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Are you looking for Hospitality Jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Senior Lecturer-(Hospitality And Hotel Management) job at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU)

Fort Portal, Uganda

Full-time

Deadline:

August 27, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM

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The Mountains of the Moon University, is a public university in Uganda. Founded as a private, non-profit institution, the university became a public institution following an executive directive in January 2018. It is named after the Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the Mountains of the Moon.

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Senior Lecturer-(Hospitality And Hotel Management) job at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU)

Job Description

The duties of a Senior Lecturer in Hospitality and Hotel Management typically involve a combination of teaching, research, administration, and industry engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum Development

Lecturing: Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, and tutorials to undergraduate and postgraduate students in subjects related to hospitality and hotel management.
Curriculum Design: Develop and update course content, ensuring it meets industry standards and the needs of students.

Student Assessment: Design, administer, and grade assessments, including exams, assignments, and practical evaluations.
Supervision: Supervise student projects, dissertations, and internships, providing guidance and support.

Research and Scholarly Activities

Conduct Research: Engage in high-quality research in hospitality and hotel management, contributing to academic knowledge and industry practices.
Publications: Publish research findings in reputable journals, books, and conferences.
Grant Writing: Apply for research funding from external sources to support research projects.
Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners on research projects and initiatives.

Qualifications and Competencies

Should have a PhD in Hospitality and Hotel Management, Tourism, Foods and Beverages, or Events Management, Masters in Hospitality and Hotel Management or Tourism, or Events Management or Hotel Management or Food and Beverage Management and Bachelors (Hons) Degree in Hospitality Management or Events Management or Tourism or Marketing, or Business Administration, or Business Studies, or Entrepreneurship.

Experience and Competences

Should have a PhD in the relevant discipline.
Should have at least five years of teaching experience at the level of higher level.
Should have at least five (5) internationally recognized peer reviewed publications in the field of specialization. At least one of the publications as a main author should have been produced since appointment or promotion to the rank of Lecturer.
Should have supervised at least three (3) graduate students to completion.
Demonstrated computer literacy and adequate communication skills are a MUST.
Implementation of a research project(s) as assistant Pl or member of a research team, is an added advantage.
Being a registered professional in the field of specialization is an added advantage.

How to Apply

APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF.
1. Application letter.
2. A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Certified copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copies of relevant appointment and confirmation letter (s).
5. Copy of a valid National Identity Card and work identity card.
6. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address.
7. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.
N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: The University Secretary. Mountains of the Moon University, P. O. Box 837, Lake Saaka Campus, Block C, Ground Level, Fort Portal, Uganda.
The deadline for receiving the application is by 5:00 p.m. on 27th September 2024. MMU is an equal opportunity employer and appointments to all positions are based on merit.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.