| Government Entity | University of Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng, Johannesburg |
| Reference Number | uj_002431 |
| Salary | Market Related |
| Centre / Location | Auckland Park Kingsway Campus |
| Closing Date | August 9, 2026 |
| Source and Application | jobs.uj.ac.za |
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".
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.
Duties
“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.For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO 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.
Source / Circular Reference
jobs.uj.ac.za