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:

• Build modules and organizations on the UFS Learning Management System, this includes copying and uploading content, setting availability dates and uploading banners.
• Enroll academic staff in specific modules and organisations on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Enroll support staff in specific modules and organisations on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Enroll students into organisations on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Provide first-line support to the Learning Designer regarding access to modules on UFS Learning Management System.
• Provide general system administration (LMS) as required.
• Follow divisional procedure regarding module and organisation administration on the UFS Learning

Management System.

• Assist learning designers in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of training workshops regarding the use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Provide administrative support in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of training and workshops regarding the use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Provide general administrative support to the relevant Learning Designer.
• Assist academic and support staff with the uploading and formatting of text, audio, video and other types of electronic learning materials on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Assist academic and support staff with the creation of assessment activities on the UFS Learning Management System as needed.
• Assist academic and support staff with the creation of collaboration activities on the UFS Learning Management System as needed.
• Provide first-line support to the Learning Designer regarding the development of course material and activities.
• Support the Learning Designer in encouraging and supporting academic staff to pursue continuous curriculum and programme innovation, including alternative forms of delivery (blended and online learning).
• Support the Learning Designer in pro-actively marketing blended /online learning within the University of the Free State.
• Play an active role in the implementation of BLISS projects.
• Follow divisional procedure regarding the development of modules on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Attend to problems relating to the uploading and creation of learning material and activities on the UFS Learning Management System.
• Troubleshoot student Blackboard queries escalated from the Blackboard Student Helpdesk.
• Correspond with students and staff members to assist with activities as necessary.
• Capture staff and student query information on the faculty query page daily.
• Provide first-line technical support and troubleshooting in the use of the UFS Learning Management System to staff and students.
• Follow divisional procedure regarding the reporting and follow-up of technical problems and troubleshooting.
• Develop training materials related to the use of various tools on the Learning Management System for staff and students.
• Incorporate Universal Design for Learning principles in the development and presentation of training materials and sessions.
• Train Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in the use of the UFS Learning Management System.
• Gather/collect data, capture modules and module content on the UFS Learning Management

System for the annual module analysis project.

• Capture data for training /conferences or research-related activities within the design team.
• Participate in self-development activities to stay ahead of the latest trends in learning development.
• Play an active role in BLISS research projects.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF level 4.

Recommendations:

• A post-school qualification.
• One year experience in the use of a Learning Management System (LMS).
• One year experience in training and/or research administration.
• One year experience in a higher education environment.

Competencies

Key Competencies:

• Results-oriented.

- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- 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 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 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 (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).

Assumption of duties:
01 April 2024.

Closing date:
28 February 2024

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R211 391.43 - R354 408.50 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 051 401 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9814 /2979 /9810/ 9848/ 7659 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:

The 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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