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Lerotholi Polytechnic
Post Title: Lecturer – Geomatics Engineering
School/Department: School of the Built Environment (SOBE)
Reports To: Head of Programme – Water and Environmental Engineering
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Head of Programme – Water and Environmental Engineering, the Lecturer is responsible for teaching and monitoring students on campus and during industrial attachment. The successful candidate will conduct curriculum reviews, undertake internal moderation of examinations, and assist in the overall development of the programme.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Teaching Geomatics-related courses under Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, as well as other departments and programmes where necessary.
- Preparing lessons and training materials, delivering lectures, and conducting practical sessions for 20–24 hours per week.
- Assisting the Head of Programme in the development and improvement of the programme.
- Conducting tests and examinations for assessment purposes and maintaining updated academic records.
- Monitoring students on industrial attachment and obtaining feedback on their progress and performance.
- Supervising students’ projects and research activities.
- Participating in curriculum review of Geomatics/Engineering Surveying-related application courses to ensure industry relevance and academic quality.
- Participating in community engagement and consultancy activities in Geomatics and Surveying applications.
- Assisting with administrative and other duties as assigned by the Head of Programme or delegated representative.
- Conducting research in the field of expertise and publishing findings in professional journals, periodicals, textbooks, and electronic journals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Honours Degree in Geomatics, specifically covering Geodesy, Geoinformatics, and Engineering Surveying (Honours degree or higher).
- Undergraduate Degree in Geomatics (BSc/BEng in Geomatics or a related field).
Experience and Other Requirements
- At least two (2) years of professional working experience in Geomatics, Surveying, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of teaching or research experience in Geomatics or Engineering Surveying will be an added advantage.
Candidates should also have experience in:
- Civil Designer (or equivalent)
- Revit
- GIS (Geospatial)
- AutoCAD (Draughting)
- Other related spatial design and analysis software
Candidates should be able to teach:
- Engineering Surveying
- Topographic Surveying
- GPS/GNSS and Drone Surveying
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Irrigation and Drainage Infrastructure Layout
Skills and Attributes
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Willingness to supervise students during extra-mural activities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills.
To Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply by email to: [email protected] – all application documents should be in one zipped folder and indicate the position name: LECTURER-GEOMATICS in the email subject line failure to adhere will lead to non-consideration of applications.
The application letters should be accompanied by: Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and academic transcripts. The deadline for submission of applications is 20th August, 2026
NB: Candidates who had previously applied do not need to re-apply.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
Staff Appointments and Promotions Committee
Lerotholi Polytechnic
P.O. Box 16
Maseru 100
Lesotho
Disclaimer – only short-listed applicants will be contacted.