Lecturer (2066) at University of Western Cape

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Facilitate learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Leverage their research to enhance the profile of the department in relevant academic networks and publications.
• Teach in the key areas and thematics of the current curriculum.
• Supervise postgraduate students at Honours and Masters level.
• Actively participate in departmental, faculty, and university administrative duties e.g. coordination of modules, or act as a departmental representative on faculty committees.
• Participate in community engagement.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in History or cognate discipline;
• At least one publication in an accredited journal or an equivalent recognised output;
• Two to three years tertiary teaching experience relevant to African History.

Added advantages:

• A PhD (or enrolled for a PhD) and/or near completion thereof.
• Evidence of teaching and supervision of postgraduate student work.
• An interest in developing a research niche and new areas of the curriculum and the ability to develop a research portfolio in African History.
• Passion, creativity, and public engagement with African history education.
• Commitment to collegiality and collective team work.

Key competencies:

• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
• Student-focused approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Knowledge and skills in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership

Closing Date

10/8/2025