Job Description

KCA University is a dynamic private business university committed to quality service and ethical practices.

KCA University seeks to recruit a candidate to fill the following position;

Lecturer in Criminology

Job Objective: To facilitate quality learning through teaching, administration and academic advisory work and 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 COD from time to time.


• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams, assignments and continuous assessments 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 supervision and assisting of undergraduate and post graduate students in their research work.


• Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the Faculty Annual Assessment Review (FAAR)


• Participate in writing of research proposals and applying of research grants.


• Contribute and participate in the development in the departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.


• Develop and apply innovative and appropriate learning techniques and material which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students;


• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University wide working groups or committee 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’ examination, assignments and continuous assessments tests and ensure they are keyed in examination records management system in time;


• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members;

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD Degree in Criminology and security studies, Criminology, Criminal justice and security studies.


• Master of Arts/Science in criminology and security studies, Criminology, Criminal justice and security studies.


• At least 5 years’ teaching experience at University level


• Be registered with a relevant professional body.


• Should have published at least 2 peer reviewed articles in distinguished academic journals

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

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV and three references via email to hrjobs@kca.ac.ke by 27th August 2021.

KCAU staff are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director, Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kca.ac.ke

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