Job Description

Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape

Since its bold founding in 1916, the University of Fort Hare has embodied courage, resilience, and the pursuit of transformation. From its proud legacy as a cradle of African leadership and intellectual liberation to its continued determination to overcome contemporary challenges, Fort Hare's spirit of renewal endures. The University has been steadily advancing its transformative journey over the years -- the Decade of Renewal, marked by accountability, innovation, and academic excellence.

Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, Fort Hare offers more than just a place to work; it offers a purpose. Here, you can help shape the future of one of South Africa's most historic and culturally rich institutions, while enjoying the province's natural beauty, sense of community, and space for professional growth.

Are you ready to be part of this journey and help reposition this iconic institution to the place it so richly deserves?

Applications are invited from visionary and committed professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the University's ongoing renewal.

DEPARTMENT

Management and Commerce

POSITION

Senior Lecturer : Accounting (P7) X 4

Permanent

UFH Advert Reference No.: 00000

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This academic leadership lecturing position in a faculty, contributes to faculty academic department learning & research objectives, through: The provision of input into curriculum designs & development, inclusive of implementation Participating in faculty committee structures Lecturing, teaching & promoting students (both undergraduate & postgraduates) for selected modules in curricula/programs Facilitating & assuming responsibility for academic administration processes & student data within the academic scope Establishing collaborative networks, research initiatives both locally & regionally Contributing to the mentoring of academic staff Participating in community engagement initiatives in alignment with social responsibility & scholarly engagement goals Publishing research within institutional criteria & requirements Supervising postgraduate research within the academic rank of senior lecturer (Masters/Doctoral research)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Contributes to faculty academic department learning & research Teaching Execution Financial Planning & Budgeting T&L Integrated Community Engagement Organisational Unit Staff Management Teaching Execution Post Graduate Research Supervision Research Execution T&L Integrated Community Engagement International Academic & Research Program Collaboration Academic Program Coordination

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A relevant Master's Degree Registration with a professional accounting body. Three (3) years experience in higher education or Qualification/courses in higher education teaching and learning Postgraduate and Undergraduate teaching experience in accounting areas of specializations which include Taxation, Auditing, Management Accounting, and Financial Management Previously taught at a SAICA-endorsed programme, delivering courses aligned with professional accounting standards and competencies. Research publications or successful supervision or successful research grant funding

ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES:

Registered for a Doctoral Degree

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:

Business Acumen. Change Leadership Critical Thinking Partnering Academic Programme & Quality Management Academic Standards Formulation & Compliance Cross-Functional Academic Collaboration Research & Innovation Research Support

REMUNERATION

A competitive executive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.

ENQUIRIES:

Queries can be directed to Ms. Siyamthanda Sigodi on [email protected] and 043 704 7240.

The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website

ufh.ac.za/jobs

for a more comprehensive advert.

Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached:

A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form,

Detailed Curriculum Vitae,

A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position,

Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees,

Copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies,

If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.

Incomplete or applications received after the closing date will not be considered

CLOSING DATE: 23 January

2026

University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.