CLINICAL COORDINATOR

SUMMARY:
Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare’s spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years — the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.
 
Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa’s most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province’s natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.
 
Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?
Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University’s ongoing renewal.

Clinical Coordinator

Department of Natural and Rehabilitative Sciences 

East London

Permanent

Reference No.: 095

JOB DESCRIPTION:
 
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Fort Hare is recruiting one candidate for a Clinical Coordinator position in the Department of Natural and Rehabilitative Sciences (Speech-Language Pathology Programme).

POSITION INFO:

PURPOSE:
 
The Clinical Coordinator role report to the Head of Department (Natural and Rehabilitative Sciences). The incumbent will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing clinical training and rotations; managing clinical training platforms and resources; liaising with clinical partners; coordinating student placements; and ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory, and programme requirements.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
 
Clinical Coordination of Training Platform
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• A qualification in Speech-Language Pathology or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Five (5) Years’ experience of Clinical Experience in Speech Language Pathology
• Valid professional registration as a Speech Therapist/Speech and Hearing Therapist with the HPCSA. 

• Experience in student supervision and coordination of clinical placements.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic research skills and experience in academic writing.
• Strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and proficiency in evidence-based practice.

• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Interpersonal Conflict Handling
• Teamwork and Collaborative Working
• Work Management
• Academic Programme and Quality Management
• Academic Standards Formulation and Compliance
• Cross-Functional Academic Collaboration
• Research and Innovation
• Research Support