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Vega School is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

Could you be passionate about helping to shape the minds and professional direction of future designers? If so, then part-time lecturing could be for you!  Supplement your income, give back to the professional community and join our team of creative solution seekers!

The IIE’s Vega School Durban campus is seeking a part time Lecturer for the 2024 academic year.

Job Purpose:

Lecturer and academic delivery to ensure students are guided and supported in their learning to achieve module outcomes.

Qualification Requirements:

Ideal:

• Master of Arts or Master of Technology in the following Design fields:

Graphic Design
Visual Communication Design
Information Design
Industrial Design
Product Design
Multimedia/Digital Design

• Master of Arts in Digital Arts
• Master of Arts in Fashion Design/Interior Design/Architecture/Game design / Interaction Design  

Alternatively:

• Masters in Higher Education with Design as undergraduate or honours level and suitable experience as designer in industry.
• Masters in Brand Leadership with an Honours and Undergraduate qualifications in Design plus suitable experience as a designer in industry.
• Doctorates with Previous Design Qualifications and suitable experience as designer in industry  

Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 3 to 5years years industry experience in any of of the following:

Design Lead, Design Manager, Own Design Enterprise, Creative Director, Project Lead, Senior Designer or Creative Director

Ideal:

• Two years teaching design theory, professional practices or discourse in a design field at Masters, Honours level or third year level 

Key Performance Areas:

• Preparation and lecturing as per the Module Guide
• Teaching curriculum outcomes as per contract hours and stipulated per pre agreed timetable
• Briefing students for assignments and providing feedback in a timeous manner
• Presenting class marks and feedback to the Module Discipline Leader and discuss appropriate interventions for improved student success
• Actively engaging with current trends in teaching and learning strategies within The IIE’ Vega School environment.
• The successful candidate will receive training and support to ensure the successful academic delivery of the module.

Working Conditions:

• Please note that this is an Independent Contractor position
• Positions are part-time, with lectures taking place between 08:00 and 17:30
• If you don't receive any feedback from the campus within 3 weeks after advert has closed, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

The IIE's Vega School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference will be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act.