Lecturer: School of Computer Sciences (Part-Time)

Varsity College; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

The IIE Varsity College is seeking a Part-time Lecturer for their School of Computer Science at the Pietermaritzburg campus. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science, alongside strong communication and teaching skills. The role involves conducting lectures for the IT Professional Practice module and requires experience in tertiary education.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science.
• Alternative degree with IT modules is accepted.
• 2-3 years of teaching experience at tertiary level is needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong presentation skills

Assertiveness

Understanding of customer service in education

Proactive self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field with IT modules

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:

Head of Computer Sciences

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE is a leader in private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to offer higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Varsity College, Pietermaritzburg campus, has a vacancy for a Part-time Lecturer within the School of Computer Science for the module:

• IT Professional Practice (ITPP5112)

Competencies required:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Assertiveness and dynamism
• Understanding of customer service in education
• Ability to manage work and self proactively

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field with IT modules up to the 3rd year

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• 2-3 years of teaching and learning experience at a tertiary level

Working Conditions:

• This is a part-time role with lectures scheduled between 08:00 and 17:00
• Preference will be given to South African citizens and permanent residents with proof of status

Application Response:

• Due to high application volumes, only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely match the requirements will be contacted for interviews

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are Equal Opportunity Employers. Preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups as per the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or suspend the vacancy at any time without notice.