Tangaza University College is a private, Catholic university in Nairobi, Kenya.

About this role

The Programme Leader for the Bachelor of Communication & Media Studies provides strategic, academic, and administrative leadership for the degree program.

Responsible for curriculum design, faculty supervision, academic quality assurance, and student success, the Programme Leader ensures the curriculum remains innovative and industry-aligned.

While managing day-to-day academic operations and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• An earned PhD (Doctorate) in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related discipline from a recognized and accredited university.
• Hold the academic rank of Senior Lecturer (or be eligible for appointment to Senior Lecturer in line with CUE standards).
• At least five (5) years of university-level teaching experience, aligned with CUE guidelines and standards common in Kenyan private universities.
• Demonstrable administrative and academic leadership experience in a university setting (e.g., as Head of Department, or Programme Leader).
• Mandatory active registration/membership with relevant professional bodies, such as the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK), or equivalent.
• A valid, current professional practising licence/accreditation where applicable.
• An active, verifiable research record in communication, media, digital communication, or journalism studies.
• A minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications in reputable, indexed journals within areas relevant to communication, media, or higher education.
• A clear understanding of and commitment to Tangaza University's mission, vision, and core Catholic/faith-based values, as expected of academic leaders in Kenya's faith-based private university sector.

• Provides strategic, academic, and administrative leadership for the degree program.
• Leads curriculum design, faculty supervision, academic quality assurance, and student success.
• Ensures the curriculum remains innovative and industry-aligned.
• Manages day-to-day academic operations and regulatory compliance.

• Strategic, academic, and administrative leadership
• Curriculum design and development
• Faculty supervision
• Academic quality assurance
• Student success support
• Academic operations management
• Regulatory compliance
• Active research and scholarly publication

• An earned PhD (Doctorate) in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related discipline from a recognized and accredited university.
• Hold the academic rank of Senior Lecturer (or be eligible for appointment to Senior Lecturer in line with CUE standards).
• Demonstrable administrative and academic leadership experience in a university setting (e.g., as Head of Department, or Programme Leader).
• Mandatory active registration/membership with relevant professional bodies, such as the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK), or equivalent.
• A valid, current professional practising licence/accreditation where applicable.
• An active, verifiable research record in communication, media, digital communication, or journalism studies.
• A minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications in reputable, indexed journals within areas relevant to communication, media, or higher education.
• A clear understanding of and commitment to Tangaza University's mission, vision, and core Catholic/faith-based values.