Job Description

Job Title
Lecturer - School of Accountancy (1-year Contract) (Job ID: 6243)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> School of Accountancy
Contract Type
Contract
Occupational Level
Junior Management
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
30/9/2025
Description

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.

The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit

ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements

, as well as the

following standard documentation

:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae. Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation). A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals). Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:

Teach, coordinate and assess Organisational Ethics and Citizenship, Auditing and Accounting Information Systems modules offered by the School of Accountancy at the undergraduate level. Develop students' digital acumen and other relevant graduate attributes. Contribute to curriculum development and innovation to ensure that the module offerings accommodate the requirements of professional accountancy bodies (e.g. SAICA's AGA and CA of the Future Competency Framework) and the changing world of work. Contribute to advancing the pedagogical practices followed in the School of Accountancy. Perform administrative duties within the school.

Inherent requirements:

A Master's degree in Accountancy on NQF Level 9.

or

A Chartered Accountant (SA) holding a relevant NQF Level 8 qualification in Accountancy. A good academic record

(attach a copy)

.

Recommendations:

Possess practical experience in the field of Accountancy. Recent relevant lecturing experience at an institution of higher learning. Proficient in use of Xero accounting software. Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. Proven research record of relevant publications in national accredited journals. Member of or registration with a professional body (attach proof). Member of a national or international scholarly society or committee.

Competencies

Required competencies:

Results Orientated:

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 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 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.

Assumption of duties:

01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Closing date:

30 September 2025

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

051 401 2558

or email ManzanaL@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810 / 9813 / 2979 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 Plan is available at: UFS EEA13 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026


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.