Academic/lecturer - It - Durban, South Africa - Kontak Recruitment SA

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Central Durban, KwaZulu-Natal - Education

Academic/Lecturer - IT (JB3528)

Durban

Market Related/ Negotiable/Competitive

We are seeking a qualified and experienced individual to provide academic leadership and strategic insights in the field of Information Technology.

As part of the Academic team, you will contribute to the overall quality management of a range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate IT education programmes.

Qualifications:

An appropriate doctoral level qualification or specialist Masters level qualification.

Experience and Skills:

Minimum of 5 years of academic experience.
Demonstrated research engagement over the past 3 years.
Familiarity with distance and online education methodologies.
Proficiency in using learning management systems.
Understanding of the South African higher education regulatory framework.

Advantages:

Specialization in Business Analysis and Programming.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Utilize your expertise in Business Analysis to facilitate academic content and ensure the effective delivery of IT programmes.
Offer one-on-one academic consultation support to students.
Design both formative and summative assessments, and provide grading and stakeholder feedback.
Potentially take on roles such as Head of School, Programme Coordinator, or Module Coordinator.
Identify at-risk students and provide pastoral care.
Manage administrative tasks related to programme and quality management.
Engage in ongoing research and analysis to update and enhance the IT programmes curriculum.
Collaborate to maintain accreditation with quality assurance and professional bodies.

Review and update IT Modules to meet industry norms and international expectations.
Monitor student academic performance and promote engagement with stakeholders for programme advancement.
Advocate, promote, and enhance the institution's IT programmes offerings to the industry.
Design, develop, and maintain teaching and learning materials.

Core Functions Include:
Membership in various Academic Committees.