Internal Vacancy –Lecturer Paramedicine Science Emergency Medical Technician and Short Medical Courses at Kenya Red Cross Society

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with faculty on teaching, learning, and assessment strategies
• Provide administrative guidance and welfare support to students
• Represent EMS courses and the institute in student recruitment and marketing activities
• Enhance institute's engagement with industry and external partners through networking
• Conduct research to increase institute's revenue and publications, and offer consultancy services
• Contribute to policy and practice development through involvement in professional associations and advisory bodies
• Maintain and develop expertise in curriculum review and development for departmental growth
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Policy and supervise students' health and safety
• Lecture on Emergency Medical Services, humanitarian assistance, and health care assistant
• Undertake additional responsibilities as needed

Desired Competencies

• Lesson Planning and class management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trust with diverse individuals and groups
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment, with a commitment to promoting the well-being and success of students and stakeholders
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications and record-keeping systems
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive institutional community
• Evidence of Research and publications an added advantage
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Swahili is preferred

Education and Experience

• A University Degree in; Paramedicine, Nursing, Clinical Medicine or Bachelor of Medicine/Surgery from a recognized University
• 3 years of professional/academic training experience
• AHA/BLS/ACLS/ATLS/PHTLS trainer certification is an added advantage
• Evidence of Research and publications an added advantage
• Certification in instructor training (pedagogy) is an added advantage