Lecturer in Psychology Community Health and Development Studies at Management University of Africa
JOB PURPOSE
- The
Lecturer in Psychology & Community Health & Development will
contribute to teaching, research, student mentorship, and community
engagement in both psychology and community health disciplines. The role
requires an academic with interdisciplinary expertise who can bridge
mental health, behavioral sciences, and public/community health to advance
holistic learning, research, and service.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching & Learning
- Deliver
lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in Psychology, Public Health,
and Community Development courses.
- Develop,
review, and update curricula, teaching materials, and assessments in line
with Commission for University Education (CUE) standards.
- Supervise
undergraduate and postgraduate students’ projects, theses, and
dissertations.
- Apply
innovative pedagogy, including digital and case-based teaching methods.
Research & Scholarship
- Conduct
individual and collaborative research in psychology, mental health, and
community health & development.
- Publish
in refereed journals and present at national and international academic
conferences.
- Seek
external research funding and participate in interdisciplinary research
projects.
- Mentor
students in research methodology, data analysis, and academic writing.
Community Engagement & Professional Service
- Participate
in outreach and consultancy programs addressing mental health,
psychosocial support, and community health needs.
- Provide
technical input for policy development in health and mental health
systems.
- Build
collaborations with government, NGOs, and development partners in health
and psychology fields.
University Service & Administration
- Serve
on departmental, school, or university committees as required.
- Support
academic planning, program accreditation, and quality assurance
initiatives.
- Mentor
students and support their professional and personal growth.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- A PhD
in Psychology, Community Health, Public Health, Development Studies, or a
closely related field from a recognized institution; OR a Master’s degree
in Psychology/Community Health with at least three (3) years of university
teaching/research experience and evidence of PhD enrolment.
- At
least two (2) publications in refereed journals or equivalent scholarly
works.
- Demonstrated
teaching and student supervision experience.
- Experience
in curriculum design and program accreditation.
- Membership
in a relevant professional body (e.g.,APA, Kenya Psychological
- Association,
Public Health Society, Counselling Association) is desirable.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Expertise
in psychology, mental health, and community health systems.
- Effective
teaching, facilitation, and mentorship skills.
- Strong
research, grant writing, and academic publishing capacity.
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment
to ethics, teamwork, and community service.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements below
should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address,
daytime telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications
should reach the undersigned not later than 17th September 2025. The Management
University of Africa is an equal opportunity employer.
THE VICE – CHANCELLOR
The Management University of Africa
P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI
Email: vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke