Lecturer (Faculty of Humanities: Department of Strategic Communication: Marketing)

Advert reference: uj_002431 Advert status: Online Apply by: 9 August 2026

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training Job category: Education and Training Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Open to all Level: Skilled

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

Job description

“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

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Job purpose:

Lecture in Strategic Communication.

Teaching:

• Lecture undergraduate semester modules in Strategic Communication and Public Relations (including Work Integrated Learning modules, if required).
• Lecture honours modules in Strategic Communication.
• Lecture the Advance Diploma in Communication Management modules.
• Not limited to, the development of study guides and Moodle content, physical teaching, possible online/hybrid teaching.
• The development of assessments, marking, managing tutors, designing tutorial activities, marks capturing and performing administrative tasks associated with lecturing as required.
• Submit student marks before departmental due dates.
• Develop and promote the modules in Strategic Communication and Public Relations.
• Ensure adequate support for the students through monitoring at risk students and consultations.

Supervision:

• Actively promote postgraduate studies in Strategic Communication and Public Relations among students and other parties.
• Supervise Honours research essays to completion.
• Supervise Masters candidates to completion.

Research:

• Conduct research resulting in published output in reputable, accredited journals.
• Present papers at reputable academic conferences (at both local and international level).

Administration:

• Carry out administrative tasks as required by UJ’s policies and regulations and the department of Strategic Communication.
• Participate in departmental meetings and activities.

Minimum requirements

• A Master’s degree (NQF 9) in Strategic Communication or related discipline.
• Two (2) years’ lecturing experience in Strategic Communication or a related discipline.
• One (1) year postgraduate supervision experience.

Recommendations:

• Relevant industry experience.
• A Doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Strategic Communication or a related field.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Moodle.
• Curriculum development.
• Lecturing experience.
• Assessment development.
• Supervision experience.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Anna Oksiutycz-Munyawiri (Head of Department) on Tel: (011) 559 2849.

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs. Hanisa Bhaga (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 333.

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.