Graphic Designer (Senior Assistant)

University of the Free State

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Bloemfontein Campus

Free State, ZA

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Posted Date:

20 Apr 2026

Closing Date:

30 Apr 2026

Posted Date:

20 Apr 2026

Closing Date:

20 Apr 2026

Posted Date:

20 Apr 2026

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Closing Date:

30 Apr 2026

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R506,869 p.a

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1 Position Overview

The University of the Free State is hiring a Senior Assistant Officer: Graphic Designer within its Library and Information Services division. This permanent role is based in Bloemfontein, a major academic hub with a long-established university system and over 100 years of educational excellence.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content across print, digital, and social platforms while maintaining institutional branding consistency.

1 Position Overview

You will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content across print, digital, and social platforms while maintaining institutional branding consistency.

2 Position Overview

You will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content across print, digital, and social platforms while maintaining institutional branding consistency.

1 Position Overview

You will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content across print, digital, and social platforms while maintaining institutional branding consistency.

2 Who Should Apply

This position is ideal for:

Qualified graphic designers with at least 1 year experience
Candidates with strong digital and print design capabilities
Individuals comfortable working in structured academic environments
Professionals with strong attention to detail and brand consistency

💡 Tip: Add a portfolio link — it significantly improves CTR and shortlist chances.

2 Who Should Apply

This position is ideal for:

Qualified graphic designers with at least 1 year experience
Candidates with strong digital and print design capabilities
Individuals comfortable working in structured academic environments
Professionals with strong attention to detail and brand consistency

💡 Tip: Add a portfolio link — it significantly improves CTR and shortlist chances.

2 Who Should Apply

This position is ideal for:

Qualified graphic designers with at least 1 year experience
Candidates with strong digital and print design capabilities
Individuals comfortable working in structured academic environments
Professionals with strong attention to detail and brand consistency

💡 Tip: Add a portfolio link — it significantly improves CTR and shortlist chances.

2 Who Should Apply

This position is ideal for:

Qualified graphic designers with at least 1 year experience
Candidates with strong digital and print design capabilities
Individuals comfortable working in structured academic environments
Professionals with strong attention to detail and brand consistency

💡 Tip: Add a portfolio link — it significantly improves CTR and shortlist chances.

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Degree / Advanced Diploma / B.Tech / Postgraduate Certificate (NQF 7)
OR
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Graphic Design or related field
Minimum 1 year relevant experience

💡 Tip: Clearly list Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Degree / Advanced Diploma / B.Tech / Postgraduate Certificate (NQF 7)
OR
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Graphic Design or related field
Minimum 1 year relevant experience

💡 Tip: Clearly list Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Degree / Advanced Diploma / B.Tech / Postgraduate Certificate (NQF 7)
OR
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Graphic Design or related field
Minimum 1 year relevant experience

💡 Tip: Clearly list Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Degree / Advanced Diploma / B.Tech / Postgraduate Certificate (NQF 7)
OR
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Graphic Design or related field
Minimum 1 year relevant experience

💡 Tip: Clearly list Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

4 Key Responsibilities

Applicant will:

Design marketing materials (posters, brochures, banners, newsletters)
Create digital content for websites and social media
Maintain visual identity and branding consistency
Develop user-friendly design interfaces
Support digital campaigns and content strategies
Collaborate with academic and marketing teams
Monitor engagement and improve designs

💡 Tip: Quantify your impact (e.g., engagement growth).

4 Key Responsibilities

Applicant will:

Design marketing materials (posters, brochures, banners, newsletters)
Create digital content for websites and social media
Maintain visual identity and branding consistency
Develop user-friendly design interfaces
Support digital campaigns and content strategies
Collaborate with academic and marketing teams
Monitor engagement and improve designs

💡 Tip: Quantify your impact (e.g., engagement growth).

4 Key Responsibilities

Applicant will:

Design marketing materials (posters, brochures, banners, newsletters)
Create digital content for websites and social media
Maintain visual identity and branding consistency
Develop user-friendly design interfaces
Support digital campaigns and content strategies
Collaborate with academic and marketing teams
Monitor engagement and improve designs

💡 Tip: Quantify your impact (e.g., engagement growth).

4 Key Responsibilities

Applicant will:

Design marketing materials (posters, brochures, banners, newsletters)
Create digital content for websites and social media
Maintain visual identity and branding consistency
Develop user-friendly design interfaces
Support digital campaigns and content strategies
Collaborate with academic and marketing teams
Monitor engagement and improve designs

💡 Tip: Quantify your impact (e.g., engagement growth).

5 Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should have:

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Typography and layout expertise
Communication and collaboration skills
Project management and time management
UX/UI and digital design understanding

💡 Tip: UX/UI or motion design = strong competitive advantage. Must handle multiple projects under deadlines.

5 Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should have:

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Typography and layout expertise
Communication and collaboration skills
Project management and time management
UX/UI and digital design understanding

💡 Tip: UX/UI or motion design = strong competitive advantage. Must handle multiple projects under deadlines.

5 Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should have:

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Typography and layout expertise
Communication and collaboration skills
Project management and time management
UX/UI and digital design understanding

💡 Tip: UX/UI or motion design = strong competitive advantage. Must handle multiple projects under deadlines.

5 Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should have:

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Typography and layout expertise
Communication and collaboration skills
Project management and time management
UX/UI and digital design understanding

💡 Tip: UX/UI or motion design = strong competitive advantage. Must handle multiple projects under deadlines.

6 What You Will Gain

This role offers:

Permanent role in a leading South African university
Exposure to large-scale institutional branding
Career growth in higher education sector
Access to professional benefits (medical aid, pension, etc.)

💡 Tip: Use this role to build a high-value institutional portfolio.

6 What You Will Gain

This role offers:

Permanent role in a leading South African university
Exposure to large-scale institutional branding
Career growth in higher education sector
Access to professional benefits (medical aid, pension, etc.)

💡 Tip: Use this role to build a high-value institutional portfolio.

6 What You Will Gain

This role offers:

Permanent role in a leading South African university
Exposure to large-scale institutional branding
Career growth in higher education sector
Access to professional benefits (medical aid, pension, etc.)

💡 Tip: Use this role to build a high-value institutional portfolio.

6 What You Will Gain

This role offers:

Permanent role in a leading South African university
Exposure to large-scale institutional branding
Career growth in higher education sector
Access to professional benefits (medical aid, pension, etc.)

💡 Tip: Use this role to build a high-value institutional portfolio.

7 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click apply button for redirect
Apply online via official UFS portal
Upload all required documents
Submit before closing date

💡 Tip: Combine documents to avoid upload issues. No email or manual submissions accepted.

7 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click apply button for redirect
Apply online via official UFS portal
Upload all required documents
Submit before closing date

💡 Tip: Combine documents to avoid upload issues. No email or manual submissions accepted.

7 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click apply button for redirect
Apply online via official UFS portal
Upload all required documents
Submit before closing date

💡 Tip: Combine documents to avoid upload issues. No email or manual submissions accepted.

7 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click apply button for redirect
Apply online via official UFS portal
Upload all required documents
Submit before closing date

💡 Tip: Combine documents to avoid upload issues. No email or manual submissions accepted.

8 Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Updated CV
Certified qualifications
ID / Passport
Proof of employment (if applicable)

💡 Tip: Merge documents into fewer files. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

8 Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Updated CV
Certified qualifications
ID / Passport
Proof of employment (if applicable)

💡 Tip: Merge documents into fewer files. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

8 Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Updated CV
Certified qualifications
ID / Passport
Proof of employment (if applicable)

💡 Tip: Merge documents into fewer files. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

8 Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Updated CV
Certified qualifications
ID / Passport
Proof of employment (if applicable)

💡 Tip: Merge documents into fewer files. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

9 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Graphic Design qualification
✔ Minimum 1 year experience
✔ Documents ready
✔ Meets all requirements

📌 NB: Missing documents = disqualification.

9 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Graphic Design qualification
✔ Minimum 1 year experience
✔ Documents ready
✔ Meets all requirements

📌 NB: Missing documents = disqualification.

9 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Graphic Design qualification
✔ Minimum 1 year experience
✔ Documents ready
✔ Meets all requirements

📌 NB: Missing documents = disqualification.

9 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Graphic Design qualification
✔ Minimum 1 year experience
✔ Documents ready
✔ Meets all requirements

📌 NB: Missing documents = disqualification.

1 Important Notes

Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Salary: R403K – R506K per annum
Location: Bloemfontein
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

💡 Tip: Apply early to avoid system delays. No response within 6 weeks = unsuccessful.

1 Important Notes

Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Salary: R403K – R506K per annum
Location: Bloemfontein
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

💡 Tip: Apply early to avoid system delays. No response within 6 weeks = unsuccessful.

1 Important Notes

Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Salary: R403K – R506K per annum
Location: Bloemfontein
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

💡 Tip: Apply early to avoid system delays. No response within 6 weeks = unsuccessful.

1 Important Notes

Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Salary: R403K – R506K per annum
Location: Bloemfontein
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

💡 Tip: Apply early to avoid system delays. No response within 6 weeks = unsuccessful.

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Disclaimer

The University of the Free State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and employment equity. The institution reserves the right not to fill the position.

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Disclaimer

The University of the Free State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and employment equity. The institution reserves the right not to fill the position.

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Disclaimer

The University of the Free State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and employment equity. The institution reserves the right not to fill the position.

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Disclaimer

The University of the Free State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and employment equity. The institution reserves the right not to fill the position.

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