Jobs at University of Fort Hare

FACULTY OF LAW
 
DEPUTY DEAN: TEACHING, LEARNING AND RESEARCH

•  Applications are invited from appropriately qualified and experienced members of staff of the Faculty of Law to apply for the above-mentioned position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   

• A Doctoral Degree in Law.
• Currently at the academic rank level of Professor or Associate Professor.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a higher education environment.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a leadership position in an academic environment.
• A track record of DHET-accredited research publications commensurate with the academic rank level.
• Knowledge of the Faculty of Law’s diverse range of qualifications, the University’s (UFH) policies, rules, and regulations related to teaching, learning and research.
• Evidence of successful postgraduate supervision, especially in Doctoral Degrees.

Additional requirements

• Evidence of fundraising and generating external research grants funding from 3rd stream sources.
• Demonstrable experience in report reviewing and writing.
• Knowledge of the national higher education landscape.
• Membership of a professional body or scientific institution.
• Knowledge of national and international funding agencies, current research strategies and policies.

 RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

• Providing the intellectual and academic leadership in the Faculty of Law.
• Providing the necessary support in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the strategic direction of the University and Faculty.
• Spearheading awareness within the Faculty of Law on the existing or future changes, challenges, and opportunities within the Higher Education (HE) sector, strategic direction and imperatives of the University and Faculty.
• Supporting the Dean in driving and ensuring proper compliance of quality teaching and learning, research, community engagement and academic citizenship within the Faculty of Law and provide the necessary interventions when necessary.
• Supporting the Dean in conceptualizing, examining, implementing, and reviewing the academic standards, processes, systems, and procedures at both the Faculty and departmental levels.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrable track record of engagement with teaching and learning theory or theories and in curriculum development.
• Proven experience in managing or administering a Faculty Department, Academic Facility, Directorate or Unit.
• A track record in capacity building or development would be advantageous.
• The ability to review, develop and design academic modules, programmes or curricular would be an advantage.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
 
The Deputy Dean will, where possible, support the Dean in carrying out the following responsibilities:

• Raising funds (fund-raising) for specific initiatives of the Faculty of Law and establish collaborations with relevant national and international bodies or institutions to improve science/knowledge production within the faculty.
• Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of the Faculty of Law in respect of the students or student-related affairs: admissions, registrations, curriculum approvals, examinations, and graduation.
• Supporting the Dean in establishing areas of responsibility associated with leading and managing the work of the Faculty of Law, and that of the departments.
• Participating and encouraging participation in the various University and Faculty Committees, and being available to chair or lead some of the committees when nominated.

Closing date: 31 August 2023

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The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African University, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community. The University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint suitable qualified and experienced candidates for vacant post in Accounting Department-Faculty of Management and Commerce:

Minimum Requirements

• CA (SA) plus doctoral degree for a Full Professor or
• CA (SA) plus proof of registration for a doctoral degree and approval of proposal by faculty structures for Associate Professor
• At least 7 years’ experience for a Full Professor / 5 years for Associate Professor in higher education; extensive teaching and research experience in Accounting / Tax / Audit / Financial Management
• Sound knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards
• Track record of research publications commensurate with the academic rank level of a Full Professor/ Associate Professor
• Extensive postgraduate supervision experience

Additional Requirements

• A recognized teaching qualification or willingness to work towards achieving it would be an added advantage
• Evidence of successful fundraising for research-related activities in the field of accounting / auditing or related areas
• Evidence of academic leadership and/or mentoring less experienced researchers
• Evidence of attracting and working with post-doctoral fellows will be an added advantage
• Evidence of professional and academic standing in the field of specialization. Recognition as a leading scholar in a chosen area of research (e.g. NRF rating; international keynote/plenaries) will be an added advantage

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide academic leadership in research, curriculum design, development and implementation
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate accounting courses
• Supervise postgraduate students
• Undertake publishable academic research
• Participate in community engagement integrated with teaching and/or research
• Perform academic leadership and related administrative duties
• Secure external research grants and establish programmes

Closing Date: 4 September 2023

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The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African University, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community. The University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint suitable qualified and experienced candidates for vacant post in Economics Department-Faculty of Management and Commerce:

Minimum requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Economics, Development or Finance
• At least 7 years higher education experience for a full Professor / 5 years for Associate Professor, with extensive teaching and research experience in Economics
• Track record of accredited research publications commensurate with appointment at the academic level of a full Professor/ Associate Professor
• Extensive postgraduate supervision experience, including successful doctoral supervision

Additional Requirements:

• Evidence of successful fundraising for research-related activities
• Evidence of academic leadership and/or mentoring less experienced researchers
• Evidence of attracting and working with post-doctoral fellows will be an added advantage
• Evidence of professional and academic standing in the field of specialization.
• Recognition as a national and/or international scholar in a chosen area of research (e.g. NRF rating; international keynote/plenaries) will be an added advantage
• Specialization in Environmental Economics, Health Economics, Marine Economics or Transport Economics will be an added advantage

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide academic leadership in research, curriculum design, development and implementation
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the relevant field of specialization
• Supervise postgraduate students to doctoral level
• Achieve research output norms for Professors/Associate Professors
• Participate in community engagement integrated with teaching and/or research
• Perform academic leadership, mentoring and related administrative duties
• Secure external research grants

Closing Date: 4 September 2023