Monitors and record uses of language and use databases to interrogate a wide range of evidence;

Considers both the meaning and usages of words and compile definitions in a structured manner;

Edits, proofread and check the accuracy of their own and others' text, and perform editorial tasks;

Identifying new words that are in common usage for inclusion in the dictionary; and

Compiling new and reviewing existing definitions in strict accordance with previously agreed protocols.

Any other job given by the senior personnel or the Editor-in-Chief;

Using specialist databases comprising thousands of pieces of language from a wide range of sources (including literature, newspapers and transcripts of television and radio - this body of language is known as the 'corpus');

Checking the corpus for evidence of meanings and usages of a word or phrase;

Using judgment to assess which meaning of a word is the primary (most used) meaning, which meanings are secondary or less commonly used, and in which order the meanings should be ranked; and

Monitoring and recording changes in the use of words and phrases that have been noticed in the course of day-to-day life.

BA Degree in African Languages/Language Practice/ Linguistics or Communications

BA Honours degree in African Languages, Linguistics or Applied Language Studies with focus on Setswana would serve as an added advantage

Communication skills are essential.

1 year working in African Languages or Linguistics environment or institution in Setswana

Experience working with Relevant South African Language Legislations

Experience in editing Setswana works and relevant computer skills.

Development of Setswana dictionaries and Lemmatization

Familiarity with compilation and editing of dictionary work, lexicography and terminology development

Sound understanding of lexicography, translation and editing

Passion for Setswana language as well as development thereof.

Team player within a group

Sound relations with colleagues and authority

Ethical principles and academic integrity

Ability to communicate

Good interpersonal skills.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr GB Phuti, 018 3892343/3892068

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms I Mphuthi, 018 3892457

CLOSING DATE: 3 March 2023 COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASAP

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 Board of SEFALA and NWU reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within one month from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.