CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of the post is to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in theoretical and practical modules as presented by the Nelson Mandela University Nursing Science Department at under- and post-graduate level, to participate in research, to contribute to the academic and community engagement as well as being involved in the core functions of the University.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Sound knowledge of the theory and application in relevant disciplines in Nursing, particularly Advanced General Nursing or Critical Care Nursing or Emergency Nursing.
2. Experience in facilitation of teaching and learning activities and practices at under- and/or post-graduate academic and clinical programs.
3. Contribute to curriculum development and implementation at under- and/or post-graduate level.
4. Contribute to research within Nursing Science.
5. Create knowledge through research and publications.
6. Establish a national reputation in own field of expertise through collaboration, consultation and involvement in policy processes or projects.
7. Research supervision, and involvement in faculty research projects, IPE involvement.  

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Application of diverse teaching and learning methodologies for under- and post-graduate programs.
2. Experience in facilitation of teaching and learning at under- and/or post-graduate levels.
3. Knowledge of research theory and applications in Nursing Science.
4. Knowledge of curriculum development and implementation at under- and/or post-graduate levels.
5. Co-supervising post-graduate research candidates (Masters and Honours).
6. Contribute to the development and implementation of Short Learning Programs or other Continuous Development Programs.
7. Contribute to seminars and/or other research outputs.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing Science.

Emergency Nursing or Trauma Nursing or Critical Care Nursing or Advanced General Nursing would be an added advantage.

Registration with SANC as a registered nurse.

Registration with SANC as a Nurse Educator.

Registration with SANC as an assessor and moderator.

Experience and skills

Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in General Nursing.

Minimum of two years’ clinical work experience.

Evidence of post-graduate research supervision is required.

Disclaimer:

  No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (26 February  2021).  

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. must be displayed on CV.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Applicants are to provide a cover letter, which details exactly how their skills match the advert requirements, provide their SANC number, provide an updated CV, copy of their ID and Driver’s License as well as certified copies of qualifications.