Key Performance Areas
Deliver effective and high-quality teaching, learning experiences, and assessments; supervise student research projects; contribute to departmental administration and governance, actively participate in curriculum development and review processes; engage in research activities and develop a robust portfolio of publications; participate in relevant departmental, faculty, and university committees to support institutional goals; assist in the selection and registration of students, ensuring alignment with academic standards; provide capacity-building services to the community, fostering outreach and engagement and fulfil any additional reasonable tasks and responsibilities as assigned by superiors.
Job Requirements
A Doctorate (NQF Level 10) in Spatial Sciences (Geoinformation Technology) or related field with at least six years of lecturing experience at tertiary education level and/or industry experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant professional experience. Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Proven competence in sourcing research or project funding from third-party sources, successful initiation and management of research projects, curriculum development, and strong management/organisational and mentorship skills. Competence to teach at least three (3) of the following courses: GIS Programming, Advanced Environmental Remote Sensing, Research Methodology, and Advanced Spatial Statistics. Competence to establish professional networks and to maintain links with the industry. Experience in developing postgraduate programmes, strong management skills and a proven record of raising substantial research funding, a credible record of lecturing, peer-reviewed publications, community engagement, programme coordination, and supervision of students (research) at both under- and post-graduate levels, a sound research profile and successful supervision of Master’s (research) students will be an advantage.
