Records and Information Management Instructor Job

Instructor, Records and Information Management Job

The Records and Information Management Awareness Foundation (RIMA Foundation) needs a Records and Information Management Instructor. RIMA is a Non-profit, Non Governmental Organisation promoting access to information, raising public consciousness on information management and security and promoting information management in Africa.

Job Description:
Perform specific duties related to instruction; course and curriculum development; professional growth; service to students; and service to the institute and community.

Instruction: Teach assigned courses; facilitate the classroom instructional process; evaluate students, monitor progress, assign final grades; provide out-of class academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students regarding academic preparation and career goals; work to retain students; mentor and orient faculty and staff; maintain required classroom and office hours.

• Demonstrates the effective use of oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current procedures in the Information Management field.
• Follows approved course syllabus.
• Monitors student?s use of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Advises and counsels students and maintains appropriate advisement records on each student classrooms and laboratories.
• Attends meetings as required and appropriate.
• Observes and enforces the institution?s policies and regulations.
• Assists with student recruitment and job placement as directed by the division director.
• Serves on committees as directed and coordinated by the foundation.
• Follows rules and regulations as described by the foundation Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the foundation.

Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts, supplemental documents, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources; develop supplemental instructional materials; use current technology in preparation, creation and delivery of instruction; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.

Professional Growth: Remain current within field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled training, divisional, professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations by attending meetings and serving as officers; participate in annual evaluation process.

Service to Students: Respect rights of students and access to educational opportunities; participate in registration process by advising, assisting students in preparing schedules and entering schedules into Student Information System; assist in recruitment, selection, orientation and evaluation of potential students; assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment; support student activities.

Service to the Institute and Community: Assist in recruitment and selection of institute personnel as assigned; participate in accreditation, assessment and performance funding processes; support and participate in institute/division/project/department committees, organizations and/or task forces to make recommendations in the Institute's decision-making processes; provide input and/or assistance in preparation of course schedules, assignments, and budgets; organise and execute convocation and commencement exercises and participate in institute programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; strengthen relationships between the institute and the community through program advisory committees and/or community outreach activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Key position requirements:

• Using appropriate teaching, testing and grading techniques
• Using effective written and oral communication skills
• Maintaining educational records
• Developing curriculum
• Selecting textbooks and supplementary materials
• Evaluating students? progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Maintaining/requisitioning supplies and equipment
• Demonstrating current knowledge of information management technology processes, procedures, regulations, and information technology applications
• Demonstrating knowledge of GARP standards
• Aligning course competencies and student learning outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• B Sc. or HND Degree in Computer Science/Tech, Library Science, Computer Information System or any related field.
• Min of 3 years related work experience

Compensation/Benefits:
Excellent benefit package.

Instructions for Resume Submission:
Interested applicant should send cover letter and CV on or before 18th May, 2012 to info@rimaw.org