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Tutorial Fellow in Community Health Practice Job at Amref International University, Nairobi Kenya 2019

Career Employment Tutorial Fellow in Community Health Practice Nairobi Kenya June 2019 

Amref International University (AMIU) is an accredited institution of higher learning focused on health sciences and is fully owned by Amref Health Africa.

The University is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa which is reputed with over 60 years of quality and innovative community health, health systems management and development interventions.

Its predecessor, the Amref International Training Centre (AITC) has shaped Public and Community Health training and nurtured health leaders and practitioners in Africa over 40 years.

The vision of AMIU is to be a leading Health Sciences University of excellence in developing transformational health leaders and practitioners who inspire lasting health change in Africa.

It is located along Langata Road (opposite Wilson Airport), Nairobi, Kenya.

AMIU invites applications for the following position in the University:

Job Title: Tutorial Fellow – Community Health Practice

Reporting To: Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs

Physical Location: Nairobi

1. Job Description

The holder of the job will participate in curriculum development and delivery in Community Health. Further, the holder will develop, fundraise and implement research and extension activities.

2. Main Duties and Key Responsibilities

 Participate in the development of curricula in Community Health
 Participate in accreditation and implementation of courses as per CUE guidelines
 Teach and supervise students
 Develop and carry out research studies
 Form and manage partnerships for advancing Community Health
 Develop and apply innovative and appropriate teaching techniques and material which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.
 Mobilize resources to ensure sustainability of courses in Community Health

3. Academic requirements

 Masters in Public or community Health or related field from a recognized university
 Publication in peer reviewed journals as per CUE criteria
 Registered with relevant professional body

4. Experience

 Teaching experience in a recognized university level or research/industry
 Curriculum development and delivery
 Knowledge of CUE and regulator requirements
 Knowledge and experience in academic or industry settings
 Managing clients in his/her area of expertise
 At least two years’ work experience in a clinical setting
 Experience in use of ODEL methodologies of curriculum delivery

5. Qualities and Competencies

 Knowledge, skills and attitude of an ethical community health practitioner
 Excellent academic writing and language skills
 Professional student-centric approach to learning
 Commitment to quality, teaching, assessment and research.
 Ability to work independently
 Team player
 Leadership capabilities
 A strategic and critical thinker with ability to generate and grow new ideas
 Computer proficiency

How to Apply

Applications to be forwarded to the following email address: recruitment@amref.ac.ke.

The closing date is Friday 5th July, 2019.

Amref International University (AMIU) is committed to the principles of safeguarding in the workplace and expects all staff to share this commitment.

AMIU is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO PAY ANY FEES TO APPLY FOR JOBS IN Amref International University.

Applicants are requested to visit the AMIU Website: www.amref.ac.ke careers page for further details regarding each post..

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