Job Description

This post was previously advertised as Job ID: 5333. All applications received in response to the previous advertisement, will automatically be considered again. Previous applicants therefore do not need to reapply.

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:

• Develop and sustain a structured Public Health teaching and learning programme for postgraduate students in the faculty.
• Develop and drive a strong research programme in Public Health with a focus on postgraduate students.
• Responsible for coordination and management of Public Health teaching and learning and research activities in the Faculty.
• Recruit and supervise postgraduate students in the field of Public Health.
• Responsible for capacity development of faculty members involved in the Public Health teaching and learning, and research programmes.
• Promote research excellence in the field of Public Health.
• Promote inter-professional collaboration locally, nationally, regionally and internationally.
• Execute and coordinate the Public Health teaching and learning and research activities within the Faculty of Health Sciences by taking the lead.
• Liaise and support Public Health activities with other faculties.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships and collaborations with other Public Health academic and government institutions nationally and internationally.

Inherent Job requirements:
Senior Lecturer:

• Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Public Health/Community Health or related field.
• Experience with curriculum development and module coordination.
• Experience of working in tertiary academic teaching and learning or relevant research environment.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.

Associate Professor:

• Doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Public Health/Community Health or related field.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Proven experience in the presentation of research papers at national conferences, where there is evidence of peer review of papers.
• Act as an editorial board member of high-quality national scholarly journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research leadership in a specific scientific area of scholarship.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduated masters' or doctoral students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Serve as a member of a national scholarly society OR a national committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels, OR show evidence of service as an active member of an international equivalent.

Recommendations:

• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Evidence of successful sourcing and management of grant/research funding.
• Higher education qualification or strong teaching and learning background.
• Evidence of serving as a leader or chair of national or international academic body.
• Experience of management and leadership in an academic/research institution.

Competencies

Key Competencies required:

• Results orientated:

o The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
o The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

• Strategic thinking:

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

• Business acumen:

o The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
o Advanced Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and Access.

• Leading:

o The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
o The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions:

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

Required Documents

Please 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 driver's license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.

Closing date:
29 September 2023.

Salary:
The salary scale 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 or . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9813 / 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 :

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.

The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.

Additional Information

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