Academic Developer

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB The core purpose of the job is to coordinate, develop and facilitate learning and teaching development activities at the George campus in accordance with the principles and vision of the Teaching Excellence cluster of the LT Collabs of Nelson Mandela University. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS To coordinate and facilitate learning and teaching development activities on the George campus To implement the Induction programme for newly appointed lecturers on the George campus in collaboration with the coordinator To coordinate the teaching evaluation programme on the George campus To holistically support collaborative curriculum development activities To engage with additional academic enhancement initiatives as assigned by the Director of Learning & Teaching To conduct research in academic development / SoTL CORE COMPETENCIES Ability to plan, develop and facilitate flexible learning opportunities pertaining to teaching and learning in Higher Education Ability to initiate and coordinate professional development programmes for staff at different levels Knowledge of the Higher Education context Experience of curriculum design and development in Higher Education Strong foundation in in computer applications and familiarity with technology-supported teaching and learning Proven research competency and interest in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Strong communication skills for official reporting and presentation REQUIREMENTS In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must preferably possess an appropriate Masters degree (e.g. in Education or Higher Education). A minimum of 5 years experience in Higher Education of which at least 3 must be in the field of academic development. 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, 13 September 2024.