Lecturer : Bachelor of Education

Job Description

The Lecturer is responsible for delivering high-quality, innovative education, aligned with institutional goals, regulatory standards, and industry needs. The role encompasses teaching, curriculum development, student support, and academic administration, while fostering academic excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

Teaching, Learning, Academic Support & Content Development – 50%

Regulatory Compliance – 5%

Academic Administration – 10%

Research – 5%

Training & Professional Development – 5%

Leadership & Academic Governance – 10%

Student Engagement & Support – 5%

Sessional Staff / IC Management – 5%

Examination & Assessment Management – 5%

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching, Learning & Content Development (50%)

Develop and deliver engaging course material, lectures, and tutorials for in-person and distance learning.

Design industry-relevant curricula and assessments aligned with CHE / DHET requirements.

Provide student consultations, mentorship, and academic support (including Writing Centre hours).

Offer timely, constructive feedback and ensure continuous improvement through evaluation and innovation.

2. Regulatory Compliance (5%)

Ensure adherence to CHE, DHET, and accreditation standards.

Implement regulatory changes, maintain documentation, and support audits.

Provide training and act as liaison with external stakeholders.

3. Academic Administration (10%)

Manage student records, registration, graduation, and programme logistics.

Ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and smooth coordination with administrative teams.

4. Research (5%)

Conduct and publish research aligned with institutional strategy.

Supervise student research projects and integrate current research into teaching.

Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects and contribute to institutional research agendas.

5. Training & Professional Development (5%)

Engage in continuous professional development.

Facilitate training workshops for staff and promote innovative teaching practices.

6. Leadership & Academic Governance (10%)

Contribute to faculty committees, policy development, and quality assurance.

Provide academic leadership, curriculum oversight, and support for colleagues.

7. Student Engagement & Support (5%)

Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Implement mentorship, at-risk student interventions, and employability initiatives.

Encourage student feedback and participation in governance.

8. Sessional Staff / IC Management (5%)

Coordinate, support, and ensure quality delivery by sessional staff and independent contractors.

9. Examination & Assessment Management (5%)

Plan, coordinate, and manage assessments and examinations.

Ensure integrity, moderation, and alignment with learning outcomes.

Provide reporting and continuous improvement of assessment processes.

Overall Contribution

The Lecturer fosters academic excellence, compliance, and innovation while supporting student success and institutional goals. By combining teaching, research, and governance responsibilities, the role contributes directly to the institution’s vision of delivering transformative, outcomes-based education.

Requirements

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education with a proven history that establishes the candidate as a subject matter expert in the field(s).
• A background teaching English language will be advantageous as the candidate will be responsible for teaching and coordinating an institution-wide English module.
• A PhD in the relevant field will be advantageous.

Experience

Skills and Competencies

Strong ability to lead, manage, and coordinate academic modules and programmes effectively.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences.

Proficiency in using digital platforms for teaching and programme management.

Ability to conduct and integrate research into teaching practices and curriculum development.

Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, students, and external stakeholders.

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, including academic administration and programme coordination, manage timelines, and ensure alignment with curriculum requirements.

Capability to foster meaningful interactions with students and engage with the broader academic community for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Ability to plan and coordinate academic programmes, manage timelines, and ensure alignment with curriculum requirements.

Proficiency in providing remote support to students and colleagues using digital platforms, facilitating effective distance learning in the allocated workload programmes and modules.

Requirements