Practicum Supervisor – Public Health at Iconic Open University

Description

• The Department of Public Health, Iconic Open University invites qualified and committed professionals to apply for the position of Practicum Supervisor for the upcoming academic semester starting January 2026.
• Practicum Supervisors will guide students as they undertake public health field experience across various facilities, ensuring quality mentorship, effective documentation, and adherence to academic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily and weekly virtual supervision to assigned students during a 6-week practicum period.
• Conduct weekly virtual review meetings to assess progress, challenges, and student learning.
• Monitor and review students’ daily log entries, uploaded photos, and activity reports.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure students meet practicum objectives.
• Offer flexible physical supervision, when required, depending on student location and activity.
• Ensure student compliance with professional, ethical, and academic standards at field.
• Document supervision activities and submit periodic reports to the department.
• Communicate promptly with the Practicum Coordinator on issues affecting student performance or field activities.
• Participate in evaluation and presentation sessions for practicum improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 2.1 Bachelor’s Degree in medical or allied health- only (e.g., Public Health, Nursing, Environmental Health, Health Education, Epidemiology, Community Health, MBBS, Veterinary, Pharmacy etc.).
• Possession of a good Master’s or PhD in Public Health stands a better advantage.
• Experience in Public Health notably in health programming/intervention, field visits, community engagement, facility-based activities, or related assignments.
• Ability to guide and supervise students virtually using online data collection tools, iCampus, WhatsApp, Google Workspace, Zoom, or Google Meet.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.

Added Advantages:

• Experience in hybrid (virtual & physical) supervision or student mentorship.
• Prior involvement in practicum coordination/supervision at tertiary institution level, field research, or monitoring and evaluation.

Core Competencies:

• Professionalism and integrity
• Strong interpersonal and mentorship skills
• Ability to provide structured, constructive feedback
• Good time-management and Commitment to student success and the university’s mission and educational excellence.