Recruitment at University of Venda

REQUIREMEMNTS

Senior Lecturer

• Doctoral degree in Nursing Science
• Five (05) years Teaching Integrated Clinical Nursing experience in an institution of higher learning or Seven (7) years professional experience working in General wards.
• Nursing Education
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Educator is compulsory.
•  Five (5) publications in a peer-reviewed journal, chapter in a book, or book publication.
• Evidence of supervision of at least five (5) postgraduate students at the Honors level.

Lecturer

• Master’s degree in nursing science
• Three (3) years Teaching Integrated Clinical Nursing experience in an institution of higher learning, or Five (5) years professional experience working in General wards.
• Nursing Education
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Educator is compulsory.

Junior Lecturer

• Honors degree in Nursing Science
• Nursing Education
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Educator is compulsory.

Duties

• The successful candidate will accept responsibility for teaching Integrated Nursing theory and clinical practice to undergraduate students.
• To accompany students in clinical practice.
• To assess and control students’ Procedure files. 
• Supervision and Co-supervision of undergraduate research projects.

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Duties:

• Organize meetings of Council, its committees and Institutional Governance structures in accordance with scheduled dates and periods prescribed by the Statute of the University of Venda Prepare and issue notices/outlook invites and set reminders:
• Request agenda items/submissions
• Logistical arrangements
• Prepare and circulate the agendas
• Attend meetings and provide secretarial and administrative support
• Write and disseminate meetings’ decisions, reports, and minutes
• Compile and disseminate decision and resolution registers
• Provide electoral services
• Process claims
• Facilitate filling of vacant positions when the need arises
• Maintain databases of committees
• Draft the University's Annual Plan
• Compile Meetings Schedule
• Collate and submit minutes, attendance records, and any other requested meeting records of Council, committees of Council

Requirements:

• BA Honours degree with English as a subject at tertiary level or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 8) with specialization in Governance or Company secretaryship, with English as a subject at tertiary level

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REQUIREMENTS

•  Relevant Bachelor`s degree in Computer Science or equivalent relevant degree coupled with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in auditing of IT Systems with CISA or CRISC Certification.
• Experience in the Higher Education Sector, and IAT/PIA would be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• IT Audit Specialist: ICT is to lead and execute comprehensive audits of the organization’s information technology systems, infrastructure, and processes.
• This role ensures that IT operations are efficient, secure, and compliant with applicable regulations and standards.
• IT Audit Specialist provides critical insights and recommendations to enhance IT governance, risk management, and control processes.

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REQUIREMENTS:

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

• Doctoral Degree in Law
• At least 10 years teaching experience in tertiary institution or 7 years professional experience in the relevant field
• At least 10 articles published in accredited journals, chapters in a book and book publication
• Evidence of supervision of at least 4 Masters/Doctoral students
• Knowledge and expertise in the field of public law, including procedural law is an added advantage

Duties

• To teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Public Law
• To demonstrate exemplary leadership in the Department of Public Law
• To conduct research and supervise postgraduate students
• To coordinate programmes, develop the curriculum and establish linkages with other academic institutions, government, non-governmental organisations and community structures.

SENIOR LECTURER

Academic route:

• Doctoral degree in Public Law
• Five years teaching experience in a higher education institution or seven years relevant professional experience.
• Three publications in public law in accredited journals or book chapters or a book.

Professional route:

• Master of Laws degree coupled with an admission as an attorney or advocate.
• Proof of Admission as an Attorney or Proof of Admission as Advocates including proof of admission into the pupillage.
• Candidate should also have ten (10) years post admission practice experience. Candidates appointed through the professional route will be appointed on a five-year contract basis with the provision that the appointment will be converted to permanent upon attainment of a Doctoral degree within the five-year period of appointment.

Duties

• To teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Public Law.
• To demonstrate exemplary leadership in the Department of Public Law.
• To conduct research and supervise postgraduate students.
• To coordinate programmes, develop the curriculum and establish linkages with other academic institutions, community structures and be actively involved in community engagement initiatives.

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Requirements:

Professor

• Doctoral degree in Mercantile or Private Law.
• Relevant undergraduate degree in either of the fields mentioned above.
• At least 10 years teaching experience in a tertiary institution or 7 years professional experience in the relevant field.
• At least 15 articles published in accredited journals, chapters in a book or book publication.
• Evidence of supervision of at least four Masters/ Doctoral students to completion.
• Evidence of current grant funding or other third-stream income from external sources and NRF rating will be an added advantage.

Associate Professor

• Doctoral degree in Mercantile or Private Law.
• At least 10 years teaching experience in a tertiary institution or 7 years professional experience in the relevant field.
• At least 10 articles published in accredited journals, chapters in a book or a book publication.
• Evidence of supervision of at least four Masters/ Doctoral students to completion.
• NRF rating will be an added advantage.

Duties

• Teach undergraduate modules in any of two of the following: Business and Corporate Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Administration of Estates, International Trade Law, Intellectual Property Law, Information and Communications Technology Law, Competition Law.
• Teach and supervise postgraduate students in the Department of Mercantile Law and Private Law.
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership in the Department of Mercantile and Private Law.
• Conduct individual and collaborative research and attract grant funding and other third-stream income on behalf of the department and the School of Law.
• Coordinate programmes, develop the curriculum and establish linkages with other academic institutions, community structures and be actively involved in community engagement initiatives.

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Minimum requirements:

SENIOR LECTURER:

• A relevant Honours degree in Accountancy PLUS an accounting professional qualification (e.g., CA (SA), ACCA, CIMA)); or a relevant Master’s degree. OR
• A relevant Doctoral degree in Informatics/Business Information Systems specialising in Data Science (Data Analytics and/Digital Accounting Systems).
• 5 years of teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 7 years of professional experience in the relevant field.
• At least 5 publications in accredited, peer-reviewed journals.

LECTURER:

• A relevant Honours degree in Accountancy. OR
• A relevant Masters in Informatics/Business Information Systems specializing in Data Science (Data Analytics and Digital Accounting Systems)
• 3 years of teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 5 years of professional experience in the relevant field.

Duties: The candidate is expected to teach the following modules: 

• Financial Management and Advanced Information Systems and/or Data Science (Data Analytics and Digital Technologies) in the Department of Accountancy at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in accordance with the requirements of syllabi by presenting lectures, tutorials and practical’s and assisting students with academic problems.
• With regard to the Data Analytics and Digital Skills module, the incumbent will be expected to: develop and teach courses on digital competencies; keep up to date with the latest developments in the field of Data Science and incorporate new knowledge and best practices into teaching materials; and collaborate with other lecturers in the department to ensure the curriculum is aligned with the SAICA competency framework, the industry needs and trends.
• Successful candidates will also be expected to participate meaningfully in the other activities of the department, which include research and publications, postgraduate supervision, and community engagement. 

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LECTURER REF A209

• Master's degree in Northern Sotho. A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 5 years of professional working experience in the relevant field 

DUTIES

• Teaching, developing Northern Sotho curriculum at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and participating in community engagement and research projects. Contributing fully, flexibly, and cooperatively in the Department of African Languages: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education. Supervision of postgraduate students

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APPOINTMENT AT A SENIOR LECTURER LEVEL

• PhD in Northern Sotho. At least 5 years teaching experience at a tertiary institution, or 7 years’ professional experience in the relevant field. Must have 5 publications in accredited, peer-reviewed journals as well as leadership qualities. Must have the ability to manage workload and possess efficient administration skills.

DUTIES

• The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Supervise Honours, Master's and PhD students. Assist the department in developing and improving its curriculum. Publishing in an accredited journal. Conduct community engagement. To teach using E-learning/online resources/platforms.

APPOINTMENT AT A LECTURER LEVEL

• Master's degree in Northern Sotho. A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 5 years of professional working experience in the relevant field for Lecturer.

DUTIES

• Teaching, developing Northern Sotho curriculum at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and participating in community engagement and research projects. Contributing fully, flexibly, and cooperatively in the Department of African Languages:

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APPOINTMENT AT A SENIOR LECTURER LEVEL

• PhD in History of Education/ Philosophy of Education/ Sociology of Education. 5 years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 7 years' professional working experience in the relevant field. At least five publications in accredited and peer-reviewed journals.   Experience in postgraduate supervision will serve as an added advantage. Must have the ability to manage workload and possess efficient administration skills. Ability to deliver teaching in ways that stimulate, engage, and inspire students to learn.

DUTIES

• The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Supervise Honours, Master's and PhD students. Assist the department in developing and improving its curriculum. Publishing in an accredited journal. Conduct community engagement. To teach using E-learning/online resources/platforms.

APPOINTMENT AT A LECTURER LEVEL

• Master’s degree in History of Education/ Philosophy of Education/ Sociology of Education. 3 years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution or 5 years' professional working experience in the relevant field. Publications in peer reviewed and non-peer reviewed journals will serve as an advantage.

DUTIES

• The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Supervise Honours and Master's students. Assist the department in developing and improving its curriculum. Publishing in an accredited journal. Conduct community engagement. To teach using E-learning/online resources/platforms.