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Position Title: Lecturer - Development Studies, Jobs in Uganda,
Code: HR044
Organisation:Uganda Christian University
Category: Education
Department: Development Studies
Primary Location: Mukono
Education: Graduate Degree
Pay Rate: CU 6
Job Description:
Department: Development Studies
Reports to: Dean Faculty of Social Sciences
Division: Academic Affairs
Purpose of the Job
To carry out research, teaching, mentoring, supervision and administration
within the department, especially in the area of Development Studies.
Responsibilities
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To teach at undergraduate and
graduate level in areas allocated by the Dean of Faculty.
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To engage with the broader
scholarly and professional communities.
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To supervise or assist with
supervision of undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students.
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To contribute to the development,
planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum.
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To assist in the development of
learning materials and maintaining records to monitor student progress,
achievement and attendance.
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To participate in departmental
and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building
interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
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To participate in the
development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments.
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To provide pastoral care and
support to students.
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To participate in the
administration of the department’s programmes of study and other activities as
requested.
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To contribute to departmental,
faculty, wide working groups or committees as requested.
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To maintain own continuing
professional development.
Preferred Skills:
Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:
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A Master’s degree in Development
Studies from a recognised Institution of Higher Education.
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A Bachelor’s degree Development
Studies or related social Science field from a recognised Institution of Higher
Education
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Three years teaching experience
at University level; evidence of ability to teach and supervise academic work
by undergraduates and Masters students
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Proven record of ability to
conduct high quality research which is reflected in the authorship of high
quality publications, or other research outputs in the area Development Studies
·
Excellent interpersonal , oral
and written communication skills
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Mature, demonstrated Christian
commitment and a high level of integrity
Application Method
1. Send two (2) copies of
application letter together with and updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of
academic certificates, transcripts, names and contacts of (3) three referees
2. Two (2) copies of academic and
professional certificates and transcripts
3. Applications must be addressed
to:
The Director Human Resource &
Administration
Uganda Christian University
Pilikington Building
PO Box 4, Mukono
Deadline: 5.00p.m.Thursday, 17th
April 2014
Only shortlisted applicants will
be contacted
