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
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