Job Purpose

To provide quality teaching, undertake research, and community engagement to promote Social Work and Social Administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop, review, and update course materials, lesson plans, and syllabi in line with current approved curriculum.
2. Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, and related learning activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students
3. Set, invigilate, mark, and assess coursework, tests, and examinations, and provide timely feedback.
4. Guide, advise and mentor students on academic progress and performances.
5. Conduct original research and publish scholarly work in reputable academic journals, books, or related platforms.
6. Disseminate research findings through conferences, seminars, workshops and webinars.
7. Supervise student projects, theses, dissertations, internships, fieldwork, and placements.
8. Participate in community outreach, serve on committees, and support student outreach programmes.
9. Perform any other official duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications:

a) Qualifications

1. PhD in Social Work and Social Administration or Sociology from a recognized awarding Institution, or being on PhD Track.
2. Master’s Degree in Social Work and Social Administration, Sociology, Community Psychology, Political Science from a recognized awarding I
3. An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and Social Administration or Social Sciences, from a recognized awarding I

Experience

1. Should have at least two (2) years of teaching experience in an Institution of Higher Learning.
2. Evidence of having published a scientific article in the last two (2) years, will be an added advantage.

c) Competences

1. Innovative teaching methods.
2. Digital Literacy

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

1. Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
2. Highly adaptable and resilient
3. Teamwork and collaboration ethos

• Conflict prevention and resolution traits
• Accuracy and attention to detail

1. Integrity and accountability

Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF to applicationsSept2026@mmu.ac.ug:

1. Application letter.
2. A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
3. Certified copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
4. Copies of relevant appointment and confirmation letter (s).
5. Copy of a National Identity Card
6. Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address.
7. Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered.  Details of the job advert can be accessed on the University website: www.mmu.ac.ug.

Applications should be addressed to: –

The University Secretary
Mountains of the Moon University
P. O. Box 837, Lake Saaka Campus, Block C, Ground Level

Fort Portal, Uganda.

The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on 9^th September 2026. MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.