At KCA University, Research and Innovation is one of our strategic pillars in the academic vision. As a renowned center of excellence in both teaching and research, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and advancing knowledge in various fields. Our focus areas for research encompass Education and Learning, Business, Governance and Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology, Natural Resources and Climate Action, as well as Green and Creative Economy. With state-of-the-art facilities and unwavering support for research and extension services, we aim to drive impactful discoveries and contribute to the advancement of society.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement long-term faculty development strategies aligned with institutional goals.
- Lead faculty mentorship programs and provide personalised coaching on teaching effectiveness.
- Guide faculty on pedagogical best practices, active learning strategies, and student engagement techniques.
- Evaluate faculty development initiatives using data, faculty feedback, and best practices to improve offerings.
- Design and facilitate impactful workshops on innovative teaching, curriculum design, and assessment methods.
- Contribute to the development of institutional policies on faculty teaching and learning.
- Partner with academic leadership, deans, and faculty committees to enhance teaching and learning initiatives.
- Support faculty in adopting new instructional technologies and digital teaching tools.
Qualifications And Experience
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Education, Instructional Design, Higher Education Leadership, or a related field from an accredited and recognised institution. A master’s degree will be considered where accompanied by extensive, directly relevant experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in faculty development, instructional design, or academic training in a higher education setting.
- Strong knowledge of teaching and learning best practices, curriculum design, and faculty mentoring.
- Experience leading institution-wide faculty development programs.
- Demonstrated ability to use data and assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of faculty development initiatives.
- Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS), educational technologies, and digital learning platforms.
Other Skills And Competencies
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Stakeholder engagement skills to drive faculty training initiatives.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter, a detailed CV with at least three referees, copies of academic and professional certificates, and a clear copy of their Kenya National ID and KRA PIN certificate. Applications should be received on or before Mar 6, 2026 (the deadline).
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
