The role of a Lecturer is the delivery of training and education of students; student consultations; the establishment of a knowledge base of the discipline through academic research & development; whilst providing overall support to Academic department.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Presenting content in a classroom environment (online or physical, as required)
Arranging for consultations with students.
Results analysis at a modular level.
Marking assessments and providing constructive feedback
Monitor and employing interventions for at-risk students.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications
Ideal: A Masters/ Honours Degree in Political Sciences or International Relations.
Alternatively: A masters or Honours degree in a similarly related field such as Public Administration or Social science related field with a background of Political Science up to third year degree level.
2- 3 Years lecturing or tutoring experience
Experience in lecturing or online tutoring in areas aligned to the qualification.
Required Skills
Teaching-Learning theory
Assessment methods and processes
Teaching-Learning interventions
Holistic lecturer and student support services
Key Competencies (Academic)
Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
Knowledge and understanding of the Teaching and Learning theory and interventions.
The ability to provide student support services.
The ability to work with and learn more about digitalized academic platforms.
The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Key Competencies (Operations):
Ability to manage time effectively.
Attention to detail.
Customer service orientated.
Ability to effectively cope with change.
Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.