Lecturer - Disability Studies and Special Needs Education
Education & Teaching Jobs
- ZOU - Zimbabwe Open University
- Expires 21 Mar 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER
: FACULTY OF APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCES: DEPARTMENT OF
DISABILITY STUDIES AND SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION: BULAWAYO
REGIONAL CAMPUS (1 POST)
Duties and Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Leading in the development and launching of new programmes;
Developing and producing Open and Distance Learning materials including writing modules;
Tutoring;
Marking assignments as well as examinations;
Carrying out research and creative work;
Promoting the University wide initiatives;
Establishing partnerships with industry and local communities;
Engaging in community service;
Interfacing with other Faculties;
Engaging in University service; and
Carrying out any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of a Master of Science in Special Needs Education; Master of Science in Special Education; Master of Science in Disability Studies; Master of Education in Special Needs Education or equivalent; and
A relevant Bachelors Degree in Special Education or equivalent;
Possession of a PhD in any of the areas stated above is an added advantage;
A minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in an institution of Higher Learning is a requirement;
Knowledge of distance education would be an added advantage;
Computer literacy a must; and
Area of Specialisation preferred: Visual Impairment.
How to Apply
Candidates who do not have the stipulated requirements need not apply.
Interested and qualified persons should submit ten (10) sets each consisting of the application letter, certified educational and professional certificates and Curriculum Vitae with contact telephone
numbers and names of at least three (3) referees. All envelopes should clearly indicate the post being applied for. Applications should be received not later than 21 March 2020.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Director, Human Resources, Zimbabwe Open University, P O Box MP 1119, Mount Pleasant, Harare
or
Hand delivered to, 3rd Floor, Corner House, Cnr Samora Machel Avenue and Leopold Takawira Street, Harare
