Academic Coordinator – Intensive English Institute

About the role

Timbuktu American University is opening its Intensive English Institute in Bamako, preparing students for university study in English and offering Professional English for working adults. Both strands are taught in English. The intensive programme has six levels, five hours daily, Monday to Friday, in eight‑week cycles, with the first cycle starting 2 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Run placement, course planning and assessment, and take part in progression decisions under the Institute's procedures.
• Prepare course outlines and ensure resources and instruments are ready before use.
• Mentor teachers through planning, observation and constructive feedback.
• Maintain consistent assessment standards and accurate academic records.
• Teach assigned classes, including two adjacent levels where required.

Required profile

• A degree and a relevant English‑language teaching qualification, or equivalent preparation through a degree in the field.
• Substantial relevant teaching experience, including adult or academic English, and demonstrated teacher mentoring or academic coordination.
• Evidence of curriculum planning, assessment development or moderation, and sound placement and progression decisions.
• English at CEFR C1 or above, demonstrated in speaking, writing and teaching.
• Ability to teach and support teachers working with two adjacent levels.

What we offer

• Salaried, full‑time, one‑year renewable contract based in Bamako.
• Salary, probation, reporting arrangements and any relocation provisions will be confirmed at offer.