Lecturer in IT

STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting several student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by industry. STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery.

STADIO is a comprehensive private higher education institution, consisting of the following academic schools:

• Administration & Management
• Engineering & Architecture
• Commerce
• Education
• Fashion, Arts & Design
• Information Technology
• Law
• Policing & Law Enforcement

STADIO Higher Education is inviting applications for the position of:
Lecturer:
School of Information Technology

To deliver high-quality teaching, learning, assessment, and academic support in Information Technology and Computer Science programmes while contributing to curriculum development, research, quality assurance, and community engagement. The incumbent will engage students through applied, industry-oriented teaching, support curriculum development and quality assurance, conduct research, and fulfil academic administrative responsibilities, while maintaining strong collaboration with academic teams and industry partners.

• Deliver engaging lectures and assess students in accordance with the accredited programmes and module requirements.
• Provide timely feedback on assignments, exams, and other assessments to facilitate student learning and growth.

• Independently utilise the learning management system and collaborate with colleagues to design, develop, and deliver modules effectively.
• Participate in the ongoing development of programmes and curriculum, incorporating current educational trends and best practices.

• Undertake assigned internal moderation responsibilities to ensure assessment validity and reliability.

• Conduct venue-based assessment invigilation as required by the Registrar's Office.

• Provide academic guidance and support to students, addressing their concerns and queries promptly.

• Complete all Quality Assurance requirements related to modules and programmes to ensure compliance with academic standards.

• Engage in research activities and contribute to community projects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and positive societal impact.

• Maintain open and effective communication with students, colleagues, line managers, and management members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while maintaining administrative efficiency.

• Participate in meetings, workshops, and relevant committees as requested by management.

• Fulfil administrative duties related to the position as directed by the relevant line manager.
• Proficiency in networking, systems administration, databases, and software development.
• Strong programming background (Python, Java, C++ or similar) with data science, machine learning, and software engineering exposure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, cloud computing, IT governance, and applied networks will be highly advantageous.
• Prior teaching experience at a higher education level or professional/industry experience in IT infrastructure and systems.
• Passion for teaching, learning, and developing the next generation of IT professionals.
• Strong technical expertise combined with an applied, industry-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse student groups.
• Commitment to research, continuous learning, and staying updated with IT trends.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within academic teams and with industry partners.
• Organised, innovative, and adaptable to a rapidly changing technological landscape.

• A Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
• Senior Lecturer applicants must possess a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Relevant industry certifications, such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, AWS, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, or recognised Data Science and Cybersecurity certifications, will be advantageous.

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Higher Education reserves the right not to fill this position. Should you not hear from STADIO within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

In terms of the Company policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company, provided that the competencies and minimum…