Recruitment of a full-time lecturer of English

The Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences (PIASS) would like to recruit one full-time Lecturer of English.

I. Key duties and Responsibilities 

1. Preparation and teaching English-related modules.
2. Supervision and examination of students’ dissertations
3. Participation in the development of new programs in the area of English.
4. Effective involvement in PIASS research activities, program design, review, and community outreach
5. Involvement in Faculty administration upon request
6. Close collaboration with all faculties, Departments, and different Directorates and Services of PIASS.
7. Advising PIASS on the creation and management of the Language Center.
8. Advising PIASS on the implementation of the language policy and administration of standardized English tests.

II. General Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in English
• Demonstrate interest in language education continuous professional development and scientific research
• Computer literacy with E-Learning Management Systems
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and in a team
• Proven organizational, coordination, and inter-cultural communication skills
• Readiness to participate actively in the social and spiritual life of the PIASS community;
• To be free from any employment or make a formal commitment to leave it once recruited by PIASS
• Experience of teaching in Higher Learning institutions
• Demonstrate flexibility in working environment
• Results-oriented with adherence to deliverables and deadlines
• Familiarity with the Management Information System (MIS) would be an added value
• Qualifications to teach French, Kinyarwanda, or Kiswahili at the BA level would be an added value.

III. Application documents required:

Application files should contain the following documents:

1. Application letter in English
2. Curriculum vitae in English
3. Certified copies of university degrees, Transcripts, and other certificates
4. Two recommendation letters signed by former employees or professors
5. Any other supporting document deemed important by the applicant

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written test and interview.

Done at Huye , on 6^th March 2024

Prof. Dr. Penine UWIMBABAZI           

PIASS Vice Chancellor