12 Higher Education jobs in South Africa

Eduvos is looking to employ the services of a Higher Education Consultant at our Pretoria campus.

Meaning of Eduvos: The word Eduvos comes from the concept of your education.

The "Edu" part of Eduvos talks about education and taking custodianship and responsibility.

The "Vos" part of Eduvos talks about you, yourself, and your best self.

The combination of Edu and Vos talks about taking responsibility for your education and making the best choice for yourself.

Your education is your future.

Scope and scale: Eduvos is one of South Africa's largest independent private higher education institutions with 12 campuses across the country and many international students.

Eduvos offers 27 degrees in humanities, arts, business, science, and law.

We offer Bachelors Degrees, Honours Degrees, Higher Certificates, and Pre-degree programmes that enable access to education.

Eduvos educational philosophy: Our educators believe in building skills for the future and enabling students to take up careers in a volatile, uncertain, chaotic, and ambiguous world.

Our education is designed to create a deep understanding of an area, support skills development through practical application, and challenge thinking to allow for adaptation to new possibilities.

Type of position: Permanent

Location: Pretoria

Description: We are looking to recruit a Higher Education Consultant to convert sales leads into enrollment through educational consulting and providing an exceptional customer experience.

The role will report to the Sales Manager.

Working conditions: Mostly office-based on a campus. Must be able to travel locally. Valid driver's license and own transport are essential. Able to work some weekends and some evenings.

Minimum Requirements: The candidate should possess experience in sales or educational consulting, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education.

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 05/22/2025

Are you passionate about teaching and shaping future professionals? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Higher Education Lecturer to join our academic team and deliver engaging, industry-relevant content.

The role's purpose is to facilitate learning by sharing knowledge, industry experience, and a passion for the hospitality industry with students. It also supports students in completing their qualifications successfully and developing graduate attributes to be gainfully employed and to contribute to the industry and economy.

We offer a dynamic and supportive environment for our staff, fostering growth and collaboration. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our faculty as a Lecturer at our IHS West Rand campus.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of a Master (NQF 9 or equivalent achieved in the field of Hospitality)
• A minimum of 5 years of recent hospitality industry experience
• A minimum of 2 years lecturing/facilitation experience
• Proficient in MS Office
• Experience in navigating learning supported by a Learner Management System
• Proof of student success through implementing effective student-centered facilitation and support
• Experience in curriculum enhancement and assessment development practices
• Experience in supporting student learning and achieving success through applying a variety of interventions relating to real-world application
• Sound knowledge base of hospitality and the higher education context
• Strong administrative skills and ability to perform under pressure
• Good communication and observation skills
• Acknowledge diversity and inclusivity

Qualities:

• Identify with the institution's values
• Care for the success and wellness of teams and students
• Display a professional orientation and conduct
• Foster collaboration among teams and students
• Ability to be flexible, and adapt to different situations
• Perform well within a team and independently

Eduvos is looking to employ the services of a Higher Education Consultant at our Tygervalley campus.

Meaning of Eduvos

The word Eduvos comes from the concept of your education. The “Edu” part of Eduvos talks about education and taking custodianship and responsibility. The “Vos” part of Eduvos talks about you, yourself, and your best self. The combination of Edu and Vos talks about taking responsibility for your education and making the best choice for yourself. Your education is your future.

Scope and scale

Eduvos is one of South Africa’s largest independent private higher education institutions with 12 campuses across the country and many international students. Eduvos offers 27 degrees in humanities, arts, business, science, and law. We offer Bachelors Degrees, Honours Degrees, Higher Certificates, and Pre-degree programmes that enable access to education.

Eduvos educational philosophy

Our educators believe in building skills for the future and enabling students to take up careers in a volatile, uncertain, chaotic, and ambiguous world. Our education is designed to create a deep understanding of an area, supporting skills development through practical application, and challenging thinking to allow for adaptation to new possibilities.

Type of position : Permanent

Location : Tygervalley

Description

We are looking to recruit a Higher Education Consultant to convert sales leads to enrollment through educational consulting and providing an exceptional customer experience. The role will report to the Sales Manager.

Working Conditions

• Mostly office based on a campus
• Must be able to travel locally
• Valid driver’s license and own transport is essential
• Able to work some weekends and some evenings

Red & Yellow Creative School of Business is South Africa’s leading authority in marketing, communication and design education. We have the mission to unlock creative thinking, to build brilliant careers and organizations using Commercial Logic and Creative Magic. Our mandate, as educators, is to prepare students for career success in the future, not the past. This single-minded purpose is why we exist, and what continues to drive and inspire us 30+ years later.

We are looking for THREE (3) talented Teaching Assistants who are fun, dynamic and passionate about all things education and that enjoy working with people – students, lecturers and staff to join various teams across our fast growing company.

Job Summary:

We have THREE (3) different Teaching Assistant opportunities and this is a part time role and could provide you an excellent opportunity to support our lecturers and enhance the learning journeys of talented Red & Yellow students on the BCOM Marketing programme for the following modules:

1 x Teaching Assistant Accounting Module, with specific focus on STATISTICS .

1 x Teaching Assistant for Marketing

1 x Teaching Assistant for Economics

You will be required to spend certain scheduled times at our campus in Cape Town. You will be required to work closely with the Managers of the School and the lecturing team to maintain, develop and grow Red & Yellow's respected programme offering.

This position will require a commitment from the successful candidate of about approximately 20 hours per week - exact times will be confirmed at interview stage.

This is a Cape Town Position. Applicants must be living in Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

This position will require, but is not limited , to the following activities:

• Assisting the module lecturer with facilitating contact and distance delivery of module material;
• Guided lecturing and conducting tutorials in accordance with the requirements of the programme outcomes and in accordance with the accredited programme outlines;
• The tutoring of 2/3 of modules per semester (depending on class size);
• Lesson planning, tutorial content and marking tutorials, activities and formative assessments;
• Provide student support for contact and distance learning;
• Participate in the monitoring & evaluation of the academic programme, including attendance and maintenance of student records;
• Conduct marking and participate in the moderation processes;
• Attend regular meetings with respective lecturer, faculty meetings and general staff meetings;
• Ensure both hard and electronic filing of all required documentation, including tracking and reporting on at-risk students;
• Adhere to centralised policies and procedures that ensure outstanding quality and unquestionable integrity of all academic programmes that are offered;
• Attend relevant marketing activities for the school (i.e. Open days etc.)

Qualifications and Experience:

• A BCom degree and currently enrolled or completed Honours/ PG Dip degree in: Accounting / Statistics
• Experience in facilitating student learning, engagement and activities via respective LMS platform would be advantageous.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and to providing the highest quality experience for students
• Tech savvy
• Ability to achieve deadlines
• Experience in conducting research, conducting evaluations and handling confidential documents with discretion.
• The ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty members, and staff.

Additional Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Organised and detail orientated
• A passion for providing an outstanding student experience
• Excellent administrative and time management skills
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Google Docs, Spreadsheets and Presentation tools

We seek to employ creative people who:

• embody a growth mindset
• are passionate about learning
• are adaptable and resilient
• are Respectful , Curious and Accountable

If you feel that this role excites you, please apply. Due to the volume of applications, if you have not heard from us in 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful, we do encourage you to keep an eye out for any other suitable opportunities.

Red and Yellow is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference in terms of the employment equity act.

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Durban, South Africa | Posted on 10/28/2024

Join Our Academic Team as a Higher Education Lecturer at The International Hotel School, Westville Campus!

Are you passionate about the hospitality industry and eager to inspire the next generation of hospitality professionals? We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Higher Education Lecturer to join The International Hotel School Westville Campus, specialising in Hospitality Management and Professional Cookery and Kitchen Management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging lectures, sharing your passion for the hospitality industry with eager young students, and conducting assessments in accordance with the curriculum. You will play a key role in supporting students' academic and personal development, ensuring a high-quality learning experience, and ultimately playing a role in their career paths and success in life.

1. NQF Level 8 hospitality related qualification essential, Masters preferable
2. Professional Cookery qualification and experience an added advantage
3. A minimum of 5 years relevant, practical industry experience
4. A minimum of 2 years lecturing/teaching experience
5. Proficient in MS Office software
6. Proficient in applying different teaching methodologies and EdTech
7. Understanding Curriculum review and assessment development principles
8. Experience in student “at risk” interventions
9. Demonstrate a history of high student throughput and pass rate
10. Strong administrative skills and attention to detail

Gqeberha, South Africa | Posted on 01/14/2025

The International Hotel School Port Elizabeth Campus is looking for a Higher Education Lecturer to join our academic team.

The purpose of the role is to teach and share your passion for the hospitality industry with eager young students; helping them grow individually, and ultimately playing a role in their career paths and success in life.

Qualification:
- NQF Level 8 hospitality qualification essential
- Registration with ETDP SETA as an Assessor beneficial
- Scoped by CATHSSETA beneficial

Knowledge / Skill:
- Proficient in related computer software and strong admin ability
- Curriculum and assessment knowledge
- Demonstrate a history of student through-put, pass rate and understanding

Experience:
- A Minimum of 5 years relevant, practical industry experience
- A minimum of 2 years lecturing / teaching experience

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Eduvos is seeking a Higher Education Consultant for our online campus, based at any of our 12 national campuses.

The name Eduvos combines "Edu," representing education and responsibility, and "Vos," representing you and your potential. It emphasizes taking responsibility for your education and making the best choices for your future.

As one of South Africa’s largest independent private higher education institutions, Eduvos has 12 campuses nationwide and attracts many international students. We offer 27 degrees across humanities, arts, business, science, and law, including Bachelors, Honours, Higher Certificates, and Pre-degree programs.

Our educators focus on building future skills, practical application, and fostering adaptable thinking to prepare students for a volatile and uncertain world.

Type: Permanent

Location: National

We seek a Higher Education Consultant to convert leads into enrollments through educational consulting and delivering exceptional customer service. The role reports to the Sales Manager.

• Primarily office-based at a campus
• Must be able to travel locally
• Valid driver’s license and own transport required
• Availability to work some weekends and evenings

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education

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• Experience in supervision at Master’s and PhD levels.
• Teaching experience at university level or experience in supporting and developing teaching at this level.
• Involvement in professional entities.
• Emerging national profile in Higher Education Studies or doctoral education. Track record of capacity building of academic staff.
• Track record of sound administration, management and/ or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).
  
  

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications 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 outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  

• 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.
  
  

Senior Lecturer

Centre for Higher Education, Research, Training and Learning (CHERTL)

The Centre for Higher Education, Research, Training and Learning (CHERTL)invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

The main objective of this job is to coordinate the CHERTL doctoral and master’s programmes and support academics in their roles as educators at the tertiary level. This support and development will be provided by i) teaching on formal courses intended to enhance teaching and learning (not only at Rhodes University but also across the entire higher education sector ii) providing consultancy on issues relating to teaching and learning and iii) supporting academics as they meet requirements related to the assurance and enhancement of quality (for example, by helping to interpret student feedback).

In addition, the incumbent will be expected to contribute to developing the field of Higher Education Studies through their research and by providing supervision at doctoral (if appropriate) and master’s level. CHERTL academic staff are required to contribute to the academic project in the Faculty of Education, particularly regarding master's and doctoral education.

Appointment at Senior Lecturer would require the incumbent to i) contribute to the leadership of the Centre for Higher Education Research, Teaching and Learning; take responsibility for the coordination of the CHERTL doctoral and master’s programmes ii) contribute to formal CHERTL programmes in Higher Education Studies iii) advise on and contribute to teaching and learning policy development at an institutional level, iv) be able to comment on (and thus provide shape to) national level policy and initiatives and v) participate in national level initiatives related to doctoral and postgraduate education more broadly.

The Requirements

A PhD in Higher Education Studies or a cognate field with:

• Experience in supervision at Master’s and PhD levels.
• Teaching experience at university level or experience in supporting and developing teaching at this level.
• Involvement in professional entities.
• Emerging national profile in Higher Education Studies or doctoral education. Track record of capacity building of academic staff.
• Track record of sound administration, management and/ or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read thejob profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications 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 outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact .

Selection Process:

• 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.

Remuneration per annum:

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R783,240.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,013,469.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years . The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 22 August 2025


This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion


Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.