Job Objective
- To facilitate quality learning through
teaching, administration and academic advisory work and ensure an
outstanding student learning experience.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Supervise Postgraduate students as
assigned by the Chair of the Department (COD)
- Assist in the writing of research and
grant proposals.
- Participate in the review of the existing
graduate research programs and make recommendations for improvement.
- Participate in the development, planning
and implementation of high-quality curriculum for both undergraduate and
postgraduate programs.
- Participate in Peer Review of Faculty for
Academic Promotion.
- Teach and facilitate learning at both
undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars,
workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the COD
from time to time.
- Participate in developing, administering,
and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
- Assist in developing learning materials,
preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student
progress, achievement and attendance.
- Provide advice, guidance and feedback to
students to support their academic progress and refer them to support
services as appropriate.
- Carry out research and produce
publications, as well as other research output.
- Provide pastoral care to students through
academic advising and counselling.
- Undertake continuous professional
development and participate in staff development and training activities
to update and enhance skills.
- Maintain proper records of students’
examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests and ensure they
are keyed to the examination records management system on time.
- Attend departmental, Faculty and
University-wide meetings with other staff members.
Qualifications And Experience
- An earned PhD in information
systems/information technology or in a relevant field from an accredited
and recognized university.
- Master’s Degree in Information Systems/
Information Technology or in a relevant field from an accredited and
recognized university.
- At least three (3) years of demonstrated
quality and progressive teaching experience at the university as a Senior
Lecturer or Senior Researcher/Industry experience or equivalent.
- A minimum of five (5) high-quality
publications in refereed journals since last promotion to the position of
Senior Lecturer.
- Supervised a minimum of four (4)
postgraduate students to completion, including at least one doctoral
student.
- Attracted research or development funds
as a Senior Lecturer/Senior Research Fellow.
- Registered with the relevant professional
body (where applicable)
- Demonstrated evidence of service to the
university and community
- Evidence of both national and
international contribution through scholarly meetings, conferences,
research seminars and service in national/international advisory boards
will be an added advantage
Other Skills And Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication
skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent research skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management skills and attention to
detail
How To Apply
Interested
candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter
indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees,
academic & professional certificates and a clear copy
of your Kenya National ID and KRA PIN certificate via the
linked form KCA University (KCAU) on docs.google.com