Lecturer -English P000686
Listing reference: nwu_000292
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 18 November 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: South Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: HUMANITIES
POSITION NUMBER: P000686
VACANCY: LECTURER: ENGLISH
PEROMNES GRADE: A8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to teach ENLS (English for Practical Purposes) on the Mahikeng Campus, North-West University.
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching & Learning
· Take responsibility for a full lecturing load as regards the ENLS modules, related administrative tasks, guided development of learning materials, setting of tests and examinations.
2. Research
· Improve qualifications to Doctorate level, contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages
3. Academic leadership and administration
· Fulfilling managerial tasks and administrative duties in service of the University, as required of and related to the position within the subject group and as opportunities arise (e.g. at School/ Faculty-level).
4. Social responsiveness / community engagement
· The successful candidate is expected to be actively involved in community engagement projects of the School of Languages and the University, contributing to its welfare.
Minimum requirements
· Master of Arts in English and / or Applied Linguistics or related field
· Teaching / lecturing experience at university level (2 – 3 years)
· Applicant should be knowledgeable in the use of technology
· Applicant should be a team player and relate well with colleagues and peers
ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:
· Membership of relevant body (example: SAALT- South African Association for Language Teaching)
· Vested interest or experience in conducting subject-related research
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Excellent English language & communication skills
· Excellent level of computer literacy and LMS development
· Online facilitation of teaching-learning
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good interpersonal skills
· Professional work ethic
· Student support experience (for example, SI facilitation, tutoring, peer mentoring)
· Ability and willingness to work with a variety of students
· Passionate about language teaching and learning
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. Paul Nkamta: 018 3892895
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Innocentia Mphuthi: 018 3892457
CLOSING DATE: 18 November 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2022
