Lecturer: Financial Management, Supply Chain x1
Lecturer (nGAP) in Public/Municipal Financial Management, Supply Chain Management & Logistics
- Job ID: 6368
- Institution: University of the Free State
- Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences
- Department: Public Administration and Management
- Programme: New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) – Funded by the Department of Higher
- Education and Training
- Location: Qwaqwa Campus, Free State
- Contract Type: Permanent (subject to nGAP terms and conditions)
- Occupational Level: Junior Management
- Closing Date: 11 March 2026
- Assumption of Duties: 1 July 2026
- Salary: Available on request
- Age Requirement: Applicants should be under 40 years old
Job Overview
This position forms part of the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP), aimed at developing emerging scholars in South Africa. The successful candidate will be appointed permanently at UFS while also participating in structured academic development under nGAP guidelines.
The role focuses on teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, curriculum development, and academic administration in:
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Public/Municipal Financial Management
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Supply Chain Management
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Logistics
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
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Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate students.
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Deliver modules in public/municipal financial management, supply chain management, and logistics.
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Provide postgraduate study leadership.
Research & Academic Development
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Present research papers at national and/or international conferences.
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Engage in scholarly research aligned with the specialisation fields.
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Contribute to curriculum development within the department and faculty.
Administration
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Perform academic administration related to learning, teaching, research, and assessments.
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Participate in departmental and faculty activities.
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Perform general university-level administrative duties.
Inherent Requirements
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Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in Public Administration and Management, passed with a minimum of 70% (academic record required).
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Registered PhD candidate OR clear intention to register within the first year of appointment, with research focus aligned to:
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Public/Municipal Financial Management
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Supply Chain Management
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Logistics
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Recommendations
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PhD (NQF Level 10) in Public Administration and Management.
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Strong knowledge of the South African public administration and public sector environment.
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Expertise in public/municipal financial management, supply chain management, and logistics.
Required Competencies
Results-Oriented
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Reliable and responsible.
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Adaptable to change and evolving academic environments.
Strategic Thinking
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Able to manage multiple academic responsibilities.
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Strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills.
Business Acumen
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Adheres to policies and university regulations.
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Proficient in MS Office.
Leading
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Able to lead academic initiatives and supervise postgraduate students.
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Encourages collaboration and teamwork.
Building Coalitions
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Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
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Builds professional academic networks.
Required Application Documents
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Detailed CV.
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Copies of qualifications (with SAQA accreditation if foreign).
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Academic transcript (showing 70% for Master’s degree).
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Proof of PhD registration or intention to register.
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Copy of ID or passport.
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Proof of employment (if applicable).
Fringe Benefits
(Subject to conditions)
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Pension scheme
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Medical aid
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Group life insurance
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Housing allowance
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Leave and sick leave
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Service bonus