University of Stellenbosch Jobs – isiXhosa Language Facilitator

Job Description:

Shortlisted candidates must be willing to take a translation proficiency test, as well as to practically demonstrate an aspect of teaching isiXhosa as a second language.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting with context-specific research to inform best practice in the field of second-language teaching and/or terminology development.
• Translating English terminology into isiXhosa for academic purposes;
• Presenting isiXhosa language proficiency modules and short courses offered by the Language Centre to students and staff members through face-to-face and blended modes of delivery;
• Performing administrative tasks relating to isiXhosa language proficiency modules and short courses;
• Developing isiXhosa terminology for academic purposes;
• Assisting with training and mentoring isiXhosa facilitators working within the Language Centre;
• Assisting with internal translations from English to isiXhosa as requested;

Job Requirements:

• Experience in curriculum development and assessment protocols;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in isiXhosa;
• At least two years’ teaching experience in the higher education environment, specifically in second-language acquisition;
• Experience in translation from English to isiXhosa;
• Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to work in a complex academic environment;
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
• Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Job Details:

Company: Stellenbosch University

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Application Deadline: N/A

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