SECTION HEAD: INTERPRETING SERVICES
Listing reference: nwu_000707
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 13 May 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: DVC TEACHING and LEARNING
DIRECTORATE: LANGUAGES
POSITION NUMBER: NEW
VACANCY: SECTION HEAD: INTERPRETING SERVICES
PEROMNES GRADE: P8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
THOSE WHO APPLIED NEED NOT APPLY AS THE UNIVERSITY STILL HAS THEIR APPLICATIONS.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to provide efficient management regarding all interpreting functions related to the implementation of the NWU language policy and related plans.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· A relevant degree in Applied Linguistics or Language Education (language planning, language practice, language education, applied linguistics, interpreting general linguistics or similar relevant field) is essential.
· A relevant honours degree in Applied Linguistics and Language Education (language planning, language practice, language education, applied linguistics, interpreting general linguistics or similar relevant field) is desirable.
EXPERIENCE/S:
· At least 5 years overall experience in language practice is essential.
· 2 years’ experience managing language facilitation services or interpreting services is essential.
· 2 years’ experience managing the implementation of Language Policy and Plan (LPP) or multilingual language policies is essential.
KEY FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
· Knowledge of educational interpreting
· Managing of language facilitation services
· Managing of the implementation of LPP
· Managing and facilitating of the interpreting budget
· Multilingual competency in a number of official South African languages (besides English and Afrikaans) relevant to the NWU environment
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good interpersonal relationships
· Good verbal and written communication skills in several official South African languages relevant to the NWU environment
· Multilingual language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. EDUCATIONAL INTERPRETING SERVICES (EIS):
· Implement and oversee the rendering of EIS at various sites of delivery, internal and external
· Refine the system to a more non-stressful one. Put effective structures in place
· Continuously support of Interpreters.
2. LOGISTICS, STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION:
· Implement and manage logistics, staff, and administration
· Revise the existing logistical system to implement more practical systems and methods.
· Day to day Team building improves the quality
3. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION:
· Manages the total internal and external communication process
· E-mails
· Assessment criteria.
· Compiling feedback reports.
· Meetings with various levels of management.
4. TQM PROCESS OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES:
· Continuous development of best-practice methods for the sake of the continuous improvement of service delivery
· Effective administration processes and systems to ensure quality service delivery.
· Regular meetings with interpreters.
5. DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES:
· Manage day to day activities/reporting of subordinates of EIS
· Continue the present communication process and refine where necessary
6. FINANCES AND BUDGET:
· Manages the finances and budget of EIS
· Planning, determining and administration of the budget
7. COMMERCIALISATION:
· Market and further training and development of interpreters beyond EIS
· Liaison with external clients and placement of interpreters for assignments
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Keaobaka Seshoka – 018 299 4700
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Rabs Diratsagae – 018 299 4797
CLOSING DATE: 13 May 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
