SUMMARY:
"Developing a new breed of Agriculturist."
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging career i
POSITION INFO:
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.
CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
“Developing a new breed of Agriculturist.”
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging career in a rapidly transforming academic institution? Do you want to make a contribution towards developing young talent to stand their ground in a highly competitive agricultural sector on the African continent and globally?
The Agricultural Management Department at the George Campus of the Nelson Mandela University needs your talent, passion and commitment to strengthen our teaching and research in commercial agriculture. A vacancy exists for a Senior Lecturer in the field of Agricultural with a focus on Plant Production/Horticulture and
sustainable/regenerative agriculture in the Natural Resource Science and Management Cluster of the Science Faculty. The purpose of this academic post is to teach and research at the interface of both agricultural management and plant production sciences, emphasizing the integration of management and science in a sustainable agricultural business context, specifically, intensive horticultural production. The post requires a person who has the ability and experience to teach and research across disciplines within the Agricultural Management diploma, degree and postgraduate programs. The ideal candidate will be required to also engage in systems research that is interdisciplinary in nature. We strive to remain close to and build strong relationships with agricultural industries through applied research, engagement, support and through our undergraduate work integrated learning program. If you have what it takes to serve the needs of our students, our campus and the Southern African agricultural sector and your credentials meet the requirements of this position, we invite you to join our team at the George Campus ( />KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
•Teach and facilitate student learning at undergraduate and post-graduate level in the Agricultural Management program in the fields of Agricultural management and Plant Production/Horticulture systems.
•Conduct, supervise and publish research relevant to the broad theme of regenerative agriculture / intensive horticulture farming systems
•Engage and network with stakeholders in the agricultural industry in terms of teaching, research, and work-integrated learning.
•Perform administrative and management functions in the Agricultural Management Program within the cluster of Natural Resource Science and Management
•Evidence of attracting research funding and ability to initiate and manage research partnerships with external stakeholders (e.g., Industry, Government) will be an added advantage
CORE COMPETENCIES
•An ability to understand agriculture as an integrated system and to work across disciplines within the agricultural business and natural resource management milieu.
•An ability to apply theoretical scientific concepts in commercial agricultural practice with a focus on intensive horticulture farming systems
•An ability to develop course/educational material and be able to conduct teaching and learning in the context of Resource management and intensive horticulture farming systems
•The potential to conduct applied and trans-disciplinary research and publish research results within the broad theme of regenerative agriculture/ intensive horticulture farming systems A proven ability to network with agricultural practitioners and researchers in industry.
•A proven ability to engage with diverse industry stakeholders and work with other people to achieve results beneficial to society.
•A proven ability and aptitude for teamwork and working with groups of diverse people to achieve shared goals.
•A proven ability to be creative and innovative in the workplace.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
REQUIREMENTS
•A PhD in the field of Agricultural Management or Agricultural Plant Production, with a focus on intensive horticulture
•A minimum of one year teaching and learning experience of plant production/horticulture theory at undergraduate and postgraduate level
•A minimum of 3-5 years relevant and related working experience where competencies have been gained.
•A proven track record in research and supervision of MSc and PhD students
•A proven track record of attracting funding and publishing scientific papers in accredited DHET linked Journals.
•Relevant practical experience in the fields of regenerative agriculture/ intensive horticulture farming systems
•A significant record of engagement with academic and/or industry stakeholders.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc.
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Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter stating how applicants meet the core competencies and requirements, as well as a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications and two reference letters from contactable referees. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated and certified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before appointment.
