University Job Opportunities in Mukono, Uganda; Lecturer - Development Studies

Job Title:    Lecturer - Development Studies
Job Location:    Mukono, Uganda
Employer:    Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Pay Rate:     CU 6
Code:         HR044
Department:     Development Studies
Reports to:     Dean Faculty of Social Sciences
Division:     Academic Affairs

About UCU:
Uganda Christian University was founded when the historic Bishop Tucker Theological College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop Tucker Theological College trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. The local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the college to operate in Mukono. International partnerships were part of the College’s missionary history. The Church Mission Society teamed with Ugandan leaders and others to assure the College had the necessary intellectual and other capital. By the late 1990s, the Church of Uganda sought to have a broader impact on society through the higher education - not only of clergy but of other professionals as well. Uganda Christian University was established in 1997.

In 2004, the Government of Uganda granted a charter to Uganda Christian University – the highest level of national accreditation. UCU was the first private University to receive such a charter from the Government.
Lecturer - Development Studies New!

Job Overview:
To carry out research, teaching, mentoring, supervision and administration within the department, especially in the area of Development Studies.

Job Requirements:

• A Master’s degree in Development Studies from a recognised Institution of Higher Education.
• A Bachelor’s degree Development Studies or related social Science field from a recognised Institution of Higher Education
• Three years teaching experience at University level; evidence of ability to teach and supervise academic work by undergraduates and Masters students
• 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
• Mature, demonstrated Christian commitment and a high level of integrity

Job Duties:

•     To teach at undergraduate and graduate level in areas allocated by the Dean of Faculty.
•     To engage with the broader scholarly and professional communities.
•     To supervise or assist with supervision of undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students.
•     To contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum.
•     To assist in the development of learning materials and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
•     To participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
•     To participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments.
•     To provide pastoral care and support to students.
•     To participate in the administration of the department’s programmes of study and other activities as requested.
•     To contribute to departmental, faculty, wide working groups or committees as requested.
•     To maintain own continuing professional development.

Deadline Date: 17/04/2014

How to Apply:
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
Two (2) copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts

Applications must be addressed to:
The Director Human Resource & Administration
Uganda Christian University
Pilikington Building
PO Box 4, Mukono

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted