Lecturer: School of Commerce

Job description

STADIO higher education is looking for a Lecturer: School of Commerce

Purpose
To facilitate student learning and academic development in the school of commerce by delivering high-quality teaching, conducting assessments, providing academic support, and contributing to curriculum development, research, and academic administration. The Lecturer is responsible for equipping students with relevant commercial knowledge, practical skills, and ethical business principles to prepare them for successful careers in the commerce sector.

Key responsibilities

Lecture subjects in commerce related to accounting:
Teaching and Learning:

• Lecture commerce subjects related to accounting within a blended contact learning environment.
• Deliver engaging and student-centred lectures that promote critical thinking and practical application.
• Design and conduct assessments, including marking and moderation, in accordance with institutional policies and quality standards.
• Uphold academic quality assurance processes to ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students to promote student success, retention, and progression.
• Contribute to curriculum development, review, and transformation to ensure programmes remain relevant, inclusive, and aligned with industry needs.

Research:

• Produce accredited research publications in the field of accounting.
• Demonstrate thought leadership within both the higher education and industry sectors.
• Conduct applied research to enhance teaching, learning, and industry relevance.

Academic citizenship:

• Participate in community engagement initiatives and academic–industry partnerships.
• Strengthen relationships with industry stakeholders and maintain professional networks.
• Contribute to institutional internationalisation initiatives where applicable.
• Collaborate with colleagues through mentorship, staff development, and academic leadership.
• Actively participate in institutional committees and academic initiatives.

Self-development:

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous personal, academic, and professional development.

Skills and competencies

• Strong academic background in accounting.
• Proven experience in lecturing within a blended learning environment.
• Ability to utilise digital teaching tools and learning management systems effectively.
• Ideally, active membership of a recognised professional body, such as SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA/CGMA or ACCA.
• Prior lecturing experience at a university or college level will be advantageous.
• A solid understanding of the South African higher education landscape.
• A strong passion for accounting and finance.

Qualifications and experience

•  A minimum NQF level 8 (Honours) qualification in accounting, financial management or a closely related field. A master’s degree (NQF level 9) is preferred.
• Demonstrated lecturing experience in a blended learning environment, including the use of learning management systems (LMS) and digital platforms such as MS Teams, Google Meet, or Zoom.
• Relevant industry experience in accounting and/or Finance.
•  Ideally, active membership of a recognised professional body, such as SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA/CGMA or ACCA.

Posted on 22 Oct 15:09, Closing date 1 Nov