MEST Senior Faculty members are carefully selected for their track record in developing commercial software and entrepreneurship, as well as their interest and passion for sharing that experience with others. Senior Faculty should have several years of practical industry experience in careers ranging from international consulting firms to Silicon Valley start-ups to some of the largest and most admired software companies around the world.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or closely related field, or in Business or Entrepreneurship (Master's or Ph.D. a plus)
• 10 or more years of technology/business working experience; 5 or more years of developing or managing Web development and/or mobile projects using recent technologies
• Hands-on programming experience and familiarity with several programming languages, open source software, databases and Web architecture
• Broad knowledge of SDLC and proven track record of successfully delivering software projects
• Excellent business knowledge, ranging from principles of management to writing business plans
• Proven ability to lead, direct and motivate development teams
• Experience in an entrepreneurial start-up is desirable
• Experience with mobile technologies is a plus
• Previous teaching experience at the college level or corporate training experience is advantageous

Each MEST Senior Faculty member will commit two years to the program and during that time will be responsible for training and developing a class of 20 to 30 students.

Responsibilities:

• Develop future software entrepreneurs from Ghana, and act as a positive role model where excellent management and mentoring skills are crucial
• Motivate and inspire small teams of EITs to complete software development projects by creating a positive and dynamic learning environment
• Manage a small staff of teaching assistants, who will assist in delivering lecture and lab material
• Develop and manage a business and technology curriculum that includes current trends and best practices in software development and elements required for a comprehensive business plan
• Coach EITs in developing their critical-thinking abilities and strengthening their interpersonal and communication skills
• Create and deliver lectures; think out-of-the box and be creative in ways to effectively teach software development using interactive methods that will encourage independent thinking
• Analyze project deliverables, conduct performance evaluations and give constructive feedback
• Introduce trainees to the latest business practices in the global market

Keys to Success:

• Passion for entrepreneurship and mentoring young students
• A belief in social change and an interest in doing something different
• Charisma and enthusiasm, ability to set the tone for an exciting learning atmosphere
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
• Compassion and empathy necessary to transcend cultural differences
• Drive and stamina to set goals and reach those goals in the face of challenges
• Willingness to collaborate and be a team player
• Effective training and mentoring skills and charismatic presence
• Sense of humor and the ability to foster a fun environment

START DATE IN GHANA: 1st August 2013.

To apply for this positon, please send your CV and a cover letter to mest.sf@meltwater.com

Application Deadline is 10th April, 2013