Career Opportunities at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following, amongst other duties:

• Carrying out academic, managerial, and administrative responsibilities in the Office of the Dean.
• Assisting the Dean with developing and implementing innovative teaching and learning strategies.
• Leading and supporting inter- and transdisciplinary teaching, as well as curriculum transformation, curricular development and community engagement.
• Assisting with development of effective support and monitoring mechanisms to enhance the quality of undergraduate and postgraduate offerings.
• Promoting the use of technology in the teaching and learning activities of the Faculty.
• Implementing the Faculty’s strategies and plans relating to teaching and learning.
• Performing a liaison role between the student body (residences and class representatives) and the Faculty management.
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Dean or members of the Executive . 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant doctorate with specialisation in the broad field of education
• Requisite qualifications and experience to be eligible for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Pretoria, the assessment of which is based on several factors, including teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision, community engagement, academic administration, and academic citizenship
• A minimum of five (5) years of academic management experience in a higher education institution
• Proven, ongoing track record of excellence in leading teams in academic programme development and implementation
• Proven leadership experience in inter-faculty undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
• Proven extensive experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and postgraduate supervision 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Recognised academic status in the broad field of education at the professorial level
• Proven research excellence and high-quality publications in accredited journals, established record of teaching accomplishments, and the ability to cultivate a supportive research, teaching, and learning culture.
• Ability to manage the teaching and learning portfolio in the Faculty and provide sound academic leadership.
• Capacity to drive a strong vision within the Faculty on the desired journey aligned with the vision of the University and with due regard to transformation, including curriculum transformation.
• Proven record of innovation and knowledge of the use of online and digital tools in managing teaching and learning.
• Knoledge and experience in the use of technology in teaching and learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Excellent liaison skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent technological skills.
• Excellent communication and appropriate language skills

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Experience in leading an academic department in a higher education environment
• Experience in academic staff development
• NRF rating

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing specialist paediatric clinical services and patient management within study sites and Tshwane Health District when needed;
• Participating in the departmental outreach programmes to the catchment area, both for direct services and capacity building;
• Developing and review clinical protocols and guidelines for quality paediatric management;
• Conducting clinical and mortality audits;
• Strengthening referral pathways;
• Building capacity for the provision of integrated and patient-centred care for children and their caregivers in selected study sites;
• Providing training and mentoring of junior medical staff (medical officers and interns) in study sites and Tshwane Health District when needed;
• Providing training and mentorship for the research assistants, study nurse and any other study/district staff as necessary (clinical training);
• Co-authoring relevant publications;
• Participating in other dissemination activities as the need arises, e.g. conference presentations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• A Healthcare Profession’s qualification with an associated Master’s degree (MMed);
• FC Paed(SA);
• 1 DHET accredited publication;
• 1 years’ experience as a paediatric specialist, preferably obtained in a public service environment;
• 1 years’ experience with teaching and supervision of students and junior medical staff.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Specialist medical knowledge skills and competencies in paediatrics;
• Clinical knowledge in the fields of MNCH, VTP and HIV;
• Knowledge of relevant protocols, policies, regulations, public service legislation, and  guidelines;
• Medical ethics, epidemiology, research and statistics;
• Clinical skills related to the paediatric field;
• Mentoring, coaching, facilitation, teaching and training skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite;
• Speak a local language;
• Ability to work within a diverse team;
• Willingness to learn;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment;
• Professional conduct and appearance;
• Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Any short course in HIV and or TB Management;
• Experience in health system strengthening, quality improvement and capacity building in the fields of neonatal and child health, vertical transmission prevention, and paediatric ART;
• Experience in neonatal and postnatal care provision;
• Interest in child health;
• Experience in community outreach and community education;
• Knowledge of the Tshwane District Health services.