Chief Officer: Academic Planning (Post Level 8): Dirap

Job Title
Chief Officer: Academic Planning (post level 8): DIRAP (Job ID: 5941)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Academic -> Directorate for Institutional Research and Academic Planning
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Junior Management
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
23/10/2024
Description
This post was previously advertised as Job ID 5870. 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: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Duties and responsibilities:

Offer programme design and development support and design to academics through consultation, training and relevant resources in developing the programmes and modules of the university.
Screen all proposals of programmes to ensure that the programmes follow strategic direction in terms of responding to the labour market needs/trends and realising the vision, mission, strategic goals and PQM of the University.
Screen the content and design of programmes to ensure effective alignment of the programmes and modules to the institution's teaching and learning, assessment and quality assurance policies and strategies.
Screen programme and modules for effectively alignment to the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF), other higher education frameworks and policies, accreditation standards and requirements of relevant authorities (CHE, DHET, SAQA and professional bodies).
Ensure that the delivery of the programmes ensure appropriate teaching and learning and assessment strategies for on-campus, remote and HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) modes of delivery.
Analyse programme proposals to ensure that the programmes meet appropriate requirements of curriculum design credibility, and that the curriculum is appropriately designed in consistence with the intended learning experiences, outcomes and competencies.
Provide professional support and guidance through consultation, training and relevant resources to academics and relevant support services personnel on the implementation of quality assurance processes, procedures and monitoring provisions.
Participate in planning and facilitating quality reviews, module/teaching evaluations, and other quality assurance initiatives.
Establish a quality management system, including policies, processes, procedures, and guidelines for HyFlex teaching, learning, and assessment.
Develop, review and implement relevant policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures to ensure appropriate handling of programme data and information.
Facilitate programme information and data platforms of the Academic Planning Unit of DIRAP.
Conduct audits on the PQM and associated platforms to ensure accuracy of the information and data of the programmes continually.
Verify programme information and data for processing according to the different systems and needs of stakeholders of the University.
Plan, promote, coordinate and facilitate various academic planning and quality assurance related special projects and events.
Write and review academic planning and quality related programme proposals/applications, reports and other documentation/submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with accreditation and/or other relevant requirements prior to submission to the relevant university structures.
Engage in self-directed professional reading, professional liaison with colleagues, and other professional development interventions to remain competent and abreast with the developments in higher education academic planning and quality assurance practice.
Fulfil all responsibilities regarding performance management.

Inherent Job Requirements:

Honours degree/ Postgraduate Diploma on NQF Level 8 in Higher Education, Curriculum Studies, Educational Technologies or related field.
A minimum of three (3) years' experience in curriculum practice, instructional design or academic planning and quality assurance within a Higher Education environment.

Recommendations:

Master's Degree on NQF Level 9 is an added advantage.
Research and academic support experience in the areas of curriculum development and implementation.
Higher education curriculum theories, emerging practices and research.
Instructional and learning design theories, emerging practices and research.
South African Higher Education and Training (DHET, SAQA and CHE) legislation and policies.
Higher education accreditation and quality management processes.

Competencies
Key Competencies:

Results oriented.
The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one's task.
The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.


Strategic thinking.
The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.


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


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


Building coalitions
The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

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).
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: 01 December 2024.
Closing date: 22 October 2024.
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 9813 or email ******. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810 / 9814 / 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 Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).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.

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