Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 26 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Position Overview
• The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is seeking a Part-Time Teaching Assistant (TA) to facilitate the delivery of the Health Policy and Political Economy (HPPE) course. The course will be offered in Rwanda between November 5 and December 11, 2023. The TA will provide support through grading, managing online course content, and collating, drafting, and editing materials as needed. The expected engagement is approximately 10 hours per week. 

Responsibilities 
The Teaching Assistant will commit to: 
• Working closely with the Course Instructors and Course Coordinator to deliver the Health Policy and Political Economy (HPPE) course  
• Grading student assessments, essays, reports, tests, and exams 
• Drafting and editing teaching and learning materials for the HPPE course 
• Responding promptly to student and administrative requests during the employment term. 
• Adhering to the UGHE Code of Conduct: 
UGHE aims to foster an environment where all members work productively and equitably in pursuit of academic, professional, and personal excellence. The community supports expression, inquiry, intellectual honesty, respect for the dignity and diversity of others, and openness to constructive change. The community will be tolerant and supportive, characterized by civility and consideration for others. All community behavior must be in accordance with Rwandan law. 
• Adhering to the UGHE Honor Code: 
As members of the UGHE academic community, we are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice; we make common cause with those in need, listen to learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. 

Experience and Qualifications 
• Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD), Master in Public Health, Health Policy 
• Completed coursework focused on policy, global health, equity/health disparities 
• Experience serving as a TA for undergraduate or graduate students, particularly in courses that emphasize policy analysis active learning approaches, including team-based learning and problem-based learning 
• Excellent writing and editing skills 
• Reliable and flexible, available up to 10 hours a week 
• Familiarity with online learning platforms, preference for the Canvas system 
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to effectively collaborate with culturally diverse staff across departments and countries 
• Interest in social justice is strongly desirable. 

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
• Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Undergraduate degree, (3) a cover letter discussing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload your cover letter, personal statement, and proof of degrees attained as a single PDF file under "Additional Files" on the application page.
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