- Nairobi, Kenya
- Full-time
- Opportunity Type: Current Opening
Company Description
Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health. AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education. It is committed to progressively developing innovative programmes catering to the present and future African and global health needs. The University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, higher diploma, diploma· and certificate programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that prepare human resources for health to serve throughout the health system. AmIU will become the Pan African University in Primary Health care and seeks to train transformational leaders who will Inspire Lasting Change. For more on Amref International University, please visit https://amref.ac.ke
Job Description
Primary Purpose of the Job
The Tutorial Fellow will support delivering high-quality nursing education through teaching, research, and student mentorship. The role involves facilitating tutorials, clinical instruction and academic support to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students. The role holder will contribute to curriculum development and research activities while fostering a conducive learning environment in line with meeting the department’s key performance indicators and targets, including the overall University mission and vision.
Key Responsibilities
1. Teaching and Learning
- Deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in the assigned area of expertise/teaching.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality teaching materials, including lecture notes, handouts, assessment tools, including digital content.
- Supervise and assess students during clinical placements to ensure competency and practical nursing skills.
- Supervise and mentor Nursing students (KRCHN/Higher diploma/BScN/M and Upgrading ENM/ECHN) in their academic projects, research, or other areas.
- Apply and utilise modern teaching methods, including e-learning tools and student-centred approaches.
- Engage in all departmental teaching activities, including timetabling, course-loading, moderation of exams, supervision and marking exams, entry, and preparation of the graduation list.
- Participate in clinical teaching in the assigned area of specialisation.
- Provide academic guidance and mentorship to students, including advising on academic progress and career development.
2. Curriculum Review and Development
- Participate in designing, reviewing, and updating course curricula to align with current healthcare standards, regulatory requirements, and industry/ market trends.
- Contribute to developing innovative teaching methodologies, including simulation-based learning and e-learning platforms.
3. Research, Innovation and Scholarship
- Conduct individual or collaborative research in the field of expertise for personal and departmental growth.
- Continuously publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, books, seminars or conferences.
- Identify and participate in seeking research grants and other funding opportunities to support academic projects.
- Identify and engage in fundraising activities in the department.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students’ research projects and dissertations.
4. Academic Administration
- Assists in coordinating departmental activities such as examinations, timetabling and student evaluations.
- Participate in departmental and faculty meetings, committees, and other institutional/academic activities.
- Collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching methods and expand the knowledge base.
- Contribute to program accreditation processes and quality assurance systems.
- Participate in university and departmental marketing initiatives.
5. Community Engagement and Professional Development
- Collaborate with external organizations, industries, and the community to enhance knowledge sharing.
- Facilitate partnerships with healthcare institutions to enhance clinical training opportunities for students.
- Engage in professional development activities, such as workshops, seminars, and conferences.
- Represent the institution in public forums, professional bodies, and academic networks.
- Staying current on evidence-based practices to enhance teaching and clinical instruction.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: Master of Science in Midwifery; Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and hold a valid practice license.
Experience: At least three (3) years teaching in nursing training and at least two (2) years’ experience in clinical practice; Teaching or training experience in a higher education institution is an added advantage; experience in curriculum development and evaluation, and supporting a virtual learning environment
Skills, competencies and attributes
- Strong knowledge of nursing theory, practice and clinical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Facilitation, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Report writing and research skills.
- Proficiency in using teaching technologies such as learning management systems.
- Integrity and commitment to fostering a student-centred learning environment.
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing education and healthcare delivery.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and engage with a diverse student population.
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. The closing date will be Thursday 12th June 2025.
All Amref International University open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly note that official emails from AmIU will arrive from an @amref.ac.ke or @amref.org address.
Amref International University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref International University is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.
