Lecturer (TB00263) (TB00702) (TB00253) (TB00245)
Listing reference: nwu_004815
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 November 2026
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Vanderbijlpark
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (ALL CAMPUSES) (x4 POSITIONS) |FACULTY OF HUMANITIES – CENTRE FOR LITERACY STUDIES| POSITION NUMBERS: (TB00263) (TB00702) (TB00253) (TB00245) | VACANCY: LECTURER |PEROMNES GRADE: A8 |EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To assist with an increase in workload due to the recirculation and change of ALDE/A to LEFA and CATS.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching and Learning
- Take responsibility for teaching literacy modules in the Centre for Literacy Studies (and carry out related duties, i.e. Marking, guided development of assessments and learning materials).
Academic Leadership and Administration
- Fulfilling administrative tasks as needed for this position.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.
Minimum requirements
- An Honours degree (NQF Level 8) in English and/or Afrikaans linguistics/applied linguistics or any related fields.
- A Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in English and/or Afrikaans linguistics/applied linguistics or any related fields.
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in teaching, learning or tutoring.
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in LMS.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Fundamental knowledge of key issues in Academic Literacy and Critical and Analytical Thinking.
- Excellent English and/or language and communication skills.
- Excellent Computer Literacy Skills and LMS Development.
- Knowledge of new and innovative teaching methods: E-learning, multimedia and classroom practice.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Professional work ethic.
- Student support experience (e.g. SI, tutor, peer mentor).
- Ability and willingness to work with a variety of colleagues and students.
- Passionate about Language teaching and learning.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. Ilse de Korte (016) 910 3472
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Vuyi Ramavhulela (018) 299 4904/ Byron Louw (018) 285 2304
CLOSING DATE: 06 November 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: Applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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