Professor (Faculty of Humanities: Department of African Languages)

Advert reference: uj_002483 Advert status: Online Apply by: 13 September 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: Senior

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: Supervise and lecture in isiXhosa and other African languages in the department of African languages. Responsibilities:

Teaching & Learning

• Lecture isiXhosa and methodologies at undergraduate, and PGE at postgraduate level.
• Lecture African languages at Honours level.

Research

• Conduct research and publish at least three accredited research units.

Supervision

• Supervise postgraduate students at Honours, Masters and at PhD level.

Academic Citizenship

• Contribute positively to the departmental administration duties.
• Participate in departmental/faculty activities/committees.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues.

Community engagement

• Participate in community engagements outside of the university.

Minimum requirements

• PhD in African Languages
• Ten (10) years' of experience as Lecturer
• Ten (10) years’ experience in curricular design
• Teaching of isiXhosa
• Ability to conduct credible research
• Supervision of PG students Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in academic English.
• Good time management skills.
• Good planning and organising skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.
• Proven ability to think critically, analytically and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary). Recommendations:
• Experience in teaching at the University of Johannesburg.
• Practical experience in the relevant subject disciplines.
• Proven ability to conduct research.
• Research experience in relevant subject disciplines.
• An excellent record of relevant academic publications.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students.
• Knowledge of Higher Education Qualifications Framework.
• Departmental/ discipline knowledge regarding the relevant programme(s).
• Online teaching and learning strategies and methods.
• Assessment practices. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Dumisani Sibiya at Tel: (011) 559 2784 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Hanisha Bhaga (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 2956

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.