The National University of Lesotho
Position
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Communication Science
Post No.
1635
Department/Section
English
Faculty
Humanities
Responsible To
Head of Department – English
Location
Roma
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
• At least a Master’s Degree in Communication Science, Communication Management or any equivalent qualification; a PhD will be an added advantage.
• Applicants should be able to teach a broad range of courses with specialisation in the following areas: organisational communication, strategic communication and research methods.
• Applicants should have at least three (3) years of teaching experience at tertiary level.
• Evidence of a research and publication record may be an added advantage.
• Applicants should have a strong willingness to contribute to strengthening support for students, and to creating an intellectual climate in which research, teaching, and debate are able to flourish.
• Preference will be given to a local candidate in Lesotho.
For a Senior Lecturer, applicants should:
• Have evidence of a research and publication record; a minimum of three (3) journal articles in refereed and/or accredited journals.
• Have a PhD in Communication Science or Communication Management.
• Have a proven record of conferences and seminar presentations in the relevant area.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Teaching
• Supervising
• Participating in the research programmes of the Department/Faculty
• Conducting research in his/her area of expertise and performing any other duties as may be required by the Department
• Assuming administrative duties if requested to
• Engaging in community service
• Being committed to continued professional and academic development to strengthen design and development of programmes, teaching, research and any associated activities
Remuneration
The University offers competitive salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Employment Type
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for locals, and a two‑year contract position for non‑locals.
Information Required From Candidates
a) Signed application letters stating relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position;
b) Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
c) Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e‑mail contact details) and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts;
d) Provide names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees;
e) Certified copy of an Identity Document.
Submission Details
All applications should be e‑mailed to [email protected] and addressed to:
Director Human Resources
National University of Lesotho
Roma 180 – LESOTHO
Closing Date
27 February 2026
NB: All the attachments (application letter, CV, certificates, and ID) should be emailed in read‑only PDF format (compressed folder, in one document). If not, your application will be disqualified.
DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.