MKU
Mount Kenya University
Lecturer, Journalism & Mass Communication at Mount Kenya University
KenyaFull TimeMid-Senior Level
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Qualification
Must have:
PhD in Journalism & Mass Communication or an equivalent qualification from a recognized academic institution.
Master's Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication or an equivalent qualification from a recognized academic institution.
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication or an equivalent qualification from a recognized academic institution
At least three (3) years of teaching experience in a recognized Academic Institution of higher learning.
Be registered by the relevant Professional Body (where applicable)
Key responsibilities also include
Reporting to the Head, Journalism & Mass Communication
Duties and responsibilities:
Participate in curriculum development and review.
Prepare a course outline to guide the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus.
Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline.
Teach Undergraduate, Diploma, and Certificate courses.
Set, invigilate, and administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give a progressive report to the Department.
Supervise students' projects and attend defence meetings to enable them to complete their studies successfully.
Carry out research, prepare publications, and participate in conferences to disseminate knowledge generated.
Attract funding to the University to support research.
Facilitate field studies and assess students during attachments/trips/ internships.
Participate in official University meetings and functions.
Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance of more than four-fifths of all lectures before they can sit for their examinations.
Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.