Principal Lecturer II

Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC) is the oldest middle level media training Institution in Kenya established in 1961. It is currently a State Corporation established through Legal Notice No.197 of 2011(amended). The Institute offers training at Post Graduate, Diploma and Certificate levels in Communication and Cinematic Arts.

The Institute invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Principal Lecturer II, KIMC GRADE 5 (2 POSTS) REF NO: KIMC/PL/HR/01/2023

Duties and Responsibilities
(i) Lecturing specific subjects in areas of specialisation in accordance with the syllabus;
(ii) Developing, reviewing and preparing training resources, Programs and schemes of work;
(iii) Assessing students’ performance and preparing reports;
(iv) Conducting research and providing consultancy work; and
(v) Conducting seminars / workshops or symposia and coordinate courses.

Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an Officer must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Senior lecturer or in a comparable position in the public service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass communication, Communication studies, Broadcast production (Film, Television, or Radio) Media studies, Information Science, Arts or Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Economics or Business studies, Theatre Arts/ Performing Arts, Music, Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution;
(iii) Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass communication, Communication studies International Development, Economics, Broadcast production (Film, Television or Radio) or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution;
(iv) Certificate of Training of Trainers (TOT) course lasting not less than six (6) months in a recognisable Institution;
(v) Attended a senior Management course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognised Institution;
(vi) Certificate in computer applications skills; and
(vii) Shown Merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service
The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 81,390 to 117,410 per month exclusive of allowances.

How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications quoting job reference number accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae; copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card, Transcripts and Testimonials; Daytime Contacts; Full Names and Contacts of three (3) referees to be addressed to:
The Director/ CEO
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
Uholo Road, (South B), Nairobi
Off Mombasa Road
P.O. Box 42422 – 00100
NAIROBI.

So as to reach him not later than 7th February, 2023 at 4.30 pm

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Successful candidates after interviews will be required to obtain the following documents:
a) Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
b) Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
c) Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
d) Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
e) Clearance certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau Certificate (CRB)

KIMC is an equal opportunity employer; persons with disabilities and people from marginalized groups with requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply.