JOB TITLE:         Department Administrator SOBE (temporary)

DEPARTMENT:   Economics

REPORTS TO:    Head of the Department 

PURPOSE: Department Administrators are administrative staff that work at the departmental level and coordinate with the Department Head and school personnel to support and provide guidance on the administration of compliance, financial, personnel, and other related aspects. Department Administrators report to the Heads of Departments.

CONTEXT:  As a response to the rapidly changing environment in the Higher Education Sector, WIUT has transitioned to a new Faculty and Academic Administration Structure in early 2020. The new WIUT structure includes three Schools: (i) School of Business and Economics (SOBE); (ii) School of Law, Technology and Education (SOLTE), and (iii) The Graduate School (GS), offering doctoral programmes. Each school contains academic departments. The post holder will be responsible for administrative support and coordination within the Department.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• to enable the Faculty to manage its affairs and to improve the interface with departments such as HR/Finance/Marketing as well as the close relationship with the Academic Registrars department.
• to develop a staff record system and to interface with the HR system for the support of the Dean and the Faculty Management Team (FTM) in the management of the Staff of the Faculty.
• to provide monitoring information on staff performance collected via a number of instruments.
• to interface with HR and finance on staff records and reports, staff appointments, staff salary structures, etc.
• to oversee the administration of the performance appraisal system and collecting performance statistics for the FMT.
• to handle enquires from students and visitors for the Faculty.
• secretarial support for meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes and action follow- through of meetings.
• preparation of reports as required and other documentation including general record keeping and updating.
• to carry out any other duties as required in consultation with the Dean and Faculty Administration Manager.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree
• English language proficiency to a level equivalent of an Academic member of staff
• Knowledge of Uzbek and Russian

EXPERIENCE

• Evidence of work experience in administrative positions
• Experience of working with people and dealing with their needs
• Experience of a higher education institution or similar organisation

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Empathy with student needs and concerns
• Able to keep confidences and respect for others opinions
• Ability to communicate with a range and at different levels in an organisation
• High proficiency in ICT skills
• Open and critical, supportive yet assertive attitude to colleagues
• Ability to follow systems and procedures
• Attentive to details
• Ability to prioritise 

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JOB TITLE:         Senior Specialist in Knowledge Management 

DEPARTMENT:  Learning Resource Center

REPORTS TO:    Head of LRC 

PURPOSE:   To take a leading role in the provision of an effective library and information service to all library users, providing senior in-depth support to WIUT Community in related areas.

 CONTEXT:  Senior Specialist in Knowledge Management has frequent contact with academic staff students and researchers and they are expected to engage fully with the relevant Courses to ensure that services and stock support the curriculum. S/he will have a sound understanding of digital developments and their implications for learning, teaching and the provision of library services and stock.                     

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop a high level of subject information expertise relevant to the requirements of the University, matching the resources to the needs and policy of the course. Take a lead role in review and validation activity
• Lead the design and delivery of information literacy skills programs for all levels of learning 5 sessions a month
• Take a leading and proactive approach to developing academic staff members’ information literacy skills.
• Take a senior role in ensuring effective links between academic staff and the library, particularly but not necessarily exclusively in the subject areas associated with the post; attend all relevant course committees and meetings on behalf of LRC, and report back regularly to the LRC Manager
• Develop library collections in any form of media leading on the investigation and exploitation of electronic information services.
• Actively participate and/or lead meetings and project teams with a view to developing and maintaining the best possible quality of service.
• Lead and manage high quality, innovative approaches to academic liaison, information skills, collection development and enquiry services in active partnership with Schools and other departments to anticipate changing information and educational requirements.
• Review existing site based enquiry services and information literacy programs (face to face and virtual) make recommendations and implement changes to existing services  
• Establish and lead an ongoing program of projects and developments in support of the development and exploitation of electronic and printed collections
• Conduct  induction sessions for the existing students, staff members, applicants and their parents
• Undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence as required by LRC Manager   

Person Specification

 Short-listing is carried out on the basis of the evidence candidates offer in all areas of this specification.

The appointee should be able to demonstrate the following:

Qualification

• 1^st Degree in the area of specialization is compulsory
• Master’s degree in the areas taught at the university
• English language proficiency as for the Academic Staff

Experience

• Knowledge of contemporary developments in the areas taught at the university
• Experience of supporting university courses in the discipline outlined in the advertisement
• Experience of preparing learning support materials in a blended (face to face and online) environment
• Supervisory experience

Aptitudes, Abilities, Skills and Personal Qualities

• The ability to work to agreed timescales while standards of accuracy are maintained
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational, analytic and time- management skills
• The ability and enthusiasm to adapt to changing professional standards, information technologies and educational requirements.
• A good spread of relevant IT skills and knowledge in educational software tools is desirable
• An aptitude for the motivation of both self and others
• Ability to be an active and effective team member
• Flexibility, enthusiasm and a willingness to undertake a complex variety of tasks.

Note: This job description does not form part of your contract but is provided for guidance. The precise duties and responsibilities of any job may be expected to change over time. Job Holders should be consulted over any changes to this job description before implementation.

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JOB TITLE:       Course Leader for MSc in Business Intelligence and Analytics

SCHOOL:        SOLTE

DEPARTMENT:    Computing

REPORTS TO:      Head of the department

CONTEXT:            Course Leaders play an important and role in the management, planning and operations of running of the course and enhancing the overall student learning experience. They work with Heads of Departments to ensure the staffing of the modules complies to the requirements of the degree and that the subject development enriches the student experience.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Leadership

• To lead a course team with high standards of delivery
• To be the main point of reference for students registered on the course

Quality Assurance and Enhancement

• To ensure that the student experience is at the highest level and complies with the expectation of students and graduate destination providers
• To ensure that curriculum development within the degree delivers the expected graduate outcomes
• To fulfill the Quality Assurance requirements of the course, completing the AMPR cycle and contributing to quality enhancement
• To collect and act upon student feedback from the course
• To work with Head of Department and Module leaders to ensure the delivery, assessment and student experience is maintained to the highest standards
• To ensure the validated conditions/requirements are consistently maintained

Student Experience and Achievement

• To engage in the process of admission so that new students meets admissions requirements, working closely with Marketing and Admissions
• To ensure the course is promoted in a responsible manner

• To monitor student progression and achievement and to ensure that action is taken to maintain and enhance student performance
• To provide student induction and advice for new students and to ensure continuing students are aware and relate to the requirements of the university
• To ensure students with progression and related issues
• To engender a course spirit that reflects the objectives and rational of the course and is within the framework of the Universities policies, procedure and culture
• To provide a communication framework with students on the course
• To work with other course leaders to ensure best practice is shared

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person appointed to this post should be able to demonstrate the following essential elements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates are expected to hold a higher degree, preferably a PhD and/or relevant professional qualification, preferably from an internationally recognized institute of Higher Education
• Candidates should be fluent in English either with 6.5 IELTS or a subject qualification taught and assessed in English as per the policy for Academic staff

EXPERIENCE

• An understanding of the requirements for teaching in Higher Education in an international environment.
• A specialist interest and output in teaching and research
• Evidence of an understanding of Quality Enhancement and its contribution to the overall student experience process and the application to educational processes
• Evidence of policy formulation and execution
• Evidence of being able to handle student academic advice and requests or in a position of influence and leadership
• Excellent in writing and reporting skills
• Evidence of good interpersonal skills, including presentation and communication skills
• Appropriate level of computer literacy

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• The applicants will need to demonstrate their commitment, flexibility, passion and enthusiasm for the subject area
• Willingness to learn and adapt, to be proactive as well as responsive to the needs of the University and its community of scholars, students and staff
• Open and engaging to contemporary developments in Higher Education and a passion to stretch the boundaries of teaching quality

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JOB TITLE:             Counselling Psychologist

DEPARTMENT:      Student support service

REPORTS TO:        Director of Student Support Services

PURPOSE:               To provide effective and integrated counselling and psychological services to students of the University, by delivering clinical assessment, counselling and other related forms of assistance to students, consultations, training, guidance and support to staff of the University on matters concerning student mental and emotional wellbeing, active involvement in service development and in improving policies and practices within the University, design and deliver psycho educational group programmes.

CONTEXT:             WIUT Student Support Services provide a wide range of support services to students including Academic Support, Student Information & Advice, Personal and Professional Development, Health and Welfare. The Health and Welfare team combines a number of services to deliver holistic support for students, including Health Services, Sports and Psychological Counselling.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To provide expert short-term counselling/psychological therapy to students presenting to the service, both individually and in groups.
• To provide professional clinical assessments and make appropriate decisions regarding the potential course of action for students.
• To administer same-day mini appointment service for students.
• To take a lead role in devising and delivering psychoeducational group programmes
• To deliver training in the areas of mental health and wellbeing for University staff and students and to create and deliver presentations and workshops to a range of audiences at across the University at departmental training days or similar University events to raise awareness of the service and appropriate referral mechanisms
• In collaboration with the Director of Student Support Services and other colleagues, to contribute to the development of university strategies, policies and practices, which ensure a healthier learning and working environment for students and staff.
• To be responsible for providing an informed opinion and/or verifying students’ mitigating circumstances to academic colleagues and external funding bodies in accordance with the University regulations, ethical framework and confidentiality agreement.
• To work in liaison with other colleagues involved in the pastoral care and mental health provision at the University (Academic Counsellors).
• To review and evaluate client work through clinical and management supervision in order to ensure competence, fitness to practice and to comply with professional standards.
• To take responsibility for specific areas of service development and delivery in consultation with the Director of Student Support Services
• To pursue continued professional development opportunities and actively participate in professional associations in order to maintain accreditation and also ensure increased knowledge base, self-awareness and enhanced skills.
• To maintain appropriate electronic and written records on clients, including session notes and records of contact with other relevant parties.
• To routinely monitor and review casework to ensure compliance with professional ethics and standards, and to take responsibility for deciding when to invoke peer or management supervision in order to address difficult ethical dilemmas or exceptionally complex cases.
• To organise and prioritise caseload, taking into account students’ needs and any urgent action required.
• To organise and prioritise availability for student appointments, same-day mini-appointments sessions, and workshops, ensuring an appropriate service level is maintained at all times
• To contribute to the writing and production of a range of publications and guidance for students and staff, including material for print and online channels, to ensure the availability of relevant and accessible information on a range of student wellbeing issues
• To collaborate with colleagues across the Department and University on projects as agreed with the Director of Student Support
• To work collaboratively within the Health and Welfare Services team and play a proactive role in the development of the service, contributing to the formulation and revision of policies, procedures and operational matters, to ensure high service standards at all times

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person appointed to this post should be able to demonstrate the following essential elements:

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree or equivalent professional qualification, preferably with specialism in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrable experience in relation to conducting clinical assessments, including the management of risk

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Understanding of the issues affecting adults engaged in Further and/or Higher education, and their relationship to student mental health and wellbeing
• Well-developed aptitude for self-awareness and demonstrable self-reflexive practice enabling the candidate to work calmly under pressure
• A good understanding of the emotional and developmental aspects of learning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Uzbek, Russian and English
• IT literate (e.g. electronic databases/file systems; interrogating and reporting on data; email and other electronic communication; social media)
• Ability to work on own initiative and manage the competing demands of a varied workload
• Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a team, and across a range of academic and professional staff

Note: This job description does not form part of your contract but is provided for guidance. The precise duties and responsibilities of any job may be expected to change over time. Job Holders should be consulted over any changes to this job description before implementation.

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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for overall planning and organizing the recruitment & selection process. Revises and ensures compliance of internal recruitment and selection policies.
• Builds talent pipelines for current and future job opening, leads all sourcing strategies (online, social networking, professional entities).
• Manages external partnerships with recruitment agencies, colleges, professional & state entities and recruitment sources. Communicates with internal stakeholders, promotes employee referral programs.
• Promotes positive employer branding and coordinates external and internal communications.
• In cooperation with other departments/sections participates in and host events to drive brand awareness of the university.
• Oversees all stages of candidate experience (including application, screening, selection and boarding). Cooperates with personnel affairs section on human resource planning. Forecasts hiring needs based on business growth plans
• Participates in and host recruitment events to drive brand awareness of the university.
• Develops a network of potential future hires (e.g. past applicants and referred candidates). Manages candidates reserve database.
• Sets key recruitment metrics, like source of hire and time-to-hire.
• Participates in HR projects.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person appointed to this post should be able to demonstrate the following essential elements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area and preferably a post graduate degree;
• Be competent in English, Uzbek or Russian both oral and written.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years’ experience of international HR practices, preferably in education;
• Experience in management skills;
• Evidence of team leadership and working with teams;
• Evidence of Human Resource management (recruitment and selection) skills;
• Evidence of reporting and presentation skills.

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• An understanding of the educational environment or similar professional environments
• An ability to think creatively, able to produce practical results.
• Managerial skills, in managing professionals and managing across areas
• A strong sense of corporate commitment to the mission and objectives of the University
• Information systems skills
• Communication skills with a professional audience
• Good interpersonal, presentational and social skills 

How to Apply

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JOB TITLE:        Customer Services Officer

DEPARTMENT:  Learning Resource Center (LRC)

REPORTS TO:    Head of Customer Service Team

LRC Working Hours:

During semester:

Mon - Fri 9:00 - 20:00
(Working by schedule) two or three times from 11:00 to 20:00 a week.

Saturday 9:00-18:00 (By schedule) One or two times a month

Off semester
Mon - Fri 9:00 - 18:00 (One shift only)

PURPOSE: To assist Customer Service Team to ensure smooth operation of the customers services of the LRC in order to promote quality independent learning and equal access of all LRC users to learning resources and research materials in a customer friendly manner. To organize induction sessions as for students as well as academic staff members, user consultancy on LRC materials.

CONTEXT: The LRC will provide a customer friendly environment that provides learning resources and research material for all the LRC community.  Customer friendly and focused services need to be responsive and available within the resources, policies and regulations of the university.  There are a set of posts that provides these services, some are focused on an individual, others shared duties with colleagues who have other responsibilities.  In all cases post holders are expected to demonstrate responsible and responsive customer focused attitude and service.  Appointments will be made to an area and a specific set of duties and responsibilities will be assigned.  As an example the following are those for the support in the main learning area of the LRC

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist LRC community with search and research enquiries, and any other customer related function
• Operate the circulation system (check in and checkout items) issuing and returning books; operating the reservations system, register new LRC patrons
• Provide feedback on the efficiency and effectiveness of the customer service functions
• Ensure that the LRC stock is in good order: shelving and filing new and returned books and materials
• Review and maintain LRC materials in usable condition: cleaning, covering, replacing spine and date labels
• Maintain a comfortable and friendly environment, ensuring all customer related information is accessible and up to date
• Assist in operational activities such as the inventory process
• Participate in professional development activities as appropriate
• Assist in the development of WebOPAC, Digital Library, Moodle and other LRC related platforms
• Assist in induction sessions for the existing and new students, staff members, applicants and their parents
• Conduct induction sessions for the existing students, staff members, applicants and their parents
• Any other duties as appropriate and required by the LRC Manager and Head of Customer Service Team

Person Specification

The appointee should be able to demonstrate the following:

Short-listing is carried out on the basis of the evidence candidates offer in all areas of this specification.

Qualification

• 1st degree in any area is preferable
• English language proficiency

Aptitudes, Abilities, Skills and Personal Qualities

• Electronic research proficiency and analytical ability
• Interpersonal and communications skills
• Aptitude for detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Desirable proficiency with MS Office, Photoshop, Powerpoint, video editor software etc

Note: This job description does not form part of the employee's contract of employment but is provided for guidance. The precise duties and responsibilities of any job may be expected to change over time.

How to Apply

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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for creating positive HR branding, public relations, internal and external communications.
• Elaborates university’s strategy and direction on emphasizing positive employer branding using PR and communication methods as well as through social projects to increase awareness in domestic and international area.
• Serves as the production editor of the corporate weekly newsletter.
• Collaborates with Marketing and Communications department to promote and communicate activities aimed to increase public image. Conducts market analysis and works with focus groups. Plans and establishes university’s presence in social media.
• Assists recruitment and selection to promote job openings and career opportunities in the university. Participates in and host recruitment events to drive brand awareness of the university.
• Engages in recruitment and selection process activities at the University
• Ensures organizational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated to employees and stakeholders. Uses appropriate media to communicate with university’s personnel internally, delivers presentations at organizational events.
• Handles the internal communication response to crisis situations which affect organizational perception and reputation.
• Develops and conducts employee/employer surveys and provides feedback to increase the employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Closely collaborates with all sections and assists Head of Recruitment and Selection on day-to-day operations.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person appointed to this post should be able to demonstrate the following essential elements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area and preferably a post graduate degree;
• Be competent in English, Uzbek or Russian both oral and written.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year experience of HR, Public Relations or Marketing practices;
• Evidence of working with teams;
• Evidence of knowledge in Human Resource management;
• Evidence of reporting and presentation skills.

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• An understanding of the educational environment or similar professional environments.
• An ability to work in teams.
• An ability to think creatively, able to produce practical results.
• A strong sense of corporate commitment to the mission and objectives of the University
• Information systems skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal, presentational and social skills.

How to Apply

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This position is preferable for WIUT graduates 

JOB TITLE:              Senior Officer on Alumni Relationship Management

DEPARTMENT:      Student support service

REPORTS TO:        Director of Student Support Services

PURPOSE:  To be responsible for devising and implementing WIUT’s strategy for fostering excellent alumni relations that will build and strengthen relationships between the University and its community of graduates in order to maximise alumni and donor interest in, and engagement with, the University.

CONTEXT:   WIUT is a new and different university.  The university needs to promote and inform the markets it serves, including the Business, Corporate and Professional Market. These markets have not been addressed by universities in Uzbekistan and it is the universities mission to exploit the opportunities, not for profit but for commercial gain and to feed into the Universities research and consultancy portfolio.  There is a requirement for positive Public Relations and informed decision making on the nature of the market and the post is the first stage in this process.  The post holder is required to be able to develop and use networks, be client focused and fully aware of the University’s corporate position

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To be responsible, in consultation with relevant administration and individuals, for developing and implementing the University’s Alumni Relations strategy.
• To proactively forge and maintain excellent relationships with the alumni to support the University’s activities by increasing their willingness to be involved, and with students across the University’s programmes to raise awareness of the alumni network and establish the relationship prior to graduation.
• To engage alumni through effective and persuasive communication, whether face-to-face, online, written or verbal.
• To open dialogue with alumni to ascertain potential areas of support for the University’s activities with alumni and corporate contacts, especially for assisting in securing placements, projects, guest speakers and general advice and support for current students and alumni.
• To produce an e-newsletter to be sent to all alumni, customising content where appropriate.
• To develop, enhance and contribute to online communications and in particular Facebook and other social networking platforms.
• To identify potential speakers for careers events, student lectures, alumni events and corporate occasions from both within the alumni network and externally.
• To research and generate ideas for events and other means of engaging alumni, targeting specific groups where possible.
• To ensure alumni events are executed effectively and within budget.
• To be responsible, in consultation with the Director of Student Support Services, for developing the Alumni Relations budget and tailoring the Alumni Relations programme to the available resources and monitoring expense against that budget.
• To liaison with senior University colleagues on matters relating to alumni events, alumni group activities, web and email communication.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person appointed to this post should be able to demonstrate the following essential elements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Competent in English, Russian, Uzbek both oral and written;

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in an alumni relations, fundraising, public relations or similar role.
• Evidence of some dealings with organisations and corporate clients;
• Experience of delivering high-quality events and communications within a wider strategic framework

APTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Excellent communication, public speaking skills;
• Good ICT skills;
• Networking and social skills to work in a Business and Professional environment
• Innovative, and dynamic, with a practical approach;
• An understanding of the educational environment or similar professional environments;
• An ability to think strategically and creatively, able to adopt ideas and to produce practical results;
• A strong sense of corporate commitment to the mission and objectives of the University;

How to Apply

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Contract basis position 

Department: Management and Marketing (Global Business Environment module ) 

Duty station: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Reports to: Head of Department

WIUT Background

Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) is the first international university in Uzbekistan to offer a Western-style education with UK qualifications. WIUT was established in 2002 in conjunction with the "UMID" Presidential Foundation, the Ministry of Higher and Secondary Specialized Education, and the University of Westminster in London. WIUT is still a young university with nearly 5,000 students and more than 140 full-time faculties, but with an established presence and a growing international reputation. WIUT has blended the traditions and standards of British education with the culture and environment of Central Asia.

WIUT’s development strategy is based on three strategic affairs of the University: Student Experience, Staff Experience, and Society Engagement. Our Strategic Priorities are focused on enhancing these three pillars by Strengthening, Smartening and Sustaining them. For more information: https://www.wiut.uz/

Summary of Position and Key Responsibilities

The university has developed an environment and a set of policies that encourages the development of a professional relationship amongst all colleagues, in particular, it wishes to promote a professional relationship with academic staff that encourages a commitment to and delivery of an assured level of quality of teaching, research, learning, scholarship and corporate engagement. This requires a culture of mutual respect, personal responsibility and a commitment to the highest standards of professional engagement. The university offers a range of the University of Westminster validated courses, and has developed a range of related subject areas covering, for example; Business, Business Information Systems, Law, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Quantitative Methods, English for Academic Purposes, etc. A Teaching Assistant will be appointed to a subject area and is expected to undertake seminars, workshops teachings, and assist module leader(s) and lectures with duties relating to the development, delivery, and administration of a module or set of modules. A Teaching Assistant is also expected to engage in scholarly activity that underpins the delivery and development of the modules. A Teaching Assistant is also expected to engage in institutional projects, events, and community service relating to the mission and direction of the university.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

To teach and undertake assessment marking on a range of module seminars and workshops at Pre-foundation or/and 'Foundation ( Pre-Foundation Studies course (CPFS) and Certificate of International Foundation Studies (CIFS) courses' level modules, see more: http://www.wiut.uz/pre-foundation and wiut.uz/foundation

• To assist the Module Leader in developing teaching and assessment materials within the subject area.
• To undertake scholarly activity as appropriate in the subject area, to support the curriculum, teaching, assessment, and learning resources for the modules, courses, and related educational provision of the university.
• To undertake the administrative and organizational requirements of teaching and related professional educational provision.
• To undertake personal and professional development to support the teaching and scholarly activities.
• To undertake other duties at a similar level of responsibility and challenge as and when required in consultation with the Head of Department.

Required Qualifications and Experience 

QUALIFICATIONS.

• Candidates are expected to hold a minimum Bachelor degree (1st or 2.1 honors requirement), relevant professional qualification, preferably from UK Higher Education HE.
• Candidates should be fluent in English either with 7.0 IELTS or a subject qualification taught and assessed in English as per the policy on Academic staff.

 EXPERIENCE.

• An understanding of the requirements for teaching in a British HEI.
• Evidence of awareness of professional interest and scholarly activity in the area.

ATTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Commitment, flexibility, passion, and enthusiasm for the subject area.
• Interest in teaching. 
• Appropriate level of computer literacy.
• Evidence of good interpersonal skills, including presentation and communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply please complete this application form online and upload

(1) a cover letter indicating the position applied, past teaching and research experience, reasons why the position is of interest, evaluation of your fit with the Department’s teaching and research profile

(2) an up-to-date CV 

(3) copy and transcripts of diploma (Bachelors)

(4) contact information for 2 professional references 

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Department: Global Education

Duty station: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Reports to: Head of Department

Date posted: 12.08.2024

Deadline: 26.08.2024

WIUT Background

Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) is the first international university in Uzbekistan to offer a Western-style education with UK qualifications. WIUT was established in 2002 in conjunction with the "UMID" Presidential Foundation, the Ministry of Higher and Secondary Specialized Education, and the University of Westminster in London. WIUT is still a young university with nearly 5,000 students and more than 140 full-time faculties, but with an established presence and a growing international reputation. WIUT has blended the traditions and standards of British education with the culture and environment of Central Asia.

WIUT’s development strategy is based on three strategic affairs of the University: Student Experience, Staff Experience, and Society Engagement. Our Strategic Priorities are focused on enhancing these three pillars by Strengthening, Smartening and Sustaining them. For more information: https://www.wiut.uz/

Summary of Position and Key Responsibilities

The university has developed an environment and a set of policies that encourages the development of a professional relationship amongst all colleagues, in particular, it wishes to promote a professional relationship with academic staff that encourages a commitment to and delivery of an assured level of quality of teaching, research, learning, scholarship and corporate engagement. This requires a culture of mutual respect, personal responsibility and a commitment to the highest standards of professional engagement. The university offers a range of the University of Westminster validated courses, and has developed a range of related subject areas covering, for example; Business, Business Information Systems, Law, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Quantitative Methods, English for Academic Purposes, etc. A Teaching Assistant will be appointed to a subject area and is expected to undertake seminars, workshops teachings, and assist module leader(s) and lectures with duties relating to the development, delivery, and administration of a module or set of modules. A Teaching Assistant is also expected to engage in scholarly activity that underpins the delivery and development of the modules. A Teaching Assistant is also expected to engage in institutional projects, events, and community service relating to the mission and direction of the university.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

To teach and undertake assessment marking on a range of module seminars and workshops at Pre-foundation or/and 'Foundation ( Pre-Foundation Studies course (CPFS) and Certificate of International Foundation Studies (CIFS) courses' level modules, see more: http://www.wiut.uz/pre-foundation and wiut.uz/foundation

• To assist the Module Leader in developing teaching and assessment materials within the subject area.
• To undertake scholarly activity as appropriate in the subject area, to support the curriculum, teaching, assessment, and learning resources for the modules, courses, and related educational provision of the university.
• To undertake the administrative and organizational requirements of teaching and related professional educational provision.
• To undertake personal and professional development to support the teaching and scholarly activities.
• To undertake other duties at a similar level of responsibility and challenge as and when required in consultation with the Head of Department.

Required Qualifications and Experience 

QUALIFICATIONS.

• Candidates are expected to hold a minimum Bachelor degree (1st or 2.1 honors requirement), relevant professional qualification, preferably from UK Higher Education HE.
• Candidates should be fluent in English either with 7.0 IELTS or a subject qualification taught and assessed in English as per the policy on Academic staff.

 EXPERIENCE.

• An understanding of the requirements for teaching in a British HEI.
• Evidence of awareness of professional interest and scholarly activity in the area.

ATTITUDES, ABILITIES, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Commitment, flexibility, passion, and enthusiasm for the subject area.
• Interest in teaching. 
• Appropriate level of computer literacy.
• Evidence of good interpersonal skills, including presentation and communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply please complete this application form online and upload

(1) a cover letter indicating the position applied, past teaching and research experience, reasons why the position is of interest, evaluation of your fit with the Department’s teaching and research profile

(2) an up-to-date CV 

(3) copy and transcripts of diploma (Bachelors)

(4) contact information for 2 professional references 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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