Tutorial Fellow - Kiswahili

Job Title: Lecturer – Kiswahili

Job Objective

The purpose of this position is to carry out teaching roles, student mentoring, research, and other duties in alignment with the university’s overall strategic goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach in areas allocated by the Head of Department.
• Design, develop, plan, and deliver a range of programmes of study, including entirely new courses at various levels.
• Deliver high-quality lectures and practical sessions.
• Review course content and materials on a regular basis, updating them as required.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues on course development, curriculum changes, and the development of research activities.
• Carry out research and write research grant proposals.
• Seek and participate in consultancies.
• Present research papers at national or international conferences and other similar events.
• Disseminate research outputs.
• Provide mentorship and career guidance to students and staff.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by supervisors or as captured in the detailed job description.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Education (Kiswahili) from a recognised/accredited university in the relevant field.
• At least three (3) years of post-qualification work experience.
• Demonstrated potential for university teaching and research.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students.