Lecturer - Blockchain Technology and Management

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s: Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field, with specialisation or demonstrable expertise in blockchain/distributed ledger technology.
  
• Bachelor’s: A computing-related field.
  
• Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience, and practical experience with blockchain platforms (e.g. Ethereum, Hyperledger), smart contracts and cryptography.
  

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• A recognised professional certification (e.g. Certified Blockchain Professional/Developer) and industry experience implementing blockchain solutions.
  

REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS

• Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.
  
• Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.
  
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
  
• Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.
  
• Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.
  
• Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.
  

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All lecturer posts carry the following duties:

• Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.
  
• Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.
  
• Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.
  
• Supervise student research projects.
  
• Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.
  
• Engage in research, publication and community outreach.
  
• Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.
  

Additional duties for specific posts

• Lecturer - Blockchain Technology and Management: teach blockchain fundamentals, distributed systems, cryptography and smart-contract development, keep course content current with industry, and build industry links for attachments, guest lectures and collaborative projects.