Programme Coordinator

Programme Coordinator & Lecturer: Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science Programme Coordinator for Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science Programme design – quality teaching and learning, relevance of curriculum, including graduate skills and attributes for the 21st century and the world of work Admission requirements (development and implementation thereof) Teaching methods and delivery of the programme Assessment and moderation practices Programme quality assurance (including ensuring that feedback from student surveys, moderators' reports, Stakeholder Committees, etc., is fed back into the curriculum improvement) and engage relevant role players for improvement initiatives. Cyclical Programme Review, as well as continuous improvement Financial management of the programme Professional development of academic staff Industry liaison and networking Lecturing and Assessment Deliver engaging lectures and assess students in accordance with the accredited programmes and module requirements. Provide timely feedback on assignments, exams, and other assessments to facilitate student learning and growth Learning Management System (LMS) Independently utilise the learning management system and collaborate with colleagues to design, develop, and deliver modules effectively. Participate in the ongoing development of programmes and curriculum, incorporating current educational trends and best practices. Internal Moderation Undertake assigned internal moderation responsibilities to ensure assessment validity and reliability. Academic Support Provide academic guidance and support to students, addressing their concerns and queries promptly. Quality Assurance Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to modules and programmes to ensure compliance with academic standards. Research and Community Engagement Engage in research activities and contribute to community projects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and positive societal impact. Effective Communication Maintain open and effective communication with students, colleagues, line managers, and management members. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while maintaining administrative efficiency. Participation and Collaboration Participate in meetings, workshops, and relevant committees as requested by management. Administrative Functions & Qualifications Master’s degree in Computing / Computer Science / Data Science At least three years’ experience teaching in Higher Education Extensive knowledge and qualifications in Statistics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Data Science Preferably: Doctoral degree in Computing / Computer Science / Data Science (NQF level 10) Skills Preferably industry experience working as a Data Scientist or Data Engineer Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Information Technology Industries Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr