Lecturer: Economics

To lecture undergraduate and postgraduate students in Economics modules, provide academic support, deal with administrative work, conduct research, supervise postgraduate students as well as initiate and participate in different engagement initiatives both internally as well as external of the university.

• Facilitate teaching and learning on undergraduate Economics modules
• Facilitate teaching and learning on postgraduate (Honours and Masters modules) Economics modules
• Facilitate teaching and learning on quantitative based Economics modules  (e.g. Economic Analysis, Econometrics and Economic Impact Assessment) and practical sessions for these modules
• Provide academic support and administration within Department
• Contribution to internal programme/policy reviews at department/school level
• Coordinate the relevant functions pertaining to the marketing of the Department
• Initiate and carry out research independently and as part of a team
• Supervise research essays and postgraduate projects
• Work with the other departmental heads and members of the School of Economics, Development and Tourism and Faculty

CORE COMPETENCIES

Core competencies:

-        Possess sound knowledge in Economic theory and applications

-        Have experience in teaching quantitative modules such as Econometrics, Economic Impact Assessment, Economic Analysis

-        Demonstrate effective scholarly/informed approach to learning and teaching practice

-        Have experience in supervising postgraduate students

-        Demonstrate effective participation in developing local, partnerships (incl. liaising with industry)

-        Collaboration on T&L and/or research knowledge to promote good practice

-        Display good interpersonal skills, a passion for students and the ability to work well in a team

-        Have expertise to identify students requiring academic support and to provide the necessary assistance   

The candidate:

• Must be in possession of a Masters in Economics and at least 2 years’ relevant lecturing experience
• Experience in administration of academic modules and activities
• Emerging research experience as demonstrated through publication/ presentation
• Successful supervision of treatise/mini-dissertation or dissertation.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed or made progress towards a Doctoral degree in Economics

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 01 November 2024.