Qwaqwa Campus.

Content Curation for Communication Platforms
•    Participate in the content Hub of the Department of Communication and Marketing and curate content for the communication platforms according to the assigned portfolio.
•    Ensure that content is presented timeously and in a multimedia format to optimise its use on the various communication platforms.
•    Assist with the Executive Communication support for the Campus Head for the Qwaqwa campus.

Platform Management
•    Coordinate content on the Qwaqwa Campus pages of the UFS website.
•    Coordinate the compilation of the Ke Eo Taba! Staff newsletter, including writing and editing content.
•    Mange diverse communication platforms, eg, emails and electronic media, to communicate with staff and students.
•    Measure the success of internal communication at the Qwaqwa Campus and report on findings to the Assistant Director: Internal Communication.

Project Management:
•    Coordinate the Vice-Chancellor and Principal’s internal stakeholder engagement programme on the Qwaqwa Campus.
•    Assist at public events presented on the campus, eg, Open days and graduation ceremonies.
•    Build relationships with community leaders (including inviting community leaders to events on the campus).
•    Serve as a member of various committees, such as Graduations, Open Day, First Years Official Welcoming, and events Management, to source relevant information for creation.

Stakeholder Management
•    Build positive relationships with stakeholders.
•    Work closely with senior leadership of the campus to ensure that news and announcements are communicated to staff.
•    Work with colleagues across units to contribute to departmental projects.

Campaigns
•    Collaborate with staff in the department of Communication and Marketing on the conceptualisation of institutional awareness campaigns.
•    Oversee the coordination and roll-out of campaigns on identified platforms on the Qwaqwa campus.
•    Support ad-hoc institutional events arranged by the Department of Communication and Marketing.

Resource Management
•    Coordinate the costs of Qwaqwa Campus integrated marketing and communication projects against the approved budget and in line with organizational policies and guidelines for the Unit for Internal Communication.

Reporting and Benchmarking
•    Monitor engagement on staff and student communication platforms. Analyse and track engagement and feedback, provide regular reports on findings to the Manager: Internal Communication.
•    Ensure that research trends in internal communication remain current on relevant topics and report on findings to the Assistant Director: Internal Communication.

Inherent requirements:
•    A bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/ B Tech degree/ Postgraduate Certificate on NQF level 7 or a 3-year National Diploma on NQF level 6 in Communication/ Journalism/ Media Studies or closely related field.
•    A minimum of two (2) years relevant working experience relating to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:
•    Valid Driver’s Licence (attach a copy).
•    Knowledge of journalism and corporate communication.
•    Demonstrable knowledge of internal communication reporting using analytical data.
•    Demonstrable knowledge of communication planning.
•    Work experience in the higher education environment.
•    Demonstrable proficiency and experience in witing relevant content for digital and print channels/ publications, including design processes (print and electronic).
•    Experience in coordinating internal communication platforms in a higher education environment.
•    Experience in project management.
•    Basic photography skills.

Competencies

Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:

–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
–    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. 
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
–    The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.

Assumption of duties:
01 June 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
13 April 2026 

Salary:
The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2558 / 7659 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

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Intern: Technology in teaching and learning – Assessment (contract appointment: 1 year) Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6414)

Job Title

Intern: Technology in teaching and learning – Assessment (contract appointment: 1 year) Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6414)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Temporary

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

10/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.           


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).

Duties and responsibilities:

•    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. 
•    Assist 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:

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

The following criteria apply to the selection of potential 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 a period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship. 

Recommendations:
•    Postgraduate qualification. 
•    Previous experience as a Student Assistant/Tutor/EduTech Buddy/Teaching Assistant.
•    Experience with a Learning Management/Assessment System.

Competencies

Key Competencies Required:

•    Results-Oriented:
–    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.

•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 
 

Assumption of duties:
01 June 2026

Closing date:
10 April 2026

Salary:
The monthly salary is R9 497.50.

Enquiries:
For enquiries ONLY, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Incomplete applications 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.

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Assistant Officer: Junior Online Assessment support (contract appointment: 1 year)(2 positions): Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6413) – (2100)

Job Title

Assistant Officer: Junior Online Assessment support (contract appointment: 1 year)(2 positions): Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6413)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

8/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. 

The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
 

Duties and responsibilities:

ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
•    E-Assessment Administration
•    Schedule participants for assessments on the online assessment system.
•    Provide general system administration on the online assessment system as required.
•    Play active role and stay up to date within the BLISS team.
•    Follow Departmental processes and procedures regarding e-assessment administration
•    Project Administration
•    Provide general administrative and logistical support for various BLISS research projects related to e-assessments

CURRICULUM DESIGN
•    E-Assessment development
•    Prepare and develop assessments on the online assessment system, including, but not limited to:
o    Creation of question banks in online assessment system;
o    Migration of question banks from a third-party system to the online assessment system;
and
o    Compilation of report on assessment results including overall class performance/analytics.
•    Provide first line support to the lecturers in the assigned faculty regarding the development of e-assessment activities.
•    Consult with relevant stakeholders in the development of e-assessment activities.
•    Attend to problems relating to the development of e-assessment activities on online assessment system.
•    Follow divisional procedure regarding the development of e-assessment activities on the online assessment system.
•    Consult with lecturers to provide recommendations on the use of online assessments and tools.
•    Compile a report and an analysis of assessment related trends.

STUDENT SUPPORT
•    Provide first line technical support and troubleshooting in the use of online assessment system
•    Follow divisional procedure regarding the reporting and follow-up of technical problems and
•    troubleshooting
•    Refer and escalate queries for necessary student support where needed

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
•    Training
•    Provide training and support to staff and students on the usage of the online assessment system.
•    Facilitate staff training workshops on good assessment practice.
•    Assist with training preparation, implementation and evaluation of training workshops regarding e-assessments
•    Development
•    Adapt to new technologies and evolving needs in education and training landscape
•    Participate in professional development activities related to e-assessment or curriculum design
•    and apply new skills or knowledge to improve daily tasks.

Inherent Job Requirements:

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​•    Grade 12 on NQF Level 4.

Recommendations:

​​​​​​​•    A relevant bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualification.
•    Minimum of one (1) year’s experience in the use of a Learning Management System (LMS) or e-Assessment System.
•    Minimum of one (1) year’s experience in training and/or research administration.
•    Minimum of one (1) year’s experience in a higher education environment.

Competencies

Key Competencies:

•    Results-Oriented:
–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
–    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
–    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.

•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.

•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
–    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
 

Assumption of duties:
1 May 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
8 April 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 240 866.45– R 403 692.54 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 /2876 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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Oracle PeopleSoft Administrator/Infrastructure Developer and Integrator (post level 8) Job ID: 6419 – (2099)

Job Title

Oracle PeopleSoft Administrator/Infrastructure Developer and Integrator (post level 8) Job ID: 6419

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations -> Information and Communications Technology Services

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

14/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.                                                                                                                            The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of  your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
•    PeopleSoft Administration – Manage the full lifecycle of Production, Test, and Development environments, ensuring system stability and reliability. 
•    Infrastructure and Performance – Optimise Oracle Application Servers, Web Servers (PIA), Process Schedulers, and the underlying operating system; monitor system availability, resource utilisation, and security. 
•    Security and Access Control – Design, implement, and enforce roles, permission lists, and row-level security; conduct regular audits and support compliance requirements. 
•    Integration and Middleware – Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot Integration Broker, REST/SOAP services, file-based integrations, and third-party interfaces; resolve messaging, queue, and node issues. 
•    Development – Develop and maintain technical components using PeopleCode, Application Engine, SQR, BI Publisher, and related tools. 
•    Production Support – Manage incident triage, perform root-cause analysis, and compile post-incident (post-mortem) reports. 
•    Documentation and Governance – Maintain up-to-date SOPs, runbooks, and change management documentation; support internal audits and adherence to IT governance standards.

Inherent requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field on NQF Level 7.
•    Minimum of three (3) years of proven PeopleSoft administration and development experience.
•    Relevant Oracle/PeopleSoft certification (attach proof).
•    Demonstrated experience supporting at least two PeopleSoft modules (HCM, Financials or Campus Solutions).
•    Strong technical knowledge of  PeopleTools, Integration Broker and Application Designer.
•    Relevant experience in a higher education or large enterprise environment. 

Recommendations:
•    Experience with DevOps practices – CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure‑as‑code.
•    Familiarity with Office 365 integration or other SaaS products.

Competencies

Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:

–    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
–    The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
–    The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible

Closing date:
14 April 2026

Salary:
The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2876 / 9813 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

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Senior Assistant Officer (post level 12) (Job ID: 6409) – (2098)

Job Title

Senior Assistant Officer (post level 12) (Job ID: 6409)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Nursing

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

9/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
 

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:          
                                                            
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
Office Management:

•    Manage the diary of the Programme Director and Head of the School.
•    Type correspondence and reports of the Head of the School and Programme Director.
•    Arrange meetings, make appointments, and conduct follow-ups for the Programme Director.
•    Receive documents/mail from other departments, and Programme Director for the distribution to staff members, etc.
•    Provide secretarial services for staff meetings, the Engaged Scholarship Workgroup, and the Advisory Board, including attendance registers, agendas, minutes, and distribution of documents.
•    Make photocopies and send e-mails to and from the Programme Director.
•    Make copies of important documents and reports for safekeeping.
•    Assist with updating and filing MOA’s/documents.
•    Book venues for meetings and workshops of the School.
•    Follow up with HR regarding leave (annual/sick and special leave) of staff members.
•    Assist with SANC-related matters, including correspondence, filing of documentation, the couriering of documentation and follow up on delivery.
•    Perform any other related and/or relevant responsibilities as requested and agreed upon with the Programme Director.

Client Support:
•    Answer and make telephone calls.
•    Schedule appointments with staff members and students.
•    Liaise with relevant internal University staff regarding meetings, appointments, and policies. 
•    Liaise externally with other universities, the Department of Health, South Africa Nursing Council, FUNDISA, and nursing colleges. 

Academic Administration: 
•    Assist with preparation of curricula documentation for submission to SANC, including copying, filing, and packaging of documents for courier purposes.

Inherent requirements:
•    A relevant bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B. Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF Level 7 or a 3-year National Diploma on NQF Level 6. 
•    Minimum of one (1) year of relevant working experience in office management/administration within the higher education environment. 

Recommendations:
•    Knowledge of MS Teams, Outlook, and PeopleSoft system.

Competencies

Required competencies: 
•    Results Orientated:

–    The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
–    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.
•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
1 May 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
9 April 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 403 692,54 – R 507 169,63 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email Seitlhekolp@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2558 / 7659 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf


The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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Assistant Officer (post level 13) (Contract appointment: 1 year) Afromontane Research Unit (ARU)(Job ID: 6405) – (2097)

Job Title

Assistant Officer (post level 13) (Contract appointment: 1 year) Afromontane Research Unit (ARU)(Job ID: 6405)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Postgraduate Studies -> Afromotane Research Unit

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Qwaqwa Campus – Qwaqwa, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

10/4/2026

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.  

The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
 

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      
•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
•    Copies of  your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
 

Duties and responsibilities:

•    Provide personal assistant/secretarial support to the Research Chairs, including travel planning, office management, meeting administration, generation of annual reports, etc.
•    Administer finances for two Research Chairs, including managing the UFS financial system for related entities.
•    Co-operate with, support, and if need be, mentor other ARU administrative personnel (e.g. administrative contract incumbents for large grants, interns, student assistants, research assistants, etc.).
•    Manage assets and consumables for the Research Chairs, including signing out of research equipment, keeping an assets registry, and advising on necessary actions for repair, replacement, etc. in close consultation with key personnel responsible for the management of assets and consumables in the life sciences departments.
•    Assist with organising, planning, and implementation of flagship events for Research Chairs, including workshops, conferences, seminars, colloquia, annual governance meetings.
•    Provide in-house hospitality to visiting academic guests.
•    Provide logistical support to research leaders affiliated with the Research Chairs, as needed.
•    Be the day-to-day point of contact between the Research Chairs at the Qwaqwa campus and the Directorate Research Development on Bloemfontein campus.

Inherent Job Requirements:

•    Bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7.
•    A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience aligned with the duties and responsibilities of the role, including experience in office administration, financial administration, meeting coordination, and/or data management.

Recommendations:

​​​​​​​•    Two (2) years of relevant experience in administrative and financial office support.
•    Evidence of budgeting skills and understanding of financial management.
•    Experience with the PeopleSoft system.

Competencies

Key Competencies:

•    Results-Oriented:
–    The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
–    The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.

•    Strategic Thinking:
–    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
–    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

•    Business Acumen:
–    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
–    Proficient in using MS Office.

•    Leading:
–    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
–    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

•    Building Coalitions:
–    The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
–    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision. 

Assumption of duties:
01 May 2026 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
10 April 2026 

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 240,866.45– R 403,692.54 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits: 
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9813   for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: 
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf


The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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