Job Description

Job Title
Intern - Centre for Universal Access and Disability Support (CUADS) (contract appointment: 1 year) (Job ID: 6046)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Student Affairs -> Center for Universal Access and Disability Support
Contract Type
Contract
Occupational Level
Temporary
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
5/3/2025
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:

Update and maintain CUADS student database. Procure marketing material, venues, catering services, designs and reasonable accommodation. Coordinate marketing and communication of CUADS events. Communicate to CUADS students with general CUADS related information. Administer the CUADS email address. Update CUADS website.

Inherent requirements:

A Bachelor's degree or an Advanced Diploma/ B-Tech degree/ Postgraduate Certificate on NQF level 7 in Marketing or a closely related field.

The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates for an Internship:

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 the period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship.

Recommendations:

Experience in a student appointment position within a higher education environment.

Competencies

Required 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.

o 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.

o Business Acumen:

The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficient in using MS Office.

o 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.

o 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.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter. Copies of qualifications or proof of qualifications obtained (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications). A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals). Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if required). A copy of your driver's license (if required).

Assumption of duties:

As soon as possible.

Closing date:

05 March 2025

Salary:

The salary is R9 100.00 per month.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9814 or email Makola@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 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).pdf

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