CORE PURPOSE OF JOB To facilitate the learning process in Management Accounting and Finance for undergraduate and postgraduate students, the majority of whom intend to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA).
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Facilitate the learning process in Management Accounting and Finance (by taking responsibility for course material, lectures, tutorials and setting and moderating assessments) for undergraduate and postgraduate students, the majority of whom intend to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA) – both day and evening groups.Coordinate undergraduate academic programs.Undertake research and scholarly activities.Engage with professional bodies and other stakeholders.Perform related administrative duties.CORE COMPETENCIES Sound knowledge in the theory and application of Management Accounting and Finance including recent trends and developments in the field.Experience in facilitating learning for undergraduate and/or postgraduate students intending to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA).Experience in academic leadership and/or course coordination (senior lecturer).Potential to contribute to the creation of knowledge in research and publication (lecturer).Relevant knowledge of research methodologies in the field of Management Accounting and Finance and potential to supervise postgraduate students or be engaged in research and scholarly activities (senior lecturer)The innate desire to deliver work of an excellent standard.Very strong communication (written / verbal) skills.Initiative and the motivation to work without needing extensive supervision.Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and be able to work as part of a team.Strong administrative skills.Added advantages and preferences: Experience in the facilitation and management of large diverse student groups;Experience in blended learning practices;Experience and a thorough understanding of trending technologies including data and/or accounting analytics.Involvement in professional activities or with professional bodies and other stakeholders.REQUIREMENTS In order to be considered for this senior lecturer rank, candidates should:
Be a Chartered Accountant (South Africa);Be in possession of an honours degree or equivalent NQF level 8 qualification specialising in Management Accounting and Finance*; andHave 3 – 7 years relevant or related working experience in Management Accounting and Finance and/or experience in the facilitation of learning in Management Accounting and Finance.* Preference will be given to candidates who have made progress towards a Masters degree specialising in Management Accounting and Finance.
In order to be considered for this lecturer rank, candidates should:
Be a Chartered Accountant (South Africa);Be in possession of an honours degree or equivalent NQF level 8 qualification specialising in Management Accounting and Finance*; andHave 3 years relevant or related working experience in Management Accounting and Finance and/or experience in the facilitation of learning in Management Accounting and Finance.* Preference will be given to candidates who have made progress towards a Masters degree specialising in Management Accounting and Finance.
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, 14 June 2024.
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