Programme Coordinator: BSocSci Programme (Psychology) (Contract appointment: 5 years) (Job ID: 6680)

University of the Free State; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance

Job summary

The University of the Free State invites applications for the position of Programme Coordinator: BSocSci Programme (Psychology) on a five-year contract. The role is based at the Bloemfontein campus and focuses on academic leadership for the Psychology BSocSci programme, including planning, governance, and curriculum oversight.

You will coordinate quality assurance, engage with staff, students, industry partners, and drive recruitment and enrolment initiatives while maintaining accurate programme

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology or currently registered for PhD in Psychology.
• Full-time academic staff member in the Department of Psychology at UFS.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic programme leadership and governance including planning and reporting.
• Manage programme operations: enrolment planning, student advising, progression and student success initiatives.
• Lead curriculum development and programme reviews for quality and relevance.
• Coordinate quality assurance and accreditation in line with university and professional bodies.
• Engage with staff, students, industry partners to enhance graduate employability.
• Coordinate marketing and recruitment initiatives to support enrolment.
• Maintain accurate programme documentation and governance reports for informed decision-making.

Skills

Results oriented

Strategic thinking

MS Office proficiency

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Psychology or currently registered for PhD in Psychology

Job description

Job Title

Programme Coordinator: BSocSci Programme (Psychology) (Contract appointment: 5 years) (Job ID: 6680)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Faculty of Humanities -> Department Psychology

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Temporary

Location

Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

9 November 2026

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 Requirements

• PhD in Psychology or currently registered for a PhD in Psychology on NQF Level 10.
• A full-time member of the academic staff in the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of the Humanities at the University of the Free State (UFS).

Recommendations

• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ lecturing/leadership experience in Music at a tertiary institution.

Required Competencies

• Results Orientated:
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption Of Duties

01 January 2027

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

For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9813 or email [e-mail] or [e-mail]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659/2979 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: ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.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.