Lecturer in Social Work A072

Lecturer in Social Work (2 positions) (A072/073) - (A072/073.1)

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is a comprehensive University established to provide a relevant, engaged and sustainable learning and teaching environment of outstanding academic excellence to match not only the skills and economic needs of the Province and its people, but of the Country as a whole. The UMP invites applications for the following position/s.

Lecturer in Social Work (2 positions) (A072/073)

University of Mpumalanga ->
Teaching and Learning ->
Faculty of Economics, Development and Business Sciences ->
School of Social Science

The main purpose of this position is to teach, research, engage with the community and perform administrative duties pertaining to Social Work. The position requires teaching, researching, community engagement and administration of Social Work modules in line with the University’s strategic and operational plans.

• The Provision of strategic leadership at the level of Discipline and Qualification.
• The provision of leadership in teaching & learning and the provision of relevant, up to date courses, using modern and appropriate pedagogies.
• The provision of leadership in research at Discipline level and the production of accredited research outputs.
• Postgraduate supervision and the graduation of Honours, or Master's students in the minimum time.
• Engagement and leadership in engagement through which knowledge and skills are used to benefit the discipline/profession and the community.
• Progress towards obtaining a PhD is an added advantage.

• Some lecturing experience at university level.
• Some research outputs or activities, including publication in accredited national and international journals or invited presentations at national and international conferences.
• Postgraduate supervision of Honours or Master's students.
• Knowledge of the theory and application of the discipline.
• Understanding of principles of leadership and management with very well-developed leadership and management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills.
• An in-depth understanding of modern theories of teaching and learning in Higher Education and very well-developed teaching skills.
• A good understanding of national and international research environment including funding.
• Understanding of the role of the University in Engagement and an ability to lead engagement activities in teaching or research

• People-oriented, hardworking, responsible, reliable, creative, and innovative.
• Respectful, honest, punctual, and understanding of protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity, and teamwork

19/7/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.