Officer: Statistics- University of the free state (2-years)
Job Overview
- Job title: Officer: Statistics (Post Level 10)
- Job ID: 6460
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Closing Date: 21 May 2026
- Contract Type: 2-year contract appointment
- Salary Range: R464 881.91 – R585 370.51 per annum
Job Description
The successful candidate will support institutional research, planning, reporting, and statistical analysis within the university. The role focuses on data-driven decision-making, institutional reporting, university rankings, and strategic reporting systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Contribute to institutional research projects for planning and quality assurance.
- Support management information and decision-making processes.
- Coordinate statistical analysis for university rankings.
- Conduct trend analysis using internal survey data.
- Coordinate cross-departmental data analysis projects.
- Assist with the dissemination of institutional research reports.
- Promote and coordinate the Cascade Reporting Platform.
- Participate in departmental planning activities.
Minimum Requirements
- Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in:
- Statistics
- Analytics
- or a closely related statistical field
- Minimum of 1 year relevant working experience related to the duties.
- Recommended Requirements
- 4 years’ experience in the South African higher education sector.
- Knowledge of university systems, procedures, and policies.
Required Competencies
- Results Orientation
- Goal-driven and dependable.
- Ability to meet high standards and deadlines.
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
- Business Acumen
- Good understanding of workplace procedures and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Cooperative and able to work well with others.
- Building Coalitions
- Good interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively under supervision.
Benefits
- The position includes benefits such as:
- Pension scheme
- Medical aid
- Housing allowance
- Group life insurance
- Leave and sick leave
- Service bonus
- Study benefits
- Important Application Notes
- Applications must be submitted only through the official University of the Free State Careers Portal.
Required documents include:
- Detailed CV
- Qualifications or proof of qualifications
- SAQA accreditation (for foreign qualifications)
- South African ID or passport
- Proof of employment from current/recent employer
Assumption of Duties
- 01 June 2026 or as soon as possible.
Contact Information
- For enquiries:
- JardineS@ufs.ac.za
- Recruit@ufs.ac.za
- Tel: 051 401 2979 / 051 401 7659 / 2558