Riara University is the latest innovation
in Higher Education in Kenya and we employ a diversity of talent to support our
world-renowned reputation and facilities for teaching and research.
1. Program Leader for the School of
Computing Sciences
2. Program Leader for Early Childhood
Development and Education (ECDE)
3. Program Leader for the School of
International Relations & Diplomacy
General Description: We seek applicants who have keen pedagogical
insight and broad developmental knowledge in the named departments, who exhibit
a high regard for scholarly productivity, rigorous research skills, and a
strong passion for teaching.
The chosen candidates will be
instrumental in helping to shape robust programs and scholarship in
collaboration with policy makers and stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be
expected to actively engage in attracting and growing student numbers.
Key responsibilities:
- Managerial and administrative leadership of
the School/ program
- Teaching and mentoring
- Curriculum development, review and assessment
- Seeking externally funded research projects
and grants
- Supervising undergraduate internships and
community service program
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
- An earned Doctor of Philosophy Degree in
Computer Science, Early Childhood Development and Education and
International Relations
- At least three years of full-time teaching at
university level.
- Strengths in curriculum knowledge and
instructional best practices.
- Experience in supervising and advising
Master’s degree candidates.
- Good knowledge of the higher education scene
especially in East and Central Africa.
Application Procedure:
Candidates should be qualified to
work in Kenya.
The application should include a
personal statement of interest in the position, updated CVs, contacts of three
professional referees together with copies of academic and professional
certificates.
Please indicate current and expected remuneration, and how soon you would be available to take up the position.
Send applications to
recruitment@riarauniversity.ac.ke
Application Deadline is 5th December 2014.