Lecturer (P001611)

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Potchefstroom seeks a Lecturer to facilitate Geography and Environmental Education. Responsibilities include teaching, research, and community engagement. Candidates should have an M.Ed/MSc and relevant teaching experience. The role offers a permanent contract with competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years teaching and learning experience in Geography.
• Experience in supervising post-graduate students is an advantage.
• Research publications considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate undergraduate and post-graduate modules.
• Engage in community service and manage projects.
• Contribute to research and innovation.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of Geography

Excellent computer skills

Good communication skills

Ability to function under pressure

Education

M.Ed/MSc/MA degree in Geography or Environmental Education

PGCE qualification

B.Ed honours in Geography Education

Tools

LMS system

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Potchefstroom

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

About Our Company

NWU

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF EDUCATION SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCE IN EDUCATION POSITION NUMBER: P001611 VACANCY: LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To fill an existing vacant post to facilitate Geography and Environmental Education. A lecturer will be expected to make contributions to teaching & learning in contact and distance mode, research & innovation, as well as community engagement for the duration of their post occupation in the faculty and institution at large. The appointed person will carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional career relevant to the profession or discipline in terms of research and social responsiveness.

Teaching and Learning.

• Facilitating undergraduate and post-graduate modules in contact and distance mode.
• Post-graduate supervision.
• Developing study material, study guides and a learning environment on the LMS system.
  
  

Research and Innovation.

• Research publications - articles, chapters and/or books.
• Membership and participation in research entity activities.
  
  

Community engagement.

• Community service.
• Initiate and manage community engagement projects.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• An M.Ed/MSc/MA degree in Geography, Geography Education and/or Environmental Education (NQF level 9).
• PGCE qualification or B.Ed. related teachers’ qualification, specialising in Geography Education / Environmental Education.
• A B.Ed honours in Geography Education / Environmental Education or a BA/BSc honours in Geography.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ teaching and learning experience in Geography in the FET phase (Grade 10 to 12).
  
  

Added Advantages & Preferences

• Post-graduate supervision, research publications.
  
  

Key Functional/Technical Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of Geography (Human and Physical Geography, Map Work, and GIS) and Environmental Education, pedagogical knowledge of teaching and learning Geography and Environmental Education to facilitate Geography and/or Environmental Education content modules to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
• Knowledge of active teaching-learning strategies and educational technologies.
• Excellent computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Use of blended learning environments, and proficient in using the Internet and email.
• Advanced research skills.
  
  

Key Behavioural Competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a multi-lingual working environment.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and as a team member.
  
  

REMUNERATION: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Anette Hay on 018 299 4733

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. R Slambert on 018 285 2861

CLOSING DATE: 13 August 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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