Lecturer Communication

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university is seeking a Lecturer in Communication to enhance learning and assessment in Communication studies. The role involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, developing teaching materials, and contributing to curriculum development. The successful candidate should possess a Master's degree and a minimum of two years of lecturing experience, along with strong communication and research skills. This is a permanent position with opportunities for professional development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or Communication studies or Linguistics.
• At least two years of full-time lecturing experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Contribute to community initiatives through curriculum integration.
• Conduct and publish research.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Research skills

Project management

Education

Master's degree in English or Communication studies

Underpinning degree or equivalent focusing on English or Business Studies

Job description

Faculty

Business and Management Sciences

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology - Business and Management Sciences - Accounting

Campus / Location

All CPUT Campuses - All CPUT Campuses, ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions: 1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

13/2/2026

Job Purpose

The purpose of the job is: To focus on learning, teaching and assessment of Communication, and contribute to curriculum development at programme and subject levels, and the ability to develop teaching materials in the subject field. To not only teach on undergraduate programmes but also the Postgraduate Diplomas. To support the department and faculty to enhance the effectiveness of the academic project, including academic initiatives and community engagement. To support

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements: Lecturer

• Master's degree in English of Communication studies or Linguistics.
• An underpinning degree or equivalent with focus on the subjects English or Business Studies or related subject.
• At Least two (2) years full-time lecturing experience in a higher education environment.

Recommended

• Industry experience
• Knowledge and experience of hybrid models of teaching and learning (FtF and online learning)
• Evidence of research and publications will be recommended

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Teaching and Learning: Lectures subjects within the field of Communication. Compiles subject guides in compliance with University rules. Uses appropriate teaching methods, practices and technologies. Develops learning materials for students. Assists students with problems in learning and appointment of tutors / mentors. Workload allocation may change according to departmental / faculty needs as determined by the Head of Department.
• Accreditation: Adhere to Council of Higher Education accreditation policy and procedures.
• Academic Management: Contributes to policy making. Sets annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes. Review teaching and learning. Contributes to the development of academic related decision-making. Acts as course leader. Contributes to management of tutor activities. Sets annual objectives pertaining to academic subjects and review teaching and learning practices.
• Administration: Keeps the attendance registrar and personal progress reports on the syllabus developments. Records learners’ results. Assists with the registration of students. To supervise tests and examinations. Examine and moderate assessments and examinations.
• Community Service & Outreach: Contributes to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Quality Assurance: Contributes to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents. Monitors the impact of QA recommendations within the department and implements appropriate interventions.
• Recruitment / Admissions / Marketing: Contributes to the planning for "Open Day” and attends "Open Day".
• Personal / Professional Development: Keeps abreast with developments in the field of study and their implications for curriculum. Keeps abreast with developments of professional conduct within the University. Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments. Engages in current professional developments activities.
• Human Resources Management: Adhere to University performance management system and identify training needs for career development.
• Industry Advisory Board and Partnerships: Liaise with commerce and industry on Experiential Training, new techniques / technologies and research projects.
• Research: Conducts research, supervise and lecture to post graduate students, publishes research articles. Keeps abreast of professional literature.
• Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with University health and safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to introduce change
• Building a successful team
• Building partnerships
• Building trust
• Client/learner focus
• Coaching skills
• Mentorship skills
• High-level presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of subject matter
• Interest in research
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Counseling skills
• Innovation
• Advanced knowledge of computer packages
• People management
• Leadership skills
• Project management
• Financial management
• Stress tolerance
• Approachable and
• Ability to motivate
• Accurate when carrying out research
• Self‑motivated
• Open‑minded
• Understanding

General Information

Closing date: 13 February 2026

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.