Job 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.Duties and responsibilities:
Facilitate tutorial groups and manage all the academic and logistical tasks associated with this.
Collaborate with lecturers and the team of academic facilitators to identify complex concepts and give input for tutorial activities.
Support contract facilitators to carry out the activities each week.
Coordinate the logistics and submission of composite marks of tutorial groups for final mark purposes.
Attend training, as appropriate, and apply the skills learnt conscientiously.
Collaborate with other facilitators to support and ensure a constructive student experience.
Provide consultation hours for students from all groups.
Assist with marking of tutorial assignments and any other forms of assessment as required by the lecturer and within faculty guidelines.
Assist with test and exam marking and invigilation, as required by the lecturer and within faculty guidelines.
Run the tutorial program across the Bloemfontein and Qwaqwa campuses, although based at the Bloemfontein campus.Inherent requirements:
Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in History.
Minimum of two (2) years facilitation and/or teaching experience.
A good academic record.Recommendations:
Experience with a learning management system (preferably Blackboard).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 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.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 drivers license (if applicable).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).Assumption of duties:
As soon as possibleClosing date:
02 June 2024Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R241 843.81 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 7659 or email at SejanamaneP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9810 / 9813 / 9848 for assistance.General:
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. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdfThe University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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