Job Description

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY PERMANENT ACADEMIC STAFF WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSTKINDLY 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:

• Manage the curriculation processes of the Programme for Plant Sciences (Botany).
• Develop new learning programmes in consultation with stakeholders.
• Ensure frequent and continuous development and management of the operational plan of the Plant Sciences department.
• Provide general leadership in the Plant Sciences Department and ensure academic coherence across all various modules of the programme.
• Account for financial management (annual budgeting, financial planning, allocation of funds, and financial control), and deployment of the resources needed for maximum benefit to the delivery of the Plant Sciences Department.
• Motivate and lead employees in the Plant Sciences Department to achieve transformation within the Programme and the institution.
• Ensure that the activities of the Plant Sciences Department are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy and regulatory frameworks of the University.
• Provide top-quality, research-informed facilitation of learning to ensure practise-based learning and improvement.
• Assume responsibility for the academic quality of the Plant Sciences Department.
• Manage the academic administration of the Plant Sciences Department.
• Monitor and manage quality assurance of technology and innovation activities in the Plant Sciences Department.
• Ensure scholarship of high quality and specialized expertise.
• Manage matters relating to teaching, learning, and students in the Plant Sciences Department.
• Conduct research.
• Provide academic advice in terms of academic inquiries, amendments of yearbooks, schedules, timetable, etc. related to the Plant Sciences Department in consultation with the Faculty Teaching and Learning manager.
• Serve on the marketing committee of the faculty as necessary.
• Compile an annual marketing plan and budget and ensure effective planning of the implementation thereof in cooperation with the support services concerned.
• Ensure appropriate advertising of the Plant Sciences Department.
• Compile marketing pamphlets or any suitable marketing material.
• Ensure involvement in the introduction of the Plant Sciences Department Road shows and open days.
• Work closely with the Academic Departmental Head in the general management processes of the division at Qwaqwa.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• PhD in Botany or related field in Plant Sciences.
• A full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of the Department Plant Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS).

Recommendations:

• Previous managerial experience will be an advantage.

CompetenciesKey Competencies Required:

• 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.

• 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 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Required documentsPlease 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 (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).

Assumption of duties:
01 January 2025Closing date:
03 November 2024Inquiries:
For inquiries, please feel free to contact or email or . Additionally, kindly contact / / / / 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.Additional Information

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