Project Manager I: Online Programmes (P6) (Academic Development & Support: CAT)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.
- Plan and project coordinate the development of online learning programmes;
- Ensure the quality of content and design of online programmes;
- Lead the team with the latest online design principles for implementation in the development of the online programmes;
- Report on and analyse data on the online programmes using both quantitative, qualitative and evidence-based analysis;
- Lead on the relevant educational technologies for online teaching and learning; and
- Identify trends and solutions for problems in online teaching and learning.
Minimum requirements
- A PhD in a relevant field.
- A strong academic background, including publications and evidence of research fundraising;
- Experience in online teaching and learning, either as an academic lecturer or within professional academic support;
- A conceptual understanding of online teaching and learning and familiarity with current literature on emerging online educational trends;
- Experience with evidence on varied research on educational technologies for teaching and learning;
- Excellent written, oral and electronic communication skills and proven ability to write high-level proposals and reports;
- Experience with using quantitative data for teaching and learning interventions and reports;
- Experience with evidence-based research in the education field;
- Evidence of leading diverse teams in the implementation of innovative learning technologies; and
- Understanding of contemporary educational learning theories.
- Self-starter with strong self-management skills.
- Ability to organise and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal language and communication skills.
- Committed to being a proactive team player prepared to share knowledge and information.
- Experience in the higher education environment.
- Involvement and experience in research, report writing, and research projects.
- Knowledge of learning design principles.
- Understanding of online learning theories and material development.
- Experience with quantitative data for teaching and learning interventions;
- Experience with evidence-based research in the education field.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
