Lecturer (Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture: Department of Visual Art) at University of Johannesburg

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Division Leader to develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance the quality and effectiveness of the Art Therapy programme.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and educational regulation.
• Facilitate a positive and supportive learning environment for students by overseeing admissions, providing academic guidance, and coordinating student activities.
• Manage student records and assist in resolving academic related issues.
• Support the development and implementation of curriculum enhancements to meet evolving industry needs.
• Coordinate assessment and examination processes that comply with Faculty and University regulations.
• Support and maintain external outreach, networks, market opportunities and professional linkages of the programme.
• Coordinate course scheduling ensuring cohesive and effective curriculum delivery.
• Oversee day-to-day administrative operations, including managing budgets and supporting teaching requirements.
• Collaborate with other academic administrators and industry partners to streamline processes and improve overall education setting.
• Contribute to teaching, research, and supervision of Honours students.
• Undertake research and/or creative work that enhances the discipline and leads to accredited outputs.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s degree in arts education or a related field.
• Proven experience in academic administration in higher education.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with accreditation processes and standards.
• Lecturing , supervision, and programme management experience.
• Evidence of or capacity to develop research and/or creative output. 

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organisational, interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty staff, students, and community members as well as organizational leaders.
• Proven experience in creating campus and community partnerships.
• Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
• Innovative, proactive, and creative.
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment and independently.
• High level of integrity and ethical foundation.
• Familiarity with arts-based research methodologies, therapeutic interventions, and community engagement.
• Proven ability to undertake academic research and/or creative work.