Job Description

Faculty
Informatics & Design
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Informatics & Design -> Architectural Technology & Interior Design
Campus/ Location
District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type
Permanent
Occupational Function
Academic
Number of Positions
1
Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)
To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date
2/11/2025
Job Purpose
To contribute to curriculum development and to teach according to a set syllabus while providing support to the faculty in achieving its academic objectives, contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the faculty to enhance learning while promoting entrepreneurship learning according to the needs of the community, support and expand programmes for co operative education, undertake academic administration and faculty training initiatives, support faculty and departmental research initiatives by undertaking research and contributing towards group research, engage in work-integrated learning, and service-learning activities.



Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirement: Lecturer

Master's Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology from a SACAP-accredited Architectural Learning Site

(The candidate must have obtained all the undergraduate underpinning qualifications within the field of study)

Eligibility to register with SACAP At least two (2) years of relevant lecturing experience in Higher Education

Recommendations:

At least two (2) years of professional practice in Architecture Track record in integrating design and technology in buildings of medium complexity up to medium-rise height. Experience in sustainability measures and specifications in architectural design and technology Certified course(s) with the Green Building Council of South Africa Excellent technical knowledge and experience in building design & construction in varied built environment contexts Ability to conduct research and contribute to a research focus area, with an intention to pursue further qualifications Excellent Revit, BIM, Adobe Suite and other digital draughting and presentation competencies Advanced skill in Architectural Technology and Architectural Design

Minimum Requirements: Junior Lecturer:

A BTech or Honours Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology from a SACAP- accredited Architectural Learning Site Eligible to register for or already registered for a Master's Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology At least one (1) year of relevant lecturing experience at a post-qualification level at an accredited SACAP Architectural Learning Site

Recommendations:

At least one (1) year of professional practice in Architecture Experience in building design & construction in varied built environment contexts Display an interest in research activities Excellent Revit, BIM, Adobe Suite and other digital draughting and presentation competencies

The appointment at Junior Lecturer level is a 5-year contract subject to completion of Master's degree qualification within this period. Upon completion of the Master's qualification, conversion to permanent and at Lecturer level will be subject to institutional governance for approval.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Deliver courses using Blended Learning methodologies at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Operate on a Learner Management System (on the official University platform) over a range of courses Instruction in Revit and various digital presentation programs Participate in curriculum development and learning design Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department (internal and external) Participate in research, managing undergraduate research projects and personal/professional development Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum. Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies and research projects Assist with marketing and recruitment activities Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department


Competencies
Excellent communication skills Good organisational & planning skills Computer skills and adapting to new technologies & digital platforms Excellent Revit, BIM, Sketchup, Adobe Suite and 30-modeling skills (e.g. Lumion, Enscape, V-Ray) skills Ability to operate various Learning Management Systems, e.g. Blackboard, and the ability to work in a virtual environment Ability to create interactive educational materials and develop Blended Learning teaching methodologies Administrative skills Technical/Professional knowledge Interpersonal skills Strong learner focus A high degree of adaptability, flexibility, and resilience Coaching skills Continuous learning High level presentation skills


General Information
Closing Date: 2 November 2025


For enquires: Jabu Makhambi email: makhambij@cput.ac.za

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