Tutorial Fellow In Information Technology/information Systems - 5 Posts at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at the undergraduate level through seminars, workshops, tutorials, and other learning situations as assigned by Chair of Department from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking exam assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in developing 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 refer students to support services appropriately.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in the supervision and assist undergraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications as well as other research outputs that are in line with personal objectives agreed upon in the performance evaluation planning.
• Participate in writing of research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in developing the department 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 as 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 to the examination records management system on time.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Be a registered student for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree in Information Systems/Information Technology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized University.
• Have a Masters degree in Information Systems/Information Technology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized University.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems/Information Technology or a relevant field from an accredited and recognized University.
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable).

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