Senior Instructor, School of Nursing and Midwifery - Nairobi, Kenya - Aga Khan University (AKU)

Description

The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives.

Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan

Responsibilities

Teaching and learning of courses within SONAM's accredited nursing, midwifery and continuing professional development programmes;
Utilize innovative pedagogies and digital technology to facilitate learning centered approach;
Actively contribute to the body of nursing and midwifery knowledge through engaging in research, grant writing and publication;
Actively engage in clinical / professional practice within nursing & midwifery;
Provide support as faculty advisors to students enrolled in various programmes at SONAM in academic, professional and social welfare issues;
Maintain own continuous professional development to enhance scholarship of teaching and learning, clinical expertise, research and leadership;
Contribute to the administration of academic programmes offered at SONAM as well as other administration duties as may be called upon;
Work collaboratively with other AKU entities, partners and stakeholders.

Requirements

Must be a PhD holder;
Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya;
Must have a valid practice license and Basic Life Support certification;
Should have at least 4 years' experience in higher education;
Have at least four publication points as stipulated by the Commission of University Education (CUE);
Should possess excellent communication/interpersonal, organizational and counselling skills;
Should be clinically active and competent.