Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF EDUCATION


DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MANAGEMENT AND POLICY STUDIES


LECTURER/ SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POST)

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

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 curriculum development of and lecturing of modules in the programme(s) based in the department; In addition, the incumbent will pursue research activities such as own research, research-based publications and the supervision of postgraduate students registered in the department; Developing, presenting and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses for pre-service and in-service teachers and other students for contact and distance presentation; Mentoring students for practice teaching/work-integrated learning; Using a learning management system to develop and present courses; Presenting lectures and programmes in an E-learning environment; Providing a significant contribution to research outputs, postgraduate teaching and supervision.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


LECTURER:

Master's degree in Education Law, Management and Policy Studies (with a special focus in Education Leadership and Management); 1-3 years teaching experience in Higher Education, for example, being a demonstrator or tutor or lecturer; Evidence of some research experience; Evidence of some experience in a community project; Evidence of some admin or managerial skills or leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development.


SENIOR LECTURER:

PhD in the field of Education Management and Policy Studies; At least three (3) years of tertiary or related teaching experience (for example, being a demonstrator or tutor or lecturer); At least six (6) accredited publications (journals, book chapters, Books) of which 4 should be in a mix of internationally and nationally accredited journals, 1 publication should be sole-authored and evidence of conference papers; At least 3 students supervised to completion at Masters level; Evidence of Community engagement in a related field. Work-integrated involvement/ mentorship; Experience in academic administration and participation in departmental/faculty committees.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Knowledge of the theories of Education Management and Policy Studies; Knowledge of teaching methodologies in Education Management and Policy Studies; Knowledge of the South African education system regarding Education Management and Policy Studies; Knowledge of and experience of facilitation in an E-learning environment; Appropriate language and communication skills; Ability to apply knowledge and skills in teaching and supervision; Ability to work as an individual and in a team; Academic administration and participation in departmental/faculty committees.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:



LECTURER

Member of departmental/faculty/Institutional committees; Membership of international scholarly/ professional bodies; Membership of external bodies relevant to the discipline or profession; Editorial boards/committees, peer reviewers of academic contributions, and external examinations; Evidence of useful contributions to capacity development; Conducted external examinations, moderations and peer reviews; Successful module coordination; Evidence of current membership of relevant national and international scholarly/professional bodies.


SENIOR LECTURER

Proof of more/sole-authored outputs under review, awards, peer recognition, evidence of obtained research funding, membership of national/professional bodies, and an active Orcid-ID Experience in other subject areas in the department; NRF rating; Principal investigator in research projects; Evidence of coordination responsibilities and membership of committees.

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 and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.



Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za



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); Teaching Portfolio; Research Portfolio; Self-evaluation.


CLOSING DATE: 24 September 2025



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



ENQUIRIES:


Ms Siza Zitha, Email: siza.zitha@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof S.E. Mthiyane, Email: siphiwe.mthiyane@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.



Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

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