Job Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID 5842. Previous applicants must reapply.KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Duties and responsibilities:
Provide coordination, planning and monitoring of all moot courts organised and participated in by the Faculty of Law and its students.
Contribute to the quality and performance of participants and organising of the internal moot court competition.
Contribute to knowledge creation and dissemination on moot courts, its impact on students and staff.
Responsible for project planning, financial administration and executing moot court participation and organisation in a timeous and professional manner.Inherent requirements:
An LLB Degree on NQF Level 8.
Minimum two (2) years relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
One (1) year relevant experience in facilitation and coordination of moot courts and or participation.Recommendations:
One (1) year of relevant experience in a Law Clinic and higher education environment.
Enrolled for postgraduate studies.
Knowledge and experience of student training and moot courts.
Knowledge of the Rules of the Magistrates Court and the uniform Rules of Court.
Knowledge of Clinical Legal Education.
Experience within the higher education environment.
Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
Member of a or registration at a professional body.Required competencies:
Results oriented.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Strategic thinking.
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
Business Acumen:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading.
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building coalitions
- The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- 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. 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 (if required).
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 drivers license (if required).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).Assumption of duties:
1 May 2025 or as soon as possible.Closing date:
13 April 2025Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R447 323.31 R562 750.48 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 2979 or email JardineS@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).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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