Programme Coordinator (Contract appointment 5 years) Department of Fine Arts (Job ID 6643)

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY PERMANENT ACADEMIC STAFF WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST.

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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).

Duties and responsibilities:

Provide academic programme leadership and governance including strategic planning programme performance monitoring resource planning and reporting.
Manage academic programme operations enrolment planning student advising academic progression and student success initiatives.
Lead curriculum development programme reviews and continuous improvement to ensure academic relevance and quality.
Coordinate quality assurance programme accreditation and compliance with University Faculty and professional body requirements.
Engage with academic staff students industry partners and other stakeholders to strengthen programme relevance and graduate employability.
Coordinate programme marketing student recruitment and initiatives to support sustainable enrolment.
Maintain accurate programme documentation performance data and governance reports to support informed decision-making and effective programme management.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Master of Arts in Fine Arts on NQF level 9 and currently registered for a PhD in Fine Arts at NQF Level 10 or proof of acceptance to register for a PhD in Fine Arts.
A minimum of two (2) years experience in teaching at a tertiary education level.
A full-time member of the academic staff in the Department of Fine Arts in the Faculty of the Humanities at the University of the Free State (UFS).

Recommendations:

Knowledge of portfolio selection processes for tertiary education.
Knowledge of the BA Fine Arts curriculum (e.g. progression rules outcomes exit level outcomes and NQF levels)
Knowledge of university applications available on the UFS systems such as Gradebook LMS and RIMS.
Knowledge of design and digital applications such as the ADOBE Suite especially InDesign Adobe Illustrator Photoshop Premiere Pro and Audition.
Knowledge of video production.
Knowledge of publishing on social networking sites for example Instagram and Facebook.

Key Competencies:

Results Orientated:
- The ability to maintain composure and self-control.
- 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 carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems

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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties:
01 January 2027

Closing date:
27 October 2026

Allowance:
An allowance is payable which is calculated according to a transparent formula approved by the relevant decision-making structures of the UFS. The value of the allowance is available on request.

Enquiries:
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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:

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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.