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”.

• Lecturing in public management and governance discipline at under and postgraduate level on the Auckland Park Kingsway Campus (or any other campus of UJ as might be required).
• Undertaking research and publish extensively in accredited academic journals, including in high-impact journals.
• Participating in research activities of the School.
• Participating in community engagement activities of the School.
• Supervising postgraduate students.
• Developing and maintaining professional and industry partnerships.
• Assisting in the overall management of the department, including by contributing to academic/research administration.
• A commitment to pursue further studies towards a doctorate.

• A master’s degree in public management and governance or relevant related field (on NQF 9 level). To be considered for the Lecturer position, the successful incumbent will be required to undertake a doctorate qualification (NQF 10) within a five (5) year period public management and governance or relevant related field. The position will be offered on a fixed-term contract and converted to a permanent contract on the attainment of the doctorate.
• Proven excellence in academic study record.
• Proven knowledge and experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies at postgraduate level.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
• Previous lecturing experience in the relevant subject disciplines at a Higher Education institution similar to UJ.
• Proven supervision record of postgraduate students (Honour’s and master’s degree).
• Evidence of research outputs.
• Proven ability to think critically, analytically, and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary).
• Fluent in written and oral English communication.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in academic English.
• Good time management skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with others.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• The ability to publish in high-impact journals.
• The ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Research management skills.
• Overall management skills.

• Preference will be given to candidates with a relevant doctoral degree (on NQF 10 level).
• Proven knowledge of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) content and ability to teach the same modules at UG and PG students.
• Proven supervision record at Masters’ and Doctoral level.
• Proven publication record in DHET Accredited journals.
• Experience in online and hybrid teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• NRF rated scholar or the ability to obtain an NRF rating in three years’ time.