LTB006 - Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LBT006
The Opportunity
The University of the South Pacific has a vacancy for a Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer of Tourism and Hospitality to be located at the Laucala Campus in Suva, Fiji. Tourism is of major importance in the region and the University seeks to appoint a candidate with proven credentials in tourism and hospitality management, preferably with industry experience, who will provide academic leadership in the teaching and research programmes of the Discipline.
This section describes the context in which the incumbent is expected to operate describing the working relationships with both internal and external contacts. A description of the working environment and expected pressures the incumbent will encounter as well as the types of competencies he/she must have to perform the responsibilities of the position successfully.
The position will involve being proactive in the management, coordination, development, and delivery of our postgraduate programmes, and in the development and delivery of new and existing courses and programmes at the undergraduate level, across the field of tourism management, hospitality, and events.
The discipline has a very good relationship with the tourism and tourism hospitality sectors, and this position will be encouraged to advance relationships with specific areas, notably in relation to the events industry and the cruise ship industries.
The Person we See
For consideration at the Assistant Lecturer level, applicant(s) must have:
- a postgraduate degree (Masters/PhD) in Tourism/Hospitality or a relevant discipline and/or research experience and publication record; or
- In exceptional cases, to meet particular disciplinary requirements in line with international standards, a relevant postgraduate qualification or professional qualification with relevant industry or research experience.
- Other Minimum Qualification Requirements may be stipulated according to particular disciplinary requirements, following international standards; and
- Experience teaching at the tertiary level; the ability to coordinate and provide supervision for postgraduate students; contribute to the teaching of a range of tourism and hospitality courses; and experience in programme development and new course design;
- Knowledge of tourism and hospitality in the South Pacific;
- Experience in writing and teaching courses in distance and flexible learning;
- Experience in teaching and developing post-graduate courses in tourism and hospitality; and
- Industry / private sector experience.
For consideration at the Lecturer level, applicant(s) must have:
- a PhD in Tourism or Hospitality, or relevant discipline with relevant tertiary teaching experience and/or research experience and publication record; or
- In exceptional cases, a Master’s degree or professional qualification with relevant teaching experience or relevant industry/professional experience or a significant research profile.
- Other Minimum Qualification Requirements may be stipulated according to particular disciplinary requirements, following international standards; and
- Experience teaching at the tertiary level; the ability to coordinate and provide supervision for postgraduate students; and to contribute to the teaching of a range of tourism and hospitality courses; and experience in programme development and new course design;
- Knowledge of tourism and hospitality in the South Pacific;
- Experience in writing and teaching courses in distance and flexible learning;
- Experience in teaching and developing post-graduate courses in tourism and hospitality; and
- Industry / private sector experience.
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in teaching courses for flexible delivery and industry experience for both level of position.
Enquiries and further information: Professor Gurmeet Singh, Head of School, School of Business & Management. Email: gurmeet.singh@usp.ac.fj Phone: +679 323 1386
The position is available for a term of five years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- Assistant Lecturer: FJ $61,538.15 to FJ $73,845.77 per annum
- Lecturer: FJ $78,200.18 to FJ $102,893.50 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 22 December 2024
How to Apply
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The advertisement criteria are 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.
