Professor - Development Studies

About the role

The university seeks a senior academic to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Development Studies, with a focus on development finance, entrepreneurship and applied economic development. The role includes research, supervision of graduate students and departmental administration.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and seminars on development finance, managerial/project finance, entrepreneurship and related topics.
• Coordinate and enhance academic programmes, strengthening content on development finance and innovation.
• Supervise master’s dissertations and doctoral theses covering development finance, SME development, venture capital and socio‑economic transformation.
• Produce high‑quality research publications in accredited journals.
• Perform administrative duties such as curriculum development, programme coordination and research administration.
• Mentor emerging scholars, supporting their research development and career progression.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent in Development Studies, Economics, Finance or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in development finance, venture capital in emerging markets, entrepreneurship ecosystems and socio‑economic development.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Successful experience supervising master’s and doctoral candidates.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary department.

Required skills