Lecturer – Nursing

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Rusangu University is an Adventist institution of higher learning, registered and recognized by the Higher Education Authority (HEA).

RU is an equal-opportunity employer that offers competitive remuneration packages.

Lecturer – Nursing (x1)

Location: Kitwe Campus

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 Certificate with Five (5) O’levels.
• Minimum of Master’s Degree in Nursing / Health Sciences.
• BSc in Nursing.
• PhD is an added advantage.
• Midwifery or Theater Certifications are added advantages.
• Valid practicing license from Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ).
• Certified and ZAQA-verified academic and professional qualifications.
• At least three (03) years of demonstrated teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

Job Purpose

To make a significant contribution to all activities of the organizational unit or inter-disciplinary area and play a significant role within his/her profession or discipline. Assist the Department Chairperson in the interpretation, application and achievement of the objectives, policies and regulations of the department. He/she will be responsible for all teaching and non-teaching duties assigned to him/her by the supervisor. He/she shall maintain a high level of professionalism in executing his/her teaching duties.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for classroom teaching and be directly in charge of the educational processes in his or her courses.
• Teach at least one course at post graduate level in his/her field of study if in possession of a PhD.
• Supervision of research activities in the program.
• Teach competently such courses as may be assigned by the chairperson.
• Lead students in meaningful learning experiences.
• Prepare and supervise/administer examinations.
• Serve as a student advisor as assigned by the Chairperson or Dean of the school.
• Serve as a programme coordinator as assigned by the Chairperson or Dean of the school.
• Serve on committees as may be assigned by management.
• Serve as faculty advisor to a student organization when assigned by the administration.
• Manage all the classroom guest speakers, films, videos and other programmes, ensuring they meet the ethical and spiritual standards of the university.
• Attend faculty meetings, departmental meetings, general assemblies, graduation exercises, and other designated university functions regularly.
• Carry out any activity assigned by supervisors.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the subject area, combined with a broad subject background, enables contributions to teaching programmes.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate students in Nursing.
• Knowledge of laboratory and audio/visual aids.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach and supervise undergraduate academic work.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work with strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for classroom teaching and be directly in charge of the educational processes in his or her courses.
• Teach at least one course at post graduate level in his/her field of study if in possession of a PhD.
• Supervision of research activities in the program.
• Teach competently such courses as may be assigned by the chairperson.
• Lead students in meaningful learning experiences.
• Prepare and supervise/administer examinations.
• Serve as a student advisor as assigned by the Chairperson or Dean of the school.
• Serve as a programme coordinator as assigned by the Chairperson or Dean of the school.
• Serve on committees as may be assigned by management.
• Serve as faculty advisor to a student organization when assigned by the administration.
• Manage all the classroom guest speakers, films, videos and other programmes, ensuring they meet the ethical and spiritual standards of the university.
• Attend faculty meetings, departmental meetings, general assemblies, graduation exercises, and other designated university functions regularly.
• Carry out any activity assigned by supervisors.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of the subject area, combined with a broad subject background, enables contributions to teaching programmes.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate students in Nursing.
• Knowledge of laboratory and audio/visual aids.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach and supervise undergraduate academic work.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work with strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate with Five (5) O’levels.
• Minimum of Master’s Degree in Nursing / Health Sciences.
• BSc in Nursing.
• PhD is an added advantage.
• Midwifery or Theater Certifications are added advantages.
• Valid practicing license from Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ).
• Certified and ZAQA-verified academic and professional qualifications.
• At least three (03) years of demonstrated teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

How to Apply

Job application procedure
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The subject line of the application should contain the name of the position that is being applied for as listed above e.g. 'Program Coordinator' and addressed to: The Human Resource and Administration Manager.

Applications should be made by sending the following information as ONE SINGLE attachment (either in PDF or word format)

• Cover letter addressing your interest and suitability for the job, Curriculum Vitae, including all qualifications and experience.
• The names, mail addresses, correspondence addresses and telephone numbers of three referees whom the University should contact.

Short-listed candidates will be expected to present original qualifications and other relevant documents during the interview.

Application deadline: The completed application documents should be mailed by Friday, 18th September, 2026 at 17:00 hours.