UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES - FORCED MIGRATION STUDY PROGRAMME
The FMSP is an interdisciplinary research and graduate teaching unit,
dedicated to exploring migration, displacement, and international
humanitarianism. Launched in 1998 in response to the growing significance of
migration and immigration issues in Southern Africa, the FMSP has fast
established itself as one of the premier programmes for migration research and
advocacy in Southern Africa and is one of the only programmes on the continent
offering graduate degrees in forced migration studies.
Director
The director will hold primary responsibility for the programme’s academic
development and administrative management. Working together with FMSP staff
and affiliates, this will include overseeing the teaching programme, student
admissions, local and regional networking, building ties with complementary
academic programmes, budgeting and fundraising. The director will also
be expected to contribute directly to the teaching programme, support and
monitor the FMSP’s rural and urban research initiatives, and spearhead the
programme’s institutional development.
The qualified candidate will have a strong publishing record on themes related
to migration or international humanitarianism. Proven fundraising ability,
management experience and experience in sub-Saharan Africa will be advantages.
Candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds are particularly
encouraged to apply.
The advertised position will initially be on a two-year contract basis at the
senior lecturer or associate professor level, with the possibility of
permanent appointment at the end of the initial contract period. A PhD is a
minimum requirement and associate professor candidates will be expected to
have a substantial publication record and significant experience.
Research Officer
The research officer will work together with the programme director and
existing staff to expand the programme’s research and advocacy profile. The
successful candidate will have considerable latitude in defining a research
agenda, but preference will be given to those dedicated to developing
projects related to migration and health and/or HIV/AIDS. The research officer
will also be expected to take on modest teaching and supervision
responsibilities and to integrate post-graduate students into new research
initiatives.
The advertised position will initially be on an 18 month contract basis with
the possibility of extension. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated a
strong potential to publish in international academic journals and raise
research funds. A strong Masters degree in a related field is a prerequisite
for consideration while experience working in sub-Saharan Africa will be an
advantage. Candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds are
particularly encouraged to apply.
The FMSP hopes to fill these positions by 1 July 2005.
Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications and experience. The package includes
a Bonus, Provident Fund and Medical Aid, subject to the University regulations.
To apply for either of the advertised positions: Submit a covering letter,
detailed CV with names, addresses & contact numbers of 3 referees (including e-
mail addresses) and certified copies of degrees/diplomas and identity document
to: Mrs Pumla Ngcobo, Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Humanities,
University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, Gauteng, South
Africa.
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For further information on the programme, please refer to :
http://migration.wits.ac.za
Closing Date: 14 March 2005 (REF:M/G600)
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