LLL008: Assistant Lecturer / Lecturer in Broadcast and Online Journalism
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LLL008
The Opportunity
The University of the South Pacific is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region. Established in 1968, it is committed to international standards of research and teaching excellence, with an emphasis on key regional issues. USP is jointly owned by 12 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Courses are offered face-to-face at our main campuses, as well as by online and blended modes, in order to cater for students spread across 33 million square kilometres of ocean, on both sides of the international dateline. This location at the heart of the world’s most linguistically diverse region makes USP a fascinating institution in which to work.
The School
The successful candidate will be based in the School of Pacific Arts, Communication and Education (SPACE) which houses the disciplines of Literature, Academic English, Pacific Studies, Linguistics, Education and Journalism. SPACE also offers programmes in the vernacular languages of the Pacific and is host to the Confucius Institute and the Oceania Centre for Arts, Culture and Pacific Studies. SPACE encourages collegiality and is invested in the cultivation of a dynamic scholarly community. It is one of the more research-focused schools in the university, a trend SPACE invites the successful applicant to continue.
The successful applicant will be an active member of the school’s vibrant research culture, and will contribute to teaching, course development and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The applicant will teach four courses: JN201 Online Journalism; JN202 Radio Journalism; JN203 Television Journalism and JN302 Journalism Research. The successful applicant will also undertake management and administrative duties commensurate with the role.
The position will be based at Laucala Campus.
The position description can be downloaded by clicking on the link: https://www.bfound.net/Company/2090-20252418062447.pdf
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
For the appointment at Assistant Lecturer Level;
- A postgraduate degree (Masters / PhD) in a relevant discipline; or
- An established record of successful teaching and course development at tertiary and or secondary level
For the appointment at Lecturer Level;
- A PhD in the relevant field with relevant tertiary teaching and/or research experience; or
- In exceptional cases, a Master’s degree or professional qualification with relevant teaching experience or relevant industry/professional experience or a significant research;
- Formal tertiary teaching qualification; or
- Minimum 24 months teaching experience in the relevant field;
- Minimum five years professional experience as a journalist in radio, television, and online platforms, with demonstrated proficiency in contemporary and digital technologies;
- Experience in teaching and practicing journalism in the Pacific will be an added advantage.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Ability to work collaboratively with others;
- Ability to conduct team / shared tasks.
Enquiries and further information: Dr Seu’ula Johansson-Fua – Acting Head of School, School of Pacific Arts, Communication and Education (SPACE) Email: seuula.johanssonfua@usp.ac.fj T: (+676) 40706
The position is available for a term of 5 years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- Assistant Lecturer: FJD71,212 to FJD85,454 per annum
- Lecturer: FJD90,493 to FJD119,068 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 18 January 2025.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
