Lecturer: Media & Communication (Fixed-Term Contract ending 31 December 2026)

Job Title: Faculty

Informatics & Design

Department: Cape Peninsula University of Technology - Informatics & Design - Media Studies

Campus/Location: District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type: Contract

Number of Positions: 1

Annual Salary Package: To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date: 31/5/2026

To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic and research objectives which include: teaching according to a set syllabus; undertaking research and innovation; contributing to curriculum development and design; engaging in work integral learning and developing service learning activities.

• A Master's Degree in Communication Studies or closest related qualification relevant to the teaching of Communication Management/Communication Science (The undergraduate underpinning qualifications must be within the field).
• Two years of lecturing experience in higher education.
• Experience in working in strategic/corporate communication management will be an added advantage.

• Lecturing subjects within the Media & Communication field
• Participate in curriculum development, courseware development and assessment
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the quality assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research: managing undergraduate research projects
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into the curriculum
• Promotion of Community Participation and Linkages
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on cooperative education, new techniques/technologies, and research projects
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings, committees, programme design and all academic activities
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities; contribute to the planning for "Open Day", attend Open Day and provide information on Faculty courses
• Personal/professional development
• Safety/management: ensures compliance with safety rules
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative skills
• Technical/professional knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong learner focus
• Coaching skills
• High level presentation skills
• Knowledge about latest developments in the study of Communication Science and Media Studies
• Knowledge and experience in editorial management and design
• Ability to work on software such as InDesign and Publisher
• Excellent reading, writing and speaking skills
• Establish networks with practitioners, communities and industry bodies
• Good ability and willingness to contribute in a team
• Good time management adaptability
• Ability to manage projects independently.

Closing Date: 31 May 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.