Independent Markers x27 posts at UNISA - Dept of Jurisprudence for LLM/LLD holders

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS (MARKERS)

DEPARTMENT OF JURISPRUDENCE

SCHOOL OF LAW

COLLEGE OF LAW

Markers x27

REF/CLAW/JURISP/SMT – 09/2025

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 Jurisprudence 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 (LLM OR NQF level 10 (e.g., PhD or LLD).

Duties:

• Complete and execute assessment marking professionally

• Comply and adhere to all Unisa tuition, assessment and examination and plagiarism policies and guidelines

• Act in an ethical and professional manner

• Execute duties as stipulated in contract and task agreement

• Marking of assessment tasks fairly and consistently

• Meet deadlines of allocated assessment task

• Attend meetings and training sessions as required

• Submit marking reports timeously

• Maintain confidentiality regarding all assessment tasks

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Must have completed and obtained at least 60% in a module equivalent or similar to the module the marker is applying for

• Must have obtained a mark of at least 65% in English at university or matric level

• 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

• 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

Recommendations:

• Intermediate computer literacy skills

• Online marking experience preferable

• Have own desktop computer or laptop and reliable internet connectivity (no computers or data bundles will be provided)

• Digital literacy skills – competent in ICT and online learning environments

• Experience in using online marking tools or software

• Moodle experience will be an advantage

• Commitment to marking and meeting deadlines for all assessments

• Friendly, patient, and sensitive to a diversity of students

To apply please fill the application form by clicking this link https://forms.office.com/r/MXZnf7dt5R and submit the following documents as a single file (one PDF) via email, with the reference number indicated above as the E-mail subject:

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/

Email applications to the attention of Clawmarkers@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 for successful candidates.

Completion of the prescribed training on various aspects of Marking on the Moodle platform is compulsory.

Closing date: 03 October 2025

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