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 Academic" platform.
Assessments
- Set, mark, and moderate assessments for allocated modules.
- Ensure quality assurance and sign-off of all assessments to the satisfaction of the Assessment Division
- Participate in Academic Verification Committee 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
• Essential: A relevant master's degree, specializing in Educational Research, Curriculum Studies, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 2 years in higher educationin an academic role
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong academic content expertise.
- Excellent digital literacy and communication skills.
- Ability to organise, coordinate, and adapt within a dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical and reporting abilities.
- Collaborative and innovative teaching style.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be capable of working with visual, verbal and auditory input and output.
Special Conditions:
- Willingness to work overtime when required.
