Job Description

[What the role is]

This is a 2-year position as a Lecturer, Eldercare in the School of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies.

[What you will be working on]

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:


Curriculum development, course delivery (face-to-face/online) and project supervision for youth and adult learners in the following areas:


Perspectives of Ageing Empowerment & Wellness for Seniors Inclusive Ageing & Society Lifespan and Psychology of Ageing Gerontechnology and Behaviour Design Social Policy & Legislation in Ageing Population Health & Ageing Community Development for Seniors Intergenerational Service-Learning Multidisciplinary industry-based projects Able to teach at least one evening or weekends in the week Lead and identify new initiatives and collaborations with the industry, institutes of higher learnings & related agencies Stay updated on trends in community solution and care planning for seniors and integrates these into teaching and project work Handle administrative work relating to teaching and assigned projects Supervise students during internships

[What we are looking for]

Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Gerontology or equivalent Direct experience and strong interest in eldercare Experience in volunteer management, programme and project management in social, community and/or eldercare settings Experience in teaching communications related subjects and/or have IT skills will be an advantage An agile team player with good interpersonal and communication skills Proficient in project/time management with a keen attention to detail * Connections within the non-profit, social service, or care sectors