Title of PositionProfessor/Associate Professor: Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) - with a 5-year term as DirectorPost Number8020002 (ITS: A675)Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS)Type of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationMain Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing DateRole Clarification & Key Performance AreasThe University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching, research and community engagement, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the Faculty.The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that educates students across academic units including Accounting, Economics, Industrial Psychology (Human Resources Management), Information Systems, Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), Institute for Social Development, Political Studies, Management and Entrepreneurship, Finance, School of Government and the Academic Literacies Programme.The Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the University of the Western Cape is an internationally recognised centre of research excellence. PLAAS conducts research, provides training and supervision, and pursues policy and community engagement, to advance just, equitable and sustainable access to land, fisheries and other natural resources. PLAAS offers training at postgraduate level only, through a Post-Graduate Diploma, Masters and PhD, as well as short courses. PLAAS currently has 18 staff. All posts except three Professors are supported by donor-funded projects.We seek a Professor / Associate Professor to join our team. This permanent post is an established Professorial position within the EMS Faculty. The position of Professor offers a unique opportunity for an established academic with a high profile, to dedicate their energy and expertise to drive the core activities of PLAAS, a large part of which relates to the development of research, and to contribute to the success and sustainability of the Institute. Preferred candidates will have specialist knowledge in social ecology, and work in the fields of climate change and/or food systems, and bring with them existing international networks and research partnerships.This permanent position is an established Professorial position within the School of Government and affords the successful candidate the opportunity of the Directorship of the School for a 5-year term.The position of Director offers a unique opportunity for an established academic with a high profile, someone who is energetic and motivated to drive the development of the school as a centre of academic and professional excellence.Key performance areas - Professor/Associate Professor:
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