Senior Lecturer/Lecturer at North West University

About the job
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS) FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES SCHOOL OF TOURISM MANAGEMENT VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A7/A8 POSITION NUMBER: M0000562
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and development- Publish in accredited journals, conference proceedings, research mentorship, serve in research committees and bodies
• Supervision-Post graduate supervision
• Teaching- Teaching of undergraduate and post graduate students
• Grant proposal- Sourcing of research grant
• 3rd stream income- Introduction of 3rd stream income
• Curriculum development- Course development and curriculum
• Management and marketing- Assist in the management activities of the school and stakeholder relations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree and/or have relevant and/or professional, performance or creative works and/or experience (NQF level 9);
• Post-doctoral (PhD) degree and/or have relevant and/or professional, performance or creative works and/or experience (NQF level 10) in any one of the following fields:
• Tourism Marketing
• Tourism development and management
• Hospitality and hotel management
• Work integrated learning (WIL) EXPERIENCE
• Lecturer – 2 years is EssentialCompleted Masters or studying towards a PhD. Relevant work experience in the tourism industry. Relevant work experience in lecturing. Applicants should show evidence of independence and initiative in research, applied or creative works. Sound practical experience to lead students in work integrated learning
• Senior Lecturer – 2.5 years is Essential Completed Masters or studying towards a PhD. At least 2.5 years’ experience in tertiary/industry level. Has a satisfying record at least on one of the following tourism niche areas: Tourism Marketing, Tourism development and management, hospitality and hotel management. Interest to coordinate WIL. Minimum of two publications in accredited journals. Conference proceedings are added advantage. Proof of independence and initiative in research activities. A good track record of post graduate supervision. In-depth knowledge of tourism. ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES: Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)
• Have an in-depth tourism theories and application
• Good record of post graduate supervision
• Ability to teach different field of studies in tourism
• Ability to run 3rd stream income or short courses
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing

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.
• Effective time-management skills 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: Dr LA Tseane-Gumbi [018 389 2844](tel:0183892844)/ 0723469651  ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Sello Kgori [018 389 2159](tel:0183892159) CLOSING DATE:  12 July 2021PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:  01 September 2021   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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree and/or have relevant and/or professional, performance or creative works and/or experience (NQF level 9);
• Post-doctoral (PhD) degree and/or have relevant and/or professional, performance or creative works and/or experience (NQF level 10) in any one of the following fields:
• Tourism Marketing
• Tourism development and management
• Hospitality and hotel management
• Work integrated learning (WIL) EXPERIENCE
• Lecturer – 2 years is EssentialCompleted Masters or studying towards a PhD. Relevant work experience in the tourism industry. Relevant work experience in lecturing. Applicants should show evidence of independence and initiative in research, applied or creative works. Sound practical experience to lead students in work integrated learning
• Senior Lecturer – 2.5 years is Essential Completed Masters or studying towards a PhD. At least 2.5 years’ experience in tertiary/industry level. Has a satisfying record at least on one of the following tourism niche areas: Tourism Marketing, Tourism development and management, hospitality and hotel management. Interest to coordinate WIL. Minimum of two publications in accredited journals. Conference proceedings are added advantage. Proof of independence and initiative in research activities. A good track record of post graduate supervision. In-depth knowledge of tourism. ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES: Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)
• Have an in-depth tourism theories and application
• Good record of post graduate supervision
• Ability to teach different field of studies in tourism
• Ability to run 3rd stream income or short courses
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing

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.

Effective time-management skills 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: Dr LA Tseane-Gumbi [018 389 2844](tel:0183892844)/ 0723469651  ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Sello Kgori [018 389 2159](tel:0183892159) CLOSING DATE:  12 July 2021PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:  01 September 2021   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.