Lecturer (Aviation Management)

About the role

Republic Polytechnic's School of Engineering is recruiting a Lecturer in Aviation Management. The post involves delivering curriculum and assessing student learning for youth and adult learners through face-to-face and e-learning, and mentoring students on projects and internships.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum and assess student learning for youth and adult learners, including evening and weekend classes for adults
• Supervise students on projects and internships and mentor them, tracking academic and non-academic performance
• Learn and adopt EdTech tools and stay up to date with air transport trends
• Develop industry-linked collaborations and projects with industry partners
• Take part in academic or industry research supporting curriculum and student development
• Run programme development activities such as mentoring, portfolio development, internship supervision, career guidance, competition training, certification coaching, school branding and outreach, plus other administrative duties

Required profile

• Relevant qualifications in the air transport sector
• At least three years of relevant industry experience, preferably in ground handling and services or in flying commercial or military aircraft
• Well-versed in Airport Operations and Ground Handling
• Strong industry linkages in related fields
• Passion for education and interest in mentoring, teaching and motivating youth and adult learners
• Ability to work independently, adapt to tight timelines and work well in teams
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills