Jobs Opportunities At The University Of Fort Hare With Application Deadline 01 November 2022
Taken As It Is On Fort Hare website
Lecturer in isiXhosa-English Language and Literacy Education (Ref 3343)
The University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint an appropriately qualified and experienced candidate for the vacant position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Doctoral degree in Education (PhD or D.Ed.) with a focus on or specialization in literacy or language education.
- Professional teaching qualification.
- Research experience supported by a publication record in DHET-accredited journals.
- A minimum of five years teaching bilingual (isiXhosa & English) literacy and language at the primary school level, Foundation Phase.
THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES WILL BE A FURTHER ADVANTAGE:
- Experience teaching (or supporting teachers) in isiXhosa (or related Nguni) medium of instruction foundation phase classrooms.
- Experience in developing isiXhosa & English bilingual curriculum and materials
- Ability to mentor classroom teachers in home language literacy in the foundation phase.
- Experience in designing, implementing and evaluating teacher professional development (both initial teacher education and/or in-service teacher education.)
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
- Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
- Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and three work-related referees, on the application website.
- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
Queries can be directed to Ms M. Gumede at mgumede@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190
Snr Lecturer/Lecturer – Commerce Eduction
Minimum requirements and competencies:
- Relevant degree in Education with specialisation in Accounting/Economics/Business Studies (Lecturer Master’s, Senior Lecturer Doctoral)
- A professional teaching qualification
- Experience in teaching Accounting/Economics/Business Studies in Higher Education commensurate with the academic rank
- A track record of research and publications in accredited national and internationally recognised research journals within the areas of Accounting, Economics and Business
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision experience
- Evidence of academic leadership
Duties:
- To teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in the area of Accounting/Economics/Business Studies, and any Education Studies Modules
- To take part in issues of curriculum renewal
- Supervising postgraduate students
- To Carry out research and produce research publications
- To engage in community outreach and collaborative
- To participate in training and assessing student teachers for and during school-based work integrated learning
Closing Date: 7 November 2022
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
- Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post and the Campus applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
- Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and proof of remuneration and three work-related referees, on the application website.
- Note that for all re-advertised positions this advert supersedes the one advertised previously owing to modifications made. Candidates who have previously applied are requested to re-apply.
- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
Queries can be directed to Ms A. Sonjica asonjica@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190
Lecturer – Pure Mathematics
Minimum Requirements:
- A PhD degree in Pure Mathematics
- Teaching experience at the tertiary level.
- Research experience supported by a publication record in DHET-accredited journals.
Added Advantage:
- Evidence of attracting research funding.
- Supervised post-graduate students.
- NRF rating
Duties:
- Teach undergraduate courses in Mathematics and any other courses assigned to you by the Head of the Department.
- Participate in regular recirculation of modules or programme reviews.
- Develop research within the areas of Group Theory and Fuzzy Group Theory.
- Attract research funding.
- Supervise BSc Honours, MSc and PhD students.
- Participate in community engagement.
- Any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of the Department.
- The successful candidate will be required to register for a PGDHE.
Closing Date: 7 November 2022
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
- Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post and the Campus applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
- Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and proof of remuneration and three work-related referees, on the application website.
- Note that for all re-advertised positions this advert supersedes the one advertised previously owing to modifications made. Candidates who have previously applied are requested to re-apply.
- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
Queries can be directed to Ms A. Sonjica asonjica@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190
Senior Administrator
NB: THIS IS FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide administrative, business and secretarial support to the Dean: of Student Affairs and other staff within the Student Affairs division viz. Disability Unit, Health Care Centre, HIV/AIDS Unit, Residence department, Student Counseling Unit, Sports and Recreation department and Student Development and Governance. Working collaboratively with Student Affairs staff to ensure integrated service provision to the University community. Provide high-quality service and advice that is proactive and solution-focused and responsive to customer needs.
- A three-year qualification in office management/administration
- Minimum of three years of secretarial and or administration skills in an institution of higher learning.
- Knowledge of ITS system
COMPETENCIES:
- Planning & organizational skills
- Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
DUTIES:
- Manage, coordinate and improve the administration of the Student Affairs division, Committees, Units and departments
- Receive visitors to the department on behalf of the Dean and other members of the Student Affairs team and meet and greets special guests.
- Screen Dean’s telephone calls and redirect urgent calls to senior managers in the Dean’s absence.
- Manage Dean’s diary.
- Attend to reception and general telephone enquiries and when necessary refer matters to relevant Student affairs departments
- Answer telephones, screen callers and relay messages.
- Provide secretarial services at the divisional staff meetings, maintain an accurate record of proceedings and provide meeting minutes.
- Coordinate internal and external communication and correspondence.
- Prepare general and confidential correspondence and reports, and prepare relevant documentation for presentations and briefings using word processing and other software.
- Maintain and update e-mail groups, telephone lists
- Coordinates website updates.
- Type Committee agendas and minutes.
- Compile and type reports.
- Assure confidentiality and document security
- Plan and organised events in the division
- Manage all office activities including coordination of workshops and other events.
- Distribute and deal appropriately with incoming and outgoing mail for the Department
- Checks availability of office supplies and equipment compiles requisitions, and orders and receives and shelves stock.
- Ensure economical use of office stationery and equipment.
- Provide guidance to students on the proper use of office equipment / electronic machines. Contact and liaise with suppliers for equipment quotations and general issues.
- Provide assistance with budget preparation for the department.
- NB: The position would be based in Alice although the incumbent will be expected to render services at all University of Fort Hare Campuses
Closing Date: 01 November 2022
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
- Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
- Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and three work-related referees, on the application website.
- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
Queries can be directed to Ms M. Gumede at mgumede@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190
Residence Administrator
REQUIREMENTS:
- M+3 Years Qualification in office management/administration or any related field;
- 1-2 years experience in a University Administration set up
- Good working knowledge of the Microsoft package
- Knowledge of the ITS system
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures
COMPETENCIES
- Good negotiation, conflict resolution, and mediation skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to deal with people at all levels
- Excellent work ethic and willingness to work long hours;
- Good Minute taking and report writing skills
DUTIES:
- Provide administrative support to the Residence Manager and Residence Department.
- Assist In organizing Departmental programmes
- Assist Residence Manager through minute taking, coordinating Departmental meetings compilation of budget, expenditure, monthly and quarterly reports
- Assist the office with the management of annual and sick leaves for staff.
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
- Co-ordinate and execute procurement functions in the residence Department with the Residence Manager
- Manages and handles confidential information to and from Residence Department
NB: The position would be based in Alice although the incumbent will be expected to render services at all University of Fort Hare Campuses
Closing Date: 1 November 2022
To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:
- Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post applied for on the SUBJECT LINE.
- Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and three work-related referees, on the application website.
- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
- Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
- Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.
Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
Queries can be directed to Ms M. Gumede mgumede@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190