School of Sports and Health - Associate Lecturer (Outdoor Education)

[What the role is]

The School of Sports and Health, a leading institution in sports and health education, invites passionate and driven individuals to join its dynamic team. The Diploma in Outdoor Education (DOE) team aspires to be a prominent thought leader, recognized as a trusted and relevant

source for research, training, and development within the outdoor education, recreation, and special needs sectors.

[What you will be working on]

Associate Lecturer for Diploma in Outdoor Education will contribute towards the following:

• Deliver quality Pre-Employment Training (PET) modules and Continuing Education

and Training (CET) programmes, in areas such as

• Climbing and Abseiling

• Kayaking

• Challenge Course Management

• Land-based outdoor skills such as campcraft and navigation

• Supervision and management

• Instruction and Facilitation

• Adventure and experiential education

• Environmental studies and Nature interpretation

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to holistic student development, including mentoring, guidance, and support for students’ academic, personal, and professional growth.

• Serve as a positive role model for students, exemplifying professionalism, integrity, care, and responsible conduct in all learning and engagement contexts.

• Develop relevant curriculum based on up-to-date industry practices and research findings in outdoor technical skills

[What we are looking for]

• Qualification in related disciplines, with at least 5 years of relevant industry experience.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Good time management and organizational / administrative skills to complete tasks

on time.

• Agility to learn and adapt to changes.

• Possess the passion for the outdoors, responsible, reliable, independent, pro-active,

problem-solving initiative, resourceful and a good team player.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain quality

working relationships with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.

• Proficient in the following methods of instruction and facilitation skills:

• Group management skills

• Group facilitation and review skills

• Presentation and lecturing skills

• Programme/game design and lesson planning skills

• Advanced certification relevant outdoor and adventure skills such as;

• Kayak Level 3 Coaching and/or

• Climbing Instructor Category 2 and/or

• Abseiling Level 3.

• First Aid and CPR AED certification

• Experience in designing and conducting programmes for participants with disabilities,

elderly or children will be an advantage