PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

·          The teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

·          Postgraduates’ supervision.

·          Publish in accredited journals, conference proceedings, research mentorship, serve in research committees and bodies.

·          Sourcing of research funds and CE funds.

·          Introduction of 3rd stream income.

·          Course development and curriculum.

·          Assist in the management activities of the school and stakeholder relation.

·          Involve in community engagement activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Research and development

§   Publish in accredited journals, conference proceedings, research mentorship, serve in research committees and bodies.

2.     Supervision:

§   Postgraduates’ supervision.

3.     Teaching:

§   The teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

4.     Grant proposal:

§   Sourcing of research fund.

5.     3^rd stream income:

§   Introduction of 3rd stream income.

6.     Curriculum development:

§   Course development and curriculum.

7.     Management and marketing:

§   A master’s degree in Tourism Management (NQF level 9).

§   A minimum of 3 (three) years’ relevant work experience in lecturing.

      RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

§   Studying towards a PhD degree in Tourism Management in an advanced stage (NQF level 10).

§   A minimum of 2 (two) years’ relevant work experience in the tourism industry.

      KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

§   Have an in-depth knowledge of tourism development.

§   Have a good understanding of tourism management.

§   Have a good understanding of tourism marketing.

§   Have a good knowledge of hospitality management.

§   Have skills in incorporating ICT in teaching & Learning and Research.

§   Have a good understanding of tourism at the international level and able to apply case studies.

§   Reasonable record of postgraduate (Honours/equivalent) supervision.

§   Ability to teach different fields of studies in tourism and hospitality.

§   Ability to run 3rd stream income or short courses and research as part of Community Engagement.

§   A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to participate in student’s educational development and well-being.

      BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

§   Communicate effectively.

§   Client-oriented.

§   Ability to work well as an individual and in a team.

§   Have good planning and organising skills.

§   Good in time management.

§   Able to ensure a high level of professional and ethical conduct.

§   Have practical time-management skills.

      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 LA Tseane-Gumbi, Tel: 018 389 2844

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

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      06 December 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.