Available Vacancies at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate geology modules, mainly sedimentary geology (sedimentology and stratigraphy), and any other modules as required.
• Provide study leadership at postgraduate level mainly in sedimentary geology (sedimentology and stratigraphy), sedimentary mineral systems with a focus on the sedimentary geology of southern Africa and mineral deposits therein.
• Organise and lead field trips mainly for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Recruit and supervise master's and PhD students.
• Initiate research projects· and apply for research funding from academic and industrial grant providers and forge linkage with the industry. Focus research interests should be related to sedimentary geology and mineral systems therein.
• Publish research in accredited journals.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
• Participate in community projects and engagements.
• Perform administrative duties related to his/her academic leadership, mentorship to junior staff, etc.

Inherent requirements:

Senior Lecturer 

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
• Proven experience in the presentation of paper/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
• An NRF rating 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 national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of national or international scholarly society.

Associate Professor

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences, where there is evidence of peer review papers.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
• Acted as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated master's students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Serve as a member of a national scholarly society.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Served as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels OR showed evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.

Professor

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in sedimentary geology, geology, or related geological disciplines.
• Experience as external examiner for master and doctoral students.
• Proven international recognition for specialist expertise and research in sedimentary geology and sedimentary mineral systems, among others.
• A NRF rating of C1 or C2 or equivalent status.
• Demonstrated successful supervision of graduated master's and preferably graduated doctoral students.
• Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
• Serve as a member of an international scholarly society OR an international committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

Recommendations:

• Experience and knowledge in the geology, geochemistry and mineral systems of the Southern African sedimentary basins is added advantage.
• Application of GIS and earth systems in geological sciences mainly in Sedimentary geology.
• Teaching experience at tertiary institution level as well in the development of course and materials and academic development initiatives.
• Supervision experience.
• Recognition as reviewer or as editorial board member of national and /or international journals.

Closing Date: 9/6/2025

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Duties and responsibilities

Conduct data analysis and extraction of information:

• Develop embedded audit analytics as part of audit planning, fieldwork and reporting through the execution of data analytics test steps.
• Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts, etc.
• Utilise data analysis tools and techniques to extract, clean and transform data.
• Perform advanced data analytics, including trend analysis and anomaly detection.
• Apply predictive modelling in identifying patterns, anomalies potential risks.  
• Access reliable data sources.
• Ensure data completeness and accuracy.
• Clean, transform, and standardise data.

Performs risk assessment and audit planning

• Analyse large datasets to uncover potential operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Identify unusual patterns, trends, and anomalies that may indicate vulnerabilities or emerging risks.
• Quantify and rank risks based on their likelihood and potential impact.
• Provide a data-driven approach to determine which areas require immediate attention.
• Assist in the allocation of audit resources to high-risk areas.
• Support the development of dynamic, risk-based audit plans tailored to evolving organizational risks.
• Identify key business processes and control points for detailed reviews.
• Prioritise audit focus on areas where the greatest risks or inefficiencies are present.
• Provide objective, fact-based insights to inform risk assessments and audit strategies.
• Enable auditors to move from periodic assessments to a more proactive, real-time approach.
• Identify high-risk transactions or behaviours that might indicate fraud.

Design audit tools & conduct audit testing and sampling

• Design and execute audit tests and tools and sampling methodologies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies.
• Evaluate the accuracy of financial reporting and conform to financial standards.
• Document audit areas of improvement or positive observations and recommendations area of improvement and opportunities.
• Apply professional auditing standards and internal audit protocols.
• Benchmark performance metrics.
• Identify process bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Leverage advanced techniques like machine learning and AI.
• Incorporate predictive analytics and visualisation tools.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Assist with data visualisation and reporting of information

• Present risk assessment findings in visual formats, such as dashboards and heat maps, to aid decision-making.
• Facilitate communication of risks and priorities to senior management and audit committees.
• Deliver actionable insights beyond compliance checks.
• Provide strategic recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Highlight areas for cost savings.
• Audit effectiveness and Impact Measurement.
• Track the resolution of audit findings.
• Measure the effectiveness of data-driven audits.
• Improve audit timelines and resource efficiency.
• Monitor key controls and detecting anomalies.
• Provide real-time assurance on control effectiveness.
• Collaborate with IT team to enhance data analytics capabilities.
• Optimise data extraction processes and leverage technology solutions.
• Create visually compelling dashboards, charts and graphs to present audit findings.
• Present trends and key metrics to stakeholders clearly and professionally.
• Prepare audit reports, summaries and presentations for management review.
• Highlight areas of concern, potential risks and opportunities for improvement.

Inherent requirements:

• A degree/postgraduate diploma on NQF Level 7 in  Accounting/Internal Audit/Computer Science/Data Science/Information Systems/Statistics/Business Analytics.
• Minimum three (3)  years’ relevant working experience in Internal Audit Risk Management/Data Analytics/Business Analytics.

Recommendations:

• Added advantage - Professional certification (e.g. CIA, CISA)(attach a copy).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools like ACL, IDEA, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python (attach certificates).
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP, or Banner used by universities.
• Understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly.
• Stakeholder management and teamwork.

Closing Date: 4/6/2025

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the International Institute of the Arts (IIA).
• Manage financial administration, including budget development and expense tracking.
• Coordinate project management for artist residency programmes and other initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead fundraising efforts and pursue third-stream funding opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting for administrative processes.
• Implement community engagement strategies to broaden participation.
• Support the Director of the IIA in executing strategic and operational plans.
• Establish quality assurance measures for residency programmes and projects.
• Liaise with the UFS Office of International Affairs to enhance international collaborations.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF level 7 in the field of Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Arts Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in administrative support within the arts sector, project management, or higher education administration.​​​​​​

Recommendations:

• Proven experience in financial administration, budget management, and fundraising initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage projects effectively, particularly in a cultural or educational context.
• Three (3) years’ relevant experience in administrative support within the arts or cultural sectors, including project management and event coordination.
• An Honours degree at NQF level eight (8) in the field of Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Arts Management, or a related field.
• Experience in fundraising and developing partnerships with external stakeholders in the arts community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial administration, including budget development and monitoring, in a higher education or cultural organisation.
• Familiarity with governance and policy frameworks relevant to the arts and higher education sectors, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with community engagement practices and strategies within the arts and cultural sectors.

Closing Date: 7/6/2025

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Duties and responsibilities

Social Support:

• Bereavement support
• Support families and friends in collaboration with other DSA departments.
• Ensure that affected individuals receive timely and appropriate assistance.
• Provide support as outlined in the student crisis, deaths, and funeral support protocol.
• Enhance student experience and wellbeing through the provision of services in collaboration with DSA departments and university-wide stakeholders.
• Represent SSO on the Qwaqwa campus: Qwaqwa campus DSA monthly meetings, departmental presentations, committees, forums, and Task Teams established at Qwaqwa campus and feed into the DSA Qwaqwa campus report.
• Prepare Qwaqwa campus SSO reports for both campus and institutional.
• Conduct research to ascertain students’ needs and services.
• Provide evaluation mechanisms for the provision of relevant student-centred programs and feedback.
• Responsible for recruitment, management and functioning of the SSO volunteers.
• Co-ordinate and supervise functions for all staff within SSO.
• Be involved in the recruitment process of all temporary staff within SSO.
• Co-ordinate policy reviews for identified or outdated SSO protocols and policies.
• Update and distribute campus resources, guides, and policies that inform students about available services.
• Responsible for managing and ensuring that there are available stock hygiene packs.
• Collaborate with SAPS, Protection Services and Health and Wellness Centre, on matters pertaining to student’s safety and death on and off campus.
• Provide standby support such as hospital visitations, morgues and police stations during weekends and outside of regular weekday working hours in the event of evictions, muggins, or stabbings.
• Visitation during distress for on-campus and off-campus student accommodation.
• Conduct needs assessment for students in hospitals and police station and provide well-being support.
• Engage with the Social worker pertaining to pregnancy cases and situational needs assessment.
• Engage with Protection Service and SAPS regarding matters pertaining to student cases, projects and programs.
• Manage referrals of students to relevant departments in handling student cases.

Office Management:

• Ensure effective and efficient productivity of the office. Handle additional work-related tasks requested by line manager and/or Head of DSA at Qwaqwa campus
• Manage day to day inquiries and requests of students.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, databases, and files utilising the case management system.
• Handle incoming inquiries from clients and the public, providing information and directing them to the appropriate services.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and events for the Social Support Office.
• Develop the report for case management, including intake forms and case notes.
• Ensure compliance with Institutional and sponsorship guidelines, overseeing all sponsorship requests.
• Provide guidance to students during sponsorship applications, ensuring alignment with policies and financial protocols.
• Conduct financial forecasting and cost estimation for events and sponsorship requests to optimise budget allocation.
• Manage and streamline the requisition process, ensuring accurate and timely issuance of Purchase Orders.
• Oversee the approval process for invoices and facilitate prompt payments to service providers,ensuring accountability and transparency.
• Coordinate and process travel authorisations and cash advances for student travel, maintaining compliance with university policies.
• Facilitate and oversee journal transfers for institutional service providers, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Maintain comprehensive records of expenses, invoices, Purchase Orders, approvals, and financial justifications to ensure financial accountability.
• Manage procurement process's, including ordering of office supplies, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement.
• Compile detailed financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, providing key insights and recommendations.
• Project Co-ordination:
• Coordinate and oversee the planning and execution of SSO campus programs and events.
• Ensure compliance for campus and ISSO program with procurement policies, Health and Safety Act and other institutional Standard Operating Procedures.
• Collaborate with various internal departments to incorporate diverse activities, workshops and sessions that cater to the interests and needs of the student community.
• Foster sense of community through engagement activities, support networks, and initiatives that promote a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
• Work closely with the Head of Social Support Office to manage logistics for ISSO events and maintain accurate documentation.
• Responsible for drafting, implementing and ensuring that programs and activities are in concordance with the approved operational budget for campus and ISSO Projects. Implement Social Support programs, workshops, and events that foster well-being and resilience among students on the Qwaqwa Campus.
• Implement Social Support programs, workshops, and events that foster well- being and resilience among students on the Qwaqwa Campus. 

Inherent Job Requirements:

• Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4.
•  A valid driver’s licence (attach a copy).
• One (1) year’s relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities, in the Higher Education environment. 

Recommendations:

• Reside within a 100 km radius of Phuthaditjhaba.
• Advanced project management experience.

Closing Date: 2/6/2025

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Duties and responsibilities

Teaching and Learning:

• Responsible for teaching and learning in postgraduate Public Health programmes. This includes lectures, workshop facilitation, assessments and seminars.
• Coordinate/Lead modules and programmes in Public Health.
• Provide support for skills development within Public Health programmes.
• Provide supervision for postgraduate research projects.
• Contribute to relevant development within the curriculum and new programmes.
• Maintain a scholarly profile in line with a Senior Lecturer appointment in an academic department.

Research:

• Conduct research, publications, and presentations of research.
• Participate in national and/or international fora to share research results.
• Identify and attract some funding sources to support own research.
• Update knowledge and understanding in the relevant Public Health area of specialisation.
• Actively seek opportunities for internal and external research collaborations.

Engaged Scholarship:

• Utilisation of academic scholarly expertise for intentional public purpose or benefit that demonstrates engagement with external constituencies.
• Community outreach within the health sector and/or other sectors and the wider community that contributes to the scholarship at the UFS.
• Being of service to other universities, e.g. external examining, assisting with curriculum reviews, organising conferences, collaborations on inter-university projects.
• Being of service to other local stakeholders such as government or NGOs, e.g. serving on advisory bodies, contributing to policy formulation and review.
• Provide scientific consultant expertise within the health system and other related sectors to advance public health functions.
• Raise awareness, promote debate and shift discourse in civil society, communities, industry, education, health sectors and/or other related sectors using scientific expertise, scholarship or research findings.

Leadership and Administration:

• Provide leadership, innovation decision-making and administration within the Department, Faculty and/or University.
• Serve on Department, School, Faculty and/ or University committees.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A PhD on NQF Level 10 in the field of Public Health or equivalent.
• Three (3) years' experience teaching modules in Public Health in a higher education institution.
• Three (3) years' experience in curriculum and programme development and coordination.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated masters' students.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.

Recommendations:

• An NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervision of graduated doctoral degree students.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• 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.