Nursing/Midwifery Tutor

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

SOS Children’s Villages International is an umbrella organization to which all SOS Children’s Villages including SOS Children’s Villages Somalia Association is affiliated. SOS Children’s Villages Somalia has officially been working in Somalia since 1985. SOS is currently working in134 countries worldwide. We are committed to the welfare of children – often throughout the whole of their childhood, and to strengthening families and communities as a preventive measure in the fight against abandonment and social neglect. We also run education and health facilities. With the SOS Children’s Village concept, the organization pioneered a family approach to the long-term care of orphaned and abandoned children. SOS Children’s Villages upholds child protection policy and our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children and youth from abuse. SOS Children’s Villages Somalia current works in three regions; Banadir Region (Heliwa, Wadajir, Dharkenley and Dayninle districts) southwest-state (Baidoa, Burhakaba, Berdale, Baidoa and Hudur) and Hirshabelle State (Jowhar, Adale & Balcad).

SOS Children’s Villages invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates whofulfill the eligibility criterion for the below position.

Position title:                         Nursing/Midwifery Tutor

Reporting to:                         College of Health Science University Principal

Duty station:                          Heliwa Mogadishu

Job summary:

The role involves demonstrating and teaching patient care in both classroom and clinical settings to health science students. Responsibilities include delivering lectures and hands-on training in various nursing and healthcare subjects, ensuring students develop the necessary knowledge and practical skills. The position may involve a combination of teaching and research activities. Additionally, the employee is expected to design and implement instructional strategies that enhance student learning, assess academic performance, and contribute to curriculum development in nursing, midwifery, and public health studies.

Job responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and small group instruction to strengthen students' understanding of key subjects, including Fundamentals of Nursing, Pathology, Medical surgical Nursing, Medical Nursing, Obstetrics, Trauma & Emergency, Communicable Diseases, Community Health, Psychiatry, Orthopaedic, Theatre Nursing & Physiotherapy.
• Conduct hands-on practical sessions and clinical demonstrations to enhance students' technical skills and real-world application.
• Assess student performance through coursework evaluation, grading, and practical competency assessments.
• Supervise and mentor students in research projects, academic writing, and evidence-based practice.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, academic progress, and assessment outcomes.
• Plan, organize, and manage class schedules to ensure smooth course coordination and effective learning.
• Provide academic mentorship and professional guidance to support students' career development.
• Train medical staff in essential skills and knowledge areas relevant to their roles.
• Collaborate with faculty and institutional leadership to enhance curriculum development and instructional strategies.
• Manage and maintain comprehensive alumni records, ensuring accurate tracking of graduates' career progress, professional achievements, and ongoing engagement with the institution.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned to support institutional objectives and academic excellence.

Job competencies:

• Registered Community Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Midwifery and a Master’s degree in Nursing, Midwifery, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience at the university level, with demonstrated ability to deliver both theoretical and practical instruction effectively.
• This position is open to Somali National only.
• Proficient in essential nursing and midwifery procedures, including clinical demonstrations, patient care techniques, and supervision of student practice.
• Strong academic writing and reporting skills, capable of producing structured, evidence-based documentation and assessments.
• Effective counseling and mentorship abilities, supporting students’ academic progress and professional development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse student groups and collaborate with faculty and staff.
• Advanced computer literacy, including use of educational platforms, digital tools for teaching, and academic record management systems.
• Persuasion and negotiation skills, useful in academic coordination, student engagement, and institutional collaboration.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning, with a proactive approach to improving teaching practices and student outcomes.

Safeguarding Commitment:

SOS Children’s Villages Somalia holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference processes. SOS Children’s Villages organization is committed to safeguarding the rights of the children and

therefore, is expected that every individual who joins with SOS Children’s Villages Somalia understand his/her responsibility in protecting and keeping children always safe.

 Application Procedure:

        Interested applicants should send their applications with a CV and scanned copies of your
        academic and professional certificates indicating telephone numbers and three referees to the position link.

Closing date is. 4th January 2026