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Assistant Professor, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation
Job summary:
The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean or his/her designee of Chandaria School of Business (CSOB) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in service performance aimed at enhancing transformative teaching, learning and research.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
- Teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the specific areas of specialization as listed above.
- Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
- Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
- Participate in programme development, reviews and assessment.
- Supervise students’ research (projects /thesis /dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Engage in research in the area of expertise.
- Engage in service to the University, the profession, and to the community.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:
To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:
Assistant Professor
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from an accredited University.
- At least 3 years of teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.
- A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
- Supervised at least four (4) postgraduate students to completion as Lecturer/Research Fellow;
- Be registered by the relevant professional body, where applicable.
Personal Attributes & Key Competencies
- Excellent computer background
- Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
- Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
- Managing ambiguity and emotions
- Managing technological change
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent listening and mediation skills
- Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent research writing skills
Assistant Professor, Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Job summary:
The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean or his/her designee of Chandaria School of Business (CSOB) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in service performance aimed at enhancing transformative teaching, learning and research.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
- Teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the specific areas of specialization as listed above.
- Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
- Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
- Participate in programme development, reviews and assessment.
- Supervise students’ research (projects /thesis /dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Engage in research in the area of expertise.
- Engage in service to the University, the profession, and to the community.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:
To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:
Assistant Professor
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from an accredited University.
- At least 3 years of teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.
- A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
- Supervised at least four (4) postgraduate students to completion as Lecturer/Research Fellow;
- Be registered by the relevant professional body, where applicable.
Personal Attributes & Key Competencies
- Excellent computer background
- Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
- Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
- Managing ambiguity and emotions
- Managing technological change
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent listening and mediation skills
- Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent research writing skills
Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Economics
Job summary:
The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean or his/her designee of Chandaria School of Business (CSOB) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in service performance aimed at enhancing transformative teaching, learning and research.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
- Teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the specific areas of specialization as listed above.
- Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
- Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
- Participate in programme development, reviews and assessment.
- Supervise students’ research (projects /thesis /dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Engage in research in the area of expertise.
- Engage in service to the University, the profession, and to the community.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:
To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:
Lecturer
- An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized university and be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body where applicable.
OR
- A Master’s degree in related areas from an accredited university
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching and/or industrial experience in the relevant industry;
- A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed scholarly journal papers
- Be registered for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification
- Be registered with the relevant professional body.
Personal Attributes & Key Competencies
- Excellent computer background
- Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
- Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
- Managing ambiguity and emotions
- Managing technological change
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent listening and mediation skills
- Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent research writing skills
Assistant Professor, Business Statistics
Job summary:
The successful candidates will be reporting to the Dean or his/her designee of Chandaria School of Business (CSOB) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in service performance aimed at enhancing transformative teaching, learning and research.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
- Teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the specific areas of specialization as listed above.
- Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
- Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
- Participate in programme development, reviews and assessment.
- Supervise students’ research (projects /thesis /dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Engage in research in the area of expertise.
- Engage in service to the University, the profession, and to the community.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:
To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:
Assistant Professor
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from an accredited University.
- At least 3 years of teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.
- A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
- Supervised at least four (4) postgraduate students to completion as Lecturer/Research Fellow;
- Be registered by the relevant professional body, where applicable.
Personal Attributes & Key Competencies
- Excellent computer background
- Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
- Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
- Managing ambiguity and emotions
- Managing technological change
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent listening and mediation skills
- Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent research writing skills
Office Administrator – EPY
Job summary:
The position holder plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient functioning of the USAID Employment Pathways for Youth program by providing administrative and logistics support. The position involves handling various tasks to ensure smooth office operations and effective communication with internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
Communication:
- Respond to communication from program staff and external visitors via phone, email, and in person.
- Draft and internal and external communications for approval by the Chief of Party or Program Finance and Administration Director as required.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and events.
Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of meetings and field work.
Data Entry:
- Input and update student information in the database system.
- Compile and organize data for reporting purposes.
Administrative Support:
- Assist in the preparation of documents, presentations, and reports.
- Coordinate logistics for workshops, seminars, and other events.
- Create awareness of programs on offer to potential students and faculty.
Financial Administration:
- Process invoices, receipts, and expense reports.
- Assist in budget tracking and financial record-keeping.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other administrative staff to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Work closely with EPY project staff and other departments to ensure cohesive operations.
Staff Management:
- Manage up to two (2) or more work-study students.
Technology Proficiency:
- Utilize office software, email, and other technology tools effectively.
- Provide basic technical support to faculty and students as needed.
Office Management:
- Maintain a well-organized and tidy office space.
- Manage office supplies and place orders as needed.
- Ensure office equipment is in working order and coordinate repairs.
- Ensure EPY office never unstaffed during working hours.
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- 3 years of relevant administrative and/or donor program work.
- Familiarity with USAID or donor programs.
- Experience within the administrative structure of USIU-Africa.
Personal Attributes & Key Competencies
- Understand USIU-Africa’s administrative functioning.
- Must be adept at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues and resolve programs in a timely manner.
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and verbally.
- Must be able to effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information.
- Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities so as to use time efficiently.
- Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
- Must be dependable, and able to follow instructions.
- Must exhibit high ethical standards.
- Must be able to improve performance through management feedback.
Method of Application
If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line the postiion you are applying for. Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to:
Director, Human Resource,
United States International University – Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs-dvcasa@usiu.ac.ke