Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence, Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.
RequirementsFor additional information on the requirements on the different levels, please refer to the Role Profile.
Please note that this appointment will be made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended and the University’s recruitment and selection policies and equity strategies. The initial focus will be on equity candidates.
In terms of Immigration Legislation (Act No. 13 of 2002 & Regulations) as amended, international staff members (non-SA citizens) have to comply with the provisions of the Act. This therefore means that the period of employment to non-SA citizens will be guided by the validity period of the work permit. In line with legislation governing employment of foreign nationals, employment contracts will be offered on the basis that a development plan would be implemented for the transfer of skills to a South African resident. The onus is on candidates to ensure that they are in possession of a valid work permit before the commencement of employment at the University, failing which the employment with Rhodes University will be terminated.
Purpose:All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level, and make some contribution to their profession.
The academic is expected to provide academic leadership in teaching-research-community engagement nexus. There are three main objectives for this job.
The
first main objective is to work with Academics and Academic Departments to enhance the quality of institutional external engagement through
service-learning programmes.
- To accelerate the impact and quality of service-learning initiatives and projects run by academics and departments at Rhodes University
- To support researchers and lecturers to develop innovate engagement strategies
- Develop and establish Service-Learning course for students and staff at Rhodes University.
- To implement mechanisms to capture evidence of initiatives, impact and quality of service-learning programmes
- Establish M&E support strategies for SL and for reporting on SL at RU
The
second main objective is to make critical and original contributions to
CE scholarship at national and international levels by generating community engagement knowledge by publishing articles for newspapers and pamphlets, writing papers for academic journals, and presenting research at conferences.
The
third main objective is to support
engaged volunteer programmes, theorising and promoting a scholarly, asset based approach to all forms of community engagement at Rhodes University. Participation in the Strategic Management and oversight of the development, implementation and M&E systems of the programmes is required.
Requirements:
Lecturer
- At least a PhD in Relevant Discipline, Humanities and Social Science will be an advantage.
- Experience in Community Development (CD) and Community Engagement (CE)
- Tutoring, facilitation or conference presentation experience required. No teaching experience required.
- Ability to teach diverse groups in the University and in the broader community.
- No research supervision required.
- Some administrative experience albeit in informal contexts e.g. student or sports clubs, work experiences.
Senior Lecturer
- At least a PhD in Relevant Discipline, Humanities and Social Sciences will be an advantage.
- Experience in CD and CE (partnership development, Service Learning, Volunteerism or Engaged Research)
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate and post graduate levels required.
- Experience in a service-learning programme or community engaged teaching
- Research supervision of at least Masters’ degrees required.
- Emerging national profile in discipline.
- Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
Associate Professor
- At least a PhD in Relevant Discipline, Humanities and Social Sciences will be an advantage.
- Experience in CD and CE (partnership development, Service Learning, Volunteerism, Engaged Research)
- Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and post graduate levels required including Masters and PhD levels.
- Experience in service learning or community engaged teaching and learning
- Research supervision of Masters and PhD degrees required.
- National and emerging international profile in discipline.
- Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
Professor
- At least a PhD in a Relevant Discipline, Humanities and Social Sciences will be an advantage.
- Experience in CD and CE (partnership development, Service Learning, Volunteerism, Engaged Research)
- Extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and post graduate levels required including at Masters and PhD levels.
- Experience in a service learning programme or community engaged teaching
- Research supervision of Masters and PhD degrees required.
- International profile in discipline.
- Track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
Application process: The following documents are required:
- An application form;
- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, including academic transcripts;
- A substantial motivation which tells us:
- Your research trajectory.
- Your teaching approach (particularly in service learning) and experience.
- Your understanding of community engagement.
- The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements.
It is essential that prospective candidates read the academic role profile, further particulars relating to this post and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
If you have any questions or experiencing challenges on the system, please contact Siyabonga Duba on 046 603 8899 or submit your application to jobs-green@ru.ac.za Failure to submit such documentation will result in an application not being considered. Please examine the following documents:
The selection process that will be followed for this post includes a shortlisting, an assessment and an interview. The Full Minimum Requirements against which candidates are to be measured are outlined in the requirements document.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the assessment and interview dates.Lecturer Level:Cost to company approximately: R692 794
Basic salary: R493 443
Senior Lecture Level:Cost to company approximately: R845 211
Basic salary: R595 885
Associate Professor Level:Cost to company approximately: R1 002 674
Basic salary: R709 185
Professor Level:Cost to company: R1 211 748
Basic salary: R833 701
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This position is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Please apply online by accessing the Rhodes University Website.Closing Date: 13 June 2022If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful