Lecturer x3 Justo Mwale University

Justo Mwale University (JMU) is an ecumenical higher education institution that trains individuals from diverse backgrounds and countries in various fields. The university was initially established in February 1951 as a theological training institution for ministers of the Word and Sacraments for the Reformed Church in Zambia, located at Madzimoyo in the Eastern Province of the Republic of Zambia.

In 2008, the college was transformed into a university college, and in 2011, it began offering open and distance learning programs in theology and non-theology courses and programs. In 2014, the university college transitioned into a full-fledged university and changed its name to Justo Mwale University.
The institution is registered with the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and has established agreements with various international universities and organizations.

JOB ADVERT
We seek qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following vacancies with the listed teaching course combination and qualifications.
1. Master of Theology or its equivalent with ANY of the following course combination
a) Old Testament & Hebrew

or

b) Church History & Church Polity

or

c) Missiology & Practical Theology

JOB PURPOSE
Plan and deliver teaching on your specialist courses to students. This includes creating teaching materials, preparing for tutorials/seminars, marking students’ work, and direct teaching. You will also research your courses, attend conferences and write articles, books and other materials to share your knowledge. You shall be supported by a higher academic team and work with other university staff such as librarians to make sure students have access to the resources they need to do well.

Duties include: ” Planning teaching, including lectures, seminars/tutorials and learning materials ” Meeting students individually to discuss progress ” Checking and assessing students’ work ” Pursuing research ” Interviewing potential students “And carrying out administration, such as attending faculty meetings and writing reports ” Writing research proposals, papers and other publications ” Managing research budgets ” Preparing bids for funding for departmental research projects.

Requirements:

a) Possession of a full Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent.
b) Bachelor’s degree in Theology or its equivalent.
c) Master’s degree in Theology or its equivalent
d) A Ph.D. in Theology shall be an added advantage.
e) Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Packages).
f) Minimum of three (3) years of relevant lecturing experience.
g) Demonstration of deep Christian convictions and a strong sense of hope

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Candidates meeting the stated requirements should forward their applications comprising the following:

a) Letter of application;
b) Detailed Curriculum Vitae;
c) ZAQA validated Certificates and Transcripts;
d) Certified NRC/ID;
e) Names and e-mail addresses of three referees one of whom should be your local church pastor.