Academic: Accounting/Business Studies Teaching Specialisations at Mancosa

About the position

Introduction

An academic is responsible for ensuring high-quality academic delivery, assessment, curriculum development, and student support across designated modules. This role supports the academic mission of MANCOSA by driving excellence in teaching and learning, enhancing the student learning experience, contributing to research and community engagement, and maintaining academic standards in line with institutional policies and strategies.

Duties & Responsibilities

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

Academic Delivery

• Facilitate modules via webinars or face-to-face sessions.
  

• Ensure alignment with MANCOSA's Teaching and Learning Strategy.
  

• Develop high-quality academic content for the Learner Management System (LMS)
  

• Quality assurance and sign-off of allocated modules
  

• Respond to student queries within 24 hours via the "Ask the Lecturer" platform.
  

Assessments

• Set, mark, and moderate assessments for allocated modules.
  

• Ensure quality assurance and sign-off of all assessments.
  

• Participate in AVC and pre-/post-assessment moderation processes.
  

Curriculum Development

• Review and update module guides; ensure consistency across academic materials.
  

• Contribute to curriculum enhancements and documentation.
  

• Write, moderate, or update module guides (remuneration applicable after first instance).
  

Student Learning Experience

• Manage daily academic operations for assigned modules.
  

• Develop innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
  

• Monitor student progress and provide academic support.
  

Research, Scholarship, and Community Engagement

• Undertake and lead research projects with measurable academic and community impact.
  

• Supervise honours and master's students.
  

• Engage in collaborative community initiatives.
  

Desired Experience & Qualification

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A Master's Degree in Accounting and/or Business Studies Teaching Specializations

• At least 2/3 years lecturing experience; Accounting and/or Business Studies Teaching Specializations.

• School based experience, teaching CAPS

• Demonstrate research engagement over last 3 years

RELATED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Be familiar with distance and online education

• Be familiar with using learning management systems

• Have a working knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory framework

• Must be able to work within pre-determined time frames and deadlines

• Must be able to speak confidently and demonstrate professionalism

• Must be a collegial team player

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Internet and Email)

• Excellent writing and reporting skills

• Possess a high level of ethics and confidentiality