LECTURER IN KISWAHILI

Lecturer in Kiswahili (One Position)- Department of Language and Performing Arts
The purpose of the job
Contributing to the scholarship and intellectual life of the university by teaching, conducting research
and mentoring students in line with the University’s guidelines in academic affairs to achieve overall
objectives
Requirements
• Christian commitment and practice
• Earned PhD in Kiswahili from an accredited University, OR
• Master’s degree in Kiswahili from an accredited university with at least three (3) years teaching
experience at university level or in research/industry; and
• A minimum of 24 publication points of which at least 16 should be from refereed journal papers
• Membership in relevant professional bodies will be an advantage
Responsibilities
• Teaching and training of students in line with schemes, policies, processes and procedures
• Conducting quality research to enhance the scholarship, visibility and intellectual contribution of
the University
• Evaluating students through continuous assessments and examinations
• Engaging in curriculum and program review and development
• Mobilizing resources and building linkages with industry
• Mentoring of students in academic and spiritual nurture
• Implementing of best practices in teaching, training and research for improved performance and
achievements.
• Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture
• Ensuring consistent Christian behaviour in line with the university’s vision