Lecturer in Academic Literacies

Title of PositionLecturer in Academic Literacies (Extended Curriculum Programme) - internal onlyPost NumberM007Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Dean's Office: Economic & Management SciencesType of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationMain Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing Date7/11/2025Role Clarification & Key Performance AreasThe University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates the students across multiple disciplines including Accounting, Finance, Management, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies, School of Government (including Public Administration) and the Academic Literacies Progamme.ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be appointed in the Academic Literacies Programme and as part of the Extended Curriculum Programme, will be responsible for the following key performance areas:Facilitate learning at undergraduate levels in the Academic Literacies ProgrammeConduct research and publish in Extended Curriculum ProgrammesUndertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervisionProvide academic leadership and administrationUndertake curriculum development and assessmentParticipate in community engagement and outreachMinimum RequirementsMasters qualification or equivalent in the field of EducationAt least five years of teaching experience in the field of Academic Literacies for Commerce within Extended Curriculum ProgrammesKey CompetenciesExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishPresentation and facilitation skillsAdaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environmentStudent-focused approachPlanning and organising skillsComputer literacy and e-learning skillsProfessional knowledge of ECP programmesTechnical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadershipFor more information (but not applications), please contact the Departmental Chairperson, Carolien van den Berg at In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at /9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.