Principal Lecturer, Nurse tutor training – Somaliland

Local salary plus benefits package

Two year contract

A Principal Lecturer is sought to assist with the delivery of a two year programme of work based in Hargeisa, Somaliland. The postholder will be responsible for teaching a two year nurse tutor training course as well as carrying out continuous professional development “CPD” for nurse tutors.

The postholder will play a key role in supporting and strengthening nurse training institutes in Somaliland. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of human and institutional capacity, crucial for the rebuilding of the health system in Somaliland.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Institute of Health Sciences, the postholder will be based in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland but will be expected to travel to other training institutes in the country.

Essential

· A recognised professional nurse or midwifery qualification

· At least two years in a supervisory role within a relevant health training environment

· Evidence of teaching skills e.g. Certificate Ed, PGCE, or extensive teaching experience

· Postgraduate level education in a relevant subject

· Excellent communication and presentation skills

· Excellent English language skills – both oral and written

· Ability to use the clinical supervision process effectively

· Leadership skills and ability to build an effective team

· Accountability and integrity

· Creativity and problem solving skills

· Ability to identify and use opportunities for self-development

· Commitment to the values of Equal Opportunities, policy and practice.

· Programme coordination experience

· Ability to use Word, Excel and Power Point

Desirable

· An additional nursing registration e.g. Learning Disability/Mental Health /Adult Nursing/Paediatric Nursing

· A publication record in relevant professional or research journals

To apply, please send a CV and a one page covering letter to Rachael Coker, THET, 1 Wimpole Street, London, W1G 0AE or by email to rachael@thet.org Closing date for applications: 9^th September 2007. Telephone interviews in the week beginning 10 September 2007

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By Somaliland Health Blog Volunteers Team