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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - Department of Education Management and Policy Studies

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Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Closing date
Oct 30, 2017

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MANAGEMENT AND POLICY STUDIES

LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POST)

 

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

 

Responsibilities

 

The incumbent will be responsible for:

  • The facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;

  • Supervising research projects of students at postgraduate levels;

  • Developing and co-ordinating modules in the distance education programme of the Department;

  • Conducting own research and being involved in community engagement programmes and third stream income of the Department;

  • Being involved in curriculum development.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • An appropriate PhD / Master’s degree, preferably in Tourism, Accountancy and Business Management;

  • Teaching experience at either school levels in at least two of the following: Tourism, Accountancy and Business Management, or teaching of the methodology of two of these subjects at higher education;

  • Sace registration is essential.

 

Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Attributes)

  • Knowledge of Economic Management Sciences (Tourism, Accountancy and Business Management);

  • Knowledge of the South African education system and the management of schools;

  • Appropriate language and communication skills;

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

 

Added Advantages and Preferences:

  • Knowledge of the operation of different educational institutions (e.g. universities, colleges, schools);

  • Negotiation skills and a well-established academic and professional network (including teacher formations);

  • Ability to conduct research and lead teacher education programmes;

  • Expertise in curriculum development;

  • Active participation in research relevant to the Department.

 

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

 

Applicants are requested to apply online.

In applying for this post, please attach:

  • A comprehensive CV;

  • Certified copies of qualifications;

  • Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;

  • Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);

  • Self-evaluation.

 

CLOSING DATE: 30 October 2017

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Prof KE Weber, Tel: (012) 420 5591

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­31 December 2017, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

 

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