Programme Coordinator (Contract Appointment: 5 years) (Job ID: 6652) - (2327)

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**Overview** This role is for a Programme Coordinator at the University of the Free State, offered as a 5-year contract appointment. The position involves leadership and operational management of academic programmes within the university. **What you will do** * 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. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * PhD on NQF Level 10 in Disaster Management or closely related field. * A full-time, permanent member of the academic staff of DiMTEC at the University of the Free State (UFS). **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role is recommended to possess: * Good management skills. * Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). * Ability to function with ease in the university's richly diverse working environment. * Strategic thinking. * Good organisational skills and administrative abilities. **Deadline** 31 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/programme-coordinator-contract-appointment-5-years-job-id-6652-2327-university-of-the-free-state-1 Source: myjobmag

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