Lecturer In Software Development & Information Systems (5 Positions) at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• To facilitate quality learning through teaching, administration and academic advisory work to ensure an outstanding student learning experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the HOD from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, Achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and referring student to support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in the supervision and assisting of undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce relevant publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the Annual work plan.
• Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in developing departmental and faculty seminars to share research outcomes and build interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees when requested to do so.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system on time.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• An earned PhD in Information Systems/Information Technology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized University.
• Have an undergraduate and Master’s Degree in Information Systems/Information Technology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized University.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated quality and progressive teaching experience at the university level or in research or in industry.
• A minimum of two (2) high-quality publications in refereed journals
• Registered with a relevant professional body.

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent research skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Time management skills and attention to detail