Senior Lecturer - School of Public Management and Administration (Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences)

The University of Pretoria is a multi-faculty research-intensive university that has remained among the top South African universities in research output and impact. UP is also the top producer of graduates in the country. With campuses in Pretoria and its surrounds, as well as in the country's economic hub, Johannesburg, UP is conveniently situated within close proximity to government departments and major research agencies. Its nine faculties and business school offer a diverse range of degrees, diplomas and certificates, over 1 000 of which are postgraduate programmes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for: Lecturing at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level; Academic administration and management; Supervising postgraduate students; and Conducting scientific research and publications in the field on Public Administration.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer: A Doctorate with a specialisation in Public Administration; At least 3 year's relevant tertiary teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate studies; Evidence of independent design of module content and assessment. At least 2 accredited publications or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs (accepted and/or published); At least 2 completed Master's students or involvement with PhD supervision. Evidence of scholarly engagement related to participation in national and international professional bodies, conferences, reviewer for accredited journals or external moderation for higher education institutions.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

Evidence of the potential to develop and implement a sustained research portfolio that can, in future, receive national and international recognition, e.g. publications already in print or manuscripts forthcoming; and Evidence of the ability to complete research, supervise research and lead research lead research seminars in their field of expertise. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): Appropriate language and communication skills, demonstrated by the capacity to articulate ideas clearly and the confidence in one's ability to communicate them by making complicated concepts understandable; Knowledge of foundational theories, proponents and concepts in the subject area; Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, including teaching, research, and administrative duties, effectively; Skills to prioritise tasks and deadlines in a busy academic environment; Demonstrating cultural competence and respect for students, colleagues, and ideas from diverse backgrounds; Proficiency in digital literacy and seamless integration of technology in teaching and research activities; Being dependable, punctual, and accountable for tasks and responsibilities; and Ability to understand and address the needs and concerns of students, fostering a supportive learning environment. CLOSING DATE: 20 July 2026