New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP): Accounting

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.

Job Title: New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP): Accounting

Organisational Unit: University of Mpumalanga - Teaching and Learning - Faculty of Economics, Development and Business Sciences

Job Primary Purpose: To teach Accounting modules, conduct research, participate in community engagement and provide leadership at discipline level.

• Leadership - The provision of some leadership at module level.
• Teaching & Learning - Provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching.
• Research - Some evidence of research activities.
• Engagement - Some evidence of engagement activities.

• Applicants must have at least an MCom Accounting degree in Financial Accounting or related fields.
• Registration with a professional body such as SAICA, CIMA, SAIPA, or IIA is an added advantage.
• Be a South African Citizen.
• Prospective candidates should have achieved an average of 70% or above in the preceding degree, which should be a minimum of a Master's degree.
• Be 40 years or younger.
• Be prepared and able to undertake and complete postgraduate studies at the doctoral level.

• Leadership - Good interpersonal skills including communication skills.
• Teaching & Learning - An appreciation of modern theories of teaching and learning in Higher Education and some skills as a tutor or mentor.
• Research - Some research skills.
• Engagement - An understanding of the role of Universities in Engagement.

• People oriented, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.
• Respectful, honest, punctual and understand protocol.
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.
• Good interpersonal skills including communication skills.

Advert Closing Date: 22/3/2026

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.