Current Vacancies at University of Fort Hare

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• M+3 year qualification in office management / administration / education /social sciences or any other related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience in University Administration.
• Knowledge of ITS system.
• Experience in Student Affairs Division
• Driver’s license

COMPETENCIES

• Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels.
•  Project management skills.
• Excellent work ethics and willingness to work long hours.
• Good minutes taking and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of budgeting processes
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft package.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.

DUTIES:

• SGDU Office administration.
• Compile monthly reports.
• Perform secretarial duties (arranging meetings, making appointments, preparing attendance register, agendas and minutes, distribution of documents etc.)
• Assist with drafting of policies and other important documents.
•  Booking of venues for meetings, workshops and seminars.
• Administer logistics for events/functions in compliance with Supply Chain Management Policies (e.g. quotations for catering, uniforms, accommodation, car rentals and other office needs)
•  Process invoices, claims and reimbursement in the unit.
•  Purchase and order office supplies, groceries, including office stationery and equipments. 
• Assist student governance formations with their day-to-day administrative duties.

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Minimum Requirements:

• Matric plus 3 years post-matric qualification at NQF Level 7 (or equivalent)
• 5 years Administration/Secretarial experience in Higher Education or similar setting
• Evidence of training/working knowledge of ITS systems
• Knowledge of University processes, policies, and systems

Advantages:

• Degree in administration or related field
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, excellent organizational and public relations skills, as well as capacity to function independently, meet deadlines, communicate well (written and verbally)
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team
• Responsibilities include:
• Management of the office and diary of the Registrar
• Provide an effective interface between the Registrar’ office and all levels of the University community.
• Meetings, event coordination and management including administration of the relevant meetings in the Department (agenda compilation, minutes and reports)
• Office Administration including Secretarial (Personal Assistant)
• Drafts routine and standard notices, circulars etc for the Registrar’s signature and arranges for dissemination of the same.
• Plans and organizes the Registrar’s time, calling for information and subsequent initiation and preparation of occasions set in the diary. 
• Prepares the Registrar’s diary annually according to the University Calendar, and in accordance with the Registrar’s specific requirements and internal planning
• Maintains a pending system for follow-up of previous correspondence and passes items to the Registrar, the Executive Operations Manager or the Deputy Registrar’s, as the case may be for follow-up action
• Liaises with all persons reporting to the Registrar’s office for whatever reason (visitors, staff and students) on a wide variety of matters
• Ensures all Council, Management and Senate Committees are always fully constituted
• Managing travel and accommodation logistics for the Registrar.
• Administrative follow up on financial and HR matters of the Department

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   

• Doctorate (LLD) in Law.
• At least five (5) years teaching experience in higher education.
• A track record of DHET accredited research publications commensurate with the academic rank of senior lecturer.
• Post-graduate supervision experience at least at Master’s level.

Added advantages:

• NRF rating.
• Registration with professional / scientific bodies.
• Post admission experience either as an Advocate or an Attorney.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Teaching and learning within the department.
• Understanding of and familiarity with the higher education teaching, learning, research, and innovation domain.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strict observance to ethical principles and academic integrity.
• Suitable ability to mentor junior staff or colleagues.
• Supervise post-graduate research.
• Fundraising for research.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   

• Doctorate (LLD) in Law.
• At least five (5) years teaching experience in higher education.
• A track record of DHET accredited research publications commensurate with the academic rank of senior lecturer.
• Post-graduate supervision experience at least at Master’s level.

Added advantages: 

• NRF rating.
• Registration with professional / scientific bodies.
• Post admission experience either as an Advocate or an Attorney.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Teaching and learning within the department.
• Understanding of and familiarity with the higher education teaching, learning, research, and innovation domain.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strict observance to ethical principles and academic integrity.
• Suitable ability to mentor junior staff or colleagues.
• Supervise post-graduate research.
• Fundraising for research.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES :

• CA (SA); and
• Registered for a Masters degree in Accounting or related field.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Must be able to teach Accounting
• Participate in administrative duties
• Undertake research either individually or in collaboration
• Participate in different committees at departmental and faculty level
• Participate in community initiatives embarked by the unit and faculty
• Any other duties related to academic and professional development of self and students

THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES WILL BE A FURTHER ADVANTAGE:

• A Masters degree in Accounting.
• Experience in teaching or tutoring at a Higher Education Institution

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Minimum Requirements:

• A Doctoral degree in Agricultural
• At least 5 years of Teaching experience at a tertiary institution.
• Research experience supported by a publication record in DHET-accredited journals commensurate with the level of Senior Lecturer.
• Successful graduation of post-graduate students and evidence of attracting research funding.
• Added Advantages:
• NRF rating

Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and Honours courses in Agricultural Extension and any other courses assigned by the Head of the Department.
• Participate in regular recurriculation of modules or programme reviews.
• Develop research within the area of Agricultural Extension and rural/agricultural development.
• Attract research funding.
• Supervise Honours, Master’s, and Doctoral students.
• Participate in community engagement.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of Department.
• The successful candidate will be required to register for a postgraduate diploma in Higher Education.

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Minimum Requirements:

• A Doctoral degree in Agricultural Extension or in the final year of their Doctorate.
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution.
• Research experience supported by either a publication record in DHET-accredited journals, successful post-graduate supervision or evidence of attracting research funding.
• Added Advantages:
• NRF rating

Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and Honours courses in Agricultural Extension and any other courses assigned to you by the Head of Department.
• Participate in regular recurriculation of modules or programme reviews.
• Develop research within the area of Agricultural Extension and rural/agricultural development.
• Attract research funding.
• Supervise Honours, Master’s, and Doctoral students.
• Participate in community engagement.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of Department.
• The successful candidate will be required to register for a Postgraduate diploma in Higher Education.

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Minimum Requirements: 

• A Doctoral degree in Entomology or an associated field.
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institute.
• Research experience supported by either a publication record in DHET-accredited journals, a successful postgraduate supervision record or successful research funding.
• Added Advantage:
• NRF rating

Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and honours courses in Entomology and any other courses assigned to you by the Head of Department.
• Participate in regular recurriculation of modules or programme reviews.
• Develop research within the areas of entomology or associated fields.
• Attract research funding.
• Supervise BSc Honours, MSc and PhD students.
• Participate in community engagement.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of Department.
• The successful candidate will be required to register for a Postgraduate diploma in Higher Education.