SOS Children’s Villages invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criterion for the below one Position.

Position:                         Medical Lab Science Tutor

Reports to:                     College Principal

Duty station:                 Mogadishu/Heliwa     

Job summary:

The position holder is expected to work at SOS College of Health Science where s/he will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of the theoretical and practical trainings for the trainees under the supervision of the senior lecturers & the college principal.

Job responsibilities:

Ø  Meet with students individually and in small groups to reinforce and assist students with understanding content taught in courses like biochemistry, microbiology, parasitology, and immunology.

Ø  Prepare lecture notes in alignment with the training curriculum.

Ø  Create lesson plans and schemes of work for effective lecture delivery.

Ø  Present lectures to health science students (e.g., nursing, midwifery) in subjects like biochemistry, microbiology, parasitology, and immunology.

Ø  Ensure all necessary practical materials, equipment, and resources are available and ready for student use in laboratory and field settings.

Ø  Organize and manage the distribution and proper use of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Ø  Arrange students’ theory and practical schedules

Ø  Conduct timely assessments of students’ learning progress using both formative and summative methods to evaluate understanding and retention.

Ø  Supervise and assess students during practical fieldwork and laboratory sessions, ensuring they acquire hands-on experience and skills.

Ø  Maintain accurate records of students’ attendance.

Ø  Conduct regular and periodic mentorship and coaching sessions for students.

Ø  Work closely with senior lecturers to understand and fulfill assigned roles and responsibilities.

Ø  Prepare and maintain detailed records of students’ performance.

Ø  Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues

Ø  To undertake such other duties as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post.

Job competencies:

The candidate vying for the position has to fulfil the following conditions to be eligible to the person. The candidate should:

Ø  Hold a master’s or PhD degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Parasitology, Immunology, or a closely related field.

Ø  Have at least 3 years of relevant teaching experience in higher education, particularly in medical laboratory science or related subjects at university level.

Ø  Demonstrate experience in delivering lectures, conducting laboratory sessions, and mentoring students in biochemistry, microbiology, parasitology, and immunology.

Ø  Show proficiency in developing and implementing curriculum and instructional materials.

Ø  Having a proven track record of research in medical laboratory sciences, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals will be an added value.

Ø  Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Ø  Be adaptable to changing educational environments and able to incorporate new teaching strategies and technologies.

Ø  Have good communication, mentoring, coaching & presentation skills.

Ø  Handle student information and academic records with discretion, adhering to institutional policies and relevant regulation

Ø  Be proficient in written & spoken English

Ø  Have a ToT/ToF training certificate.

Ø  Be a computer literate

Ø  Be a good team player.

Ø  Report writing skills

Ø  Counseling skills

Ø  Computer application skills

Ø  Persuasion and negotiation skills

Safeguarding Commitment

SOS Children’s Villages Somalia holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes. SOS Children’s Villages organization is committed to safeguarding the rights of the children and therefore, is expected that every individual who joins with SOS Children’s Villages Somalia understand his/her responsibility in protecting and keeping children always safe.

Interested applicants should send their applications with a CV, clear subject line and scanned copies of your academic and professional certificates indicating telephone numbers and three referees to: this email [email protected]

Closing date is 2nd September,2024.