Tanzania Institute of Higher Education
Based in Dar es Salaam, but working across East Africa, the Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, international, lot-for-profit University.
AN EXISTING CAREER OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING INSTITUTION COMMITED TO PROVIDING QUALITY EDUCATION IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD
AKU TIHE invites applications for the following position, based in Dar es salaam, Tanzania
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY (AKUSONAM) TANZANIA
Reports to the Academic Head, or a person designated by him/her.
Your responsibilities being;
• Implement the curriculum as approved by curriculum committee and National Nursing jurisdiction where necessary.
• Actively participate in the body of nursing knowledge through research and publication.
• Ensure the quality of clinical learning opportunities for the various programmes (e.g. securing learning sights, MOU's etc.
• Initiate and maintain collaborations with clinical facilities.
• Teach in classroom and clinical areas as assigned by Academic Head.
• Monitor theoretical and clinical teaching activities
• Continuously improve the quality of own practice.
• Actively participate in the management and administrative activities of the University.
• Provide academic support to students and colleagues. E.g. supervise and evaluate (peer-review) faculty performance as required; monitor faculty teaching and clinical hours to determine fair distribution of teaching loads.
• To keep abreast of his/her academic discipline including nursing practice.
• Actively contribute to the development of the nursing profession nationally and regionally.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Academic Head/Dean.
• Prepare a master plan of clinical placements for students and disseminate as required.
• Plan and/or assist with AKUSONAM ceremonies and functions pertaining to academic and social events.
• Work with curriculum committee to improve courses based on feedback received.
• Orient new teachers to the programme and give necessary support and guidance.
• Compile all academic results and clinical evaluations at the end of the term, within given deadlines.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of Masters or preferably PhD in Nursing or related areas
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience, as a Lecturer
• Expertise in relevant nursing field
• A required record of research and publications
• Experience with curriculum and course development an added advantage
• Diploma or Certificate in education or its equivalent
• Current Registration with the Nursing Regulatory Body
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• Must be familiar with word processing software and have a basic understanding of computers and their application in an academic setting.
• Ability to teach through a variety of strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
Good organization skills
• Counseling skills
• Competency in specialized field of nursing
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
For Application and Submission Details please send your application, an updated CV and testimonials, including the names, postal and e-mail addresses, telephone/fax numbers of two professional references, addressed to the Human Resources Office, AKU - TIHE P.O. Box 125,
Dar es Salaam; Fax (+255) (0)222150875 or Email hr.tihe@aku.edu Only short-listed candidates be contracted. For further information, please visit http://www.aku.edu
Application close: Monday 23rd February 2015
Source: The Guardian 11th February 2015
Based in Dar es Salaam, but working across East Africa, the Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, international, lot-for-profit University.
AN EXISTING CAREER OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING INSTITUTION COMMITED TO PROVIDING QUALITY EDUCATION IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD
AKU TIHE invites applications for the following position, based in Dar es salaam, Tanzania
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY (AKUSONAM) TANZANIA
Reports to the Academic Head, or a person designated by him/her.
Your responsibilities being;
• Implement the curriculum as approved by curriculum committee and National Nursing jurisdiction where necessary.
• Actively participate in the body of nursing knowledge through research and publication.
• Ensure the quality of clinical learning opportunities for the various programmes (e.g. securing learning sights, MOU's etc.
• Initiate and maintain collaborations with clinical facilities.
• Teach in classroom and clinical areas as assigned by Academic Head.
• Monitor theoretical and clinical teaching activities
• Continuously improve the quality of own practice.
• Actively participate in the management and administrative activities of the University.
• Provide academic support to students and colleagues. E.g. supervise and evaluate (peer-review) faculty performance as required; monitor faculty teaching and clinical hours to determine fair distribution of teaching loads.
• To keep abreast of his/her academic discipline including nursing practice.
• Actively contribute to the development of the nursing profession nationally and regionally.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Academic Head/Dean.
• Prepare a master plan of clinical placements for students and disseminate as required.
• Plan and/or assist with AKUSONAM ceremonies and functions pertaining to academic and social events.
• Work with curriculum committee to improve courses based on feedback received.
• Orient new teachers to the programme and give necessary support and guidance.
• Compile all academic results and clinical evaluations at the end of the term, within given deadlines.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of Masters or preferably PhD in Nursing or related areas
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience, as a Lecturer
• Expertise in relevant nursing field
• A required record of research and publications
• Experience with curriculum and course development an added advantage
• Diploma or Certificate in education or its equivalent
• Current Registration with the Nursing Regulatory Body
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• Must be familiar with word processing software and have a basic understanding of computers and their application in an academic setting.
• Ability to teach through a variety of strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
Good organization skills
• Counseling skills
• Competency in specialized field of nursing
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
For Application and Submission Details please send your application, an updated CV and testimonials, including the names, postal and e-mail addresses, telephone/fax numbers of two professional references, addressed to the Human Resources Office, AKU - TIHE P.O. Box 125,
Dar es Salaam; Fax (+255) (0)222150875 or Email hr.tihe@aku.edu Only short-listed candidates be contracted. For further information, please visit http://www.aku.edu
Application close: Monday 23rd February 2015
Source: The Guardian 11th February 2015
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