Equip Africa Institute invites qualified and motivated individuals to apply for various positions within its academic and administrative departments. The institution is expanding its capacity across different campuses and centers, seeking professionals who will contribute to the advancement of teaching, learning, research, and administration.
The available vacancies are spread across the School of Education, Finance Department, and Central Administration, offering opportunities in both academic and technical support roles. Applicants are encouraged to review the responsibilities of each position and apply before the specified deadlines.
Below is a detailed description of the advertised positions:
1. Lecturers – School of Education (Three Positions, Thika Campus)
The School of Education is seeking three lecturers to join its teaching and academic research team at the Thika Campus. This role is central to the mission of the School, which is to provide high-quality teacher education and contribute to the preparation of competent educators for the national and regional education systems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver lectures and facilitate learning in assigned courses within the School of Education.
- Prepare teaching materials, including lesson plans, course outlines, reading lists, and digital resources to support student learning.
- Supervise teaching practice, research projects, and continuous assessment activities.
- Participate in curriculum development, ensuring that the content is up-to-date, relevant, and aligned with both national and institutional standards.
- Mentor and advise students academically and professionally, providing guidance on career development.
- Conduct research in areas relevant to education, producing publications that contribute to academic discourse and institutional visibility.
- Engage in professional development, workshops, and seminars to remain current with new teaching methodologies and educational technologies.
- Contribute to departmental meetings, school committees, and faculty boards, actively participating in decision-making processes.
- Collaborate with colleagues within and outside the School on interdisciplinary teaching and research projects.
- Support community outreach initiatives and partnerships that enhance the visibility and impact of the School of Education.
This position requires individuals who are not only committed to teaching but also demonstrate leadership in research and innovation within the education sector.
2. Accounts Assistant – Finance Department (One Position, Mombasa Campus)
The Finance Department at the Mombasa Campus is looking for one Accounts Assistant to provide financial and accounting support in line with institutional policies and accounting standards. This role plays a critical part in ensuring financial accountability, record-keeping, and timely reporting.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records by updating ledgers, journals, and other financial documentation.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
- Support the processing of payments, including verifying invoices, ensuring proper authorization, and recording transactions.
- Manage petty cash operations and ensure accurate accounting of expenditures.
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure that discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.
- Track accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely settlement and collection of outstanding balances.
- Support budget preparation and monitoring by providing accurate financial data to management.
- Assist with audits by preparing documentation, reconciling records, and supporting the audit process.
- Ensure compliance with institutional financial policies, regulatory frameworks, and best practices.
- Provide clerical and administrative support to the Finance Department, including filing, correspondence, and responding to inquiries.
The Accounts Assistant position is critical in maintaining transparency, efficiency, and accountability within the Finance Department.
3. Monitoring of Teachings Assistant – Central Administration (One Position, Malindi Centre, Equip Africa Institute)
Equip Africa Institute’s Central Administration is inviting applications for the position of Monitoring of Teachings Assistant at the Malindi Centre. The role focuses on supporting the institution in maintaining academic quality standards and ensuring consistency in the delivery of teaching and learning.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor the implementation of academic timetables and teaching schedules, ensuring adherence by faculty and staff.
- Track attendance and delivery of lectures across different departments, reporting any irregularities to the relevant offices.
- Collect and compile data related to teaching effectiveness, student feedback, and staff performance.
- Prepare reports on the quality and frequency of teaching sessions, submitting them to Central Administration for analysis.
- Provide administrative support during evaluations, assessments, and audits of teaching processes.
- Act as a liaison between the administration and teaching staff in matters relating to class schedules, attendance, and performance.
- Assist in coordinating substitute lecturers or adjustments to timetables in cases of staff absence.
- Ensure that classrooms and teaching resources are adequately prepared for academic sessions.
- Participate in the development and implementation of policies aimed at improving teaching effectiveness.
- Support quality assurance initiatives that focus on maintaining academic standards across campuses.
This role requires a high level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to ensuring that academic operations run smoothly and effectively.
4. Studio Technologists – Central Administration (Two Positions, Thika Campus)
The Central Administration is seeking two Studio Technologists to be based at the Thika Campus. These positions are technical roles that provide support in the operation, maintenance, and management of the institution’s studios, ensuring that academic and creative activities are facilitated with modern and well-functioning equipment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain studio equipment, including cameras, lighting systems, audio equipment, and editing tools.
- Support academic staff and students in the practical use of studio facilities during classes, projects, and research.
- Set up equipment and prepare studios for scheduled sessions, ensuring that all resources are functioning properly.
- Provide technical assistance during studio-based lectures, demonstrations, and student projects.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs or maintenance when necessary.
- Maintain an inventory of studio equipment, tracking usage and ensuring proper storage and handling.
- Advise on the acquisition of new studio technology and assist with upgrades to ensure facilities remain modern and competitive.
- Train students and staff on the safe and effective use of studio equipment.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in studio environments.
- Contribute to the documentation of studio activities, including recording usage logs and preparing reports.
The Studio Technologist role is essential in supporting creative, research, and teaching activities by ensuring that technical resources are available and effectively utilized.
Application Deadlines
- Lecturers, School of Education (Thika Campus): Deadline is Saturday, 20 September 2025
- Accounts Assistant (Mombasa Campus): Deadline is Monday, 15 September 2025
- Monitoring of Teachings Assistant (Malindi Centre): Deadline is Friday, 12 September 2025
- Studio Technologists (Thika Campus): Deadline is Saturday, 20 September 2025
Equip Africa Institute provides a dynamic environment where academic and administrative staff contribute to the growth of higher education. The positions listed above offer opportunities for professionals in teaching, finance, administration, and technical services to make meaningful contributions to the institution’s mission. Interested candidates should submit their applications by the respective deadlines provided for each position.
