PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The person to be appointed in this position is responsible to teach primarily in the field of Ethics to undergraduate students in the relevant theological programs. The person needs at least a doctorate in Ethics on NQF level 10. Knowledge and experience in another theological discipline, e.g. African practical theologies or theologies in Africa will be a recommendation.

On postgraduate level, the position requires that the person to be appointed equips students with critical skills to, 1) understand recent developments in the field of Ethical theology, and 2) subsequently contribute to research in the fields. Evidence of published research will therefore be necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Teaching and Learning

·          Teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

·          Additional teaching responsibilities in other theological disciplines as required by the faculty from time to time.

2.     Research

·          Demonstrate continuous research activity in line with the strategic planning of the chosen research entity.

3.     Community engagement

·          Be able to link teaching and research to meaningful engagement within the community in a context of choice.

·          Ph.D. degree in Ethics.

·          Three to five years’ experience of teaching in tertiary context.

·          Significant record of research outputs on senior lecturer / associate professor level.

·          Successful guidance and deliverance of post graduate students on masters and doctorate level.

·          Membership in relevant scholarly societies.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Should function in accordance with the NWU teaching/learning and research policies within the faculty.

·          Should make contributions to current subject knowledge on national and international levels.

·          Should be able and willing also to teach in other field(s) of theological study, if required.

·          The candidate should be able to handle typical academic administration (meetings, marks, study material) effectively.

·          Appropriate IT knowledge and skills, and willing to undergo further training in this regard.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·          Ability to contribute to good relations among staff members in the faculty.

·          Should be able to work in a team setup regarding teaching, administrative duties, research and innovation, and community engagement.

·          Be able to build a good report with the students and act as inspirational role model and mentee for students and junior colleagues.

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. Amanda du Plessis: 018 299 1600

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mrs Rouzenne Slambert: 018 285 2861

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      27 February 2026

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                           01 May 2026

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.