Senior Lecturer (P000231)
Listing reference: nwu_002050
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 15 October 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF NURSING
POSITION NUMBER: P000231
VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER
PEROMNES GRADE: A7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
This position is responsible f or the development, delivery and coordination of module s in the Postgraduate Programmes in the School of Nursing, Potchefstroom, North-West University. Key responsibilities will include engaging in teaching and learning activities, academic quality assurance, curriculum development, support in e-learning, tutor capacity development and leadership in the trends of higher education and statutory regulations. Active participation within the School of Nursing, Potchefstroom campus, North-West University Post Graduate programmes.
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Post Graduate Programme
Maintaining knowledge, skills, and competencies in a discipline/field relevant to the subject group and in effective teaching-learning practices in that discipline/field. Designing, developing, evaluating, and improving curricula. Utilise knowledge of contemporary, evidence based teaching and learning practices to develop education resources in the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus); develop, coordinate and deliver courses and programs designed f or flexible delivery using a range of teaching and learning methodologies within the Post Graduate Programme within the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus); coordinate the timely delivery of modules including the preparation and delivery of lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, assessment and marking; coordination of module review and re-development processes; provide timely academic counselling and advice to students; develop a network of contacts to support and contribute to the delivery and development of modules; and work with the staff at the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus) in the smooth operation of the Post Graduate programme. Provide service to the University by contributing to the def inition and achievement of its goals and enable it to be a healthy organisation. This includes being a member of or chair of university committees and working parties, as well as taking on roles such as key coordination roles within the University.
2. Simulation Laboratory
Engaging the Community and Industry by liaising with relevant stakeholders including Industry, government, university, education and community bodies and the South African Nursing Council; and to initiate, foster and enhance national links with relevant industry, government, university and community bodies that can assist In the advancement of the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus). Sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice.
3. Administration
Research and Scholarship by conducting research and disseminate research outcomes in a relevant and appropriate manner; attract and supervise higher degree students; enhance the research profile of the School of Nursing Science (Potchefstroom). A track record of research activity, including refereed publications, external grants; and a number of post graduate students delivered. Developing and maintaining strategic and productive partnerships, connections and relationships with people, groups, and organisations at local, national and international levels. Developing and exploiting intellectual property. Contributing to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment that is conductive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement in research.
4. Professional Nursing Practice
Management and Administration by planning, reviewing and managing resources to facilitate teaching and learning in the school; advise and support on innovation and good practice in teaching and learning and research; represent the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus) in relevant internal and external groups, meetings and committees as appropriate; contribute to the development of the School through academic leadership and participation in strategic.
5. Community Service
Initiatives; and actively participate in the performance engagement process and development activities.
6. Incidents
The practical accompaniment of students at different clinical accredited facilities as allocated to the School of Nursing (Potchefstroom campus) Post Graduate programme.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Degree in General Nursing Science, Midwifery, Community, Nursing Science, Nursing Education & Nursing Management (NQF Level 8)
- A Master’s degree in Nursing (NQF Level 9)
- Registered with the South African Nursing Council (Assessor and Moderator)
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- PhD in Nursing (NQF Level 10)
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a tertiary environment.
- A minimum of 5 years clinical experience as a Professional Nurse.
FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)
- Provide service to the North-West University (Potchefstroom) by contributing to the definition and achievement of its goals and enable it to be a healthy organisation. This includes being a member or chair of university committees and working parties, as well as taking on roles such as key coordination roles within the University.
- Developing and maintaining strategic and productive partnerships, connections and relationships with people, groups and organisations at local, national and international levels.
- Act as moderator to North West College of Nursing (Klerksdorp) within subject specific modules according to task agreement arrangements
- Candidate must be willing to accompany students in various accredited practical settings affiliated to the
- School of Nursing, Potchefstroom campus
- Communicating appropriately and effectively with students, other staff and individuals inside and outside the University.
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
- The successful candidate f or a Senior Lecturer will be evaluated according to the position profile of the NWU for each peromnes.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal and communications skills including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Computer literacy, with the ability to use various Microsoft programmes e.g. emails, internet
- Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment.
- The ability to function effectively under pressure.
- The ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations and function effectively as part of a team
- The ability to f unction internally and externally on various levels
- Demonstration of language proficiency to f unction optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU
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 Alida Herbst on 018 299 4079
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Janine Da Gama on 016 910 3451
CLOSING DATE: 15 October 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2024
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 from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
