Background: 

To operate effectively as part of a team of academic, technical and administrative colleagues in order to facilitate learning and the advancement of knowledge through teaching, training, consultancy and administration. The Senior Instructor is also expected to develop and carry out relevant independent research projects to extend knowledge in the appropriate subject area and assist the Head of School and the College Dean in the delivery of the program in Border Management and Security Studies, covering academic units, research work and other related activities required by the program.

More specifically, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out teaching, course co-ordination and curriculum development for all levels from Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Undergraduate Degrees as part of development duties and other activities as required at the undergraduate and, later, postgraduate levels.  

Person Specification: 

Essential:

• Masters in the relevant field (FQF level 9).
• 3 - 4 years of industry/ teaching experience.
• Administrative duties
• Industry engagement.
• Academic and/or industrial collegiality.
• Can teach proficiently at undergraduate level (FQF Level 8).
• University Service (administration).
• Community Service (contributions to the wider profession).

Desirable:

• Published in peer reviewed ranked journals and may also publish other appropriate bodies (trade or practitioner journals).

Note:
The University will take into account the minimum qualification requirements (MQR) for the position alongside relevant experience and technical expertise during the recruitment and selection process. All three factors will be considered during the selection process when reaching a decision.

Salary: FJD56,335.00 gross per annum plus 10% superannuation

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.
3. vacancy2@fnu.ac.fj : For other queries regarding the advertised position, expression of interest or FNU careers.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.