Lecturer (P000576)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
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NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P000576
VACANCY: LECTURER
PEROMNES GRADE:A8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the position is to facilitate high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in English, while contributing to scholarly activity and curriculum development. The lecturer is responsible for promoting linguistic competence, cultural understanding, and academic excellence in English language education, aligned with institutional and national higher-education goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching and Learning:
- Present undergraduate modules in English language, linguistics, literature, or language education.
- Update learning materials, and assessments.
- Apply student-centred, multilingual and inclusive teaching practices.
- Monitor and support student academic success and progression.
- Ensure quality assessment practices aligned with institutional policies.
2. Academic Administration and Leadership:
- Participate in subject group and School meetings.
- Perform administrative duties related to modules and programmes.
- Contribute to quality assurance, moderation, and accreditation processes.
- Support institutional initiatives and academic citizenship.
3. Community engagement:
- Integrate community engagement into teaching and learning through service learning, work-integrated learning, teaching practice, school-based projects and community-linked assignments.
Minimum requirements
- A Master of Education degree with specialisation in English (NQF Level 7).
- Registration with SACE.
- A minimum of two (2) years' experience in language teaching, specifically in English, at secondary school level or tertiary level as a lecturer (not a tutor), as a teacher or lecturer.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Advanced disciplinary knowledge in English language, linguistics, literature and/or language education.
- Sound knowledge of higher education teaching, learning and assessment practices.
- Understanding of curriculum development and alignment with NQF/HEQSF and institutional requirements.
- Knowledge of multilingual education, language policy, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Knowledge of quality assurance, moderation and academic standards in higher education.
SKILLS:
- Ability to facilitate effective teaching and learning in face-to-face, blended, and/or online environments.
- Competence in assessment design, marking and feedback aligned with learning outcomes.
- Curriculum design and module development skills.
- Effective communication skills in English (verbal and written).
- Digital literacy and ability to use learning management systems and educational technologies (Microsoft and excel)
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Professionalism and integrity
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and Innovation.
REMUNERATION:
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: Prof Salome Romylos on 018 299 4750
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Rouzen Slambert on 018 285 2861
CLOSING DATE: 17 November 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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