Principal Tutor - School of Nursing

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or midwifery and a relevant post basic specialty qualification.
  
• Minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience in an accredited nursing programme.
  
• A minimum of one-year clinical experience.
  
• Registered and licensed with the Nursing Council of Kenya in good standing.
  
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the University’s mission, vision, and core values.
  
• Proven experience in curriculum implementation, examination administration, and staff supervision
  
• Experience in resource mobilization, including securing grants and leading academic development projects.
  
• Competence in budget management, faculty development, and fostering university-community partnerships.
  
• Strong leadership, communication, people management, and organizational skills; with a focus on student-centered initiatives, relationship building, and strategic planning
  
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the delivery of nursing courses in line with the approved curriculum and NCK standards
  
• Maintain compliance with NCK and Ministry of Education regulations, including curriculum updates, student enrollment requirements, and examination standard
  
• Monitor and maintain high academic and professional standards in teaching and clinical practice.
  
• Manage and mentor nursing tutors, clinical instructors, and support staff.
  
• Monitor student performance, discipline, and professional conduct.
  
• Liaise with hospitals, health centres, and community facilities to secure and supervise clinical placements.
  
• Provide academic guidance, career advice, and mentorship to nursing students.
  
• Ensure clinical training sites meet the standards for nursing practice and learning.
  
• Maintain accurate records of academic activities, examinations, and NCK compliance documentation.
  
• Represent the School of Nursing in institutional committees, NCK meetings, and professional forums.
  
• Foster relationships with alumni, healthcare partners, and the local community to enhance the school’s profile and support resource mobilization.
  
• Coordinate student welfare matters related to academic and clinical training.
  
• Actively promote the school’s academic offerings through community outreach, alumni engagement, and participation in health-related events to attract prospective students.