What is likely to happen politically and economically in South Africa in 2021? Vacancy: 3588: Programme Director: Biological Sciences (Contract appointment: 5 years, with the possibility of serving a second term) Faculty: Natural and Agricultural Sciences Department: Office of the Dean: Natural Sciences Division: Type: Academic Description: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural SciencesOffice of the DeanQwaqwa CampusProgramme Director: Biological Sciences (Contract appointment: 5 years, with the possibility of serving a second term)Job ID: 3588PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY FULL-TIME PERMANENT ACADEMIC PERSONNEL FROM THE FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST.KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: http://www.Ufs.Ac.Za/templates/vacancies. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter; Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of all academic records; Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications); A certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identity document (ID); Dutiesand responsibilities:In consultation with the Assistant Dean and Faculty Manager; undertake the following: Manage the programs in the Biological and Geographical Sciences on Qwaqwa Campus, including the registration and curriculation processes in the faculty.The Programme Director will ensure adherence to UFS and Faculty rules and regulations, be part of enrolment planning, and support the development and improvement of the Biological and Geographical Sciences Programmes on Qwaqwa Campus, through the following: Manage the curriculation process of the department. Develop new Learning Programmes in consultation with stakeholders. Ensure frequent and continuous development and management of the operational plan of the Programme. Provide general leadership in the programme and ensure academic coherence across all various modules of the programme. Ensure that activities of the Programme are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy and regulatory frameworks of the University. Assume responsibility for the academic administration of the Programme. Manage matters relating to teaching, learning, and students in the Programme Ensure that the activities of the Learning Programmes for the departments are undertaken in accordance with the policy and regulatory frameworks of the University. Provide academic advice in terms of academic inquiries, amendments of yearbooks, schedules, timetables, etc. related to the Programmes for the relevant departments. Participate in advertising of the Programme, through involvement in marketing activities days of the Faculty as necessary (including road shows and open days), serving on or liaising with the marketing committee of the Faculty as necessary, and contributing to the compiling of marketing pamphlets or any suitable marketing material. Selection and admission of students where applicable. Registration of students.Inherent requirements: A PhD on (NQF level 10) in Biological/Geographical Sciences, or related field. A full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS).Required competencies: Results Orientatedo The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.o The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. Business Acumeno The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulationso Proficient in using MS Office. Strategic Thinkingo The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.o The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work. Leadingo The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.o The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together. Building Coalitionso The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.o The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.Term of office: Five years, with the possibility of reappointment for a further term.Assumption of duties:01 January 2021.Closing date:26 November 2020.Allowance:The Programme Director allowance is payable, which is calculated according to a transparent formula approved by the relevant decision-making structures of the UFS. The value of the allowance is available on request. Enquiries:For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 7267 / 7705 / 9848 or e-**********neral:The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The University subscribes to and applies the principles prescribed by the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and the employee profile of the specific department/division.The UFS is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets. Our Employment Equity Plan is available athttps://ufsacza.Sharepoint.Com/sites/supportservices/hr/Resources/Employment%20Equity%20Plan_July2017.Pdf .The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. 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.APPLY ONLINENatural and Agricultural Science staff members can log onto PeopleSoft, click Self Service, Recruiting, and Careers to apply online.
