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Lecturer/ Researcher (Academic Literacy Coordinator) - Free StateFull job descriptionJob TitleLecturer/ Researcher (Academic Literacy Coordinator) (Job ID: 5662)Organizational UnitUniversity of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning -> Academic Language and Literacy DevelopmentContract TypePermanentOccupational LevelJunior ManagementLocationQwaqwa Campus - Qwaqwa, FS ZA (Primary)Closing Date13/3/2024DescriptionThis post was advertised with Job ID: 5612. Previous applicants therefore need not to reapply for this position.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:Teach an Education academic literacy module (including online and/or blended learningformat).Design appropriate formative and summative assessments within the Academic Literacy Programme / module.Mark assessments and provide feedback to students.Design learning and teaching materials for use by facilitators within the Academic Literacy Programme.Use various communication platforms to communicate with students and facilitators.Manage the implementation and student support of the M-Reader and iCAN extensive reading programmes for own cohort.Present academic writing workshops and consultations for students and consultation sessions in the writing centre (online and/or face-to-face)Coordinate and ensure quality within the Academic Literacy Programme through facilitator evaluation and moderation, as well as student module evaluation.Conduct research into studentsxe2x80x99 academic literacy needsResearch and analyse global trends in English for academic purposes as they relate to key strategic imperatives.Produce 1 (one) research output per year in the form of conference paper and/or article publication.Create and nurture a culture of inquiry, research, and evidence-based practice within the ALLD.Coordinate day-to-day administrative activities/operations of two English Academic Literacycourses.Provide strategic advice to the ALLD head to help enhance the programme.Manage class allocations and student groups (on a continuous basis). Co-plan, coordinate and compile facilitator training content, material and guidelines with the Unit Coordinator.Ensure the development and identifying support needed by facilitators.Provide teaching and learning training for learning facilitators on a continuous basis.Curriculum development of two English Academic Literacy courses.Ensure quality assurance by facilitator evaluation and moderation.Provide guidance and mentorship to facilitators.Present workshops and train facilitators.Evaluate learning facilitation (class visits) and provide facilitators with feedback.Maintain contact with Bloemfontein coordinators and ALLD head.Design learning and teaching materials for use by facilitators and ensure the quality of those materials.Facilitate the administration of yearly pre and post-test.Handle student enquiries.Attend to facilitator queries.Communicate with students on Blackboard.Identify and report timetable issues to ALLD head.Manage facilitatorxe2x80x99s recruitment, selection testing and contract appointments.Inherent Job Requirements:LecturerA PhD in English, Applied Linguistics, Education, OR a related discipline on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment)orMasterxe2x80x99s degree in English, Applied Linguistics, Education, OR a related discipline on NQ Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.Proven experience in teaching in the field of academic literacy OR English language in the higher education sector.A good academic record.Recommendations:Proven coordination of teaching and learning activities in Higher EducationA minimum of three yearsxe2x80x99 experience in the field of academic literacy OR English language in the higher education sector.Proven experience in curriculum design, materials writing and assessment of student learning.Experience in consulting in a university writing centre.Experience in desktop and field research.Qualification in TEFL, TESOL or related course.Experience in the use of Learning Management Systems e.g. Blackboard / Moodle / Sakai / Canvas.CompetenciesKey Competencies Required: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 onexe2x80x99s task.xe2x80xa2 Strategic thinking:The ability to deal with several activities at a time.The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.xe2x80xa2 Business Acumen:The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.Proficient in using MS Office.xe2x80xa2 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.xe2x80xa2 Building coalitions:The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision. Required DocumentsPlease ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.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).A copy of your driverxe2x80x99s license (if applicable).Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants). Assumption of duties:01 April 2024.Closing date:13 March 2024.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 9810 or email at MofoloNG@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848/ 9813/ 9814/ 2979/ 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).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.The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.

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