The Programme Coordinator and Lecturer plays a critical academic leadership role within the Faculty of Humanities combining programme coordination curriculum oversight and high-quality teaching.

The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating and delivering the Diploma in Criminal Justice and Higher Certificate in Criminal Justice programmes ensuring compliance with CHE and DHET requirements maintaining academic standards and supporting student success in both contact and distance learning environments.

This role requires a strong subject-matter expert who can integrate academic leadership with operational effectiveness and student engagement.

Main Purpose of the Job

To coordinate and deliver academically rigorous industry-aligned Criminal Justice programmes while ensuring regulatory compliance effective programme administration and strong student support.

The role contributes to institutional excellence through curriculum development academic governance participation and continuous programme improvement.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)

1. Programme Coordination
   

2. Teaching Learning & Content Development
   

3. Regulatory Compliance
   

4. Academic Administration
   

5. Research & Professional Development
   

6. Academic Governance & Leadership
   

7. Student Engagement & Support
   

8. Sessional Lecturer / IC Management
   

9. Examination & Assessment Management
   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Programme Coordination

• Oversee the coordination and delivery of assigned programmes.
  

• Lead curriculum development and periodic programme reviews.
  

• Ensure alignment with HEQF CHE and DHET requirements.
  

• Monitor programme performance and implement continuous improvements.
  

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to maintain academic relevance.
  

2. Teaching Learning & Content Development

• Deliver engaging lectures and learning materials across contact and distance platforms.
  

• Develop and update curriculum content aligned to industry standards.
  

• Design assessments aligned to learning outcomes.
  

• Provide structured academic support and mentorship to students.
  

3. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure programme compliance with accreditation and regulatory frameworks.
  

• Support reporting documentation and quality assurance processes.
  

• Contribute to audit readiness and accreditation reviews.
  

4. Academic Administration

• Maintain accurate academic records and assessment documentation.
  

• Support registration and graduation verification processes.
  

• Coordinate programme logistics and academic reporting.
  

5. Research & Professional Development

• Contribute to academic research and scholarship within the discipline.
  

• Integrate research into teaching and curriculum development.
  

• Participate in ongoing professional development.
  

6. Academic Governance & Leadership

• Participate in faculty committees and governance structures.
  

• Contribute to strategic faculty planning and academic quality initiatives.
  

• Support academic innovation and continuous improvement.
  

7. Student Engagement & Support

• Provide academic consultations and structured student support.
  

• Identify and support at-risk students.
  

• Promote student engagement and academic success.
  

8. Sessional Lecturer / IC Management

• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of sessional lecturers.
  

• Monitor performance and ensure academic quality standards are maintained.
  

• Provide guidance and oversight to ensure curriculum alignment.
  

9. Examination & Assessment Management

• Coordinate assessments and examinations in line with academic calendar.
  

• Ensure assessment integrity and moderation processes.
  

• Compile assessment reports and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Criminal Justice Criminology or related field (required).
  

• PhD in a relevant field (advantageous).
  

Experience

• 13 years lecturing experience in higher education.
  

• Experience in Criminal Justice or Criminology programmes.
  

• Experience in distance learning environments advantageous.
  

• Exposure to curriculum development and regulatory compliance processes.
  

Skills and Competencies

• Strong academic leadership and programme coordination ability.
  

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  

• Proficiency in digital teaching and learning platforms.
  

• Strong organisational and administrative capability.
  

• Ability to mentor students and manage multiple academic responsibilities.