North-West University Junior Lecturer M000812

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North-West University Junior Lecturer M000812

North-West University

Junior Lecturer M000812

  • Permanent
  • Market related
  • Non EE/AA
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Junior Lecturer M000812

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG) FACULTY/ DIVISION: HUMANITIES SCHOOL OF LANGUAGE: LANGUAGE PRACTICE POSITION NUMBER: M000812 VACANCY: JUNIOR LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A9 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The position is mission critical to the development and enhancement of African languages in professional domains.

Description

1. Teaching & Learning

• Teach undergraduate Language practice modules (and carry out related duties, i.e., marking, setting assessments). Develop and update undergraduate modules in the subject group.

2. Academic Administration

• Keep class discipline and adhere to all the requirements for the administration of allocated modules as required by the NWU rules and policy.

3. Research & Publications

• Be active in research through self-development, attend workshops in research in pursuit of furthering one’s academic qualifications and publishing articles etc. Improve qualifications to Master’s/Doctorate level; contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages.

4. Social Responsiveness/ Community Engagement

• Participate in community engagements through community projects and collaboration with Stake holders where necessary.

 

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

 

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                       Mr Benji Phuthi on (018)389-2347

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Ms Innocentia Mphuthi on (018)398-2457

Profile
  • BA Honours  Degree in Language practice / relevant African languages qualification / Translation and Interpreting
  • One year Experience in teaching undergraduate or postgraduate students (honours).
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ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCES:

  • Experience in Research and Publication with accredited journal will be an added advantage
  • Accreditation in specialisation in Language Practice will be an added advantage
  • Membership with Professional bodies related to one’s field will be an added advantage

 

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

  • Thorough knowledge of the theory and practical applications of Language Practice (especially, translation and interpreting
  • Thorough Knowledge of Setswana
  • Postgraduate Qualification in Language Practice or African Languages Linguistics
  • Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel)
  • Excellent administration skills

 

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
  • Result oriented
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to work under pressure, self-driven person and prepared to go an extra mile