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Middle East College (MEC) is one of the leading higher education institutions in the Sultanate of Oman. MEC is located in the Knowledge Oasis Muscat and is affiliated with Coventry University, UK, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands and Wolverhampton University, UK.
MEC is dedicated to educating students and equipping them with the values, knowledge and life skills needed to enrich their lives and enabling them to meaningfully contribute to the progress of society. It provides a creative, nurturing campus environment where they can make a positive difference to the community, the state, and the world. Middle East College offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in different areas of Engineering, Business, and Technology.
The college is open from Sunday to Thursday and working hours are between 7 am and 9 pm. Staff may work on different shifts depending on their official responsibilities.
Staff MixMEC staff come from diverse backgrounds of various cultures, nationalities, gender, and age. MEC enjoys a multicultural workforce with staff members representing over 24 different nationalities. Apart from Omani nationals it also includes staff members from the Arab Countries, the Indian Subcontinent, South East Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.
Head of Department - Department of Management Studies
Last Date for Application: 31st July 2023
Qualifications & skills required:
- PhD holder with specialization in the area of Supply Chain & Logistics Management or Accounting and Finance or Marketing or HRM
- Preference will be given to candidates who have had industry experience as well.
- Minimum 5 years’ teaching experience in a higher education institution recognized by Oman.
- Experience in leadership (same position Head of Department or a higher position) minimum 3 years is mandatory.
- Experience in teaching PG level students is an advantage.
- Should have excellent leadership and team building skills with ability to adapt to a multicultural workplace requiring understanding and flexibility.
- Should have good verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Possesses Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Team Building and Leadership Skills, Technical Skills and related Computer Skills, Instructional Design and Delivery Skills, Course Management, Content Expertise in the Programmer Field and Academic & Career Counselling.
- IELTS certificate with an overall score not less than 7 or equivalent.
Main Responsibilities Include:
- Develop Action Strategies for the department in consultation with Associate Dean and as per the college’s mission, vision, strategic goals and institutional KPIs.
- Ensure compliance with institutional strategies such as Teaching and Learning Strategy, Research Strategy, Employability and Internationalization strategy.
- Lead the department on academic matters and promote continuous improvement.
- Supervise, coordinate and evaluate the programmes offered by the department and ensure their smooth delivery and achievement of learning outcomes both at the module and programmer level.
- Lead programme and institutional accreditation activities at the Department level. Additionally, seek national and international professional body membership and accreditation.
- Ensure that the department complies with the policies and procedures of the institution.
- Lead the development, review and assessment of programmes at the departmental level.
- Responsible for assessment, mitigation, and review of operational risks at the department level.
- Responsible for the department’s yearly planning, resource allocation and budgeting. Oversee the physical and human resources availability and ensure their effective utilisation.
- Hold responsibility for recruitment, orientation, mentorship, performance review and promotion.
- Provide significant research leadership to staff to improve their research skills.
- Undertake personal research and teaching activities supporting the departments and College’s research and teaching strategies.
- Present papers at national, regional, or international conferences and publish articles in reputed journals.
- Establish relationships with industry and community through various planned activities
- Responsible for providing leadership to inspire, guide and lead the department towards the college’s vision and mission, by appreciating the diversity of the workforce, their ideas, and values.
- Identify and discourage organisational politics or practices against the unity and harmony among staff and spread positivity.
- Participate actively in ensuring staff adherence to the prescribed quality standards in the conduct of various committees.
- Exhibit team spirit and enthusiasm to work and spread positivism, among colleagues both within and across other departments.
- Conduct departmental meetings as required to ensure adequate staff consultation and that all staff are informed on strategic and operational matters concerning the department.
- Maintain effective communication within the department and outside the department by developing appropriate contacts with other HEIs, graduates, research bodies, industry partners and NGOs etc.
- Any other Administration Responsibilities
Faculty, Department of Management Studies
Last Date for Application: 31st July 2023
- PhD & Master holder with specialisation in the areas of Logistics Management or Accounting and Finance or Human Resources Management or Marketing.
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience in approved higher education institution
- Experience in teaching PG-level students.
- Should have good verbal, written, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities Include:
- Take a lead in designing and developing an effective curriculum and input to its continuous evaluation and enrichment.
- Monitor module delivery in terms of its content, structure, delivery methods etc., to enhance students’ knowledge and employability in industries.
- Learn and apply the latest teaching technologies and innovations that create interest, attention and enthusiasm among students.
- Deliver sessions in a clear and simplified manner and ensure that knowledge is transferred successfully.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job role.
Faculty, Department of Computing
Last Date for Application: 31st July 2023
Qualifications & skills required:
- Minimum Master Degree with specialization in Computer Network (Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Programming. or any related field. Form one of accredited institutions in sultanate of Oman
- Minimum 2 years’ teaching experience in of recognized higher education institution in Oman.
- Preferable to have Experience in teaching PG level students.
- Should have good verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Preference will be given for candidates having technical certifications related to network such as professional (CCNP), and expert-level certifications (CCDE)
- Have strong organizational, time management skills and a team player.
Responsibilities Include:
- Take a lead in designing and developing effective curriculum and input to its continuous evaluation and enrichment.
- Monitor module delivery in terms of its content, structure, delivery methods etc. to enhance students’ knowledge and employability in industries.
- Learn and apply latest teaching technologies and innovations that create interest, attention, and enthusiasm amongst students.
- Deliver sessions in a clear and simplified manner and ensure that knowledge is transferred successfully.
- Evaluates student performances in class and on tests and provides feedback
- Assigns special projects to students
- Curriculum and teaching material development
- Assessment and moderation
- Module leadership and coordination with the team
- Identifies varying teaching methods that work best for students who learn differently (Flipped Learning and Teaching)
- Encourages creativity in students
- Participation in industry/community outreach programs
- Other Academic and Administrative duties
Preference will be for Omani applicants and they are exempted from the teaching experience requirements
Faculty Dept. of Mathematics & Applied Sciences ( Semester contract, Omanis only)
Last Date for Application: 31st July 2023
Minimum requirements for Omani candidates:
- Bachelor holder with specialization in the area of Mathematics, Statistics or Physics.
- CGPA not less than Good
- IELTS certificate with an overall score not less than 6 or equivalent.
- Should have good verbal, written, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities Include:
- Take the lead in designing and developing an effective curriculum and input to its continuous evaluation and enrichment.
- Monitor module delivery in terms of its content, structure, delivery methods etc., to enhance students’ knowledge and employability in industries.
- Learn and apply the latest teaching technologies and innovations that create interest, attention and enthusiasm among students.
- Deliver sessions in a clear and simplified manner and ensure that knowledge is transferred successfully.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job role.
Faculty - Centre for Foundation Studies ( Semester contract, Omanis only)
Last Date for Application: 31st July 2023
Minimum requirements for Omani candidates:
Bachelor Fresh graduate, CGPA not less than GOOD, IELTS certificate with a minimum score of 6.5, Must have CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Should have good verbal, written, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities Include:
- Take the lead in designing and developing an effective curriculum and input to its continuous evaluation and enrichment.
- Monitor module delivery in terms of its content, structure, delivery methods etc., to enhance students’ knowledge and employability in industries.
- Learn and apply the latest teaching technologies and innovations that create interest, attention and enthusiasm among students.
- Deliver sessions in a clear and simplified manner and ensure that knowledge is transferred successfully.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job role.
Faculty, Centre for Academic Writing (CAW)
Qualifications & skills required:
- Education & Experience: Master’s Degree in related subject area and experience in teaching and guiding students in Academic Writing
- Certifications: (Optional) TEFL, TESOL, or any other related certification Minimum 2 years teaching
- Experience in approved higher education institution
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Teaching students through scheduled sessions
- Conducting weekly workshops for undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Providing student consultations
- Preparing, and reviewing learning materials
- Proofreading and editing institutional documents
- Participating in Department activities and other institutional events
- Contributing to the implementation of research-informed pedagogies
- Inter-department and college level: Liaising with faculty members of other disciplines/ departments to understand the nature of writing requirements of students.
- Helping in department-related administrative tasks
Preference will be given to Omani candidates.
Please send the CV to recruiting@mec.edu.om
Please mention the job title and the department
Muscat Governorate is considered the pulsating heart of Oman. It is linked to Port Sultan Qaboos by Muttrah Corniche where the visitor to Muscat can view the wonderful variety of nature: golden beaches, mountainous heights, and golden sand dunes.
Perhaps what is striking about Muscat Governorate and its states is the breathtaking intermingling of ancient cultural heritage and modern style. You will see houses, gates, old markets, small shops, and winding roads redolent of authentic history, side by side with modern markets, shops, buildings, and streets stamped with modern architecture. This allows Oman to preserve its historic character, and at the same time enjoying its contemporary spirit. Muscat is renowned as one of the cleanest Arab capitals and has gained the honor of winning the Cleanest Arab City Contest several consecutive times.
Around Muscat
- Bawshar Sands:Not far from the beaches of Muscat with its harmonious architecture, and within walking distance of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in the heart of the capital, the visitor will find golden hills packed with drivers who enjoy sand-duning with their SUVs, or those who enjoy gliding on the sand bikes that are easy to rent in this area.
- Al Bustan Beach:Located in the Governorate of Muscat, Al Bustan Palace Hotel sprawls over the beach and overlooks the mountains that intertwine with the hotel’s sands and beaches. These mountains lend the beach an unsurpassed sense of privacy.
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque:Close to the road leading to the heart of the capital Muscat stands the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Wilayat (district) Bawshar, like a radiant lighthouse attracting its visitors to interact with the spirit of Islam as a religion, science, and civilization. This mosque highlights its role as a scientific and intellectual source of knowledge across the Islamic world.
- Old Muscat Gates:Comprise three main doors: Bab Al Mathaib, Bab Al Kabeer (The Big Door) and Bab Al Sagheer (The Little Door). Bab Al Mathaib is located in the western corner, below the Al Mirani Fort, and Bab Al Kabeer is located at the end of the western side of the walls and serves as the entrance to most roads leading to suburban Muscat and Mutrah City. Bab Al Sagheer lies in the mid-southern side and is considered one of the city’s main entrances.
- Mutrah Souq:Every place has its distinctive flavor and every city has a market that relates its stories, embraces its history and accompanies its evolution. If you enjoy visiting public markets, you must see Mutrah Souq, the most beautiful market your eyes will ever see! Mutrah Souq is one of the oldest markets in Oman, dating back about two hundred years. Its antiquity has perhaps increased the extent of its beauty, magic, and allure. Mutrah Corniche:This is near one of the most important ports in Oman, Port Sultan Qaboos in the heart of the capital Muscat. It overlooks beautiful mountainous rocky formations and is one of the most gorgeous sites in the Governorate of Muscat, ideal for picnics, watching the sea and admiring ancient buildings.
- Al Qurm Beach:This beach lies in AlQurm Area in the heart of Muscat and extends over a large area. A number of large hotel chains are built next to it, such as Hotel Muscat InterContinental and Crowne Plaza. This beach is considered one of the busiest in Muscat due to its location near shopping centers and restaurants. Walking enthusiasts can enjoy the boardwalk along the beach and then rest on the numerous chairs and umbrellas that dot the beach.
- Riyam view:Looking at the seas of the Gulf of Oman here it is hard to imagine this was once the scene of geologically earth shattering events. 90 million years ago, a several kilometer thick slabs of the oceanic crust slowly started to push its way over the top of Oman’s coastline. This unusual over thrusting or abduction continued for around 20 Million years, pushing rocks originating from deep within the ocean onto Oman’s crustal plate. The rugged ophiolite hills around Muscat and those stretching hundreds of kilometers inland are legacy of this. It is the largest and best-exposed fragment of oceanic lithosphere found on land in the world. It includes extensive exposure of an almost complete section of oceanic crust and uppermost mantle (around 500 km long, and up to 80 km wide).