Senior Lecturer-Public Relations at Vaal University of Technology

Key performance areas include but not limited to:

• Academic leadership – Teach and assess at undergraduate/postgraduate levels; Develop curriculum in applicable field of specialisation, influence the development, maintenance, and control in field of specialisation.
• Research – Undertake post-graduate research in field of specialisation, provide accredited research outputs and undertake post-graduate supervision and examination.
• Industry relationship building – Liaise with industry including consultation work/collaborative research and plan.
• Community engagement – Participate in community flagship programme/projects.
• Administration – Conduct student and academic administration and reporting duties in line with responsibility.
• Internal process – Performing ad-hoc duties as assigned by the line-manager.

APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualification and Experience:

• A completed PhD in Public Relations/Journalism/Communication Studies/Strategic Communication or relevant field.
• Minimum of six years teaching experience in higher education, or at least six years industrial or practice relevant experience.
• Relevant research experience will be a recommendation.
• Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent teaching skills, planning and organising skills, conceptual skills, analytical ability, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills. The candidate should be familiar with Hospitality and Food Service Management.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27 August 2025