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Intern: Technology in teaching and learning – Assessment (contract appointment: 1 year) Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6414) Jobs in Bloemfontein Metropolitan Area at University of the Free State

Title: Intern: Technology in teaching and learning – Assessment (contract appointment: 1 year) Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6414)

Company: University of the Free State

Location: Bloemfontein Metropolitan Area

Job Title

Intern: Technology in teaching and learning – Assessment (contract appointment: 1 year) Blended Learning Innovation Support and Services (BLISS) (Job ID: 6414)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic -> Centre for Teaching and Learning

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Temporary

Location

Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

10/4/2026

Description

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.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

Requirements

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

  • Assist in the development of e-assessment activities, including the development of assessment question banks and scheduling of e-assessments on official UFS online assessment platforms.
  • Assist in the development of training material for objective assessments.
  • Provide support on the preparation, implementation and evaluation of student and academic staff training.
  • Assist in the collection and analysis of data and report writing.
  • Provide student and academic staff support in the use of the UFS online assessment platform.

Inherent Job Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree or a B-Tech degree on NQF Level 7.

The following criteria apply to the selection of potential candidates:

  • The applicant should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme.
  • The applicant should not have any previous formal work experience.
  • The applicant must be willing to sign a learnership/internship agreement with UFS.
  • The applicant must be available for a period of 1 year to participate in the learnership/internship.

Recommendations

  • Postgraduate qualification.
  • Previous experience as a Student Assistant/Tutor/EduTech Buddy/Teaching Assistant.
  • Experience with a Learning Management/Assessment System.

Competencies

Key Competencies Required

  • Results-Oriented:
  • 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 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 make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption Of Duties

01 June 2026

Closing Date

10 April 2026

Salary

The monthly salary is R9 497.50.

Enquiries

For enquiries ONLY, please feel free to contact 051 401 9813 or email [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 7659 / 2558 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. Incomplete applications 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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