PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Research outputs related to one or more of the following fields within the School of Psycho-Social Education: Educational Psychology, Life Orientation, Learner Support and Movement Education. A secondary focus on ECDE will be an advantage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Research and Supervision:

• Research, postgraduate supervision and capacitating of junior staff re research in the fields of the School of Psycho-Social Education, with appropriate publications and delivery of students. Furthermore – the potential to lead research projects and obtain funding for research in a related field.

2.     Administration:

• Administrative tasks.

3.     Community engagement

·          A PhD (NQF 10) in Education with Educational Psychology and/or Life Orientation and/or Learner Support and/or Movement Education as areas of specialisation.

·          A minimum of 3 year’ lecturing experience at a higher education institution.

·          Must have proven research experience on a full or part-time basis.

·          A record of consistent accredited publications and successful supervision of higher degree students.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

·         ECDE as secondary focus will be an added advantage.

·         Professional Teacher’s Qualification (NQF level 7)

·         Registered with the South African Council of Educators SACE).

·         NRF rated.

·         Teaching or practical experience in the field in a schooling context.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Innovative teaching and lecturing skills.

·          Physical ability to teach practical movement and sport skills.

·          Comprehensive IT skills and knowledge.

·          Ability to function in the multi-lingual NWU environment.

·          Functional knowledge of education sector / system.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues.

·          Able to work independently and as part of a team.

·          Effective time management

·          Ethical principles and academic integrity.

·          Resilient work ethic.

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 Johnnie Hay, Tel: 016 910 3143

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      07 June 2024

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 from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.