Lecturer, Journalism & Mass Communication

About the role

Mount Kenya University seeks a dynamic and experienced Lecturer in Journalism & Mass Communication to join its academic staff. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, deliver undergraduate, diploma and certificate courses, and support the university’s research agenda.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum development and review, preparing course outlines and learning content.
• Teach undergraduate, diploma and certificate programmes, set and invigilate examinations, and monitor student attendance.
• Supervise student projects, facilitate field studies, and assess internships and attachments.
• Conduct research, publish findings, attract research funding, and present at conferences.
• Report to the Head of Journalism & Mass Communication and undertake administrative duties as assigned.

Required profile

• PhD, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Journalism & Mass Communication or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience at a recognized higher‑learning institution.
• Registration with the relevant professional body where applicable.
• Ability to develop learning materials, supervise student work and contribute to research activities.