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. 

•    certified copies (not older than 6 months) of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
•    a certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identity document (ID).
•    proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
•    a copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
•    a service record of your current employer / last employer (only applicable to external applicants).

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Conduct psychometric assessments, including interpreting results, writing reports, and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion.
•    Administering competency-based assessments, such as computer literacy and psychometric assessments, as part of the selection and developmental procedures.
•    Assist with assessment coordination; this will include managing online supplier platforms, setting up and monitoring assessments as well as assessment administration.
•    Create individual development plans for university staff and provide feedback to assist with the improvement of productivity, performance, and engagement. 
•    Develop customised in-basket and skills assessment tests used to assess skills, abilities and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement or promotion.
•    Research, develop and present well-being programmes that enable employees to engage in effective management of their own overall well-being.
•    Research and promote employee well-being attendance.

Inherent requirements:
•    An Honours degree on NQF level 8 in Industrial Psychology/Human Resources/Psychology
•    Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychometrist or relevant field.
•    A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience related to the duties and responsibilities. 

Recommendations: 
•    Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist.
•    Knowledge and experience in research and employee well-being.
 

Required competencies:
•    Results Orientated: 
-    The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
-    The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
•    Strategic Thinking: 
-    The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
-    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
•    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 interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
-    The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

Assumption of duties: 
01 October 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Closing date:  
26 July 2023.
    
Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 408 148.51 – R 513 407.84 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 2979 or email at JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810/ 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 :   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.