Senior Lecturer

With more than 34400 students, and approximately 1700 members of staff, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading university of technology proudly located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg, along the warm east coast of South Africa. Founded in April 2002 through the historic merger of the former ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, DUT has evolved into a modern, metropolitan, multi-campus university with roots tracing back to 1907.

Today, DUT is recognised nationally and internationally for its excellence in teaching and learning, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement. A proud member of the International Association of Universities, DUT continues to expand its influence across South Africa and the world. In the 2025 Webometrics Rankings, DUT was ranked among the Top 6% of all universities and colleges worldwide, reflecting its academic excellence, research impact and strong global visibility.

DUT’s Philosophy of Education, “Our creativity and innovation shapes adaptive graduates who transform society” reflects the institution’s deep commitment to meaningful impact for societal transformation. Guided by its inspirational and aspirational ENVISION2030 strategy, which is rooted in DUT’s DNA of being ‘people-centred and engaged’ and ‘innovative and entrepreneurial’ and underpinned by its bespoke Living Values Framework, DUT focuses on ‘contributing to the improving lives and livelihoods’.

The University comprises six diverse Faculties:

• Accounting and Informatics
• Applied Sciences
• Arts & Design
• Engineering and the Built Environment
• Health Sciences
• Management Sciences

DUT also includes a Business School and the award-winning Institute for Water and Wastewater Technology (IWWT), amongst other research centres and institutes, reinforcing its role as a hub for knowledge, innovation and societal impact. DUT is deeply engaged with its community and regional ecosystem, while remaining globally connected and relevant.

At DUT, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering people to make a real difference. If you are passionate about contributing to education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and engagement, DUT offers the ideal environment - Creative. Distinctive. Impactful.

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER: (REF: F648)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT, LAW AND ECONOMICS

DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY: RIVERSIDE CAMPUS: PIETERMARITBURG

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• PhD and undergraduate qualifications in Public Management/Administration, Local Government, /Supply Chain Management/Public Affairs.
• At least 5 years lecturing experience of teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• At least 4 publications in national and or international DHET-accredited journals within the last 4 years. Evidence of publication including articles or book chapters.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster, and or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Public sector or Public Finance related experience.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning
• Availability to work at other DUT campuses and in the evenings.
• Conduct teaching, learning and assessment using a blended mode
• An NRF rating or potential to obtain an NRF rating.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Provide leadership towards the department’s strategic plan on teaching, research and engaged scholarship.
• Conduct research and publish in high impact DHET-accredited journals.
• Contribute to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the department.
• Supervise Master’s dissertations and PhD theses.
• Present at accredited conferences, workshops and seminars to enhance scholarly knowledge.
• Develop collaborative relationships with relevant external stakeholder from government, civic society, industry and other professional organisations.
• Serve in various administrative committees in the department, faculty and institution.
• Serve as a leader in mentoring others in teaching, learning and research.
• Undertake administration and other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department.
• Give guidance in curriculum design and implementation in the department and faculty.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LECTURER POSITION

Master’s degree and undergraduate qualifications in Public Management/ Administration, Local Government Management/Supply Chain Management/Public Affairs

• At least 2 years proven experience of teaching Public Management / Local Government Management/ Supply Chain Management within the public sector at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and industry experience of one or more years.

• Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD with traceable progress.

• Active participation in professional, public service and or community activities.

• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. OTHER COMPETENCIES

• Ability to set high standards and work to achieve success.

• Ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address work-related problems.

• Ability to strictly follow work regulations.

• Show high levels of professionalism at all times, display a good-natured attitude and work well with colleagues.

• Demonstrate a student-centred approach to teaching and learning.

• Ability to effectively use online platforms like MS Teams and Moodle in teaching and learning.

• Ability to effectively communicate and express issues with clarity.

Contact Person : Maud Mthembu

Contact Email : careers@dut.ac.za

Status of Academic Position : Permanent

Salary : Market Related

CLOSING DATE: 31 August 2026

Applications should include :

• A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
• A detailed curriculum vita (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above mentioned fields)
• Covering Letter
• Certified copies of all academic records/transcript/qualification and certificates
• Current contact information of referees
• No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be
• Please email application to careers@dut.ac.za and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.

Please note:

“The University reserves the right not to appoint” or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only.

DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided