Faculty Assistant - Banking & Finance

  • Greater Accra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
URGENT - VACANCYFaculty Assistant - Banking & Finance, Department of Business and Entrepreneurship:Academic City University is at the forefront of disrupting higher education on the African continent with lifelong learning at the heart of what we do on our stunning and modern campus. Our mission is to create a culture of life-long learning with a strong focus on enhancing student experience. Our ethos emphasizes contributing to the needs of the future economy, ensuring our students and faculty have the skills required to stay relevant to the changing worldWe are looking to recruit an experienced and competent individual for the position of Faculty Assistant, reporting to the Head of Department / Dean.About the DepartmentThe Department of Business and Entrepreneurship at Academic City University is committed to developing the next generation of innovative, ethical, and globally competent business professionals. Through rigorous academic instruction, experiential learning, and close industry collaboration, we equip students with the analytical, strategic, and leadership skills needed to thrive in dynamic and digitally driven global economy. Our programmes span critical areas of business, including finance, human resource management, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship, and are designed to blend theoretical foundations with real-world application.Our Banking and Finance programme blends academic excellence with practical exposure, preparing students to be leaders in the financial landscape with confidence and integrity. Through a technology-enabled curriculum, students gain deep expertise in financial technology, corporate finance, banking operations, risk management, and financial markets. Real-world case studies, industry simulations, and partnerships with financial institutions ensure that graduates are not only analytically sharp but also equipped with the digital tools and ethical grounding needed to lead in the evolving global finance ecosystem.The successful candidate must demonstrate strong academic and interpersonal skills, a passion for excellence, and a commitment to student development. A strong sense of ethics and care for student well-being is essential to succeed in this role.Key Responsibilities
  • Assist faculty in preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, and assessments.
  • Support students in understanding core concepts in finance and economics, including risk management, banking operations, corporate finance, financial markets, and econometrics.
  • Grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and projects in a timely and fair manner.
  • Conduct or support tutorial sessions, group discussions, and academic review classes.
  • Maintain up-to-date academic records and monitor student participation and progress.
  • Assist in organizing seminars, workshops, industry talks, and field visits.
  • Support the development and updating of teaching materials, case studies, and presentations.
  • Hold office hours to provide mentoring and academic support to students.
  • Provide assistance in faculty-led research, data collection, and basic data analysis.
  • Support classroom and LMS (Learning Management System) activities, including uploading materials and troubleshooting basic technical issues.
Qualifications:
  • Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance or Economics or a related field. A professional certification (e.g., CFA) or Master’s degree is an added advantage.
  • Strong understanding of core topics in banking, finance, and economics, including financial markets, portfolio analysis, international trade finance, econometrics, and risk management.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Prior experience in tutoring, teaching assistance, or academic support is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in spreadsheets (MS Excel) and interest in learning financial and statistical tools (e.g., Bloomberg, STATA, SPSS).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment.
Applicants may submit applications to career@acity.edu.gh with job title as subjectClosing Date: until role is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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