Job Description
A. POST: Senior Lecturer or Lecturer or Assistant Lecturer in Agriculture Mechanization
B. POSITION LEVEL :H/2.III for a Senior Lecture or 3.III for a Lecturer or 4.III for an Assistant Lecturer
C. NUMBER OF THE POSITIONS: 1
D. RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching
Prepare subjects to be taught as presented in modules
Teach subjects in his area of specialization
Evaluate students through continual assessment tests and examinations
Assist in the development of the new curriculum and review
Participate in continuous professional development
Development of teaching and learning materials and publication of textbooks
2. Research & innovation
Prepare research proposals in line with his/her area of specialization and institutional thematic areas
Attract internal and external funding for research
Conduct research activities aiming at solving community problems
Publish research results at national, regional and international levels
Supervise/co-supervise PhD and Masters students and Postdoctoral fellows
3.Community Outreach
Disseminate research findings to relevant stakeholders
Elaborate research-based policy briefs for policy makers
Transfer knowledge to business and the community.
4.Consultancy
Involvement in organizing national scientific conferences and workshops
Conduct consultancy activities in his/her area of specialization
Compete successfully for income generating consultancies and grants.
D. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Showing a proof of publication in recognized peer reviewed journals (at least 2 publication points for the position of Lecturer or at least 5 publication points for the position of Senior Lecturer)
2. Having proof of teaching experience from a recognized institution of higher learning (at least 3 years of teaching experience for a Senior Lecturer). For the position of Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer, teaching experience is not required however it is an added value.
3. Having supervised at least 3 Master’s dissertations for a Senior Lecturer
4. Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education is an added value.
5. Being currently involved in different collaborative research projects related to this position with proof is an advantage.
6. Being a Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) with a proof for a given research project in Electrical Power Engineering or related fields is an advantage
E. SPECIFICATIONS ON REQUIRED QUALIFICATION.
PhD in Material Science or Engineering with specialization in:
Fluid mechanics or related field
Minimum Qualifications
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PhD in Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Mentoring and coaching skills
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Performance management skills
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Digital literacy skills
