New Generation Of Academic Programme (Ngap) : Accounting

Ump; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mpumalanga invites applications for the New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP): Accounting role. This position involves teaching, research, and community engagement within a vibrant academic setting. Candidates must hold an MCom in Accounting and exhibit strong leadership, teaching, and research skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum MCom in Accounting required.
• Registration with a professional body is advantageous.
• Average of 70% or above in preceding degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach Accounting modules and conduct research.
• Engage in community and industry activities.
• Provide leadership at the module level.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Mentoring skills

Education

MCom in Accounting

Registration with a professional body (e.g., SAICA, CIMA)

Job description

New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP): Accounting - The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is a comprehensive university established to provide a relevant, engaged, and sustainable learning and teaching environment of outstanding academic excellence.

It aims to meet the skills and economic needs of the Province, the Country, and its people.

UMP invites applications for the following position:

Job Title: New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP): Accounting

Organisational Unit: University of Mpumalanga > Teaching and Learning > Faculty of Economics, Development and Business Sciences

Primary Purpose: To teach Accounting modules, conduct research, participate in community engagement, and provide leadership at the discipline level.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs):

1. Leadership: Provide leadership at the module level.
2. Teaching & Learning: Deliver theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching.
3. Research: Demonstrate evidence of research activities.
4. Engagement: Engage in community and industry activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least an MCom in Accounting (Financial Accounting or related fields).
• Registration with a professional body such as SAICA, CIMA, SAIPA, or IIA is an advantage.
• South African citizenship.
• Achieved an average of 70% or above in the preceding degree, which should be a minimum of a Master's degree.
• Age not exceeding 40 years.
• Willingness and ability to undertake postgraduate studies at the doctoral level.

Competencies and Skills:

• Leadership: Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Teaching & Learning: Appreciation of modern theories in higher education and mentoring skills.
• Research: Basic research skills.
• Engagement: Understanding of the role of universities in community engagement.

Personal Attributes:

• People-oriented, hardworking, responsible, reliable, creative, and innovative.
• Respectful, honest, punctual, and aware of protocol.
• Transparent, with integrity and teamwork attributes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Closing Date: 29/6

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position.

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