Recruitment Vacancies at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities: 

• Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity for the department at the Bloemfontein campus. 
• Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sociology. 
• Provide study guidance and supervision to final year and postgraduate students. 
• Initiate and conduct high-level research and sustain quality research outputs. 
• Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures. 
• Contribute to building an effective team of scholars. 
• Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the department and the Faculty of the Humanities. 
• Participate in engaged scholarship initiatives. 
• Recruit senior students for postgraduate studies. 
• Perform organisational and administrative duties. 
• Introduce and teach in a specific Sociology specialisation that can contribute to the faculty's academic streams.

Inherent requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment) 

or

• Master’s degree in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). 
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience, acquired either solely through lecturing or through a combination of at least two (2) years of lecturing and tutoring (totalling five years of experience), in Sociology at a higher education institution, is required.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• Experience in teaching: Introduction to Sociology/social theory/ sociology of Development/ research methods/other variations of sociology.

Competencies

Required competencies: 

• Results oriented.
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving 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 lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• 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.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Duties and responsibilities: 

• Achieve outcomes (including attaining of further qualifications) as prescribed by the Department of Higher Education & Training for nGAP appointments. 
• Teach, assess and coordinate accountancy modules offered by the School of Accountancy, as allocated by the line manager. 
• Contribute to curriculum development and innovation in the School of Accountancy. 
• Serve as a mentor to students. 
• Provide study leadership to postgraduate students. 
• Publish research in quality journals and present papers at national and international level. 
• Contribute to engaged scholarship. 
• Perform related administrative duties in the School and Faculty. 

Inherent requirements:

• Master’s degree in Accountancy or related discipline on NQF Level 9 passed with a minimum of 70% (please attach academic record). 
• Commitment to register for a doctoral degree in Accountancy or related discipline at the first available opportunity, if not yet attained by the time of the appointment.

Recommendations:

• A PhD in Accountancy or related discipline on NQF Level 10.
• Possesses experience in the facilitation of student learning at an institution of higher learning. 
• Successfully authored / co-authored papers in accredited journals. 
• Proven experience in presentation of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Is a member of a professional accountancy body (SAICA, SAIPA, ACCA or CIMA). 

Competencies

Required 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 be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Act as line manager for Student Counselling and Development staff on the QwaQwa campus.
• Responsible for performance management of Student Counselling and Development staff on QwaQwa campus.
• Providing supervision and training to junior staff where needed.
• Act as a representative within the Student Affairs managerial meetings on Qwaqwa Campus.
• Provide Psychotherapy and counselling with regard to personal, social, emotional and career development.
• Identify, diagnose, and treat serious psychological problems and refer to other professionals when the need arises.
• Liaise with Student Counselling and Development, management, student affairs, faculties, academic departments, support services and student representatives.
• Design and present developmental workshops for students.
• Market the service.
• Office management and administration.
• Conduct research.
• Participate in the Division of Student Affairs goals and objectives.

Inherent Job requirements:

• A master’s degree in counselling/ clinical/ educational psychology at NQF level nine (9), or equivalent.
• A minimum of four (4) years' relevant experience in Higher Education or working with young adults, and an involvement in student/ young adults` life activities or initiatives. 

Recommendations:

• Sesotho and /or Zulu speaking.
• Proven experience in a counselling setting within Higher Education.
• Proven managerial experience. 

Competencies

Key Competencies Required: 

• Results-oriented:
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. 
• Strategic thinking:
• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• 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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Clean restroom, including toilets, urinals, hand basins and sinks.
• Clean the kitchen, including the coffee machine and wash dishes.
• Clean the building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming.
• Always keep the entrance area clean.
• Keep the Lapa clean.
• Dust, wipe, wash and polish furniture, shelves, windowsills, external surfaces, cupboards, and fitments.
• Replenish consumable items, including soap, toilet rolls and paper towels when required.
• Notify supervisors of repairs that need to be addressed or of any inquiries pertaining to the cleaning operations system.
• Request supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Relevant experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Key Competencies Required:

Results oriented.

• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• 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.

Leading.

• 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.

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).

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Duties and responsibilities:

In consultation with the Director undertake the following:

• Manage the curriculum processes of the department.
• Develop new learning programmes in consultation with stakeholders.
• Ensure frequent and continuous development and management of the operational plan of the Programme.
• Provide general leadership in the Programme and ensure academic coherence across all various modules of the programme.
• Ensure that the activities of the Programme are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy, and regulatory frameworks of the University.
• Assume responsibility for the academic quality of the Programme.
• Manage the academic administration of the Programme.
• Ensure scholarship of high quality.
• Manage matters relating to teaching, learning, and students in the Programme.
• Conduct own research.
• Provide academic advice in terms of academic inquiries, amendments of yearbooks, schedules, timetables, etc. related to the Programme.
• Serve on the marketing committee of the faculty as necessary.
• Assist with marketing pamphlets or any suitable marketing material.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• Doctoral degree on NQF level 10.
• A full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of the Department Genetics at the University of the Free State.

Recommendations:

• Experience in academic administration.

Competencies

Key Competencies:

Results oriented.

• 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 plan work and to follow plans.

Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good management skills.
• Ability to function with ease in the university's richly diverse working environment Strategic thinking.

Leading.

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. 

Building coalitions

• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).

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Duties and responsibilities:

In consultation with the Academic Head of Department (AHD) undertake the following:

• Manage the curriculum processes of the department.
• Develop new learning programmes in consultation with stakeholders.
• Ensure frequent and continuous development and management of the operational plan of the Programme.
• Provide general leadership in the Programme and ensure academic coherence across all various modules of the programme.
• Ensure that the activities of the Programme are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy, and regulatory frameworks of the university.
• Assume responsibility for the academic quality of the Programme.
• Manage the academic administration of the Programme.
• Ensure scholarship of high quality.
• Manage matters relating to teaching, learning, and students in the Programme.
• Conduct own research.
• Provide academic advice in terms of academic inquiries, amendments of yearbooks, schedules, timetables, etc. related to the Programme.
• Serve on the marketing committee of the faculty as necessary.
• Assist with marketing pamphlets or any suitable marketing material …

Inherent Job Requirements:

• PhD on NQF Level 10.
• A full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of the Department Chemistry at the University of the Free State (UFS).

Recommendations:

• Experience in academic administration.

Key Competencies:

Results oriented.

• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving 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.
• Good management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

Leading.

• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).

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Duties and responsibilities:

Financial administration:

• Communicate daily between departments of the faculty and the UFS finances department regarding ALL financial matter e.g., create new entities, routing, payments, general ledger transactions.
• Assist with training of processes and procedures of general financial administration e.g., requesting of purchase order to finalisation of payment.
• Prepare recon, reports and support audit process of grants and external funds.
• Request and recon payments to student's accounts for funds received by grants and for bursaries.
• Assist with preparing of Faculty budgets and allocations.
• Follow up and resolve ALL financial queries.
• Prepare financial statements for financial committee meetings and at the request of heads.
• Community Based Education (CBE) financial queries and support.

Client Support: 

• Support Heads of Departments and staff members regarding financial issues and advice on UFS financial policies daily to ensure compliance.

Internal Reporting: 

• Assist in preparing financial summaries and report on all income and expenditures as requested.

General Administration: 

• General Office Administration e.g., typing, correspondence, filing, record-keeping, the handling of telephone; general enquiries. 
• Manage parking allocations and payments.

Inherent Job requirements:

• Relevant B-degree on NQF Level 7 or a relevant three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6.
• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in financial administration.

Recommendations:

• Relevant experience in Student Administration at a Higher Education Institution.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Proficiency in Sesotho will serve as a strong recommendation.

Key Competencies Required: 

Results-oriented:

• 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 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 lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• 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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document.
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Contribute to Psychiatry curriculum development in the MBChB programme; B. Occupational and Physiotherapy.
• Organising, monitoring and reporting of undergraduate clinical rotations.
• Liaise with clinical personnel regarding undergraduate student training and assessment.
• Liaise with academic staff and lecturers regarding student lectures, clinical rotations and assessments.
• Liaise with the Head of Department, as well as with the Phase II and Ill chairs, Program Director and Teaching and Learning coordinators in other clinical departments.
• Develop teaching and learning material and assessment tools.
• Provide quality assurance services in the undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.
• Teach, evaluate, assess and monitor the throughput of undergraduate modules.
• Planning and managing assessments in Psychiatry modules for undergraduate students, including coordination, development, implementation, evaluation and administration of assessments.
• Provide student support.
• Involvement in the general academic programme of the Department of Psychiatry.
• The incumbent will be required to travel to clinical training sites of the School of Clinical Medicine.
• Identify and access funding sources to support own research and research of students.
• Actively participate in the research focus areas of the department, producing outputs such as journal papers, procuring external research funding etc.
• Engage in community projects.
• Assume administrative and/or leadership duties in the department such as course co-ordinator; coordination of PhD and Masters programmes; coordinator of particular research projects; tutor selection and coordination.

Inherent Job requirements:

Lecturer/ Medical Officer

• A MBChB or master's degree in clinical psychology.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent medical practitioner or a Clinical Psychologist.
• A minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in managing patients with psychiatric conditions.

Senior Lecturer/Medical Specialist

• A MBChB or a master's degree in clinical psychology.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a specialist in Psychiatry or a Clinical Psychologist.
• A minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience in the management of undergraduate training and assessment in the specialty.

Recommendations:

• Proven experience in the supervision or training of students.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Healthcare.
• Postgraduate qualification in medical education.
• Proven experience in research in medical education.
• A PhD related to Mental Health Care.
• A valid driver's license.

Key Competencies Required: 

Results-oriented:

• 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.

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.
• Good organisation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Blackboard and Zoom.
• Knowledge of research processes.

Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others. 
• 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.

Required Documents

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document.
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Participate in curriculum design and implementation.
• Coordinate development, organization and quality management of the academic programme according to the University of the Free State (UFS) and the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Coordinate teaching and learning of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Coordinate work integrated learning of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Provide academic and registration advice.
• Apply professional advice and expertise to support planning and assessment practices.
• Supervise research students.
• Do research, apply for research funding, present, and publish research results.

Inherent Job requirements:

Lecturer:

• A PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing (for a permanent appointment).

or

• A master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in nursing (contract appointment: five years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• A bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification.
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse (General/Psychiatry/ Community) and Midwife/Accoucheur (attach a copy). 
• Nursing Education as an additional qualification and registered with SANC as such (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Provide evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
• Proven clinical experience after basic training.

Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing. 
• A bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification.
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse (General/Psychiatry/ Community), and Midwife/Accoucheur (attach a copy).
• Nursing education as an additional qualification and registered with SANC as such (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervision of graduated masters' students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• 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.
• A minimum of three (3) years' proven clinical experience. 

Recommendations:

• An additional qualification in any field of specialisation in a Nursing Programme.
• Experience in an academic role will be an added advantage. 

Key Competencies Required: 

Results oriented:

• 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 focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

Business Acumen:

• Proficient in using MS Office. 

Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• 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.

Required Documents

• Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (attach copies).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

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Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. 

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. 
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your academic record.
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in installing, maintaining, and repairing Mechanical equipment across the university campus.
• Learn and apply Mechanical codes and regulations under the guidance of experienced professionals.
•  Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify and troubleshoot Mechanical issues.
• Work closely with senior technicians to develop hands-on skills in the field.
• Participate in training programs and courses to enhance technical knowledge and proficiency.
•  Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Use hand tools and equipment proficiently.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

Inherent requirements:

• Qualified in the Mechanical field or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of Mechanical equipment.

Recommendations:

• Experience with Mechanical Equipment, although not essential.

Competencies

Required competencies: 

Results-oriented.

• 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
• Strategic thinking.
• The ability to focus on details work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.