Professor/Associate Professor (College Of Business & Economics: School Of Public Management, Go[...]

Professor/Associate Professor (College of Business & Economics: School of Public Management, Governance & Public Policy) Advert reference: uj_001549
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 7 July 2024
Position Summary Job category: Education and Training
Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Open to all
IntroductionThe University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of "Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa".
"Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University. To facilitate teaching and research in preferably both the contact and online mode, where appropriate. Interacting with the community, stakeholders and partners to work towards the fulfilment of mission of the University of Johannesburg.
Responsibilities: The incumbent will be expected to: Teaching and Learning Lecture, supervise and assess undergraduate and postgraduate students in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Governance and Public Policy and related disciplines.Coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Governance and Public Policy and related disciplines.Teach, supervise and assess students, prepare study material, and be available for consultation.Preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars.Communicate effectively with students and colleagues, using face-to-face, telephone, written and electronic communication (including email) modes as appropriate.Invigilate during University examinations or assessments.Ensure that students and staff adhere to the University's Rules and Regulations.Participate in official gatherings of the University and committees to which the incumbent has been nominated.Participate in official meetings of the School and College.Provide cover for colleagues on sabbatical where necessary.Play a leading role in developing new courses or modules, individually and/or collectively taught and participate in ongoing development of aspects of course structure, delivery, assessment, etc.Course coordination.Supervision of post-graduate students.Supervise Master's dissertations and PhD theses.Involvement in professional activities.Assume various administrative tasks and responsibilities (junior and/or more senior) as requested by the Director of the School.Participate in the School's various outreach activities including Open Days etc.Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Director of the School or Executive Dean. Research Improve and increase personal knowledge of the field of Public Administration and related disciplines through research, publications and postgraduate supervision.There must be a strong commitment to excellence in productive research and postgraduate supervision as well as the promotion of UJ strategic objectives.Improve and increase personal knowledge of the relevant field of study through research and publications.Contribute to the development of the School through the generation of research, teaching and scholarship of international excellence.Direct and develop a personal research programme leading to publications in key national or international peer-reviewed academic journals and to other appropriate forms of research output.Participate in research teams or other collaborative research initiatives, School and/or inter-College.Identify opportunities and apply for substantial grants for new research projects, individual and/or collaborative. Community Development Initiate and participate in community engagement projects and Pan-African partnership activities. Individual Value Add Participation and presentation in the School seminars.Collaboration with academics at other universities including international partnerships.Contributing constructively to the team through taking a leadership position.Functioning as a role model setting standards of excellence.Be a strong team player. Associate Professor A recognised doctoral qualification in Public Administration (and related fields such as Public Management/Governance, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation) with strong qualitative and quantitative research background.Willingness to lecturer at undergraduate level especially large first year classes.Sound knowledge of Public Administration and related fields theories at postgraduate level.Appropriate teaching and practical experience, proven research ability.The ability to publish research findings in high-ranked accredited/peer-reviewed journals is the most important requirement for the position.The candidate must be willing to teach in other areas of Public Administration when required.An excellent record of recent and relevant academic publications.Experience in supervising postgraduate students at PhD and master's level.Proven knowledge and experience in Research Methodologies relevant to the Public Administration and related disciplines at postgraduate level. Professor A recognised doctoral qualification in Public Administration (and related fields such as Public 
Management/Governance, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation).Willingness to lecturer at undergraduate level especially large first year classes.Five (5) years' Research management experience.Proven record of excellence in accredited scholarly research outputs in the fields of Public Administration.Five (5) to eight (8) years' proven national stature in the disciplines.Five (5) to eight (8) years' proven record of excellence and innovation in the teaching and assessment of undergraduate and post- graduate students at university level.Five (5) to eight (8) years' proven experience of academic quality assurance, curriculum revision and development.Two (2) to four (4) proven record of excellence in the application of the candidate's knowledge and skills in community interaction, capacity-building, and policy interventions (experience in the publication of opinion pieces and policy briefs in the media will serve as recommendation).At least four (4) years' proven record of postgraduate university supervision at doctoral and Masters' levels.Five (5) to eight (8) years' proven experience of participation in the management of departmental issues at a university.Three (3) to five (5) years' proven record and experience in the supervision of online Master's candidates. Competencies and Behavioral Attributes: Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.Good planning and organisational skills.Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.The ability to publish in high-impact journals.The ability to supervise graduate students.Proven ability to excel in personal academic endeavors.Proven ability to excel in innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levelsProven ability to excel in undertaking and completing scholarly research projects.Supervision of Masters and doctoral students. Recommendations: Knowledge of faculty rules, regulations, and policiesNRF-RatingPublication in internationally accredited journalsProven academic leadership in the field of Public Administration and research methodology.Proven commitment to wholistic developing undergraduate students (with love and care)Commitment to fostering national and international partnerships.A university qualification and experience in teaching research methodologies at postgraduate level.Please note that UJ's promotion criteria will be applied when shortlisting applicants for this post. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Dominique Emmanuel Uwizeyimana on Tel: (011) 559 2385
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Mpume Mqina (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 1809
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ******
Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Do you require help with the registration process?
#J-18808-Ljbffr