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Company: University of Free State
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 10 April 2026
Job Details
- 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
- Closing Date: 10 April 2026
- Assumption of Duties: 01 June 2026
- Salary: R9 497.50 monthly
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.
Selection Criteria
- 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.
Key Competencies
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.
Enquiries
For enquiries ONLY, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558 for assistance.
General Information
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.
