Director, UWI School of Nursing [UWISoN]

Qualifications and Experience

• The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a PhD degree from a recognized university, which should be in any Nursing discipline.

Candidates should also possess:

• At least five (5) years’ clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• At least five (5) years’ teaching experience in Nursing
• Substantial record of relevant research and publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals
• At least three (3) years’ experience in administration or management in Nursing within a university or other tertiary level academic department, at a level equivalent to Head of Department, Deputy Dean or Dean

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Professional qualifications in Nursing for Nursing Practice/Administration, Oncology or any other relevant Nursing areas
• Experience in course management
• Experience in developing and implementing a strategic plan
• A record of supervising students and staff in a clinical environment

The following would be considered assets:

• Postgraduate qualification in leadership or management
• Certificate in university teaching and learning
• Professional qualification in Business Management
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, change management and organizational development
• Demonstrated experience in mediation and negotiation
• A record of considerable revenue generation through grant and donor funding and other innovative initiatives compatible with the regulatory framework of a public university
• Prior evidence of organization of Nursing seminars and workshops
• Candidates must be registered or be able to be registered with the Nursing Council of Trinidad and Tobago (NCTT).   

Key Responsibilities

• Providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to ensure the effective functioning and continuous improvement of the Nursing School
• Overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Nursing curriculum
• Fostering academic excellence, supporting faculty and student success and promoting research and innovation
• Developing and articulating a strategic vision for the Nursing School in alignment with the broader goals of the Institution
• Managing academic progammes, reviewing and developing curriculum review and introducing new programmes/courses (undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing professional development)
• Directing, managing and monitoring the processes related to application, maintenance and compliance with all matters pertaining to Institutional and programme accreditation and quality assurance
• Directing the supervision and coordination of the basic and clinical sciences programmes and the services/outreach activities of the School
• Liaising with local and regional Professional Councils/Associations and other stakeholders
• Representing the School on all relevant Faculty/University and extra-University committees
• Implementing strategies to support student success, including academic advising, tutoring services, and career counselling
• Creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Supervising day-to-day administration of the School and overseeing Unit Coordinators in the execution of duties
• Any other related duties as assigned by the Dean or his delegate

Personal Attributes

The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also:

• Uphold the highest standards of practice and medical ethics
• Possess strong patient management skills
• Possess good presentation skills
• Be able to build successful relationships with senior leaders in the national, regional and international, public and private sectors
• Display sound leadership and relationship building skills and cultivate a positive and collegial work culture at the School of Nursing  
• Demonstrate diplomacy in balancing and resolving the conflicting interests of stakeholders, while retaining the confidence and respect of all
• Appointment to this position will be for a period of three (3) years.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.