Senior Lecturer - Department of Auditing (Forensic Accounting/ Fraud Risk Management)

FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF AUDITING – FORENSIC ACCOUNTING/FRAUD RISK MANAGEMENT

POST TITLE: SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lecturing Forensic Investigation and Forensic Accounting at postgraduate level;
• Academic administration and management;
• Supervising of postgraduate students and providing guidance to students on research-related matters;
• Scientific research and publications in accredited academic journals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s degree in the broader Auditing field and/or Forensic investigation/ Forensic Accounting and registered as a CA(SA), ACCA, CIA, CIMA, CFA or any other related/appropriate professional body such as the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners or the Institute for Commercial Forensic Practitioners, OR
• A relevant doctorate degree in the broader Auditing field or in Forensic investigation/ Forensic Accounting related field;
• Lecturing experience; and
• Experience in research and/or involvement in research activities.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Appropriate language and communication skills;
• Computer literacy;
• Ability to effectively function in a group;
• Relevant knowledge of appropriate research methodologies;
• Skills and knowledge of acting as a study leader on Master’s level;
• Ability to effectively manage and evaluate all the research activities of students.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience in blended learning practices;
• Lecturing experience at postgraduate level;
• Experience in the guidance of postgraduate students’ research;
• Experience in the analysis of financial statements and accounting records in order to detect financial crimes;
• Practical experience in the prevention, detection and investigation of financial crimes;
• Practical experience of data analytics in the fraud risk context/environment;
• Involvement in professional activities where applicable;
• Publications in accredited academic journals;
• The potential to develop into a scholar in the discipline;
• Candidates that are not yet in possession of a doctoral degree should demonstrate the potential and willingness to obtain a doctoral qualification within a reasonable period after the date of appointment.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za

In applying for this post, you must attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Self-evaluation (Teaching and Research).

PLEASE NOTE: As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be required to prepare and present a 15-minute simulated lecture to the committee.

By applying, candidates agree to the appointment process as set out in the relevant UP policy document.

CLOSING DATE: 31 December 2024

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Mary-Jane Ndlovu, Tel: (012) 420 4977

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2025 please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.