Readvertisement: Devonian Outreach Assistant 2-year contract

Rhodes University; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution seeks a Devonian Outreach Assistant for a 2-year contract. The role involves outreach on Makhanda’s Devonian palaeontological heritage to learners and tourists. Candidates should have Grade 12 with Science and approximately 2 years of relevant experience, along with fluency in isiXhosa and English. A valid South African driver’s license and background in palaeontology are preferred.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of relevant experience.
• Background in Palaeontology encouraged.
• Experience working within a palaeontology lab.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach on Makhanda’s Devonian palaeontological heritage.
• Engage with learners, general visitors, and tourists.

Skills

Fluency in isiXhosa

Fluency in English

Experience with palaeontology outreach

Teaching school groups

Guided gallery tours

Education

Grade 12 with Science

Background study in Palaeontology

Tools

Valid South African driver's license

Job description

Readvertisement: Devonian Outreach Assistant 2-year contract (Grade 7)

Department/ Division Name

The Albany Museum invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To provide outreach on Makhanda’s Devonian palaeontological heritage to learners, general visitors, and tourists.

The Requirements

Grade 12 with Science plus approximately 2 years of relevant experience. Background study in Palaeontology (including, for example, successful completion of reputable online palaeontology courses) is encouraged.

• Valid South African driver's license.
• Experience working within a palaeontology lab.
• Experience working within a Devonian palaeontology lab.
• Experience with outreach on Devonian palaeontology, including teaching school groups and guided gallery tours.

Fluency in isiXhosa and English.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The Following Documents Are Required

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand‑written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to [e-mail].

Selection Process (provisional Date, Subject To Change)

• Short‑listing meeting scheduled for the TBC 2025.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration Per Annum (Grade 07)

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R300,000.00 per annum.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed‑term contract of not less than three years.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 13 November 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of under‑represented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University’s Recruitment and Selection policies.

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