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

About this role

The Programme Leader for the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture provides strategic academic, operational, and administrative leadership for the degree program.

Reporting to the Dean, the role is responsible for ensuring high academic quality, managing curriculum updates aligned with modern agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices, supporting faculty and student success.

Ensuring full compliance with Commission for University Education (CUE) guidelines and institutional policies.

Requirements

• An earned PhD (Doctorate) in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science, Animal Science, 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, Exam Coordinator, or Programme Leader).
• Mandatory active registration/membership with relevant professional bodies, such as the Animal Production Society of Kenya (APSK), Soil Science Society of East Africa (SSSEA), or equivalent.
• A valid, current professional practising credential or registration where applicable.
• An active, verifiable research record in agriculture, sustainable farming systems, crop production, or agribusiness.
• A minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications in reputable, indexed journals within areas relevant to agriculture, food security, 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, operational, and administrative leadership for the degree program.
• Ensuring high academic quality.
• Managing curriculum updates aligned with modern agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices.
• Supporting faculty and student success.
• Ensuring full compliance with Commission for University Education (CUE) guidelines and institutional policies.

• Strategic academic leadership
• Operational and administrative leadership
• Curriculum management
• Academic quality assurance
• Faculty and student support
• Research in agriculture, sustainable farming systems, crop production, or agribusiness

• An earned PhD (Doctorate) in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science, Animal Science, 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, Exam Coordinator, or Programme Leader).
• Mandatory active registration/membership with relevant professional bodies, such as the Animal Production Society of Kenya (APSK), Soil Science Society of East Africa (SSSEA), or equivalent.
• A valid, current professional practising credential or registration where applicable.
• An active, verifiable research record in agriculture, sustainable farming systems, crop production, or agribusiness.
• A minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications in reputable, indexed journals within areas relevant to agriculture, food security, 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.