• Teaching: Deliver practical, project-based courses in 3D animation covering polygon modelling, UV unwrapping, texturing, basic rigging, lighting, and rendering using Autodesk Maya.
• Curriculum Development: Design and update course materials, syllabi, and assessment rubrics that align with industry standards and local context.
• Student Supervision: Guide students through project development, critiques, technical troubleshooting, and portfolio preparation.
• Assessment: Evaluate student work and provide clear, constructive technical feedback that supports learning outcomes.
• Production Pipeline Oversight: Teach and demonstrate the end-to-end 3D production pipeline from modelling to final render and presentation outputs.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Integrate 2D animation and motion graphics concepts into 3D workflows and collaborate with colleagues across film, sound, and game design.
• Industry Engagement: Foster links with industry partners, support internships, and, where appropriate, contribute to commercial or community-facing production projects.
• Academic Service: Participate in departmental meetings, student recruitment, outreach, and quality assurance activities.

Required Qualifications

• Degree: A PhD in Animation or a Master’s degree in Animation, Digital Media, or a closely related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrable proficiency in Autodesk Maya, including polygon modelling, UV unwrapping, texturing, basic rigging, lighting, and rendering.
• Teaching Experience: Experience teaching or tutoring 3D animation or related subjects, with evidence of practical, hands-on course delivery.
• Production Knowledge: Clear understanding of the 3D production pipeline and basic rendering workflows and presentation outputs.
• Assessment Skills: Ability to assess student work and provide actionable technical feedback.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Industry Experience: Professional or studio experience in animation, motion graphics, or related production environments.
• 2D Background: Background in 2D animation and motion graphics with the ability to relate 3D concepts to 2D workflows.
• Software Breadth: Familiarity with complementary tools (e.g., Substance Painter, Arnold/RenderMan/Redshift, After Effects, Unreal Engine) is an advantage.
• Research and Supervision: Experience supervising undergraduate or postgraduate projects and contributing to applied research or creative practice.
• Contextual Awareness: Experience working in African higher-education contexts or with local creative industries.

Skills and Competencies

• Technical: Strong understanding of 3D modelling principles, clean topology, and efficient workflows.
• Pedagogical: Ability to design practical assignments and scaffold learning from introductory to intermediate levels.
• Problem Solving: Aptitude for diagnosing technical issues and guiding students through solutions.
• Collaboration: Team player who can work across disciplines and with external partners.
• Student-Centred: Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and mentorship.

Teaching Load and Assessment Expectations

• Teaching Load: Typically, 3 courses per semester, including lectures, labs, and supervision of practical projects.
• Assessment: Mix of project-based assessments, portfolios, presentations, and written reflections.
• Professional Development: Expectation to engage in continuous professional development and to contribute to departmental training workshops.

• An Assistant Lecturer facilitates student learning through teaching, research, and community service. They develop and deliver curriculum, support students in pastoral mentorship, and publish scholarly work.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the assigned area of specialization.
• Prepare course outlines and instructional materials aligned with the approved curriculum.
• Deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars and supervise ministry sessions.
• Set, moderate, administer and mark examinations, assignments and continuous assessments.
• Provide timely academic feedback and maintain accurate student performance records.
• Offer academic advising, mentoring and discipleship to students.
• Supervise student research projects, practicums and ministry placements.
• Participate in curriculum development and periodic programme review to ensure biblical soundness and academic rigor.
• Engage in research, publish scholarly work and participate in academic conferences and seminars.
• Support chapel services, prayer meetings, spiritual retreats and institutional worship activities.
• Model Christian character, servant leadership and integrity consistent with the Seminary’s statement of faith.
• Participate in community outreach, missions, evangelism and church partnership programmes.
• Attend departmental, faculty and institutional meetings.
• Serve on committees and contribute to quality assurance and accreditation processes.
• Assist in student recruitment, marketing activities and institutional development initiatives.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Academics Office.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s degree in theology, Christian ministries or related fields from a recognized and accredited university.
• Strong theological grounding and commitment to evangelical Christian doctrine.
• Registration in a PhD programme will be an added advantage.
• Teaching experience in a university, college or theological institution is desirable.
• Demonstrated research potential and academic writing skills.
• Proficiency in digital learning platforms and modern teaching methodologies.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Active involvement in a local church and a lifestyle consistent with biblical principles.

Key Responsibilities    

• Teaching and research (Four courses per semester)
• Supervising of research projects
• Mentoring of Students and academic advising
• Setting and marking assignments , Tests and Examinations
• Assisting in smooth running of department
• Developing and review of curriculum
• Providing leadership to the other departmental members
• Any other duty assigned to you by the Dean of School or University Authority

Qualifications and skills    

• A Master’s degree in Music Production or related field from recognized institution
• A bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Production or related field from recognised institution
• Proven proficiency in Piano Performance and Music Theory with ABRSM Grade 7
• Strong hands on skills in music production technologies including the use of DAWs, microphones, mixers and related studio equipment

M.P Shah Hospital is looking to recruit a professional, and evidence driven person for a vacancy of a Lecturer position (1 Position).

Reporting to the Principal of MP Shah Hospital College of Health Sciences with the role of developing a supportive learning environment for student by participating in the curriculum development, implementation and review; assessment and evaluation of the Kenya Registered Nurse (KRN) program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Teaching and learning – Utilize at least 80% of worktime teaching and assessing learners as per the subject allocation.

2. Support students – Provide motivation, mentorship and counselling support to students.

3. Curriculum development – Participate in the development, implementation and review of the KRN curricula and course material as guided by Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).

4. Compliance– Ensure complete adherence to KRN training standards and professionalism as a Lecturer. Attend faculty meetings and partake in the CPD programs.

5. Research – Participate in the guidance and supervision of students on their research projects. Play a role in the research activities of the school and the hospital;

6. Managing resources – Ensure appropriate utilization of available resources and prudent cost cutting measures in daily operations.

7. Innovation – Initiate, generate and implement creative teaching and learning strategies with an infusion of environmental conservation and sustainability.

8. Co-curricular & Social and cooperate responsibility (SRC) – Take part in the institutional planned activities as required.

9. Discipline – Demonstrate high level of self-discipline and ensure student’s adherence to established code of conduct.

Interested and qualified candidates in the above position are encouraged to forward their CVs and application letters to recruitment@mpshahhospital.org on or before 18th April 2024.

University: Umma University

Location: Kajiado, Kenya

Job Description

Umma University is seeking a qualified and dynamic individual to join its team as a Lecturer in the Department of Medical Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering learning and teaching material across various modules within the subject area. The role includes student teaching and evaluation, research and scholarship, mentorship, liaison and networking, community outreach, and a flexible approach to work.

Qualifications:

• Earned Ph.D. in any of the Nursing fields (Medical-Surgical, Mental Health Nursing, Paediatric, Oncology Nursing, Critical Care Nursing).
• A master’s degree in the relevant field from an accredited university.
• At least three years of teaching experience at the university level as a lecturer or six years of research/industry experience.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• A minimum of three publication points, with at least two in refereed journal papers.
• Must have supervised at least three post-graduate students to completion as a lecturer equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Student teaching and evaluation.
2. Research and scholarship, including proposal development, supervision of student projects/research, and presentation at conferences.
3. Mentorship of students and new colleagues.
4. Liaison and networking, participating in departmental meetings, conferences, and community activities.
5. Community outreach, organizing and evaluating community activities with students.
6. A flexible approach to work, performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

How to Apply: For more information and to apply for the position, interested candidates should refer to the original job posting.