Tutorial Fellow - Kiswahili

Job Objective

The purpose of this position is to carry out teaching roles, student mentoring, research and other duties in liaison with the universitys overall goal.

Duties and responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned by the Head of Department in their respective areas of specialisation. 
• Design, develop, planand deliver academic  programmes and course units at various levels, including new programmes where applicable.
• Deliver high-quality lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, practicals and fieldwork as appropriate to the discipline.
• Review and update course content, teaching materials and assessment methods to ensure relevance and equality.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues in curriculum development , programme review and enhancement of teaching and learning.
• Undertake research, publish scholarly work, and prepare competitive research grant proposals.
• Seek and participate in consultancies and other income-generating academic activities.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Disseminate research outputs through publications and other appropriate platforms.
• Mentor and provide academic, professional , and career guidance to students and junior staff.
• Participate in departmental, faculty, and University activities as required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Department or other authorised officers in line with the University's policies and job requirements.

Qualification and experience

• Registration for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent doctorial degree in the relevant field and demonstrate satisfactory progress towards completion.
• A Masters degree in the relevant discipline from an accredited  and recognised University.
• A Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline from an accredited  and recognised University.
• At least three (3) years of relevant post-qualification work experience;
• Demonstrate University- level teaching and research experience.
• Registration with, or eligibility for recognition with the relevant professional body where applicable.