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Direct Reporting Line :

Head : Academic

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE Varsity College, Pietermaritzburg Campus has a vacancy for a Head Of Computer Science.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Academic Leadership, Management & Campus Support

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage the interface with the Head of School.
• Plan resource allocation for the academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Review academic results of all students within the School on campus and implement appropriate teaching and learning strategies for "At risk" students and modules.
• Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Report on the academic performance of the School on the campus to the Head : Academic, Campus Head, and Head of School, and other relevant staff.
• Drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives within the School on campus.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Support development of academic material and assessments within the School by acting as developer, module leader, moderator, or head of programme for the Central Academic Team (CAT).
• Performance management and development of permanent academic staff within the School on campus.
• Manage lecturer development in consultation with the Teaching and Learning specialist.
• Ensure representation of the school on the Programme Co-ordination Committee (PCC) calls.
• Discipline Module Support role.
• Support the Teaching & Learning Specialist in managing the peer review process and internal moderation model.
• Provide specialist support to campus senior management for all programmes within the School.
• Provide specialist support to campus operations responsible for all programmes within the School.
• Lead recruitment, selection, and appointment of the academic team of the School within the campus.
• Support campus marketing with specialised knowledge of the School's programmes.
• Manage the Development Task.
• Oversee plagiarism offences and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage and oversee the school's role in national/campus initiatives such as Summer School, Saturday School, Speed Week, RESTART, 6 Week Student Engagement Programme, Numeracy Tutorial Sessions, Elevate.
• Participate in academic support and administrative duties during campus registration periods.
• Supervise students on Honours programmes (if applicable).
• Manage the student tracking process.
• Conduct student consultations.

Industry, Professional Management & Building Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with industry to support student placements, bursaries, sponsorships, and access to professional expertise.
• Facilitate and participate in professional and scholarly activities such as conference papers and higher degree studies.
• Organise campus events to promote industry relationships.
• Represent The IIE and The IIE's MSA at professional institutions and external committees.

Lecturing

• Lecture up to 100 hours or 2 modules per semester (including supervision). If engaged in formal research, lecture 1 module per semester.

Research & Scholarship

• Promote a culture of scholarship within their discipline and campus. Contribute to The IIE’s MSA research output targets.

Competencies Required :

• Leadership and management skills
• Advanced communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Proven computer literacy
• Ability to operate under pressure
• Experience in change management interventions
• Data analysis and interpretation skills
• Attention to detail and quality focus
• Advanced teaching and learning expertise (Teaching Portfolio required)

Minimum Qualification Requirements :

• Masters or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science (NQF Level 9)
• Specialist in Programming (advantageous)

Minimum Experience Requirements :

• 3-5 years teaching and learning experience
• At least 2 years management experience
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting higher education and private colleges

Working Hours :

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 - 17:00

Salary :

• Competitive, commensurate with experience

Application Response :

• Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely match the requirements will be contacted for interviews. Due to high volume, personal contact may not be feasible.

Technical Support :

• For technical difficulties, use this URL:

The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are Equal Opportunity Employers. Preference may be given to underrepresented groups in line with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or hold the vacancy at any time, without prior notice.

46,000 Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic and experienced academic leader to take on the role of Head of Computer Science at a respected private higher education institution in Pietermaritzburg.

As part of a nationally recognised educational brand, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the leadership, academic quality, and operational excellence of the School of Computer Science at campus level.

Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership & Management

• Provide strategic and academic leadership for all Computer Science programmes on campus.
• Oversee teaching and learning strategies, academic results analysis, and interventions for at-risk students.
• Manage lecturer performance and development, in collaboration with the Teaching and Learning Specialist.
• Support programme development, material creation, and assessments as part of a central academic team.
• Ensure regulatory and institutional academic compliance.

• Collaborate closely with the campus and national academic teams to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement of the Computer Science curriculum.
• Contribute to campus marketing and student recruitment through subject matter expertise.
• Lead the appointment and performance management of academic staff in the School.

• Establish and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders to support student placements, internships, bursaries, and academic relevance.
• Represent the institution on external committees and professional boards.
• Organise and participate in events that foster industry-academic collaboration.

• Lecture up to 100 hours or two modules per semester, including possible Honours supervision.
• Promote research output and scholarly activity within the School and broader academic community.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science .
• Specialisation in Programming is advantageous.

• At least 3–5 years of teaching experience , preferably in a higher education environment.
• Minimum 2 years of academic or team management experience .
• Familiarity with the regulatory landscape in South African higher education.

• Proven academic leadership and people management skills.
• Advanced teaching and learning capabilities.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving academic environment.

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage the interface with the Head of School.
• Plan resource allocation for the academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Review academic results of all students within the School on campus and implement an appropriate teaching and learning strategy for "At risk" students and "At risk" modules.
• Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Report on the academic performance of the School on the campus to Head: Academic, Campus Head and Head of School, and any other relevant national staff member.
• Drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives within the School on campus.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Support development of academic material and assessments on programmes within the School by acting as developer, module leader, moderator or head of programme for the Central Academic Team (CAT).
• Performance management and development of permanent academic staff within the School on campus.
• Manage lecturer development in consultation with the Teaching and Learning specialist.
• Ensure representation of the school on the Programme Co-ordination Committee (PCC) calls.
• Discipline Module Support role.
• Support the Teaching & Learning Specialist in the management of the peer review process and the internal moderation model.
• Provide specialist support to the campus senior management team for all programmes within the School.
• Provide specialist support to the campus operations team responsible for the operation of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and appointment of the academic team of the School within the campus.
• Provide support to the campus marketing team with specialised knowledge of the programmes with the School.
• Manage the Development Task.
• Manage plagiarism offences and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage and oversee the school's role in National/campus initiatives, such as Summer School, Saturday School, Speed Week, RESTART, 6 Week Student Engagement Programme, Numeracy Tutorial Sessions, Elevate.
• Involvement in, and management of, academic support and administrative duties during the campus registration period.
• Supervision of students on Honours programmes (where applicable).
• Manage the student tracking process.
• Conduct Student consultations.
  
  

• Develop and maintain relationships with professional industry to support placement of students, bursaries and sponsorships and access to professional expertise.
• Facilitation of and involvement in professional and scholarly activities e.g. Conference Papers and Higher Degree Studies.
• Organise campus events for the School to promote professional industry relationships.
• Represent The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) and The IIE's MSA at professional institutions, on external partner faculty boards and other relevant committees.
  
  

• Lecture up to 100 hours OR 2 modules per semester (including supervision). If engaged in approved formal research activity then you will be required to lecture 1 module per semester.
  
  

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE’s MSA achieving its annual research output targets.
  
  

• Leadership and management skills
• Professional/advanced communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Proven computer literacy competence
• Tolerance for operating in a pressurised environment and industry
• Tangible evidence of participation in the planning and/or implementation of change management interventions
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Attention to detail and focus on quality
• Advanced teaching and learning expertise evidenced by a Teaching Portfolio
  
  

• Masters or equivalent in relevant School (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous
  
  

• Minimum of 3-5 years Teaching and Learning experience (preferably in teaching environment).
• Minimum of 2 years management experience
• Must have an understanding of the current regulatory framework and its impact on higher education and private colleges.
  
  

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 -17:00
  
  

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  
  

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.
  
  

• Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance :

Direct Reporting Line:
Head: Academic

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE Varsity College, Pietermaritzburg Campus has a vacancy for a Head Of Computer Science.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership, Management & Campus Support

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage the interface with the Head of School.
• Plan resource allocation for the academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Review academic results of all students within the School on campus and implement an appropriate teaching and learning strategy for "At risk" students and "At risk" modules.
• Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Report on the academic performance of the School on the campus to Head: Academic, Campus Head and Head of School, and any other relevant national staff member.
• Drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives within the School on campus.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Support development of academic material and assessments on programmes within the School by acting as developer, module leader, moderator or head of programme for the Central Academic Team (CAT).
• Performance management and development of permanent academic staff within the School on campus.
• Manage lecturer development in consultation with the Teaching and Learning specialist.
• Ensure representation of the school on the Programme Co-ordination Committee (PCC) calls.
• Discipline Module Support role.
• Support the Teaching & Learning Specialist in the management of the peer review process and the internal moderation model.
• Provide specialist support to the campus senior management team for all programmes within the School.
• Provide specialist support to the campus operations team responsible for the operation of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and appointment of the academic team of the School within the campus.
• Provide support to the campus marketing team with specialised knowledge of the programmes with the School.
• Manage the Development Task.
• Manage plagiarism offences and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage and oversee the school's role in National/campus initiatives, such as Summer School, Saturday School, Speed Week, RESTART, 6 Week Student Engagement Programme, Numeracy Tutorial Sessions, Elevate.
• Involvement in, and management of, academic support and administrative duties during the campus registration period.
• Supervision of students on Honours programmes (where applicable).
• Manage the student tracking process.
• Conduct Student consultations.

Industry, Professional Management & Building Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with professional industry to support placement of students, bursaries and sponsorships and access to professional expertise.
• Facilitation of and involvement in professional and scholarly activities e.g. Conference Papers and Higher Degree Studies.
• Organise campus events for the School to promote professional industry relationships.
• Represent The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) and The IIE's MSA at professional institutions, on external partner faculty boards and other relevant committees.

Lecturing

• Lecture up to 100 hours OR 2 modules per semester (including supervision). If engaged in approved formal research activity then you will be required to lecture 1 module per semester.

Research & Scholarship

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE’s MSA achieving its annual research output targets.

Competencies Required:

• Leadership and management skills
• Professional/advanced communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Proven computer literacy competence
• Tolerance for operating in a pressurised environment and industry
• Tangible evidence of participation in the planning and/or implementation of change management interventions
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Attention to detail and focus on quality
• Advanced teaching and learning expertise evidenced by a Teaching Portfolio

• Masters or equivalent in relevant School (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous

• Minimum of 3-5 years Teaching and Learning experience (preferably in teaching environment).
• Minimum of 2 years management experience
• Must have an understanding of the current regulatory framework and its impact on higher education and private colleges.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 -17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

Technical Support:

• Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance :

Job Title: Lecturer: Computer Science - JHB

Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg | Deadline: August 29, 2025

Responsibilities:

1. Lecturing: Deliver lectures on programmes (must lecture on an IIE qualification) across various modes of delivery. Mark assessments and provide feedback. May be required to moderate assessment scripts across IIE sites.
2. Lecturer Development and Support: Support lecturer development through peer reviews, workshops, and consultations.
3. Student Development & Support: Lead academic development and support initiatives, track student success, and implement interventions.
4. Research & Scholarship: Promote a culture of scholarship and contribute to the institution's research output targets.

Required Competencies:

Technical Skills:

• Programming & Frameworks: C# (.NET Core, MVC, Blazor), Python, Java, JavaScript (React, Angular, Node.js)
• Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS, Google Cloud
• AI & Machine Learning: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn
• Mobile Development: Kotlin (Android), Swift (iOS), React Native
• Databases: SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Firebase
• Project Management: Familiarity with Agile, Jira, Trello, Asana, MS Project
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proactive work management
• Effective teaching experience and relationship management skills
• Passion for Customer Service
• Experience using technology to enhance learning (advantageous)

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's honours degree in Information Technology or related field. Master's preferred.

Minimum Work Experience:

• At least 3 years' teaching experience in programming or software development (advantageous)
• Industry experience as a software developer, AI/ML engineer, cloud solutions architect, or mobile app developer (highly valued)

46,000 Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic and experienced academic leader to take on the role of Head of Computer Science at a respected private higher education institution in Pietermaritzburg. As part of a nationally recognised educational brand, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the leadership, academic quality, and operational excellence of the School of Computer Science at campus level. Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership & Management

• Provide strategic and academic leadership for all Computer Science programmes on campus.
• Oversee teaching and learning strategies, academic results analysis, and interventions for at-risk students.
• Manage lecturer performance and development, in collaboration with the Teaching and Learning Specialist.
• Support programme development, material creation, and assessments as part of a central academic team.
• Ensure regulatory and institutional academic compliance.

• Collaborate closely with the campus and national academic teams to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement of the Computer Science curriculum.
• Contribute to campus marketing and student recruitment through subject matter expertise.
• Lead the appointment and performance management of academic staff in the School.

• Establish and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders to support student placements, internships, bursaries, and academic relevance.
• Represent the institution on external committees and professional boards.
• Organise and participate in events that foster industry-academic collaboration.

• Lecture up to 100 hours or two modules per semester, including possible Honours supervision.
• Promote research output and scholarly activity within the School and broader academic community.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science .
• Specialisation in Programming is advantageous.

• At least 3–5 years of teaching experience , preferably in a higher education environment.
• Minimum 2 years of academic or team management experience .
• Familiarity with the regulatory landscape in South African higher education.

• Proven academic leadership and people management skills.
• Advanced teaching and learning capabilities.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving academic environment.

Direct Reporting Line:
Head: Academic

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE Varsity College, Pietermaritzburg Campus has a vacancy for a Head Of Computer Science.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership, Management & Campus Support

• Overall leadership and management of the School on campus.
• Manage the interface with the Head of School.
• Plan resource allocation for the academic operations of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Review academic results of all students within the School on campus and implement an appropriate teaching and learning strategy for "At risk" students and "At risk" modules.
• Manage academic counselling and support to students within the school on campus.
• Report on the academic performance of the School on the campus to Head: Academic, Campus Head and Head of School, and any other relevant national staff member.
• Drive the implementation of relevant teaching and learning initiatives within the School on campus.
• Support the development of new programmes for accreditation.
• Support development of academic material and assessments on programmes within the School by acting as developer, module leader, moderator or head of programme for the Central Academic Team (CAT).
• Performance management and development of permanent academic staff within the School on campus.
• Manage lecturer development in consultation with the Teaching and Learning specialist.
• Ensure representation of the school on the Programme Co-ordination Committee (PCC) calls.
• Discipline Module Support role.
• Support the Teaching & Learning Specialist in the management of the peer review process and the internal moderation model.
• Provide specialist support to the campus senior management team for all programmes within the School.
• Provide specialist support to the campus operations team responsible for the operation of all programmes within the School on campus.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and appointment of the academic team of the School within the campus.
• Provide support to the campus marketing team with specialised knowledge of the programmes with the School.
• Manage the Development Task.
• Manage plagiarism offences and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage and oversee the school's role in National/campus initiatives, such as Summer School, Saturday School, Speed Week, RESTART, 6 Week Student Engagement Programme, Numeracy Tutorial Sessions, Elevate.
• Involvement in, and management of, academic support and administrative duties during the campus registration period.
• Supervision of students on Honours programmes (where applicable).
• Manage the student tracking process.
• Conduct Student consultations.

Industry, Professional Management & Building Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with professional industry to support placement of students, bursaries and sponsorships and access to professional expertise.
• Facilitation of and involvement in professional and scholarly activities e.g. Conference Papers and Higher Degree Studies.
• Organise campus events for the School to promote professional industry relationships.
• Represent The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) and The IIE's MSA at professional institutions, on external partner faculty boards and other relevant committees.

Lecturing

• Lecture up to 100 hours OR 2 modules per semester (including supervision). If engaged in approved formal research activity then you will be required to lecture 1 module per semester.

Research & Scholarship

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE’s MSA achieving its annual research output targets.

Competencies Required:

• Leadership and management skills
• Professional/advanced communication skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Proven computer literacy competence
• Tolerance for operating in a pressurised environment and industry
• Tangible evidence of participation in the planning and/or implementation of change management interventions
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Attention to detail and focus on quality
• Advanced teaching and learning expertise evidenced by a Teaching Portfolio

• Masters or equivalent in relevant School (NQF Level 9) in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• Specialist in Programming is advantageous

• Minimum of 3-5 years Teaching and Learning experience (preferably in teaching environment).
• Minimum of 2 years management experience
• Must have an understanding of the current regulatory framework and its impact on higher education and private colleges.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 -17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

Technical Support:

• Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance :

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Lecturer (nGAP)- Grade L

Department of Computer Science

The Department of the Computer Science invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Description

The Department - Description of the Department

The Department of Computer Science at Rhodes University is seeking to appoint a Lecturer with expertise in a technical field of Computer Science under the Next Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for the dissemination of knowledge (teaching and learning), creation of knowledge (research) and community engagement, recognising that there are differences in the execution of these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, Faculty and/or University level, and contribute to their profession.

The Requirements

• At least a Master’s degree in a technical research field of Computer Science (security, machine learning, or high-performance computing). Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD or who have made significant progress towards completing a PhD in a technical research field (as above) of Computer Science.
• Tutoring, facilitation, or conference presentation experience required. No teaching experience is required, but teaching experience in a technical area of Computer Science, including programming, will be an advantage.
• No research supervision is required.
• Emerging track record of research publication and/or conference presentations
  
  

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications and transcripts which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  

• Short-listing meeting scheduled TBC
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Higher Education

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