Vacancy title:
Expert in Medical Teaching
Jobs at:
SolidarMedDeadline of this Job:
31st July 2019
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 10, 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
SolidarMed is a leading non-profit organization working to improve the health of people in rural Sub Saharan Africa. Working together with national partners to strengthen health systems and community capacities, we are committed to scientific evidence and policy dialogue both as foundations and objectives of our work.
We have an exciting position for an experienced health professional to join our passionate team in Zambia.
Expert in Medical Teaching, Zambia
Contract Type
Full time (3 years)
Place of Assignment
Levy Mwanawasa Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia with frequent visits to provincial training sites.
Start of Contract
As soon as possible
We offer
• An exciting role with innovative implementation possibilities and a chance to apply expert skills in a challenging environment. You will be part of a motivated team with flat hierarchies.
• SolidarMed offers an attractive benefit package commensurate with Swiss standards. In addition, we also offer specific training with possibilities for clinical collaboration, scientific networking and participation in conferences. .
Tasks and responsibilities:
• Support the implementation and development of the Medical Licentiate Project at Levy Mwanawasa Medical University, Lusaka and in establishing the Regional Training Hubs.
• Assist in achieving clear academic and educational goals for the ML Department in the context of competence-based training.
• Supporting ML lecturers/trainers in delivering better teaching through a sustainable faculty development programme, using Technology enhanced Learning (e.g. simulation training and e-Learning technologies).
• Capitalise on opportunities for collecting robust data for operational research on MLs in Zambia.
• Collaborate and coordinate with donors, partners and relevant stakeholders at all levels.
• Expert use of project cycle management tools (planning, reporting, budget co
Job Skills: Not Specified
Your profile
• A degree in Health Sciences (Medicine, International Public Health, or similar).
• An academic degree/further qualification in education/medical education.
• Good level of management skills; financial management, team building and human resource management, planning and reporting.
• Experience of developing simulation training and blended learning, including e-learning platforms (preferably Moodle).
• Operational research experience; fair credentials on ResearchGate would be desirable.
• Experience of working in African contexts.
• Open-minded personality, intercultural sensitivity, good communication and networking skills.
• Commitment to collaborative approaches, consensus building and team working.
• Hands-on, pro-active but patient personality, able to develop initiatives within a large but still developing national institution.
• Fluency in English with good writing skills
• Competent driver
Job Education Requirements: Not Specified
Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified
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Job application procedure
How to apply
Please email your application to jobs@solidarmed.ch citing reference “Expert in Medical Teaching Zambia” and include
Your CV including 3 references (max. 2 pages)
A covering letter outlining your motivation and how you meet the requirements
Copies of your qualifications
Please also mention how you heard about the job posting (if internet, please mention which site).
Due to the high volume of applications, SolidarMed will only contact shortlisted candidates.
We kindly ask you not to send in duplicate or hard copies of your CV.
Deadline for applications: 31st July 2019
For further details contact: Katharine Arnold Kelland k.arnold@solidarmed.ch, Switzerland or Danielle Harvey d.harvey@solidarmed.ch , Zambia
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