NILE VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE

Nile Vocational Institute (NVI) is a private Christian Inter-domination Vocational Institute established by the African Evangelistic Enterprise (AEE), a Ugandan NGO; in partnership with a Germany Child Care Organisation – Kindernothilfe (KNH) -Helping a child in need.  NVI was founded in 1988 and is registered with the Ministry of Education and Sports as a Technical Institution under registration number PTS/N/40.  Establishment of the Institute was premised on an effort to mitigate the effects of the civil wars in the 1970s and early 1980s coupled with the HIV/AIDS scourge.  AEE in partnership with KNH therefore aimed at providing interventions to salvage the desperate situation at the time especially among the young people, through preaching the gospel of hope and provide skills to the many orphans and vulnerable youths, for self-sustenance.

Our vision is:  “A Centre of Vocational Excellence in Africa”

Our mission is: “To holistically transform the lives of the youth through Evangelism and Vocational Skills Training”

Our core values are; God fearing, Excellence, Time management, Honesty, Discipline and Teamwork.

To ensure the achievements of its Vision, NVI Njeru is seeking for highly motivated persons and suitably qualified professionals with high and proven integrity, committed and passionate to our Vision, Mission and Core values, and with good Christian values for employment in the under listed positions.

If you are committed to our Vision, Mission and Core Values, send to the Director Nile Vocational Institute your application letters accompanied with certified academic documents, Curriculum Vitae bearing names of three referees to: uganda.coms@aeint.org not later than close of business on 1^st December, 2023.  Application instructions; clearly indicate the title of the Position you are applying for as the subject matter. Only pdf attachments will be accepted.

Job Title: Deputy Director Training and Academics (DDT/A)

Reports To: Director

Salary scale: N2

Vacancies: 01

Responsible for:        Dean of Students, Examinations Coordinator, Industrial Training Coordinator, Heads of Section, Librarian and Assistant Librarian.

Job Purpose: To spearhead and oversee student’s enrolments and statistical data base, effective curriculum delivery, quality teaching and instructions in all departments. Ensure efficiency in evaluation of learners, and be a team player in implementation of the institute strategic plan.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan and coordinate teaching and training operations to achieve the institute’s strategic aims and objectives.
2. Ensure that teaching, learning and evaluation of learners are conducted effectively in all departments and sections per approved standards and procedures.

• Plan and conduct periodic curriculum review with support of heads of sections to ensure relevance to the job market and furthering education of learners.

1. Coordinate teaching / training staff capacity building programmes through high quality continuous professional development and or coaching and mentoring.
2. Oversee compliance of teachers’ code of conduct at the institute, Christian values, child policy implementation and student’s safety, health and disciplinary obligations.
3. Coordinate quality assurance protocols accredited to the institute by Education Authorities to uphold periodic internal and external inspections.

• Develop a one stop centre for reliable student’s enrolment and performance database and relevant statistical data pertaining to teaching, learning and evaluation of learners.
• Accurately generate lists of students on campus.

1. Promote public relations and effective communication systems within the institute, peers and strategic partners for enhanced collaboration and networking.
2. Coordinate research on market driven courses and develop innovative and creative platforms to generate effective solutions to emerging challenges and problem solving.
3. Participate in budgeting process, manage and account for all resources channelled through the department and be a team player in institute financial management programmes.

• Comply with the institute’s policies and procedures and attend Governing Council meetings.
• Carryout any other duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Qualifications and Work experience

1. Masters’ degree in a Technical related field and a Post Graduate diploma in Public Administration or Management Studies will be added advantage.
2. A Bachelors’ degree in Engineering or any related technical/vocational field.
3. A diploma in Technical Teacher/ Instructor Education (DITTE/DTTE from a recognised University/Institution or diploma in Vocational Instructor Training (DVT) is a must for all applicants and should be registered with the Ministry of Education and Sports.
4. Minimum of Nine (9) years Working experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Principal Lecturer or six (6) years at Senior Officer Level.
5. Should be conversant in running of Institute Affairs, procedures and systems, and should be well versed with the context of BTVET system and the Uganda tertiary education system.

Competencies/Skills:

1. Visionary, innovative and self-driven.
2. Excellent teaching, management and interpersonal skills.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Business management and networking skills.
5. Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
7. Computer literate.

Critical Qualities/

1. Demonstrates ability in the management of academic planning, programs and management;
2. Exceptionally proven high level of honesty, integrity and proficiency
3. Capacity to motivate and counsel staff and students;
4. Planning, organizing and coordinating;
5. Concern for quality, standards, accountability, self-driven, organized and disciplined;
6. Time management;
7. Passionate commitment to Nile Vocational Institutes’ Vision Mission and Values.
8. Mature Christian faith.
9. Professional in demeanour, appearance, writing and oral communication.
10. Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude.
11. Intelligent, creative and proactive problem solver.

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