Political Science Lecturer

Job Advert Summary

Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Political Science Lecturer, at our Potchefstroom campus on a part-time basis.

Type of appointment:

Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)

Purpose:

• To lecture Humanities-related modules, in the faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum qualifications required:

• BA Honours in Political Science/ Public administration or a related Honours Degree (Masters would be advantageous)

Experience:

• At least 1 - 2 years Relevant lecturing experience
• Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
• Relevant research experience

Duties and Responsibilities

Modules to be lectured:

• Political Science
• Research
• Academic Literacy

Responsibilities:

• Lecturing
• General administration
• Setting and marking of assessments
• Preparation of notes and additional study materials
• Quality Assurance
• Management of At-risk students

Functional and Behavioural Competencies

Competencies

• Initiative and responsibility
• Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
• Influence
• Analysis and judgement
• Innovation and change
• Systematic approach (planning and organising)
• Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
• Communication