Academic Manager

Job description

• Lecture and assess contact and distance learning students in the module FAC162: financial accounting 1, ensuring quality and consistency across modalities.
• Perform the roles of module coordinator (MC) and, where applicable, internal moderator (IM) for the module.
• Develop and compile teaching, learning, and assessment materials (including asynchronous content) aligned to the curriculum and relevant academic standards.
• Utilize the learning management system (LMS) effectively to deliver and manage the module content; collaborate with the digital learning team as required.
• Contribute to programme and curriculum development within the school of law and commerce, with a focus on the BCom programmes.
• Undertake internal moderation responsibilities in accordance with institutional quality assurance policies.
• Support exam invigilation and other assessment-related logistics as reasonably required by the Registrar’s Office.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students enrolled in the module, including regular consultations and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements, including reporting, documentation, and alignment with programme outcomes.
• Participate in research and/or community engagement projects aligned with the school’s strategic priorities.
• Maintain effective communication with students, academic colleagues, line managers, and support staff.
• Ensure administrative effectiveness, adhering to institutional policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and reporting timelines.
• Attend and contribute to academic and administrative meetings, planning sessions, and training workshops.
• Serve on institutional and school-level committees as reasonably required by the management team.
• Perform all administrative functions relating to the academic and quality management of the module and broader programme, as delegated by the line manager.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of experience managing staff members, preferably in a contact learning higher education environment.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in teaching and/or lecturing within the relevant discipline or academic phase.
• Strong knowledge and subject matter expertise in the discipline area.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum design and development of teaching and learning materials.
• Proven ability to facilitate learning in online and blended learning environments.
• Experience in providing academic or pastoral support and counselling to students (children and/or adults).
• Familiarity with, or an understanding of, inclusive education principles and practices will be an added advantage.

• Minimum master’s degree, or an NQF 8 qualification linked to a professional industry designation and registration with a professional body.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern information technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Willingness to work when required on Saturdays
• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.

• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern information technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Willingness to work when required on Saturdays
• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.

• Sound teaching and assessment skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.