Description

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of this academic post is to contribute to the academic project in the Faculty of Law through the facilitation of learning and teaching (primarily in the Department of Public Law), to do research, contribute to the academic and community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the Faculty

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate effective teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level, specifically in Public Law modules, including Constitutional Law, Public International Law, Legal Interpretation and Human Rights Law.
• Assume responsibility for course materials, lectures, tutorials and assessment of law modules, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Contribute to programme management and curriculum development.
• Successful research supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Public Law.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the research strategy for the Department of Public Law
• Be able to perform independent research and publish in peer reviewed journals
• Perform administrative duties and contribute to the achievement of the Faculty of Law's strategic plan

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of Public Law, specifically Constitutional Law, Public International Law, Legal Interpretation and Human Rights Law
• Experience in facilitating teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Ability to design course material
• Contribute to the creation of knowledge through research and publications.
• Experience in research supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Strong communication, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact successfully with internal and external stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements

Senior Lecturer:

An LLD or PHD in a sub-discipline in Public Law or equivalent

1 - 5 years' experience in a teaching, learning and research environment

Proven record of accepted peer-reviewed publications

Proven record of post-graduate supervision

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.