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University of the Free State is looking for a Lecturer

Location: South Africa

Job Type: Full-time

Fringe Benefits:

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance.
• Participate actively in research and publications.
• Ensure active involvement in research activities of the Faculty.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Work in a team with colleagues within the Faculty.
• Contribute to research coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the discipline.

Inherent requirements:

• A Master’s degree on NQF level 9 in Economics.
• An excellent academic record with a minimum 70% average mark for the Master’s degree. (Please attach your academic record).
• Must enrol for doctoral degree at the first available opportunity, if not yet attained by the time of the appointment

Required competencies:

Business Acumen-

• Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Results Orientated-

• The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Strategic Thinking-

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
• Leading
• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

Building Coalitions-

• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

Recommendations:

• Proven experience in delivery of oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Excellent research record as demonstrated in the applicant’s completed master’s studies.
• Demonstrated ability to use an Econometric software package.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ lecturing experience in the higher education environment.

Interested candidates please apply with resume, references, cover letter, certified copies, certified copies of qualifications (both not older than 6 months), certified copy of your ID, proof of registration with a Professional Body (HPCSA or SABPP), and a copy of your driver’s license.