Unisa Independent Contractor 2025
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS (EXTERNAL MARKERS)
DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND MODERN LANGUAGES
SCHOOL OF ARTS
COLLEGE OF HUMAN SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
(Ref: CHS/LiNG/75-2024DM)
Assessment is an integral part of curriculum development as outlined in the Curriculum Policy. During curriculum development, an assessment strategy is developed that is aligned to the
ODeL Policy and strategy of UNISA. Assessment can have different focuses, namely to:
improve the quality of students’ learning experiences by focusing on significant knowledge, skills, attitudes and values, and providing motivation to work through the material through
tasks and feedback, known as assessment for learning.
b) focus on the ability to transfer knowledge to new contexts and to apply knowledge in specific contexts in line with the NQF level descriptors and other taxonomies of learning.
c) focus on programmatic and graduate attributes and critical cross-field outcomes in assessment of learning.
d) make academic judgements related to diagnostics, placements competence, progression and/or qualification completion; and as a feedback mechanism to improve curricula,
known as assessment of learning; and to
e) create opportunities for students to engage with the content, with their context, with the lecturer and with fellow students (Unisa Assessment Policy, 2011).
The Department of Educational Foundations is inviting suitable applicants for providing assessment services to be appointed as independent contractors (markers) on a yearly basis. The
purpose of this positions is to appoint competent and suitable candidates to complete and execute assessment task professionally and ethically align to the Assessment Policy and Guidelines.
Requirements:
Applicable and relevant equivalent to NQF level 9 (MA in Linguistics Translation Studies/MA in Language Practice/MA in Languages/ MTech (Language Practice) OR NQF level
10 (e.g. Ph.D/DEd/DPhil/DTech) Specialization in Translation and Interpreting Studies/Language Practice and/or related disciplines.
At least 3-years teaching or relevant experience in the language practice (Secondary/TVET College /University)
Duties:
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Complete and execute assessment task professionally
Comply and adhere to all Unisa tuition, assessment and examination and plagiarism policies and guidelines
Act in the ethical and professional manner dealing with all assessment tasks
Execute duties as stipulated in contract and task agreement
Marking of assessment tasks fairly and consistently
Meet deadlines of allocated assessment task
Attend markers meeting and submit marking reports timeously
Maintain confidentiality of all assessment tasks
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Basic knowledge of the discipline applying for
Basic knowledge of assessment and assessment practices
Basic knowledge of marking and procedures
Basic knowledge of constructive feedback on assessment tasks
Basic knowledge of academic dishonesty and plagiarism
Knowledge of teamwork/leadership skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing)
Must be honest / ethical and show empathy when required to mark assessment tasks
Must have good problem-solving and decision-making skills
Must be service orientated (Actively looking for ways to help and support lecturer or students)
Must have good time management skills
Ability to resolve conflict and maintain confidentiality of all assessment tasks
Ability to work under pressure with adherence to deadlines
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Recommendations:
Computer and Internet skills
Have own desktop computer or laptop and internet connectivity (no computers or data bundles will be provided)
Advanced communication skills and proficiency in English
Digital literacy skills – competent in ICT and online learning environments
Experience in online marking tools or software or LMS (Moodle will be an advantage)
Commitment to marking and meeting deadlines for all assessments
Friendly, patient, and sensitive to a diversity of students
To apply, you need to submit the following:
1) An application letter indicating willingness to mark assignments and/or exam scripts for any of the modules listed below.
2) Comprehensive UPDATED and signed curriculum vitae (most recent)
3) Only a certified copy of the HIGHEST qualification as per requirement
4) Certified copy of ID/Passport and valid visa
5) SAQA verification of foreign qualifications (if applicable)
6) Valid permit (foreign applicants).
•UNISA reserves the right to authenticate all qualifications without any further consent from the applicant
•The contact details of three contactable references must be provided
•Unisa is not obliged to fill an advertised position
Note: The required documents should be submitted as a single file (one PDF) to the email provided below.
Applicants are expected to first complete the form on the Portal https://forms.office.com/r/ea5279NL1U and thereafter forward the supporting documents to the attention of
chsmarkers@unisa.ac.za
Assumption of duty: The candidates will have to undergo an interview (either face-to-face or Microsoft Teams) and online Moodle training sessions. Completion of the prescribed training on
various aspects of Marking on the Moodle platform is compulsory.
Closing date: 10 April 2025
Applications sent to the incorrect email address will not be considered. Late, incomplete and incorrect applications will not be considered.
Name of Qualification
Independent Contractor (MARKER) positions are available in the modules listed in the Department of Linguistics and Modern Languages
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