Lecturer: Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) – (2143)

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is seeking a dedicated Lecturer for its Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) within the School of Nursing. This is a full-time, permanent position located at the Bellville Medical Campus in the Western Cape.

The ECP is designed to enhance success and graduation rates for students from disadvantaged educational backgrounds who meet minimum entry requirements but not the standard admission criteria for the four-year Bachelor of Nursing programme. As a Lecturer, you will be responsible for coordinating all academic activities within this crucial programme.

About the Role: Key Responsibilities

As the Lecturer for the Extended Curriculum Programme, your core responsibilities will include:

• Facilitating both theoretical and clinical learning activities for undergraduate students enrolled in the Nursing ECP.
• Conducting and actively participating in research programmes within the Faculty of Community and Health Sciences.
• Providing supervision to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Offering academic leadership and managing administrative tasks specific to the Nursing ECP.
• Collaborating effectively with the Bachelor of Nursing programme team to ensure seamless alignment and integration of the ECP.
• Undertaking curriculum review and development initiatives for the Nursing ECP.
• Participating in community engagement and outreach activities within the Department.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this vital role, you must meet the following criteria:

• A Master’s degree in Nursing or a related Health discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in ECP teaching and/or clinical supervision.
• Evidence of engagement with research activities.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse/Midwife/Community Health Nurse/Psychiatric Nurse.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nurse Educator.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Assessor and Moderator.

Added Advantages

Candidates with the following qualifications or experience will have a distinct advantage:

• A highly-motivated individual who is currently progressing towards or already registered for a PhD in Nursing.
• Previous experience in clinical supervision.
• An additional qualification in a clinical speciality and/or Health Services Management.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about education and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply! Please ensure your application includes a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact details for three referees, a cover letter motivating your suitability for the position, and copies of your highest qualification. Attach these documents to your online profile.

To apply, please click on the “Apply for this Job” link on the job posting page or visit the UWC Careers portal directly.

For any recruitment-related queries, you may contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or via email at [email protected].

Important Disclaimer

By applying for this position, you consent to the University of the Western Cape sharing your application, including your CV, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with UWC’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who align with the University’s Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment, to appoint at a different level, to seek additional candidates, and may conduct competency assessments.