Lecturer role at The University of North West | Apply Now!

📍 Location: North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, Hoffman Street, Potchefstroom, North West, 2531
🕒 Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
📅 Apply by: 13 August 2025
💼 Company: North-West University (NWU)
📌 Reference Number: nwu_003658 / Position No: P001611

Website: http://www.nwu.ac.za

🎓 About North-West University (NWU)

North-West University (NWU) is a leading public university dedicated to teaching excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. The Faculty of Education at NWU’s Potchefstroom Campus is currently seeking a qualified academic to fill a Lecturer position within the School of Natural Science in Education, with a focus on Geography and Environmental Education.

🎯 Role Purpose

The Lecturer will support undergraduate and postgraduate students through face-to-face and distance learning in Geography and Environmental Education. This role requires a balanced contribution to teaching, research, and community engagement, while actively developing academic material and participating in faculty-led projects.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate undergraduate & postgraduate modules in Geography/Environmental Education

• Deliver both contact and distance learning formats

• Supervise postgraduate research projects

• Develop study material and manage online learning platforms (LMS)

• Publish research articles, chapters, or books

• Participate in an NWU-approved research entity

• Lead or contribute to community engagement projects and services

✅ Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree (M.Ed/MSc/MA) in Geography, Geography Education, or Environmental Education (NQF level 9)

• PGCE or B.Ed specializing in Geography or Environmental Education

• B.Ed Honours or BA/BSc Honours in Geography or Environmental Education

• Minimum 2 years teaching experience in Geography (FET Phase: Grades 10–12)

• Valid registration with SACE

➕ Added Advantages

• Experience in postgraduate supervision

• Published academic research

🧠 Key Competencies

• Deep knowledge of Human & Physical Geography, Map Work, and GIS

• Pedagogical expertise in teaching Geography & Environmental Education

• Proficiency in educational technologies and blended learning

• Strong computer literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

• Advanced research capabilities

🤝 Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to function in a multi-lingual academic environment

• Effective under pressure and in collaborative teams

💰 Remuneration

The total annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment and aligned with NWU’s policy guidelines.

📄 CV Tips for This Role:

• Clearly outline your academic qualifications and NQF level

• Highlight your FET teaching experience and specialisation in Geography or Environmental Education

• Mention any publications or research projects you’ve contributed to

• Include experience with LMS platforms and remote teaching tools

• Showcase participation in community engagement initiatives

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