Senior Lecturer – Communication

About The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK)
The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) is a public institution established by the Government of Kenya in accordance with the Universities Act, 2012. Situated in Karen, roughly 20 kilometers from Nairobi’s Central Business District, the university offers a serene and ideal environment that fosters academic focus and scholarly pursuits.

Senior Lecturer – Communication
Job Type: Full-Time
Qualifications: BA/BSc/HND, MA/MBA/MSc, PhD/Fellowship
Experience Required: Minimum of 3 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Categories: Education / Teaching, Media / Advertising / Branding

REMUNERATION PACKAGE:

  • Monthly Basic Salary Range: Kshs. 154,729 – 238,221
  • Monthly House Allowance: Kshs. 58,972

Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must meet the following academic and professional requirements:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degree in Communication or a closely related discipline from an accredited or recognized university;
  • Have at least three (3) years of experience in teaching or academic research at the level of Lecturer or Research Fellow, backed by a solid record of high performance;
  • Must have successfully supervised a minimum of three (3) Master’s students or one (1) PhD student to completion since their last academic appointment;
  • Have published at least three (3) peer-reviewed journal articles, or authored three chapters in a scholarly book, or one full scholarly book since the last promotion;
  • Be affiliated with a recognized professional association in the relevant field;
  • Have taken part in curriculum development and/or academic program review;
  • Proven ability to secure research funding will be considered an added advantage.

Additional Competencies and Attributes:
Applicants should demonstrate the following:

  • Ability to teach, conduct research, and effectively supervise students or academic staff;
  • Skill in developing academic programs and course curricula;
  • Strong leadership and team-building qualities;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
  • Capacity to manage work efficiently under pressure;
  • Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking;
  • Proficiency in conflict resolution;
  • Experience in academic supervision and mentorship.

Academic Duties and Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, develop, and deliver new academic programs across various levels that align with national priorities and market demands;
  • Regularly review and update academic content and materials to reflect current industry and societal trends;
  • Utilize innovative teaching approaches that foster interest, comprehension, and enthusiasm among students;
  • Transfer theoretical and practical knowledge, methodologies, and techniques to support student skill development;
  • Ensure all academic programs adhere to the Cooperative University’s internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements;
  • Stimulate intellectual engagement and encourage critical and reflective thinking among learners;
  • Supervise academic research and student projects to build research and writing skills;
  • Coordinate educational field visits to bridge classroom learning with real-life applications;
  • Guide students during industrial attachments and internships to promote workplace readiness;
  • Prepare, administer, and grade student assessments while offering constructive feedback;
  • Identify key research areas that align with institutional goals and societal challenges;
  • Formulate research objectives and develop proposals to drive academic inquiries;
  • Explore and manage opportunities for securing research grants and external funding;
  • Contribute to the formulation of institutional research strategies to support impactful outputs;
  • Lead independent research initiatives, mentor junior researchers, and contribute to knowledge advancement;
  • Publish academic findings and present results through recognized journals, conferences, or other scholarly platforms;
  • Translate research insights into practical solutions and encourage uptake of findings;
  • Serve as a reviewer or referee to help maintain high academic and research standards;
  • Represent the university through national and international academic forums and exhibitions;
  • Stay abreast of current developments in the discipline to maintain subject matter expertise;
  • Perform other tasks as assigned in line with the university’s operational needs and strategic priorities.
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