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Tangaza University College is a private, Catholic university in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position Summary:
- The Programme Leader for the Department of Business and Leadership Studies will offer strong academic and administrative guidance for the university's business, economics and leadership programmes. Reporting to the Dean, SBEST, they are responsible for maintaining high-quality, well-organized business education that meets national regulations and supports the university's goals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Guide and coordinate the design, delivery, and continual evaluation of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in business, economics, management and leadership.
- Ensure alignment with the requirements of the Commission for University Education (CUE), including curriculum standards, examination frameworks, and programme accreditation.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and professional bodies, particularly in areas of syllabi, assessments, exam moderation, and content regulation.
- Monitor academic processes such as assessment moderation, second marking, and academic integrity protocols.
- Serve as a supportive academic leader for students, managing student performance, addressing complaints, and overseeing instructor mentoring.
- Contribute to lecture delivery, supervision of student projects and research, and internship and practicum coordination.
- Stay academically active through teaching, mentoring, research, and scholarly engagement in business, economics and leadership.
- Lead development of innovative initiatives such as entrepreneurship and incubation programmes, executive and short-course training, e-learning, or partnerships with industry.
- Coordinate scheduling and logistical support for classes, student internships and attachments, and assessments to ensure operational efficiency.
- Cultivate partnerships with businesses, financial institutions, development agencies, professional bodies, community organizations, and alumni networks to support student placements, consultancy, community enterprise projects, and programme visibility.
- Prepare and present programme reports, covering performance metrics, quality assurance outcomes, and student progression, to faculty governance bodies.
- Market and promote the department's programmes locally and internationally, strengthening its visibility, reputation, and student recruitment.
Qualification and Experience:
- A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Leadership or a related field, a master's degree in a relevant business, economics or leadership-related field and a PhD in the relevant field.
- Minimum of 3 years' teaching experience in a chartered university or accredited higher learning institution, including at least 2
- years in an administrative leadership role.
- A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in business, finance, economics, management or consultancy.
- Have evidence of participation in scholarly activities such as conducting research and publishing articles in peer reviewed journals.
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the University's mission, vision, and core values.
- Proven experience in curriculum implementation, examination administration, and staff supervision.
- Strong business competence, including sound knowledge of economics, management, finance, entrepreneurship and organizational leadership.
- Experience in resource mobilization, including securing grants and leading academic development projects.
- Competence in budget management, faculty development, and fostering university-industry and university-community partnerships.
- Strong leadership, communication, people management, and organizational skills; with a focus on student-centered initiatives, relationship building, and strategic planning.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master's: Nursing.
- Bachelor's: Nursing (BScN).
- Experience: At least two (2) years' teaching experience in nursing education at university or college level.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BScN).
- Experience: At least two (2) years' post-qualification clinical nursing experience, with experience in clinical instruction, preceptorship or skills-lab/ simulation teaching. Good organisational, record-keeping and ICT skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
- Certification in simulation-based education, or BLS/ACLS instructor certification.
- A Master’s Degree in Nursing or ongoing studies.
Additional duties for specific posts
- • Skills Laboratory Instructor / Coordinator - Nursing: prepare and run skills-lab sessions and simulation scenarios on manikins and simulators, support OSCEs and practical assessments, maintain and service equipment and consumables, enforce safety and infection-prevention procedures, and keep records of lab usage, attendance and competencies achieved.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Pharmacy or a relevant pharmaceutical science (e.g. Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry).
- Bachelor’s: Pharmacy (B.Pharm).
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Human Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics or Public Health Nutrition.
- Bachelor’s: Food, Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent).
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Clinical Medicine or a related health science (e.g. Family Medicine, Public Health, Medical Education, a clinical speciality).
- Bachelor’s: Clinical Medicine (and Community Health).
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ teaching experience at university or college level.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Physiotherapy or a closely related rehabilitation science.
- Bachelor’s: Physiotherapy.
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
go to method of application »
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Occupational Therapy or a closely related rehabilitation science.
- Bachelor’s: Occupational Therapy.
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field, with specialisation or demonstrable expertise in blockchain/distributed ledger technology.
- Bachelor’s: A computing-related field.
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience, and practical experience with blockchain platforms (e.g. Ethereum, Hyperledger), smart contracts and cryptography.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
- A recognised professional certification (e.g. Certified Blockchain Professional/Developer) and industry experience implementing blockchain solutions.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
Additional duties for specific posts
- Lecturer - Blockchain Technology and Management: teach blockchain fundamentals, distributed systems, cryptography and smart-contract development, keep course content current with industry, and build industry links for attachments, guest lectures and collaborative projects.
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Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s: Community Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Promotion or Community Health Nursing.
- Bachelor’s: Community Health, Public Health, Environmental Health, Nursing or Clinical Medicine.
- Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience.
REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS
- Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
- Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
- Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All lecturer posts carry the following duties:
- Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
- Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
- Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
- Supervise student research projects.
- Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
- Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
- Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
Method of Application
Applicants should enclose a Letter of introduction including your salary expectations, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certification and four (4) reference letters with two (2) of them academic, one (1) professional and (1) one from a local religious leader who can speak to your character. Applications should be submitted both via email to vacancies@tangaza.ac.ke and through our recruitment portal at www.recruitment.tangaza.ac.ke
Kindly indicate the position e.g. "Lecturer - Pharmacy" in the subject line of your email. Submit your applications no later than 6th November 2026, indicating your daytime contacts to:
The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Tangaza University
P.O. Box 15055-00509
Nairobi
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