Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice
2026-03-20T12:30:39+00:00
KCA University (KCAU)
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Education, and Training
Education, Teachers & Education
2026-03-31T17:00:00+00:00
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Located in Ruaraka along the Nairobi Thika highway and just 15 minutes from the city center, KCA University is uniquely positioned to contribute to, and draw from, the strength and diversity of the vast Nairobi metropolis. We have also been unrelenting in our deliberate push to establish a beacon of knowledge that will impact the East African region and beyond.
JOB SUMMARY
Qualifications And Experience
PhD in Criminology or PhD in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution
Masters in Criminology and Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
Be registered with a relevant professional body (where applicable).
At least 3 years of teaching experience from a recognised institution with supervision experience.
A minimum of two (2) high-quality publications in refereed journals.
Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the Chair of Department from time to time.
Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work and other experiential learning programmes.
Initiate, promote and participate in conducting research projects and produce publications, as well as other research projects.
Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
Contribute to and participate in the development of departmental and School seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
Contribute to departmental, School and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so;
Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills;
Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system in time;
Attend departmental, School, and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
- Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the Chair of Department from time to time.
- Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
- Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
- Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
- Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
- Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work and other experiential learning programmes.
- Initiate, promote and participate in conducting research projects and produce publications, as well as other research projects.
- Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
- Contribute to and participate in the development of departmental and School seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
- Contribute to departmental, School and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so;
- Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills;
- Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system in time;
- Attend departmental, School, and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
- Teaching
- University teaching
- Exam preparation and grading
- Training program planning
- PhD in Criminology or PhD in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution
- Masters in Criminology and Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
- Be registered with a relevant professional body (where applicable).
- A minimum of two (2) high-quality publications in refereed journals.
- Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
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Vacancy title:
Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Education, Teachers & Education]
Jobs at:
KCA University (KCAU)
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, March 31 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 20 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Request InformationCourse Fee StructuresApplication Forms
Connect with us:
Ruaraka Campus, Kenya
Nairobi CBD Campus, Kenya
Kisumu Campus, Kenya
Kitengela Campus, Kenya
Campuses
Chancellor Message
Office of the Vice Chancellor
Senate & Management Board
University Governance
Mission & Vision
History & Core Values
Facts & Figures
Points of Pride
Alma Mater
Corporate newsletter
Corporate Information
Articles
Media Coverage
Speeches
Publications
Media Center
4/4
Located in Ruaraka along the Nairobi Thika highway and just 15 minutes from the city center, KCA University is uniquely positioned to contribute to, and draw from, the strength and diversity of the vast Nairobi metropolis. We have also been unrelenting in our deliberate push to establish a beacon of knowledge that will impact the East African region and beyond.
JOB SUMMARY
Qualifications And Experience
PhD in Criminology or PhD in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution
Masters in Criminology and Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
Be registered with a relevant professional body (where applicable).
At least 3 years of teaching experience from a recognised institution with supervision experience.
A minimum of two (2) high-quality publications in refereed journals.
Demonstrated evidence of service to the University and community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the Chair of Department from time to time.
Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work and other experiential learning programmes.
Initiate, promote and participate in conducting research projects and produce publications, as well as other research projects.
Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
Contribute to and participate in the development of departmental and School seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
Contribute to departmental, School and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so;
Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills;
Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system in time;
Attend departmental, School, and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
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