Lecturer & Module Coordinator - School of Fashion (Centurion)

Job description

Background

STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting several student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by industry. STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery.

STADIO is a comprehensive private higher education institution, consisting of the following academic schools:

• Administration and Management
• Architecture and Engineering
• Commerce
• Education
• Fashion
• Humanities
• Information Technology
• Law
• Media and Design
• Policing and Law Enforcement 

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lecture contact learning students in the following modules:

            o   Creative Design 2 (BCRD261)

            o   Experiential Learning 3 – Design (BEXL372)

            o   Fashion Brand Communication (BFBC151)

• Perform the role and responsibilities of module coordinator (MC) for the following modules:

            o   Experiential Learning 3 – Design (BEXL372)

            o   Fashion Brand Communication (BFBC151)

• Use a learning management system independently and/or collaborate to develop and deliver modules.
• Compile teaching, learning, and assessment materials. 
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Complete grading for all the modules.
• Conduct internal moderation for the below-mentioned modules.

             o   Computer Literacy & Design 2 (BCLD261)

             o   Computer Literacy & Design 3 (BCLD371)

             o   Fashion Practice 1 (FPR01)

• Provide academic support to students.
• Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to the modules.
• Participate in institutional research projects.
• Fulfil all reasonably expected administrative functions relating to the position and as requested by the relevant line manager. 
• Undertake scholarly activities to continuously improve teaching and learning.

Key Attributes:

• Strong creative design skills in the fashion design context and demonstrate advanced skills in fashion illustration, adept at traditional and digital illustration skills. The candidate must exhibit a creative mindset and adopt novel approaches to creative problem-solving.
• Thorough understanding of pattern making and garment construction principles to support Creative Design decision-making.
• Strong commercial understanding of the retail environment in the context of fashion brand communication (including fashion branding, brand positioning, target markets, marketing, public relations and social media marketing). 
• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and networking skills (managing work-integrated learning placements and the associated regulatory documentation).
• High level of empathy and understanding of student-centred teaching approaches.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms. Experience with CANVAS LMS and MS Suite for productivity preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Availability to work on Saturdays for school events and Open Days.

Assumption Date:  12 January 2026        

Applications: Candidates wishing to apply for the position are required to:

1. Submit a letter of motivation, concisely detailing interest in and individual suitability for the position.
2. Submit a concise CV without attachments.
3. Clearly indicate which position applying for in the header of the email. Reference: Name_Surname_ CENFPR1
4. Applications must be submitted by email to: centurion-recruitment@stadio.ac.za