Lecturer – Blockchain Technology and Management

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Master’s: Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field, with specialisation or demonstrable expertise in blockchain/distributed ledger technology.

Bachelor’s: A computing-related field.

Experience: At least two (2) years’ university-level teaching experience, and practical experience with blockchain platforms (e.g. Ethereum, Hyperledger), smart contracts and cryptography.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

A recognised professional certification (e.g. Certified Blockchain Professional/Developer) and industry experience implementing blockchain solutions.

REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL POSTS

Degrees from universities recognised by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Foreign qualifications must be recognised or equated by CUE.

Current registration and a valid practising licence with the relevant regulatory body, where the profession is regulated.

Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (integrity), where applicable, and be able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.

Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory or skills-lab, clinical and community settings as the programme requires.

Good communication, mentorship, teamwork and ICT/e-learning skills.

Commitment to the mission and values of Tangaza University.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES All lecturer posts carry the following duties:

Plan and teach undergraduate courses in the relevant programme using learner-centred methods.

Conduct practical, skills-lab or computer-lab sessions and supervise students during clinical, field and community placements.

Prepare course outlines and teaching materials, and set, mark and moderate examinations and continuous assessments, including practical examinations such as OSCEs where applicable.

Supervise student research projects.

Contribute to curriculum development and review in line with the requirements of CUE and the relevant regulatory body.

Engage in research, publication and community outreach.

Mentor and advise students, and serve on departmental and university committees.

Additional duties for specific posts

Lecturer – Blockchain Technology and Management: teach blockchain fundamentals, distributed systems, cryptography and smart-contract development, keep course content current with industry, and build industry links for attachments, guest lectures and collaborative projects.