Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required
The Opportunity
The School invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and highly motivated individuals for the position of Assistant Lecturer in Management and Public Administration. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning by delivering courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, and master's programmes in Management and Public Administration. The appointee will also be expected to maintain an active research agenda, producing high quality research within their area of expertise and contributing to the School's thematic research priorities. The role also involves contributing to programme and curriculum development, supervising student learning, supporting academic administration, and participating in marketing, outreach and engagement activities, industry engagement, while advancing the University's mission and strategic priorities as outlined in the University Strategic Plan.
The University
The University of the South Pacific (USP) is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region and one of only two regional universities globally. Established in 1968, USP is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, international engagement and digital innovation guided by its vision of ‘Shaping Pacific Futures’. USP is jointly owned by 13 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Naoero, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea. Through this unique regional partnership, the University serves a diverse and geographically dispersed population across more than 33 million square kilometres of the Pacific Ocean. Working at USP offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multicultural and internationally connected institution at the heart of the Pacific contributing to transformative education, impactful research and regional initiatives that help shape the future of the Pacific communities.
The School of Business and Management
In alignment with the USP Strategic Plan's commitment to innovative, industry focused education and training, the disciplines within the School of Business and Management (SBM) are undertaking a comprehensive programme review and development initiative. This strategic undertaking aims to strengthen the School's position as a globally recognised centre of excellence in discipline of management and public administration, with a distinguished reputation for excellence in education, training, professional practice, and research.
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- a postgraduate degree (Masters/PhD) in the relevant discipline with relevant tertiary teaching and/or research experience; 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;
- Substantial teaching experience and a strong research profile;
- Ability to contribute to programme marketing activities, including participating in information sessions, engaging with prospective students, and supporting accreditation processes;
- Demonstrated competence in research, academic administration, curriculum development, and other related scholarly activities;
- Proven excellence in teaching within a multicultural learning environment, with high-quality research publications and evidence of maintaining subject expertise considered an advantage;
- The ability to undertake academic and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School and Discipline Coordinator, contributing to the effective delivery of School activities;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Enquiries and further information: Email: myhr@usp.ac.fj; P: 3231000
The position is available for a term of five years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
The position description can be downloaded by clicking on the link: PD - Assistant Lecturer (LBP034).pdf
Salary Range
- FJ$71,212 to FJ$85,454 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 11 October 2026
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is 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.
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