Graduate Assistant, School of Business (3 Positions) at KCA University (KCAU)

Job Objective

• The job holder will support academic, research, and administrative functions within the department, including preparing and directly interacting with students during lab, discussion, quiz, or problem/challenge-based learning sessions under the guidance of the supervisor.

 Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Assist lecturers in preparing teaching materials, tutorials, and coursework.
• Facilitate discussion groups, tutorials, or practical sessions where required.
• Support marking of assignments, tests, and examinations under supervision.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students.

Research Coordination

• Administer colloquium programs.
• Engage in research activities, including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis.
• Help with research projects, including preparing reports, presentations, and grant development.

Administrative and Student Support

• Assist departments in maintaining student records and data entry.
• Support in organising departmental activities, including seminars, workshops, guest lectures and ceremonies.
• Assist in organising students’ activities.
• Provide student support and Services and refer them to support services as appropriate.
• Supervise undergraduate interns where applicable.

Qualifications And Experience

• Must be currently enrolled in a Master’s Degree program at KCA University.
• Must have attained a First-Class Honours degree in either Business, Procurement, Economics, Statistics or any other relevant undergraduate program offered at the School of Business, KCA University.
• Demonstrated interest in research, teaching or consultancy

Other Skills And Competencies

• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good record management and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, email, and databases).
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.