Job descriptionKEY RESPONSIBILITIESTEACHING AND LEARNINGTeach Sesotho literature and linguistics modules at both undergraduate and honours level. Supervise M. A. and PhD students in Sesotho literature and linguistics. Team teaching, student evaluations, assignments, tests and examinations, supervision of postgraduates. Complete related administrative tasks, such as managing marks and monitoring student progress. Set and mark assessments. Hold office hours for consultations with students. Attend meetings (with the subject group, teaching team, and/or module tutors). Moderate assessments internally. Manage records by maintaining module files for Internal and/or External Programme Evaluation.
RESEARCH
Contribute towards the research output of the School of Languages by publishing in accredited journals. Present at national and international conferences.
SOCIAL RESPONSIVENESSBe involved in relevant community engagement projects. Attend COPAL meetings on matters concerning the development of African Languages. Evaluate a reasonable number of MA and PhD candidates, as opportunities arise. Evaluate a reasonable number of articles from different journals, as opportunities arise. Present workshops to Sesotho teachers.
ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATIONFulfil management tasks and duties in service of the university as they arise (for example, subject chair responsibilities, serving on a Faculty Board or committee). Demonstrate good organisational and administrative skills.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Adhere to OHS protocols. Attend workshops of OHS
Minimum requirements
A PhD (NQF level 10) in Sesotho Linguistics OR Sesotho Literature or any related field. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in teaching at a tertiary institution (in Sesotho literary or Sesotho linguistic studies) or relevant industry experience (i.e. Sesotho language practitioner or translation). Provide clear evidence of standing, recognition and publication outputs appropriate to the level of senior lecturer. Provide evidence of academic peer-reviewed publications in reputable and appropriate academic journals. Experience in post-graduate study guidance at a tertiary institution or post-doctoral experience.
ADDED ADVANTAGES: Academic associations membership. Membership of relevant societies (i.e. African language and/or literary/writers’ societies).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIESExcellent communication skills in Sesotho and English. Excellent computer literacy and skills (including MS 365 suite, LMS). Development and delivery of online, face-to-face and/or blended teaching. Proven skills in teaching and research guidance.
Knowledge and understanding of the scholarship of academic research writing, including:
Academic integrity and prevention of plagiarism as part of academic writing scholarship, context and environment. Consultant management. Staff and consultant training, development of training material.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIESPassionate about language teaching and learning. Good interpersonal skills. Ability and willingness to work with a variety of colleagues and students. Professional work ethic. Student support experience (for example SI facilitation, tutoring, peer mentoring). Inquisitive nature, focus on detail and good analytical skills.
Apply by: 28 August 2026
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