nGap Lecturer: Sports Management - (7187)

This details all the information about the job posting. Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title Faculty Business and Management Sciences Department Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Business and Management Sciences -> Sport Management Campus/ Location District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary) Job Type Permanent Occupational Function Number of Positions 1 Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only) To be confirmed Advert Closing Date 28/4/2024 Job Purpose New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP), a component of the DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training) and Staffing South Africa's Universities Framework (SSAUF). It aims to tackle challenges within the South African Higher Education system regarding the size, composition, and capacity of its academic staff.The SSAUF seeks to identify and cultivate academic talent at an early stage in their career trajectory, providing support for newly recruited academics to enhance their teaching skills and develop research proficiency, including the ability to publish scientific work. The nGAP initiative focuses on recruiting highly capable scholars as new academics, with appointments made to ensure the fulfillment of staff equity targets, giving preference to black and/or women South African citizens.The purpose of this post is to primarily teach subject areas in Sport and Leisure Management, and Sport and Leisure Marketing at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels according to a syllabus and ensure updated and relevant workplace context. Additionally, the role involves engaging in research activities with the Centre for Sport Business and Technology Research within the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences (FBMS) and contributing to the professional development of academic staff.To qualify for consideration for this nGAP position, applicants must meet the following criteria, in addition to satisfying the minimum requirements specified for the position: demonstrate a keen interest in pursuing an academic career; be 40 years of age or younger; attain a minimum pass mark of 70% in their Master's degree; provide evidence of eligibility to pursue doctoral-level studies or participation in a post-doctoral program; and express willingness to commit to a full 6-year placement at the appointing university as part of the programme. Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience Master's degree (or equivalent) in Sport Management / Marketing Management or equivalent Master's qualification with a 70% pass or above.At least two (2) years' experience Higher EducationKnowledge of the higher education landscape in SAEvidence of research and publicationsRecommended:Registration for Doctoral degree will be an added advantageContributed to academic initiatives to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry or teaching & learning goals. Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities Teaching and Learning: Lectures in both undergraduate and postgraduate subjects primarily within the field of Sport Management / and Marketing Management. Develops subject guides in compliance with university policies. Uses appropriate teaching and learning methods, practices and technologies. Develops learning materials for students. Assists students with challenges in understanding the subject content and manages the appointment of tutors and/or mentors. The ability to use electronic/ digital technologies for teaching, studyingand communication.Academic Management: Development and Implementation of the department and faculty strategic goals in line with the institutionalstrategic goals. Represent the department at various committees (A member of the Faculty Executive, Senate and other faculty committee'Financial management and management of the budgetAdministration: Assists with the registration of students. Administer student attendance registers, assessment records and uploads learners' results to the Marks Administration System. Set and conduct formative assessments. Examine and moderate summative assessments. Reports progress on curriculum developments. Good communication skills (verbal and written), setting up businessmeetings and appointments.Community Service & Outreach:Contributes to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into the curriculum.Counselling - Provides academic counselling and mentoring to learners. Identify students at risk & implement mitigation strategies.Quality Assurance:Contributes to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and the submission of relevant documents, as requested. Monitors the impact of QA recommendations within the department and implements appropriate interventions.Recruitment / Admissions / Marketing:Contributes to the planning for "Open Day" and attends CPUT's "Open Day" event.Personal / Professional Development: Keeps abreast with current developments in their field of study and its curricula implications. Keeps abreast with developments of professional conduct within the University. Register as a member of professional bodies to remain at the cutting edge of their discipline. Regularly engages in current professional development and other skills development activities.Professional Work Ethic.Human Resources Management:Subscribes to and abides by the University performance management system and identify training needs for personal career development.Industry Advisory Board and Partnerships: Liaise with commerce and industry regarding Experiential Training, new techniques / technologies and research projects.Mentoring: Contribute towards the development of junior academic staff. Guidance of staff (mentor). Creative assistance/rendering of assistance on all aspects of learning material/curriculum development (content, presentation, preparation of student guides, equipment, etc.). Assistance with the presentation of seminars and workshops/work sessions. Guidance and assistance to lecturers to lecturers in subject field.Research: Conducts research, supervise and conduct lectures with post-graduate students, publishes regularly e.g., journal articles, books, chapters in books. Keeps abreast of professional literature. Attends local/national conferencesHealth & Safety: Ensure compliance with university health and safety rules and regulationsAdaptability and flexibility to higher education environmentCoaching & mentoring of learners / studentsEffective communication (verbal and written) skills with students and staffGood interpersonal and time management skillsLearner / student-centric focusedEffective teaching/presentation/facilitation skillsManaging / balancing work commitmentsProfessional knowledge and research endeavoursQuality orientation and good work standardsContinuous learning and professional developmentPlanning and organizing skillsComputer literacy skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and Online Learner Management SystemDisplays excellent self-management skills and the motivation to work without extensive supervision General Information NB: THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs, QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATES OR ANY IDENTITY DOCUMENTATION. PLEASE DO NOT E-MAIL YOUR APPLICATION OR DOCUMENTATION UNLESS IT IS REQUIRED BY THE HUMAN CAPITAL DEPARTMENT. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL. The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment. 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