Academic Staff Member for the Master of Project Management (MPM) Program at Tabesh University

Tabesh University was established in accordance with the strategic objectives of the Ministry of Higher Education to support the development of the private higher education sector in Afghanistan. It was officially registered with the Ministry on 12 December 2009 under Registration No. 21. The University began its academic activities in Lab-e-Jar, Kabul, with four faculties: Economics, Law and Political Science, Sharia (Islamic Studies), and Journalism.

In 2012, Tabesh University established its first branch campus in Maidan Wardak Province, offering programs in Economics and Law and Political Science. On 26 February 2017, following a positive evaluation by the Ministry of Higher Education, the institution was upgraded from an institute to a university and granted official university status under License No. 24. In late 2023, its ownership and operational scope were transferred, and the University relocated to Jalalabad City, Nangarhar Province.

Today, Tabesh University serves students in Afghanistan’s Eastern Zone through four faculties: Economics, Computer Science, Sharia (Islamic Studies), and Law and Political Science. The University is committed to providing quality higher education, promoting research, and strengthening academic standards. According to the most recent evaluation by the Directorate of Academic Supervision and Evaluation, the University is rated as being in very good condition.

Under dedicated and professional leadership, supported by qualified academic and administrative staff, Tabesh University successfully completed the first phase of Quality Assurance and Accreditation on 3 July 2017, achieving a score of 58.35%. In the second phase, the University achieved **79.55 points** and is now a candidate for the **third phase and full academic accreditation**. The University remains committed to continuous quality improvement and meeting the required accreditation standards.

Tabesh University provides a comprehensive learning environment supported by standard classrooms, physical and digital libraries, a legal clinic, a health clinic, a psychological counseling center, a business innovation center, a professional development center, research and computer laboratories, specialized hardware and software laboratories, and a standard conference hall. The University also collaborates with reputable national and international institutions through Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen practical learning, research, and student development.

Job Description

1. Job Purpose

To assist with teaching, research, academic writing, and translation, and to provide academic guidance to students.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

1. To teach subjects related to the relevant department, as well as subjects in other departments where applicable, under the guidance and supervision of the designated supervising professor.

2. To undertake independent teaching upon approval by the Faculty Academic Council, provided that the individual holds the academic rank of Senior Teaching Assistant and meets the following requirements: holds at least a master's degree, has relevant experience, is proficient in at least one international language, demonstrates teaching competence, and has published academic articles at both national and international levels.

3. To translate textbooks and supplementary teaching materials and conduct related research under the supervision of the designated supervising professor.

4. To provide academic guidance to students in accordance with the principles and regulations governing higher education.

5. To conduct practical, field-based, and laboratory activities with students.

6. To actively participate in academic meetings, committees, and academic councils.

7. To prepare guidelines for practical, field-based, and laboratory activities under the supervision of the designated supervising professor.

8. To prepare lecture notes under the supervision of the designated supervising professor, as determined by the department.

9. To pursue professional development, particularly in specialized subject areas, international languages, research methodologies, student assessment methods, classroom management, and educational technology.

10. To actively contribute to the improvement of academic affairs at the departmental, faculty, and university levels.

11. To assist faculty members in preparing lecture notes and providing guidance to students in practical, field-based, and laboratory activities.

12. To serve as a member of the Faculty Academic Council and the University Academic Council in the absence of senior-ranking academic staff members, where applicable.

13. If the assigned teaching workload has not been fully fulfilled, to complete the outstanding teaching obligations under the supervision of the designated supervising professor through activities such as preparing lecture notes, teaching, participating in committees, and providing academic guidance to students.

14. To fulfill the assigned teaching load and carry out other academic activities.

15. To perform other duties and activities assigned by the relevant authorities, as provided for under the applicable higher education regulations.

• General Recruitment Requirements:

• Applicants must hold a PhD in Project Management. Candidates holding a Master's degree must have at least eight (8) years of relevant work experience.

• Applicants must meet all requirements specified in the Regulation on the Recruitment of Academic Staff at Higher Education Institutions.

• Additional Requirements for Foreign Candidates:

Foreign candidates must meet the following requirements

• Hold Bachelor's, Master's, and doctoral degrees from recognized universities in the relevant country, with qualifications verified and approved by the Directorate of Foreign Credentials Evaluation and Equivalency.

• Demonstrate at least 60% academic relevance and disciplinary continuity between their qualifications (Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD) and the advertised position.

• Be physically, intellectually, and psychologically fit to perform teaching duties.

• Be no older than 55 years of age.

• Be proficient in at least one foreign language (English or Arabic), with the ability to communicate fluently, write academic texts, and teach in that language.

• Have no criminal or moral convictions issued by the competent courts of their respective country.

• Adhere to ethical standards, Islamic culture, and the policies of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.

Application Submission Guidelines

Applicants must submit the following required documents to the Human Resources Department of Tabesh University on or before the vacancy closing date:

Application Letter: A formal written application expressing interest in the advertised position.

Original Academic Diplomas: Original diplomas for Bachelor's, Master's, and doctoral degrees, as applicable.

Original Academic Transcripts: Original academic transcripts for Bachelor's, Master's, and doctoral degrees, as applicable. Applicants who graduated from Afghan higher education institutions must submit their original transcripts in the national language, as applicable.

Copy of the Vacancy Announcement: A copy of the vacancy announcement published on the official website of the Ministry of Higher Education.

Original Identification Document: Original National Identity Card (Tazkira) or Passport.

Curriculum Vitae (CV): An up-to-date CV.

Important Notice: All required documents must be submitted to the Human Resources Department of Tabesh University by the vacancy closing date. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.

Further Information

For further information or inquiries regarding the vacancy, please contact us via email using the following details:

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