Lecturer and Module Coordinator

Stadio; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

STADIO Higher Education in Cape Town seeks a Lecturer and Module Coordinator in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering to deliver lectures in-venue and online and coordinate modules.

You will assess student work, support learning, and contribute to scholarship and professional development while collaborating with campus teams. An honours degree and ECSA registration are preferred requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum honours (NQF 8) in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering.
• Candidate/ professional ECSA registration preferred.
• Strong background in electrical/ electronic engineering.
• Two years of module coordination experience in higher education.
• Solid knowledge of teaching practices for electrical/ electronic engineering.
• Experience with study material development and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare for and deliver lectures in-venue and online.
• Assess student work and provide feedback.
• Manage the module Q and A forum and student support.
• Contribute to scholarship of teaching and learning and professional networks.
• Participate in programme, school and campus meetings and document appropriately.
• Oversee study guides development and alignment with textbooks.
• Draft assessment materials and coordinate moderation and marking.
• Design learning journeys and stay current with teaching trends.

Skills

Lecturing

Course coordination

Assessment

Student support

Research and scholarship

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Honours in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

ECSA professional registration

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Location: Cape Town, Durbanville Education level: Honours Job level: Mid/Senior Type: Permanent Reference: #DBV098 Company: Stadio

Job Description

STADIO Higher Education is looking for a Lecturer and Module Coordinator: Electrical/ Electronic Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Lecturing responsibilities

• Plan, prepare for and deliver lectures in-venue and online.
• Engage with and provide feedback to coordinating lecturers and programme coordinators to improve teaching and learning.
• Participate in programme review initiatives providing feedback in respect of specific module/programme design and content.

Assessment

• Assess student work.
• Provide feedback to students.
• Internally moderate the assessment of colleagues.
• Engage with coordinating lecturers on assessments and provide feedback on successes/challenges.

Student support

• Set and communicate consultation hours as per STADIO norms and consult with students at their request.
• Manage the module Q and A forum.
• Contribute to student induction and orientation, as required.
• Manage at-risk students.

Scholarship

• Improve the quality of own teaching through the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Share findings with STADIO teaching community.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives aligned with STADIO’s goals, where relevant.

Administration and campus community

• Participate in programme, school and campus meetings.
• Assist in student recruitment, admission and CAT applications where necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and complete documentation as required.
• Take part and support campus activities, as required by HOC.

Professional development

• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise.
• Stay abreast of development in field of teaching and learning.
• Participate in training and development activities, and complete formal STADIO lecturer development initiatives.
• Actively participate in professional networks and associations.
• Pursue further qualifications or certifications, as necessary.

Module Coordination Responsibilities

• Study material development
• Oversee and manage the development or review of study guides (full or wrap-around).
• Seek feedback from all stakeholders and keep a record of required changes to study guides in anticipation of the review cycle.
• Monitor the appropriateness of the prescribed textbook and editions.
• Ensure continued alignment between study guide and textbook, where applicable.
• Update study guides to cater for new textbook editions.

Assessment

• Draft all formal assessments for allocated modules.
• Consider internal and external pre-moderation feedback and implement changes as required.
• Conduct internal pre-moderation for modules in field of expertise.
• Conduct meetings with all campus lecturers to discuss the assessment strategy.
• Brief markers and moderators, and provide content support during the marking process.
• Mark a prescribed minimum number of assessments (+- 3) to fine tune marking guideline/memorandum.
• Consider markers reports and decide on appropriate action.
• Consider moderators reports and decide on appropriate action, in consultation with campus lecturers, head of school and subject coordinator.
• Sign off on assessment results.
• Actively participate in the investigation/management of modules with continuously low pass rates.

Learning journey design

• Conduct research in learning design in the field of expertise.
• Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment.
• Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies.
• Actively collaborate with campus lecturers to continuously enhance the learning journey.

LMS course environment

• Design and draft materials needed for the course environment (announcements, etc.).
• Populate and maintain the course environment for modules owned.

Learning and student support

• Invite guest speakers to enrich modules and host two live online sessions per semester to support student understanding and engagement.
• Draft additional support materials for students.

Research and professional development

• Conduct research in the field of expertise and/or learning design in the field of expertise.
• Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment.
• Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies.
• Engage with industry, professional networks and associations to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Skills And Competencies

• Sound lecturing, facilitation, and assessment skills, with a strong commitment to effective teaching and student learning.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with students, colleagues, management, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, administrative, time management, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritise effectively, and consistently meet deadlines.
• High levels of self-motivation, accountability, and initiative, with the ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and follow tasks through to completion.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to contribute positively to shared goals and work effectively within a multidisciplinary academic environment.
• Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to respond constructively to change, shifting priorities, and the demands of a busy campus environment.
• A high level of computer proficiency, with sound knowledge of digital tools, information technology systems, and online learning platforms used within higher education.
• A student-centred approach, with empathy and sensitivity towards students with diverse needs, backgrounds, and levels of academic preparedness.
• The ability to exercise sound judgement, resolve day-to-day challenges, and remain professional and solution-focused under pressure.
• A genuine passion for education, student development, and academic leadership.
• A professional, approachable, and dependable manner, with a willingness to contribute to the broader academic and operational activities of the campus.
• Willingness to work on Saturdays and outside normal working hours when required.

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum honours (NQF 8) qualification in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
• Candidate/ professional ECSA registration (professional registration is preferred).
• Strong background in electrical/ electronic engineering (both academic and industry)
• At least two years of module coordination experience in a tertiary institution.
• At least two years of Industry experience.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of teaching practices for electrical/ electronic engineering.
• Sound teaching and learning, assessment, and study material development skills.
• Practical teaching experience is highly recommended.
• Ability to apply instructional design principles to develop engaging, interactive, and well-aligned learning experiences across delivery modes (blended contact and distance learning).
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.

Closing date 10 Nov