External Examiner – School of Pure & Applied Sciences

About the role

The University is seeking an experienced External Examiner to support the School of Pure and Applied Sciences. The role involves independent moderation of examinations, assessment of academic standards, and contribution to curriculum quality assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Moderate examination papers and marking schemes prior to administration.
• Review and moderate marked scripts, projects, dissertations, theses and other assessments.
• Evaluate programme and assessment standards against national and international benchmarks.
• Prepare independent reports on the quality and standards of academic programmes.
• Advise on curriculum development, assessment practices and academic quality enhancement.
• Participate in examination boards and academic meetings as invited.
• Submit annual reports on examination conduct and programme standards.

Required profile

• Earned PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution.
• Current rank of Senior Lecturer or equivalent at a recognized university.
• Strong record of teaching, research and academic supervision.
• Experience in examination moderation, curriculum development and quality assurance.
• Registration with relevant professional body where applicable.
• Not a current employee of Mount Kenya University.

Required skills

• Project management
• Research publication
• University teaching
• Training programme planning