CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of this post is to facilitate the co-development of knowledge, skills and practice competencies at under- and post-graduate levels to enable students to function effectively within the profession, to supervise research in the areas of Social Development / Social Work and contribute to departmental and faculty administration as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Facilitation of learning in the various Social Development Professions'' under- and postgraduate programs.

Taking responsibility for all academic-related activities, including compiling course guides, teaching material and assessments.

Ensure comprehensive academic engagement with students.

Supervision of research at under- and post-graduate levels.

Conducting, publishing and promoting research in Social Development / Social Work.

Contribute to academic and operational administration within the department.

Identification of students at risk, developing intervention strategies and monitoring student progress.

Participation in community engagement and service learning.

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (3 September 2021).  

CORE COMPETENCIES

Advanced knowledge of the theory, skills and practice of Social Development and Social Work.

Sound experience in facilitating learning and teaching, and practice coordination and clinical supervision in the discipline at a tertiary level institution.  

Good administrative skills.

Ability to contribute to community engagement and service learning.

Ability to conduct research, publish, as well as present findings at conferences.

Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and ability to work in a dynamic team.

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (3 September 2021).  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work qualification + Masters'' degree in Social Work

Registration

Professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions

Experience

Two years'' experience in lecturing at under-Graduate Social Work level

Experience in the supervision of 4^th year research projects

Four years'' Social Work practice experience

Research

Have published a journal article or presented research findings at a conference

Other skills

Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff and the public

Have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power-Point and Outlook)

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (3 September 2021).  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants are to submit a cover letter detailing exactly how their skills and experience matches the post requirements, provide an updated CV, SACSSP registration number and certified copies of qualifications, as well as a copy of ID and Driver''s License.

Please note that no late applications will be accepted

Disclaimer:

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (3 September 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.

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