Lecturer – Arabic Language at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities/Tasks

• 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:

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

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 and 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.