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Lecturer - Applied Technologies
(4250)
Overview
Reference
4250
Salary
ZAR/month
Job Location
South Africa -Nelson Mandela Bay Metro -Gqeberha
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
01 June 2026
Closing date
12 Jun 2026 21:59
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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
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To support the delivery and continuous improvement of scalable digital literacy and digital capability programmes across the University. The incumbent will contribute to teaching, assessment, and coordination within large-scale modules, using technology-enabled approaches to enhance student learning and success.
The role includes participation in a coherent, institution-wide digital capability pipeline supporting student access, success, and progression, including contributions to programmes such as the Higher Certificate in IT: User Support Services. The incumbent will be expected to contribute to curriculum development and engage in research and academic development appropriate to their career stage.
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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
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- Deliver and support teaching, assessment, and feedback within large-scale digital literacy modules
- Apply learning technologies and structured processes to ensure effective delivery across large student cohorts
- Contribute to the coordination and quality assurance of digital literacy offerings and associated programmes
- Assist in the development and refinement of curricula and learning materials
- Monitor student performance and contribute to initiatives that support student success
- Engage in research and academic development appropriate to level of appointment
- Collaborate with colleagues across faculties to support the integration of digital capability into disciplinary contexts
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CORE COMPETENCIES
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- Ability to contribute effectively to teaching and learning in large-scale environments
- Effective use of learning technologies to support teaching, assessment, and administration
- Ability to work within structured systems and processes to ensure consistent delivery
- Contribution to curriculum development and continuous improvement
- Use of student data and feedback to support teaching effectiveness
- Ability to work collaboratively within teaching teams and across disciplines
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REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (progress toward a PhD will be advantageous)
- Relevant teaching experience at tertiary level, including curriculum design and assessment
- Experience using learning technologies to support teaching and assessment
- Demonstrated ability or strong potential to contribute to large-scale teaching and learning environments
- Engagement with digital literacy, digital education, or technology-enhanced learning
Added Advantages
- Experience in teaching or coordinating large-enrolment courses
- Experience with structured or technology-enabled teaching, assessment, or administration
- Contribution to curriculum development or course improvement initiatives
- Emerging research profile or progress toward a doctoral qualification
- Experience working across disciplines or supporting institution-wide initiatives
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DISCLAIMER: Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets.No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 12 June 2026.
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