Somaliland: Nursing Clinical Instructor/lecturer - THET
The Hargeisa Institute of Health Sciences (HIOHS) and Somaliland Nursing and Midwifery Association (SLNMA) have two vacancies for nurse educationalists with significant overseas experience to contribute to a programme of work being implemented to enhance nursing education within Somaliland. These rewarding positions offer a unique opportunity to be involved in the development of human and institutional capacity, crucial for the rebuilding of the health system in Somaliland.
Clinical Instructor/lecturer
Reporting to the Head Nurse Tutor of the HIOHS*, the postholder will be based in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland.
Essential
A recognised professional nurse or midwifery qualification
A minimum of three years recent experience within a relevant training environment
Evidence of teaching skills e.g. Certificate Ed, PGCE, or extensive teaching experience.
Education to degree level in a related subject area
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent English language skills – both oral and written
Ability to use the clinical supervision process effectively
Ability to identify and use opportunities for self-development
Commitment to the values of equal opportunities
Ability to use I.T. skills, including power point
Desirable
An additional nursing registration e.g. Learning Disability/Mental Health /Adult Nursing/ Paediatric Nursing
Postgraduate level education
A publication record in relevant professional or research journals
*Recruitment will be undertaken by the Tropical Health and Education Trust (THET), successful applicants will be employed by THET on secondment to the HIOHS and SLNMA.
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 [email][email protected]
For full job descriptions please visit www.thet.org
Closing date for both applications is Monday the 20th October 2008.