Lecturer in Human Resource Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African university in Cape Town seeks a Lecturer in Human Resource Management to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and experience in higher education. Responsibilities include teaching Labour Relations and Organisational Effectiveness, developing the curriculum, and supervising postgraduate students. The role entails contributing to research and academic initiatives to enhance learning environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-years full-time teaching experience within a higher education environment.
• Knowledge of hybrid teaching and learning models.
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape in South Africa.
• South African Board of People Practices (SABPP) professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Teach subjects in Human Resource Management to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Contribute to academic initiatives of the department.
• Supervise department postgraduate students.
• Design and develop HR discipline curriculum.

Education

Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Human Resource Management or related fields

Under-pinning qualification in Human Resource Management or related fields

Job description

Overview

Faculty Business and Management Sciences – Department: Cape Peninsula University of Technology > Business and Management Sciences > School of Commerce, Management & Governmental Sciences > Human Resource Management. Campus/Location: District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary). Job Type: Permanent. Occupational Function: Academic. Number of Positions: 1. Advert Closing Date: 13/2/2026.

Job Purpose

Teach allocated subjects in Diploma: HRM and Advanced Diploma: HRM & HRD according to the syllabus, ensure content is regularly updated, relevant to workplace context, compliant with SABPP HR standards and innovative in the HR discipline. The subjects allocated to this position are: Labour Relations 1 and Organisational Effectiveness to undergraduate and postgraduate students to ensure a full-time workload. Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department and faculty to enhance teaching and learning environment. Supervise and manage department postgraduate students. Support the Faculty research initiatives through undertaking research and contributing towards group research.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Lecturer Requirements:
1) Master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Human Resource Management or related fields including Industrial /Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Development and Labour Relations.

2) An under-pinning qualification in Human Resource Management or related fields including Industrial /Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Development and Labour Relations.

3) A minimum of 2-years full-time teaching experience within a higher education environment.

Recommended:
Knowledge and experience of hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and online learning).
Knowledge of the higher education landscape in SA.
South African Board of People Practices (SABPP) professional registration.
Evidence of postgraduate supervision and publications.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Accreditation – Adhere to Council of Higher Education accreditation policy and procedures. Contributes to department and subject quality assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents. Monitors the impact of QA recommendations within the department and implements appropriate interventions.
• Academic Development – Design, develop and continuously update HR discipline curriculum. Contributes to curriculum development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Participates in curriculum review to ensure alignment with industry and professional standards.
• Assessments – Revise teaching, learning and assessment methods. Compile and conduct student assessments. Evaluate and moderate assessments for improvements. Identify at risk students and implement appropriate interventions. Reports on subject pass rates and participates in subject reviews. Conduct peer evaluation and provide support where necessary. Evaluate and recommend prescribed textbooks.
• Administration – Assists with the registration of students. Administer student attendance registrar, assessment records, uploading students’ results and verifying end of year marks. Examine and moderate assessments and examinations. Conduct group tutor meetings. Contribute towards control of student records and examination enrolments.
• Human Resources Management – Participate in the department staff planning, recruitment and selection process. Assist in coordinating staff induction and development opportunities. Participate in updating departmental job descriptions, implementing the University performance management system and identify training needs for career development. Assist in managing staff relations, staff records and conducting departmental meetings.
• Internal / External Liaison – Liaise with prospective students and market the HRM programmes and the university. Liaise with commerce and industry on Experiential Training, new techniques / technologies and research projects. Regular industry liaison to determine the latest trends, practices and procedures for incorporation in curriculum. Regular subject meetings to coordinate subject activities and to manage any student complaints. Project a professional image while representing the department and university at committees, outside bodies, local and international conferences.
• Mentoring – Contribute to staff academic development and career pathing. Provide guidance and support in developing learning materials and related activities. Assist with presentation of seminars and workshops. Mentoring and assistance of academics in subject fields.
• Personal / Professional Development – Attending conferences, seminars and training sessions to keep abreast with developments in the HR discipline and communicate the implications for curriculum development at subject meetings. Continuous professional development both inside and outside the university. SABPP membership. Gradually building and growing human relations, leadership skills and administrative tasks in order to develop and accept more high-level responsibilities.
• Research – Conduct research and disseminate findings in HR discipline. Lecture and supervise postgraduate students. Contribute and manage group research projects. Publish research articles and present at conferences. Keeps abreast of professional literature.
• Teaching and Learning – Lecturing both undergraduate and postgraduate subjects. Compiles subject guides in compliance with university rules. Sets annual objectives pertaining to academic subjects and review teaching and learning practices. Designs and implements appropriate teaching methods, practices and technologies to ensure student success. Develops learning materials for students. Assists students with problems in learning situation and appointment of tutors / mentors. Motivates students towards their full potential, developing professional attitudes and positive career pathing. Workload allocation may change according to departmental / faculty needs as determined by Head of Department.

Competencies

• Ability to introduce change
• Approachable and ability to motivate
• Building a successful team
• Building partnerships and trust
• Learner / student focus
• Coaching and Mentoring skills
• High-level presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of subject matter
• Active research engagement
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Advanced knowledge of computer packages
• People management
• Leadership skills
• Project management
• Stress tolerance
• Self-motivated

• Approachable and ability to motivate
• Accurate when carrying out research
• Understanding a range of cultures
• Meeting skills

General Information

Closing date: 13 February 2026

Enquiries: [e-mail]

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