Lecturer: Sesotho Education - (1014) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide formal teaching for undergraduate as well as post-graduate programmes.  
• Act as a supervisor for postgraduate students.
• Ensure active involvement in research.  
• Active involvement in curriculum development relating to Sesotho Education.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Sesotho Education mainly and Languages in general.
• Participate in the work integrated learning programme of the Faculty (teaching practice).
• Ensure active involvement in research activities of Faculty.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the field of Languages Education specifically.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
• Contribute to leadership and administrative tasks related to the Faculty.

Inherent requirements:

• PhD in Languages on NQF level 10 (for a permanent appointment), with specialisation in the teaching and learning of Sesotho.
• or
• A relevant master’s degree in Languages on NQF level 9, with specialisation in the teaching and learning of Sesotho (for a contract appointment: 5 years during which a PhD in Languages on NQF level 10 with specialisation in the teaching and learning of Sesotho MUST be obtained to be converted into a permanent position).
• Candidates should submit an abstract of their thesis or dissertation to indicate relevance to the area of teaching and/or learning of Sesotho.
• A formal teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent) with a focus on the Teaching and Learning of Sesotho.
• A minimum of five (5) year’s relevant teaching experience in a school context or two (2) years relevant experience in a post-school environment (e.g. as lecturer or researcher).
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentation at academic conferences or equivalent.
• Provide evidence of manuscript (s) produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication, ideally in an accredited journal.

Recommendations: 

• A relevant doctoral degree with Languages on NQF level 10 with specialisation in Sesotho.
• Proven research record of relevant publications in national or international accredited journals.

Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated: 

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations. The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

Strategic Thinking: 

• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

Business Acumen:

• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Good research and writing skills.
• Experience in academic and/or research leadership

Leading: 

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together
• Knowledge and use of inclusive participatory pedagogies.

Building Coalitions:

• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration, and working with close supervision.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Closing date:
03 July 2023