KCA University Senior Lecturer in Actuarial Sciences Job in Kenya 2021
- Published date: August 12, 2021
- Category: Education, Teaching & Training
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- Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
- Jop type:
- Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
- Company name: Jobs in Kenya
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;
Senior Lecturer in Actuarial Sciences
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 departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building 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 committee as and 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 Actuarial Science
- At least 5 years’ teaching experience at University level
- Should have published at least 5 peer reviewed articles in distinguished academic journals
- Has mentored at least 5 Masters students
- Experience in curriculum development and reviews
- Has attained the Academic Rank of a Senior Lecturer
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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