Job Description

INTERNAL ADVERT: PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY UFS STAFF MEMBERS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST.

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:

• Manage the fermentation unit and cheesery on the Paradys experimental farm.
• Manage the innovation park projects on the Paradys experimental farm, as well as the development of greenhouses and laboratories on the farm.
• Develop of a strategic plan/s that complement the xe2x80x9cRe-imagining project of the South Campusxe2x80x9d including entrepreneurial activities.
• Secure industry involvement on the Paradys experimental farm.
• Liaise with the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences on entrepreneurship for students.
• Responsible for research of Novalogix product development.
• Prepare bids for funding for the Paradys farm research projects.
• Support the development of an entrepreneurship-hub .
• Participate in community engagement projects.
• Serve on committees relevant to the departments and partake in departmental activities.
• Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.
• Provide formal teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students in practical Agriculture Modules.
• Lecture undergraduate and postgraduate modules and develop curriculum and module materials where relevant or required, specifically related to fermentation and brewing practices. Develop short courses in this context.
• Write research proposals, academic papers and other publications.
• Attend and speak at conferences and seminars.

Inherent requirements:

• PhD in Microbiology/Microbial Biotechnology on NQF Level 10.
• Five years' experience in fermentation to support a business venture.
• Five years' experience in entrepreneurship.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Proven experience of supervising masters and doctoral students.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• Extensive knowledge on all elements related to economic and product packaging/branding.
• Knowledge of strategy management and implementation of all the elements and complexities of the food system.
• Experience in using agricultural productivity and food production.
• Knowledge of the practical use of agricultural products for agricultural innovation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Desire and ability to teach and advise university students, up to master's degree level, as well as farming economic dynamics and agricultural farm management.
• Teaching experience.
• Proven experience in the use of Blackboard and PeopleSoft.

Competencies

Required competencies:

• Results oriented.

- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one's task.

• Strategic thinking.

- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

• Business Acumen:

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

• Leading.

- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.

• Building coalitions

- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

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 qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of all academic records.
• A certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identity document (ID).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
• A service record of your current employer / last employer (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible thereafter

Closing date:
20 August 2023

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 9814 or email at or Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9810 / 9813 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.

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