Lecturer: Accounting Education

Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Job Description


KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Accounting Education mainly and Economic Management Science Education cluster modules.
  • Participate in the work integrated learning programme of the faculty (teaching practice).
  • Ensure active involvement in research activities of the faculty.
  • Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Accounting Education specifically and EMS Education generally.
  • Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
  • Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the faculty.
Inherent requirements:
  • A relevant doctoral degree with Accounting Education on NQF Level 10 (for a permanent appointment)
or
  • A relevant Masters degree with a focus on Accounting Education on NQF Level 9 (contract appointment: five years during which a relevant doctoral degree with Accounting Education on NQF Level 10 MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). Candidates must submit proof of registration for a relevant doctoral degree with Accounting Education on NQF Level 10.
  • Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the teaching, learning and assessment of Accounting Education.
  • Candidates must have studied Accounting as a major with either Business Studies or Economics as a second major or minor subject, in their undergraduate degree qualifications.
  • A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent).
  • A minimum of five (5) years relevant teaching experience in a school context or a minimum of two (2) years relevant teaching experience in a higher education environment.
  • Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentation at academic conferences or equivalent.
  • Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced, that are published or have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, in an accredited journal.
Recommendations:
  • A proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals.
  • Experience in postgraduate supervision.
Job Requirements:

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
  • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
  • Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
  • Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
  • A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
  • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
  • A copy of your drivers license (if applicable).
  • Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
Required competencies:
  • Results oriented.
  • The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
  • The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
  • Strategic thinking.
  • The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
  • The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
  • Business Acumen:
  • Proficient in using MS Office.
  • Leading.
  • The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
  • The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
  • Building coalitions
  • The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
  • The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.
Assumption of duties:

01 June 2024

Closing date:

24 March 2024

Salary:

The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits:

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 9814 or email or . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 9810 / 2979 for assistance.

General:

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

Our Employment Equity Policy is available at :

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1298949
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned