Assistant Lecturer in Journalism and Mass Communication at Tharaka University

ASSISTANT LECTURER GRADE 11 - Ref: TUN/AD/13/09/24

Responsible to: Chairperson of Department

• This is a training grade with potential for employment with Tharaka University. Candidates who meet the required qualifications in their areas of specialization may apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of an Assistant Lecturer/Junior Research Fellow are as follows:

• Teaching, evaluating, and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Setting, administering, and marking examinations (here and elsewhere)
• Pursuing higher degrees.
• Articulating the Vision and Mission of the University and the Department.
• Initiating, planning, and conducting research.
• Developing teaching and learning materials.
• Participating in the preparation of Department and Faculty development plans.
• Organizing and supervising educational activities for undergraduate students.
• Attending and participating in seminars, workshops, and conferences in relevant fields.
• Participating in administrative, academic, and consultancy activities in the Department and other Organizations.
• Participating in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula in the Department.
• Participating in Departmental meetings and other activities for effective and efficient management of the Department and Faculty.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities by the Chief University officers, Dean of Faculty, or Chair of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

Qualification Requirements:

For appointment to this grade, one must;

• Have a Masters from a recognized academic institution.
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
• Should also demonstrate potential for University teaching and/or research by registering for PhD studies