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Our client seeks a dynamic, innovative and experienced Senior College AFRIKAANS teacher to start in January 2026.

REQUIREMENTS:

Relevant Degree.

2-5 years Practical Teaching Experience in the Afrikaans curriculum- IEB

Knowledge and/or experience in CIE (Cambridge) will be an advantage.

SACE registered

Computer and digital proficiency required.

Willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school.

Job Title: Language Facilitator/LecturerSeniority Level: Junior Level (1 3 years)Reporting to: Departmental HeadType: PermanentLocation: JHB - Northern Suburbs
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging language teaching sessions (Northen Sotho/ Afrikaans & IsiZulu)
• Provide academic support and mentorship to students
• Contribute to academic administration tasks
• Engage in professional development and research activities
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance standards

Requirements:

• A qualification in language or related.
• Previous experience in translating documents from English to IsiNdebele and IsiNdebele to English

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Requirements:

• A qualification in language or related.
• Previous experience in translating documents from English to Xhosa and Xhosa to English

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Requirements:

• A qualification in language or related.
• Previous experience in translating documents from English to Afrikaans and Afrikaans to English

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Company Description

At 
NK Speech Therapy,
 we believe that communication is the heart of human connection. Whether it's a child's first words, a stroke survivor regaining their voice, or a student learning to navigate the classroom with confidence, our goal is to empower every individual to express themselves meaningfully and effectively.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Junior Speech Language Pathologist located in Northmead and will be servicing multiple sites . The Speech Therapist will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. They will work closely with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized therapy plans, monitor progress, and provide guidance and support.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Speech and Dysphagia
• Experience with Communication Disorders and Language Disorders
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
• Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field
• HPCSA Registered and compliant with CPD
• Medical Insurance

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Advert reference: uj_

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 31 October 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: EE

Level: Skilled

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ's mission is "To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge." The University is guided by the vision of building "An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

Job description

"Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO

Multilingual Language Services Office

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Language Specialist (IsiZulu) to ensure that the University's written content is error-free and aligned with the brand's professional and academic environment. A keen eye for detail and strong proficiency in grammar, punctuation, and style guidelines will be essential to elevate the quality of all UJ official publications. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in editing, with a deep understanding of various editing processes and techniques. We expect you to handle multiple projects simultaneously, maintain tight deadlines, have a good turnaround time, work well under pressure, and foster a collaborative atmosphere. If you are passionate about language, enjoy refining written content, and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply for the IsiZulu Language Specialist position, where you can impact our content significantly and contribute to our overarching mission of communication excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Edit and proofread a wide range of IsiZulu written content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to style guidelines.
• Translate various documents from English into IsiZulu.
• Collaborate with writers to improve the overall quality of content and provide constructive feedback.
• Check content for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors, making necessary corrections.
• Ensure consistency in formatting.
• Ensure flow, coherence, and overall readability of documents, suggesting improvements where necessary.
• Ensure content aligns with the academic brand and messaging strategy, maintaining consistency across platforms.
• Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in copy editing, incorporating new techniques to enhance content quality.
• Update and manage the IsiZulu house style guide as required and ensure implementation throughout the University.
• Assist with the organisation of departmental events.
• Implement UJ Language Policy and Language Implementation Plan.
• Apply UJ policies and regulations when editing and translating documents.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in IsiZulu and Applied Linguistics, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3 years' of experience in copy-editing, translating, language planning, etc. or similar environment.
• 3 years' of proven work experience as a language practitioner or in a language-related field.
• Proven knowledge of IsiZulu copy editing in a similar role, with a strong portfolio of edited work.
• Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office core applications: Word for word processing, Excel for spreadsheets, PowerPoint for presentations, and Outlook for email and calendar management.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent knowledge of the IsiZulu language, including grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation and style guidelines
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in content and formatting
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with team members and writers
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Good time-management skills
• Ability to work independently but also in a team
• Copy editing, translating, and language planning
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Track Changes, Adobe Acrobat and OneDrive

Recommendations:

• Professional body membership (such as Professional Editors' Guild (PEG), South African Translators' Institute (SATI), Southern African Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Society (SALALS)) would be an advantage.
• Understanding university policies and practices concerning the discipline would be an advantage.
• An Honours or Master's degree in IsiZulu, Applied Linguistics, Communications or a related field.
• Willingness to offer guest lectures in the Department of African Languages.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Rockie Sibanda at Tel:

Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Lungisa Zihlangu (HCM Business Partner) at Tel:

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

Requirements:

• A qualification in language or related.
• Previous experience in translating documents from English to Sepedi and Sepedi to English

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Requirements:

• A qualification in language or related.
• Previous experience in translating documents from English to Siswati and Siswati to English

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote