Job Opportunities at University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Leverage their research standing to enhance the profile of the Department in relevant academic networks;
• Teach courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Communication and/or Media Studies as well as in a selection of the above-mentioned areas, and provide leadership in learning and teaching;
• Supervise postgraduate Honours and have the protentional to supervise Master’s students in Communication and/or Media Studies and in a selection of the above-mentioned areas in addition to mentoring students;
• Serve on a range of committees and contribute to some administrative duties at departmental level e.g. co-ordination of module or dept rep on faculty committee.
• Establish and maintain community outreach activities in accordance with their speciality and consistent with the University's Institutional Operating Plan.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Linguistics/Applied Linguistics with a specialisation in, among others, Communication and/or Media Studies
• 1 Publication in an accredited journal or an equivalent recognised output, commensurate with the position of Lecturer in a research-led institution;
• Potential to supervise postgraduate students (Honours and Master’s);
• Some experience in both face-to-face and online teaching as well as how to design teaching and learning material to cater for both modes at university level; and
• Knowledge of developments in contemporary communication and media and mediatised platforms.

Recommendations : 

• PhD in Linguistics/Applied Linguistics/African Languages.
• Proficiency in or ability to work with African languages (this includes Afrikaans). 
• Demonstrated evidence of knowledge of Critical Media Studies and/or Critical Theory. 

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The key performance areas of the incumbent include the following: 

• External/internal liaison in line with providing an excellent client service.
• Work with the Manager to develop a comprehensive portfolio of international capacity development programmes and work packages in line with UWC’s strategic direction and needs.
• Coordinate and facilitate student exchange and study abroad programmes.
• Coordinate Internationalisation at Home and Internationalisation of the Curriculum activities.
• Liaison of the partnerships across networks.
• Support the Directorate, in taking responsibility for the coordination of international projects and student exchange
• Coordination of International Relation’s office administration inclusive of Project Administration and Financial Administration 
• Arrange activities in support of the programme & project objectives.
• Ensure that financial obligations are adhered to for project and exchange student coordination.
• Report generation.
• Collating information and providing feedback to the Manager and the partners as required.

 
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements (Qualification and Experience)

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification at an NQF Level 7
• 5 years’ relevant experience working within the Higher Education sector
• 3 years of the 5 years should be of the International and African Higher Education sector

Required competencies (skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes): 

• Ability to work independently and ability to use his/her own initiative to resolve problems and to be pro-active to get things done.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team and work under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and deadlines.
• Understanding of protocols when dealing with high-level international guests.
• Financial coordination and project management skills.
• Ability to deal with conflict.
• Working knowledge of MS WORD, MS EXCEL and MS PowerPoint.

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Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

• The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.
• The Centre for Legal Integration in Africa (CLIA), a research centre in the Faculty of Law, seeks to recruit a full-time, permanent researcher from July 2023. CLIA pioneers interdisciplinary research, policy engagement, and social outreach on the interaction of normative orders in Africa, with a focus on dialogue between state laws and indigenous African laws. See https://law.uwc.ac.za/entities/centre-for-legal-integration-in-africa 

The successful candidate for the researcher position will be responsible for the following key performance areas: 

• Conduct research and publish in the field of legal pluralism and human rights, participate in research projects, and work closely with the Director of CLIA
• Facilitation of learning, primarily at postgraduate level
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Academic and general administration
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Community engagement
• Manage CLIA’s social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) and assist with the updating of the webpage
• Assist with the organisation of academic events such as webinars, seminars, conferences, and public lectures

Minimum Requirements
Requirements for the position:

• Doctorate degree or equivalent in law, development, anthropology, peace and conflict studies, or similar field.

The following will serve as a strong recommendation for appointment:

• Evidence of supervision experience at LLB or Masters level
• Teaching experience at LLB or Masters level
• Evidence of peer reviewed research publications
• Evidence of successful grants (including study) and project management

Competencies required:

• Ability to liaise with stakeholders in government, academia and civil society.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and to adapt to dynamic work circumstances.
• Ability to develop manuscripts for publication in accredited, high impact journals. 
• Experience in organising and facilitating online and face-to-face academic events.