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WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU)
 


​Walter Sisulu University is a multi-campus, comprehensive University, with its seat at its Nelson Mandela Drive campus in Mthatha. The University has four campuses in Mthatha, Butterworth, Buffalo City and Queenstown. Applications are hereby invited for the following position based in Mthatha Campus.
 
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF ADULT AND EDUCATION FOUNDATIONS
LECTURER: (P8) PERMANENT
REF NO: WSU MTH INT 2025/05
 
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Education.
• Doctoral degree will be an added advantage
• Formal teaching qualification is an inherent requirement
 
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in teaching Agricultural Science at an Higher Education Institution.
OR
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in teaching Agricultural Science at a School.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Prepare and deliver lectures to and assess undergraduate students in teaching at the tertiary level.
• Prepare and regularly update curriculums and course material for lectures in accordance with SAQA, CHE, and DHET requirements and maintain quality assurance.
• Coordinate all student programs within the department as per required standard operating requirements.
• Participate in departmental activities as required, including research, continuous professional development, curriculum development, Community engagement, partnerships, and collaboration strengthening.
• Research, postgraduate supervision, and mentoring students.
• Publications in Accredited Journals / Book Chapters / Books.
• Contribute towards Faculty and Departmental research initiatives.
• Contribute to Academic citizenship and provide Faculty and University service.
• Assist with Academic Administration and Quality Assurance initiatives.
 
Skills and Competencies Required:
• Demonstrated abilities to teach undergraduate students.
• Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Teaching skill.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in their academic and career development, providing feedback and support for research projects.
• Commitment to ongoing research, staying updated with advancements, and incorporating relevant findings into teaching.
• Strong collaborative skills, working effectively with colleagues, industry professionals, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Proactive approach to improving teaching methods, integrating new technologies, and seeking feedback for self-improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills




​Interested applicants should send their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications, full academic record and ID Copy and the names and contact details of three referees to the Human Resources Department, Private Bag X1, Mthatha, 5117.
Email: recruit@wsu.ac.za; Telephonic enquiries: (047) 502 2674 Ms S Yekani
 
Closing Date: 13 May 2025
 
Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their application within two months from the closing date may regard their application as having been unsuccessful. Late applications will not be accepted.

“WSU is committed to Employment Equity and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.