Job Description

Job Title
Officer: Research Analyst (post level 10) (Job ID 5495)

Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning

Contract Type
Permanent

Occupational Level
Semi-Skilled

Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)


Closing Date
8/11/2023

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. Duties and responsibilities

• Support the coordination and administration of student engagement surveys in participating universities.
• Support the analyses of student engagement surveys (including creating syntax and output files).
• Ensure the integrity of the data collected through the implementation of rigorous data management and cleaning processes.
• Compile institutional reports on student engagement surveys.
• Conduct descriptive and inferential analyses and write reports as needed for projects/presentations/workshops within and beyond the CTL.
• Co-present student engagement workshops to participating institutions.
• Deliver accurate reports on time (including performing required checks to ensure data accuracy and integrity).
• Support with the design, build and updating of dashboards.

Inherent Job Requirements

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B.Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF level 7 or a 3-year National Diploma on NQF level 6.
• A minimum of two (2) years relevant experience with statistical analysis (preferably of surveys).
• A minimum of two (2) yearsxe2x80x99 experience with Excel.

Recommendations

• Honours degree on NQF level 8.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in survey analysis software.
• Detail-oriented.

Competencies
Key Competencies Required:

• Results-oriented.
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and work to achieve success.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and to fulfil obligations.

xe2x80xa2 Strategic thinking.

• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

xe2x80xa2 Business Acumen:

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

xe2x80xa2 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.

xe2x80xa2 Building coalitions

• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
• The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.

Required Documents Please ensure 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).
• 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 December 2023 Closing date:
8 November 2023 Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R408 148.51 xe2x80x93 R513 407.84 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications. 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 9813 or email PhokaR@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979/ 9810/ 9814/ 9848 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: https://ufsacza.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/supportservices/hr/Employment Equity/EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf?csf=1&web=1&e=TjtoXH 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.