ABOUT EAST AFRICA UNIVERSITY

Established in 1999 in Bosaso, the commercial hub of Puntland, East Africa University (EAU) is anonprofit institution of higher education in Somalia. EAU stands as the pioneering university in Puntland. With eight campuses nationwide, EAU offers programs in various departments such as: medicine, engineering, veterinary, business administration, social sciences, computer sciences, and Islamic studies. The university also operates a virtual varsity center, catering to numerous students and employing a substantial teaching and non- teaching workforce.

East Africa University Burtinle Campus was founded in 2020 and has achieved remarkable accomplishments in knowledge, research, and innovation since its inception. It also provides a contemporary education designed to align with the rapid economic, technological, and societal transformations of the 21st century.

The recruitment announcement is to dean position of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at East Africa University Burtinle Campus. The role is under the direct supervision of the Campus Head. The role and responsibilities will include the following:

• Act as an East Africa University Burtinle Management team member, representing the faculty on relevant committees and workgroups.
• Join the university's teaching staff, as he or she will be assigned some course units to teach depending on their academic credentials.
• Assist in executing and attaining the university's strategic plan.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of the university's overarching policies and current standing, particularly academic and administrative matters.
• Maintain historical, current, and projected statistical records related to their faculty.
• Provide lecture notes and academic material using the prescribed administrative form.
• Prepare and disseminate lecture schedules at the commencement of each academic semester.
• Monitor student performance and attendance by identifying those needing support, and acknowledging exceptional students.
• Review faculty program syllabus and submit them for review to the university's general academic oversight board(s).
• Develop course outlines for department programs and distribute them to students, overseen by the head's office.
• Present regular updates and reports to the executive committee (led by the Campus Director).
• Conduct semester evaluations of faculty lecturers and assist them in fulfilling their roles.
• Maintain the records of the daily activities such as examinations and retain a copy for quick reference.
• Prepare faculty progress reports twice each semester (and reporting to the Campus Director).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• A Bachelor's degree in fields such as Medicine or health sciences, or closely related subjects relevant to the position. Holding a master's degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

• A track record of two years in successful academic management, including resource management, team leadership, change management, teaching methods and goal achievement.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrate exceptional communication and presentation skills, effectively representing the faculty both internally and externally, and embodying the goals and values of the university faculty.

LANGUAGES:

• Fluent in English
• Proficiency in Somali is advantageous

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

• Contract Duration: 1 year

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Prospective candidates should meet the requisite criteria and are encouraged to submit their applications via burtinleeaureau.edu.so or give a carbon copy (cc) to abshiryk@gmail.com. Applications failing to meet the outlined prerequisites will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for further evaluation will receive communication.