Vacancies at Presbyterian University of East Africa

REFERENCE NUMBER: PUEA/OT/05/08/24
Applications are hereby invited for the post of Senior Lecturer/Professor/Associate Professor

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Successful candidates must have a BScOT, a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy or a relevant field, and a doctoral degree in OT or related field all from recognized institutions.
• Successful candidates must be licensed and registered by the Occupational Therapy Council of Kenya (OTCoK)
• Candidate should demonstrate Professional Membership to relevant body(ies)
• Candidate should have an interest in working in a teaching institution and commit to growing the profession through the academic and clinical training of both direct entry, upgrade and master students
• Candidate should have an interest in working in a teaching institution and a commitment to growing the profession through the management of the inaugural Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program
• Previous experience in a specific clinical setting such as Mental Health, Pediatrics, Physical disabilities, Special needs Children etc is required
• Previous experience in a teaching institution is highly recommended
• Candidate should be available immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Oversee the MScOT program in relation to the needs and requirements
• Instruct any core Occupational Therapy courses
• Set exams, mark and present results for Senate approval
• Organize for, observe and assess the learning of trainees in the classroom/labs and field/hospitals in relation to course requirements as relevant
• Carry out a range of administrative work related to class attendance, course outline and notes,
• CATs/exams, and other learning resources and reports as needed
• Engage in research and supervise student research projects in the department
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality
• Liaise with medical and educational professionals in the community and counties
• Promote and advocate for health and wellness for PUEA community in conjunction with others in the School of Health Sciences
• Attend departmental meetings

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REFERENCE NUMBER: PUEA/NUR/5/08/24
ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/ TRAINING & WORK EXPERIENCE

The holder of this post will report to the Head of the Department in the execution of his/her duties, and will contribute toward meeting the key performance indicators and targets of the department, and the overall mission and vision of the university.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Teaching and training in the areas indicated.
• Curricula development and Review
• Grant writing and Research and Innovation activities
• Engage in fund-raising activities in the Department
• Student supervision and mentoring
• Mentoring of junior staff
• Publications and other forms of dissemination of knowledge
• Engage in professional development activities
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance and accreditation requirements by relevant regulatory bodies
• To support the Head of the Department and other programme leaders in the department to manage the ongoing strategic development of programs and administration in the department.
• To assess students’ overall performance, through setting/ marking programme work, practical sessions, supervisions, fieldwork, and examinations, providing appropriate feedback to students.
• Engage in any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department, on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, from time to time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE EDUCATION

• An applicant must be a holder of a PhD in Nursing or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications, with a minimum 28 points from the time appointed as a lecturer or senior lecturer
• Registration with relevant professional bodies Experience
• At least three (3) years of full-time teaching at the University level as a Lecturer OR a minimum of six (6) years of industry experience in the relevant field
• Supervised a minimum of three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a Lecturer
• Familiarity with quality assurance and accreditation requirements by relevant regulatory organizations so as to contribute to the accreditation of programmes and quality control processes.
• Experience in grant writing and demonstrable ability to lead research projects, win bids and generate income is an added advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of participation in research activities
• Evidence of fund-raising capability
• Ability to work in a team
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity
• Develop ideas for generating income and promoting the subject
• Demonstrate marketing capability that includes attraction and retention of students into the programmes on offer in the department 

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REFERENCE NUMBER: PUEA/OT/05/08/24

Applications are hereby invited for the post of Medical Doctor, General Practitioner

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Successful candidates must have an MBChB or equivalent qualification
• Successful candidates must be licensed and registered by the Kenya Medical, Pharmacy and Dentists Board (KMP&D)
• Candidate should demonstrate Professional Membership to relevant body(ies)
• Candidate should have an interest in working in a teaching institution and commitment to growing other health professionals
• Previous experience in a teaching institution is highly recommended
• Candidate should be available immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Will be housed in the Occupational Therapy Department

Give instructions on the following areas within the Occupational Therapy curriculum:

• Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, General Medicine, Medical Biochemistry, Epidemiology, Drug and Substance Abuse, Biostatistics, Emerging Health Issues and General/Systemic Pathology, and any other relevant courses in the Occupational Therapy Department
• Give instruction in any medical courses in the other departments in the School of Health Sciences, (Department of Nursing and Department of Clinical Medicine, Surgery and Community Health) as required
• Set exams, mark and present results for Senate approval
• Organize for, observe and assess the learning of trainees in the classroom/labs and field/hospitals in relation to course requirements as relevant
• Carry out a range of administrative work related to class attendance, course outline and notes,
• CATs/exams, and other learning resources and reports as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality
• Liaise with medical and educational professionals in the community and hospitals
• Promote health education in conjunction with others in the School of Health Sciences
• Attend departmental meetings
• Keep up to date with medical developments, new drugs, treatments and medications, including
• complementary medicine to enhance student learning
• Engage in quality research in area of specialization
• Engage in regular mentoring of OT student and provide spiritual
• Participate in community activities including Chapel
• Adhere to other PUEA terms and conditions
• Any other duty assigned to him/her