Job Description

Minimum academic requirements:

Master's degree and undergraduate qualifications in Public Management/ Administration, Local Government Management/Supply Chain Management/Public Affairs At least 3 years proven experience of teaching Public Management / Local Government Management/ Supply Chain Management within the public sector at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD with traceable progress. Active participation in professional, public service and or community activities. Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning. Conduct teaching, learning and assessment using a blended approach.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Provide leadership towards the department's strategic plan on teaching, research and engaged scholarship. Conduct research and publish in high impact DHET-accredited journals. Contribute to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the department. Involve in postgraduate supervision. Present at accredited conferences, workshops and seminars to enhance scholarly knowledge. Develop collaborative relationships with relevant external stakeholder from government, civic society, industry and other professional organisations. Serve in various administrative committees in the department, faculty and institution. Undertake administration and other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department Give guidance in curriculum design and implementation in the department and faculty.

OTHER COMPETENCIES

Ability to set high standards and work to achieve success.

Ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address work-related problems. Ability to strictly follow work regulations. Show high levels of professionalism at all times, display a good-natured attitude and work well with colleagues. Demonstrate a student-centred approach to teaching and learning. Ability to effectively use online platforms like MS Teams and Moodle in teaching and learning. Ability to effectively communicate and express issues with clarity.

Contact Person :

Maud Mthembu

Contact Email :

careers@dut.ac.za

Status of Academic Position :

Permanent

Salary :

Market Related

Applications should include:

A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the

QUICK LINKS

tab - @careers) A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields) Covering Certified copies of all academic records and certificates including ID copy. Current contact information of referees No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.

CLOSING DATE: 11 AUGUST 2025

Please note:

"The University reserves the right not to appoint" or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only.


DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided.


DUT reserves the right to contact your referees or request additional referees.


While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University's Equity Plan, priority will be given to Male candidates who meet the above requirements.