Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be reporting to the Chair of Department Languages and Literature, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in community service.

Key Responsibilities


Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in the specific areas of specialization.
Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
Design e-learning content for online academic programs.
Participate in program assessment and reviews.
Supervise students’ research (projects/ thesis/ dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
Engage in service to the University, the profession and to the community.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.


To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:

Lecturer


At least a Master’s degree qualification in Arabic Language from an accredited University;
At least three (3) years of teaching experience in a University or equivalent institution of higher learning;
A minimum of 24 publication points as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least sixteen (16) should be refereed journal papers.
Been registered by the relevant professional body, where applicable.


Personal Attributes & Competencies


Excellent computer background
Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
Managing ambiguity and emotions
Managing technological change
Excellent communication skills
Excellent listening and mediation skills
Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent research writing skills