The School of Languages and Literatures invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Requirements

Lecturer

• A Master’s degree in Afrikaans or Afrikaans and Dutch (Nederlands), specialising in Literature, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Language Practice or a closely related discipline is required. Candidates who provide evidence of their PhD thesis being under examination will be given preference.  

• Some teaching and/or tutoring experience is required
• The ability to teach Afrikaans or Afrikaans and Dutch literature, linguistics and/or professional communication. Experience in teaching or tutoring Afrikaans and/or Dutch would be advantageous.

• Research supervision experience would be an advantage.
• Some evidence and experience in conducting research. Evidence of accredited published outputs would be an advantage.
• Some evidence of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Senior Lecturer

• A PhD in Afrikaans or Afrikaans and Dutch (Nederlands), specialising in Literature, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Language Practice or a closely related discipline is required.
• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required.
• Teaching experience in Afrikaans, or Afrikaans and Dutch literature, linguistics, and/or professional communication is required. Experience in teaching Afrikaans and/or Dutch would be advantageous.

• Research supervision experience, demonstrated by the completion of at least a Master's degree, is required.
• Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible publication record in peer-reviewed publications.
• A track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process

• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum:

Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                          R   667,972.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):             R   872,722.00

Senior Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                          R   826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):             R1,069,564.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 08 September 2026

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.