PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ SENIOR LECTURER/ LECTURER – FULL-TIME INTENSIVE ENGLISH/ ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (1 Post) || Africa University

DUE: 29 NOV 2024

PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ SENIOR LECTURER/ LECTURER – FULL-TIME INTENSIVE ENGLISH/ ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (1 Post)

Africa University is a private Pan-African United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions.

Desired Attributes:

• D.Phil./PhD in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics or any related field.
• Master’s Degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or related field with TESOL certification or other relevant qualification in Language Education.
• Bachelors Degree in English and Communication.
• At least 2 years’ experience teaching Intensive English or a similar program.
• Proficiency in English suitable to the requirements of the position.
• Proven effectiveness in teaching at University level.
• Experience in using a variety of teaching and assessment techniques – including technologies that enhance student success.
• Ability and enthusiasm for using teaching methods that actively engage students and encourage self-motivation for learning.
• Strong record of relevant teaching, research and publications in reputable peer reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated competencies in innovation and industrialisation in sync with Education 5.0.
• Proven track record in income-generating projects and resource mobilisation.

Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and teach Intensive English courses, which include, but not limited to the following:

• Intensive English I
• Intensive English II
• English Grammar
• Academic Writing
• Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Development

Please note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:a) TeachingThe incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or College guidelines and standards.b) University Service and Community EngagementThe incumbent should participate in all Department, College and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.c) ResearchThe incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialisation, which benefits the students, the Global community and the University.d) InnovationsInnovations that lead to the production of goods and services.e) IndustrialisationThrough the commercialisation of goods and services.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID & birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees. The application pack should be sent as a single pdf file clearly stating ‘‘Lectureship Intensive English’’ in the email’s subject line to [email protected], by no later than 1400 hours on Friday, 29 November 2024. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to. Africa University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore, men and women from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.