LECTURER – HISTORY

Location: Dambai, Oti Region, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Institution: Dambai College of Education
Application Deadline: 12 June 2026

Company Profile

Dambai College of Education is a leading teacher education institution dedicated to producing highly skilled, innovative, and ethical educators who contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s educational development. The College promotes excellence in teaching, research, community engagement, and professional development while fostering a supportive environment that encourages academic achievement and lifelong learning.

As part of its commitment to strengthening academic excellence, the College invites applications from qualified and passionate individuals for the position of Lecturer in History.

Position Summary

The Lecturer in History will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, advancing research, mentoring students, and supporting the academic and administrative functions of the College. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of future educators by promoting historical scholarship, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of historical events and their relevance to contemporary society.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective teaching in History and related courses.
• Develop course outlines, lesson plans, teaching materials, and assessment tools.
• Prepare, administer, and mark assignments, examinations, and other forms of student assessment.
• Supervise student projects, research activities, and teaching practice placements.
• Provide academic guidance, mentorship, and support to students.
• Conduct research and publish scholarly work in reputable academic journals and publications.
• Participate in curriculum development, review, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional administrative activities.
• Support community engagement and extension service programmes of the College.
• Participate in academic committees, seminars, workshops, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal or an authorized representative.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in History from a recognized institution.
• A Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree in History.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in History.
• A Teacher Education Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), which is compulsory.
• A minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience at a tertiary institution or another recognized educational institution.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, research, and student development.
• Strong analytical, communication, and academic writing skills.

Note: Applicants currently pursuing a PhD programme may also be considered.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit eight (8) bound copies of their application package containing the following:

• Application Letter
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified True Copies of all Relevant Academic Certificates
• Certified True Copies of Academic Transcripts
• Certificate Evaluation Report from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)

Applicants whose GTEC evaluation process is ongoing may submit evidence of application, such as proof of payment, at the time of application. The evaluation report must be obtained before appointment.

• Sealed Recommendation Letters from Two (2) Referees listed in the Curriculum Vitae, with one recommendation coming from the applicant’s immediate supervisor

Hard-copy applications should be addressed to:

The Principal
Dambai College of Education
P.O. Box 84
Dambai, Oti Region
Ghana