Lecturer - School of Information Technology (Durban)

Job description

1. Lecturing and Assessment: 

• Deliver engaging lectures and assess students in accordance with the accredited programmes and module requirements. 
• Provide timely feedback on assignments, exams, and other assessments to facilitate student learning and growth.

     2. Learning Management System (LMS): 

• Independently utilise the learning management system and collaborate with colleagues to design, develop, and deliver modules effectively. 

     3. Curriculum Development: 

• Participate in the ongoing development of programmes and curriculum, incorporating current educational trends and best practices. 

     4. Internal Moderation: 

• Undertake assigned internal moderation responsibilities to ensure assessment validity and reliability. 

     5. Assessment Invigilation: 

• Conduct venue-based assessment invigilation as required by the Registrar's Office. 

     6. Academic Support: 

• Provide academic guidance and support to students, addressing their concerns and queries promptly. 

     7. Quality Assurance: 

• Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to modules and programmes to ensure compliance with academic standards. 

     8. Research and Community Engagement: 

• Engage in research activities and contribute to community projects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and positive societal impact. 

     9. Effective Communication: 

• Maintain open and effective communication with students, colleagues, line managers, and management members. 

    10. Administrative Efficiency: 

• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while maintaining administrative efficiency. 

11. Participation and Collaboration: 

• Participate in meetings, workshops, and relevant committees as requested by management. 

12. Administrative Functions: 

• Fulfil administrative duties related to the position as directed by the relevant line manager.

Qualification and Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Industry certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, AWS, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, Data Science, Security+) are advantageous.
• Proficiency in networking, systems administration, databases, and software development.
• Strong programming background (Python, Java, C++ or similar) with data science, machine learning, and software engineering exposure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, cloud computing, IT governance, and applied networks will be highly advantageous.
• Prior teaching experience at a higher education level or professional/industry experience in IT infrastructure and systems.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Passion for teaching, learning, and developing the next generation of IT professionals.
• Strong technical expertise combined with an applied, industry-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse student groups.
• Commitment to research, continuous learning, and staying updated with IT trends.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within academic teams and with industry partners.
• Organised, innovative, and adaptable to a rapidly changing technological landscape.

Posted on 26 Sep 12:06, Closing date 3 Oct