Job Description: Educational Quality and Development Specialist
Position Overview: King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation is recruiting an Educational Quality and Development (EDQC) Specialist, who will play a key role in the establishment of King Faisal Hospital Rwanda’s medical college, launching in 2024. This key leadership role will be responsible for overseeing the development of educational programs within the medical college, ensuring adherence to quality standards, fostering continuous improvement, and promoting the overall development of educational initiatives.
Contract Duration: One-year with the possibility of renewal
Reports to: Chief Education, Training, and Research Officer
Roles & Responsibilities
Curriculum Development and Design
- Lead the development and enhancement of medical education curricula, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, industry best practices, and the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.
- Collaborate with faculty members to integrate innovative teaching methodologies, technology, and simulation into the curriculum.
Assessment and Evaluation
- Develop and oversee assessment strategies to measure student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
- Implement data-driven decision-making processes to enhance educational programs and ensure continuous improvement.
Faculty Development
- Design and implement faculty development programs to enhance teaching skills, promote research, and encourage professional growth among faculty members.
- Foster a culture of mentorship and collaboration to support faculty in their academic pursuits.
Quality Assurance
- Establish and maintain a robust quality assurance system for educational programs, including regular assessments, feedback mechanisms, and outcome evaluations.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with accreditation standards and work towards continuous improvement in educational quality.
- Develop initiatives to support student success, retention, and career development.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related background or medical degree required
- Post-graduate degree or certificate in health education related field strongly preferred
- At least 5 years of experience in health education, particularly in curriculum development and quality standards
- Familiarity with accreditation and medical education standards in Rwanda and the region
- Experience in developing digital learning environments and integrating teaching technologies considering artificial intelligence, educational technology, and other educational innovations
- Skilled in designing health curricula for resource-limited settings
- Demonstrated research experience, particularly in medical education or a related field
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Fluency in oral and written English required
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing requirements.
- Project management and/or administrative coordination experience
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to this link by Friday, February 9, 2024 at 23:59 CAT. Questions can be directed to kara.neil@kfhkigali.com.
