Job Description

Acting PGDIP Programme Coordinator and Senior Lecturer - Cape TownAFDA is inviting applications for the position of acting programme coordinator and senior lecturer in postgraduate diploma in innovation (PGDI).Roles and responsibilities: Summary:Have a clear outline of personal success in one or more of the following fields: business innovation, entrepreneurship, personal brand management and/or higher education.Have a thorough understanding of the worlds the student body inhabit and the aspiration they have within these domains, for instance, social media, AI, emerging markets, contemporary culture, etc.Have qualities that will motivate and inspire the student body of the programme.Have a comprehensive knowledge of the programme to ensure that the programme is maintained throughout deliveryEnsure that all prescribed curriculum and pedagogical strategies are delivered.Ensure that the prescribed programme timetable and class attendance are maintained.Ensure that the prescribed programme assignments and assessments are completed.Ensure that all prescribed term projects have been completed and that the associated facilities, equipment and budgets to achieve this are properly managed.Ensure that all programme statutory requirements and reports are adhered to and completed.Additional detail:Have a comprehensive knowledge of the programme to ensure that the programme is maintained throughout deliveryAcquire and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the PGDI by completing the AFDA onboarding process, attending all staff training sessions and be familiar with all course materialsHave an advanced understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of their discipline.Have a thorough understanding of their discipline curriculumConduct research to develop up-to-date lesson plans and lecture content for their disciplineDeliver lectures according to timetabled sessions and do the required consultations.Be knowledgeable in all contact and online pedagogical approaches as they apply to their discipline and practice them appropriately according to the designated requirementsHave a thorough understanding of all assessment instruments and use them appropriately for all learning activities.Adhere to all registry requirements by ensuring that all assessments are marked, and marks are captured within the required deadlines; as well as participating in all internal and external moderation proceduresManage their discipline students by ensuring that:Students understand the termxe2x80x99s assignments, assessments and associated assessment instruments and deadlinesStudents stay on track with the termxe2x80x99s deliverables through regular follow ups where requiredAll facilities and equipment for the termxe2x80x99s teaching and the termxe2x80x99s project are available, functional and maintainedThe termxe2x80x99s resources are adequately planned for all assignments are marked and all marks are submitted timeously to the registry for moderation and report generation.Assist in managing deadlines for studentsParticipate in all required marketing activities such as the AFDA festivals, assemblies, open days, awards and graduation ceremonies and consultations with prospective students where requiredAssist with the following functions: class control; course venues, facilities, and resources; publication of course documentation via relevant channels; maintenance of course content; student records (where relevant and in conjunction with registry);Assist in student enquiries on course content and academic support.Participate in quality assurance and quality enhancement practicesParticipate in working with counter-parts to ensure parity across all campuses on term outcomes and assessments.Key competencies (role associated):Willingness to adapt to AFDA's curriculum, syllabus, schematics and methodologies and pedagogyWell-networked in the digital entrepreneurial environment.Willingness to adhere and embody AFDA valuesAbility to work cooperatively with other teaching staffExcellent time and deadline management skillsExcellent communication skillsThe capacity to research and adapt to new developments in technologyFlexibility and adaptability to change and new challengesStrong professional presentation skillsAdministrative skills.Good computer skillsExperience in academic management and lecturing on degree level (preferred).Business/entrepreneurial experience.Research supervision and marking experiencePersonal attributes (role associated):Ability to handle complexityCommitted to high integrity and excellenceInitiative and creativityA meticulous and thorough natureAn ability to work to tight deadlinesFlexibility and adaptability to change and new challengesExcellent time and deadline management.Passion for education, technology and entrepreneurship, and for the arts.Selection criteria:Masterxe2x80x99s degree (MBA preferred)Established work experience in tertiary education.Innovation, entrepreneurship or business leadership experienceAbility to teach two or more of the following subjects:Creativity and innovationResponsible entrepreneurship21st-century citizenshipIndustry and/or knowledge of the entrepreneurial and creative environment.AFDA employs candidates in line with the Employment Equity Act and as such preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

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