University of The Free State
Full job description
Job Title
Intern-School of Accountancy (Contract appointment: 1- year) (Job ID: 6376)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> School of Accountancy
Contract Type
Contract
Occupational Level
Temporary
Location
Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
11/3/2026
Description
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll – Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).
A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
Duties and responsibilities:
Manage, filter, and direct email enquiries, telephone calls, departmental visitors, and students.
Coordinate courier and postal requests.
Make photocopies of materials as requested by staff in the School of Accountancy.
Scan documents, as required by staff in the School of Accountancy.
Oversee Copy Room stationery and resources by monitoring stock levels and informing the Senior Assistant Officer when replenishment is required.
Sort and count test and exam scripts and assist with other aspects of assessment mark administration.
Assist the School’s administrative staff with filing duties.
Provide administrative assistance to the school’s marketing/student recruitment initiatives.
Assist with administrative tasks related to the department’s student life cycle activities.
Perform other reasonable general office administration duties as required by the Line Manager and HOD.
Inherent requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent on NQF Level 7 in a field of Economic and Management Sciences.
The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates:
Should not currently be participating in an existing learnership/internship programme.
Must not have any formal work experience.
Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
Must be willing to sign an internship agreement with UFS.
If studying, no classes to be attended during office hours.
Recommendations:
Good academic record.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
Completed studies at the University of the Free State.
Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated:
The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• Strategic Thinking:
The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
Good communication skills.
• Leading:
The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.
Assumption of duties:
01 April 2026 or As soon as possible.