Indigenous Knowledge System Documentation Center (IKSDC) Community Coordinator (1 year)Re-advert
Listing reference: nwu_001344
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 19 December 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Temporary
Remuneration: Market relate
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY MAHIKENG FACULTY/ DIVISION: NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES (FNAS) SCHOOL: INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM (IKS) CENTRE POSITION NAME: INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION CENTER (IKSDC) COMMUNITY COORDINATOR (1 YEAR CONTRACT) 1 POST VACANCY: 1 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACT
Job description
- Ensure that specified outcomes of the project are achieved
- Continuously monitor the implementation of the project together with the IKSDC coordinator
- Respond to any issues that have the potential implications for the IKSDC and / or realization of the project outcomes
- Provide the IKSDC Coordinator with regular progress reports on the implementation plan
- Verify data collected by the IK recorders to ensure trustworthiness, reliability, and validity
- Engage with the communities on all aspects relating to the project. Coordination of community activities (monitoring and evaluation, handling requests and issues) and engagement with other stakeholders
- Conduct synchronization of community knowledge to IKSDC machines. Ensure proper care and maintenance on the IKSDC machines
Minimum requirements
- A minimum of a Matric / Grade 12
- Qualification in Indigenous Knowledge Systems will be an added advantage
- Excellent verbal and written skills (English), Good report writing skills
- Knowledge and experience in office administration and management, computer literacy such as Microsoft applications, basic understanding of indigenous knowledge Systems (IKS) policies, legislation and procedures
- Understanding of the Promotion, Protection, Development and Management of Indigenous Knowledge Act 06 of 2019.
- Understanding of community development and stakeholder relations.
- Fluency in English and any other African language (preferably Setswana)
- A basic understanding of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) and experience in documenting heritage will be an added advantage.
- Good communication (verbal and written) skills, time management, planning and organizing, negotiation, presentation, responsibility, well-presented, professional and experience of working with IK holders, practitioners, indigenous leaders and local communities.
EXPERIENCE
- 1 - 2 years coordination / research experience, research on community projects related to indigenous knowledge systems, development, and / or heritage
- Demonstrated abilities in managing databases and report writing. Management, administrative and strong communication skills
PERSONAL TRAITS Honesty, integrity, leadership, respect, accountability, interpersonal relations, ability to work independently as well as being a team player
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 Arthur Moroole - 018 389 2157 / lele.moroole@nwu.ac.za
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Innocentia Mphuthi 018 389 2457
CLOSING DATE: 19 DECEMBER 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.