Job Description

Job Title
Lecturer (in Sociology or cognate discipline) (Job ID: 6121)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department Sociology
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Junior Management
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
13/5/2025
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:

Contribute towards creating a strong academic identity for the Department of Sociology. Coordinate and provide academic leadership of Sociology modules at various UFS campuses Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sociology. Provide study guidance and supervision to final-year and postgraduate students. Initiate and conduct high-level research and sustain quality research outputs. Active participation and involvement in applicable UFS management structures. Build an effective team of scholars. Contribute to programme development and curriculum review within the Department and Faculty. Participate in community engagement initiatives. Perform organisational and administrative duties.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Lecturer

A PhD in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment).

or

Master's degree in Sociology or cognate discipline on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Sociology or cognate discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). A minimum of three (3) years of lecturing experience and two (2) years of tutoring/facilitation experience in Sociology at an institution of higher learning. Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.

Recommendations:

A strong teaching focus on social theory and social research methods. Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
Competencies

Key Competencies Required :

Results oriented:

The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and work to achieve success. The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

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 negotiate, sell, influence and persuade others. The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all social situations.

Requested documents

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). Copies of all academic records. A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals). Proof of registration with a Professional Body. A copy of your driver's license (if required). Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:

01 June 2025 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:

13 May 2025.

Salary:

The salary is available on request.

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 9813

or email at

PhokaR@ufs.ac.za

or

Recruit@ufs.ac.za

.Additionally, kindly contact

051 401 2979

/

9810

/

9814

/

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 :

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.

The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.