LECTURER – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

Reports to: Head of Nursing School.

Location: Nairobi.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB - (JOB SUMMARY)

The job holder is responsible for delivering the curriculum content and preparing students for community health practice. He/she coordinates community health placements, guides students through community diagnoses, and supervises fieldwork. Additionally, they manage ongoing student assessments, develop instructional materials, and ensure strict compliance with all Nursing Council regulations.

Main responsibilities.

1. Plan, design, and deliver evidence-based lectures, practical demonstrations, and laboratory sessions.

Align lesson plans with the approved medical curriculum and utilize diverse pedagogical methods.

Registering and monitoring the attendance of learners under one’s care.

2. Accountable for the creation, evaluation, and standardization of all course examinations and continuous assessments to ensure compliance with quality assurance frameworks.

3. Provide comprehensive supervision for learners' research activities, including monitoring milestones, evaluating progress, and grading final submissions.

4. Supervise and evaluate learners’ fieldwork and case study portfolios to ensure alignment with professional standards and course learning outcomes.

5. Take feedback from learners to improve teaching methodologies and content within the department

6. Responsible for the clinical supervision and mentorship.

7. Design, facilitate, and grade clinical competency assessments to ensure learners meet institutional standards and professional regulatory requirements.

8. Carry out administrative tasks related to the department, such as learner admissions, induction programs and involvement in committees and boards.

Work experience, academic & professional qualifications.

1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing with clear specialization in Community Health nursing or its equivalent.

2. At least 3 years of experience in community Health Nursing Education.

3. A valid practice license from the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).

Essential skills.

1. Deep knowledge of the NCK curriculum structures.

2. Meticulous & result-oriented.

3. Skills in lesson planning & OSCEs.

4. Good communication skills.