Lecturer, Economics - 2 Posts at Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK)

REMUNERATION:

• Basic Salary per month range: Kshs. (121,928/= - 187,710/=)
• House Allowance per month: Kshs. (55, 286/=).

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Must possess a PhD, Masters and Bachelors Degree in Economics or a relevant field from an accredited/recognized University;

Possession of the following requirements will be an added advantage:

• Experience in developing and reviewing curriculum;
• Experience in the Industry or academia;
• Evidence of publications and attraction of research funds;
• Membership in a relevant professional body.

In addition, applicants should demonstrate:

• Ability to teach/conduct research and supervise students and/or staff;
• Ability to design and develop academic programmes and curricula;
• Leadership skills;
• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work under pressure skills;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Conflict management;
• Supervisory skills.

 Duties and responsibilities for academic staff

• Teaching undergraduate students and or postgraduate students (in writing good academic proposals and publications) and supervising students' research;
• Preparing learning and teaching materials to enable better delivery of content and achievement of the objectives of the course;
• Delivering the course content to students through lectures, ensuring that they follow the curriculum objectives;
• Evaluating the delivery models and making appropriate improvements to ensure quality teaching and learning;
• Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking exams to gauge the effectiveness of teaching and learning;
• Carrying out a needs assessment for curriculum, identifying the content gaps to produce competent graduates;
• Developing and reviewing the curriculum and ensuring that it complies with the Commission for University Education guidelines and that it is relevant to the job market and the standing of the University;
• Carrying out research in their areas of specialization by writing grant proposals, publishing and disseminating research results to create and enhance knowledge;
• Disseminating research results through publications, conferences, and workshops to make knowledge accessible to the public;
• Managing research grants and projects, preparing budgets for the respective funds and ensuring good and appropriate use of the same;
• Developing work plans and timelines to ensure the objectives of the research are well achieved;
• Preparation of reports as required by funding agencies, e.g. financial reports and research output;
• Provision of consultancy services with key stakeholders in areas of expertise for improved socio-economic development;
• Creating, maintaining and expanding linkages with both local and international through networking to improve individual and institutional visibility;
• Serving as an expert in local and international committees and panels, ensuring appropriate dissemination of knowledge;
• Participation in the University's open day, field day, and exhibition for the enhancement of the image of the University.
• May be required to perform other related duties based on the CUK’s needs