Job Description

Job Title
Postgraduate Simulation Unit Officer (post level 10/11) (Job ID: 6247)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> School of Clinical Medicine
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Semi-Skilled
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
3/10/2025
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:

Lead and manage simulation-based projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee day-to-day operations of the Simulation Unit. Assist simulation educators with the preparation of simulation training programmes and equipment for internal and external stakeholders. Drive income-generating activities including fee-based training, CPD courses, and external partnerships. Manage project planning, budgets, risk, compliance, and reporting in alignment with institutional goals. Ensure equipment, facilities, and assets are maintained, utilised efficiently, and aligned with UFS policies. Develop strategic proposals, service agreements, and pricing models in collaboration with finance. Represent the Simulation Unit at industry events and build relationships with clients, partners, and regulators. Support academic integration of simulation into curricula and facilitate staff development workshops. Provide administrative and compliance support for audits, accreditation, and governance processes. Assist with strategic projects, stakeholder engagement, event coordination, and internal communication.

Inherent requirements:

Bachelor's degree or an advanced diploma/BTech degree/postgraduate certificate on NQF Level 7 in Health Sciences/Clinical Medicine/Nursing/Health Professions Education/Project Management/Business Administration. Minimum two (2) years' experience in project management within a clinical, academic or training environment.

Recommendations:

Have knowledge of medical simulators and medical task trainers. Proficiency in managing university assets and maintaining accurate inventory records. Experience with Office 365 applications.

Competencies

Required competencies:

Results Orientated:

The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

o Strategic Thinking:

The ability to deal with several activities at a time. The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

o Business Acumen:

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

o 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.

o Building Coalitions:

The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations. The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties:

As soon as possible.

Closing date:

3 October 2025.

Salary:

The annual remuneration package, including benefits is

R447 323.31 - R562 7750.48 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 2876 or email SeitlhekoLP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848/ 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:

EEA13-UFS EE Plan 1 March 2025_28 Feb 2026.pdf

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.