Lecturer Grade 12 - Agronomy (Crop Science and Production Systems)

Job specification

For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;
  

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
  
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
  
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).
  

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
  
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
  
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
  
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
  
• Developing teaching materials;
  
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
  
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
  
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
  
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
  
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
  
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.
  

Application Guidelines for the advertised vacancies

Applicants are advised to adhere to the following guidelines when submitting their applications:

• Applicants must attach five (5) applications for employment, copies of all supporting documents including academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials and where applicable evidence of publications, awards, professional memberships, grants, conference papers, workshops/trainings, supervision, linkages and community service, leadership and management roles; and any other relevant credentials.
  
• Applicants are required to give names, addresses and contacts of three (3) referees.
  
• Clearly indicate the Job Reference Number and the position applied for on the envelope containing the application documents.
  
• Detailed information on the Advertised position including the duties, responsibilities and minimum requirements may be obtained from the University website:
  
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present original documents.
  
• Applications for the positions should reach the Vice-Chancellor on the address indicated below