Head of Department – Primary Education

at Luigi Giussani Institute of Higher Education ( LGIHE )
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted June 25, 2026
Category Administration
Education / Teaching
Management
NGO
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

Job Summary: To provide strategic and academic leadership that enhances teacher training, curriculum delivery, educational innovation, and student success within the Primary Education Department.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Luigi Giussani Institute of Higher Education

Job Description

  • Provides academic leadership for the Primary Education Department, ensuring program quality, curriculum relevance, faculty support, and alignment with national education standards.
  • Provide leadership and strategic oversight for the department.
  • Foster innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
  • Ensure programs align with national standards and emerging trends.
  • Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Guide development and delivery of science-related courses.
  • Promote innovative teaching methodologies and technologies.
  • Ensure teaching materials and methods remain current and effective.
  • Mentor and support faculty members.
  • Coordinate with other departments and external agencies.
  • Monitor student progress and implement interventions where necessary.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

 

  • Master’s degree in a science-related subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.).
  • Teaching experience in primary and/or secondary education.
  • Leadership experience in an academic or educational setting.
  • Strong curriculum development skills.
  • Knowledge of teacher training methodologies.
  • Knowledge of current research and best practices.
  • Ability to apply theory to practice.
  • Curriculum design and academic delivery skills.
  • Diverse teaching methodologies.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Interpersonal and mentoring skills.
  • Adaptability to online and hybrid learning environments.

Application Requirements

  • Candidates with a secondary education background are encouraged to
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