Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Geospatial/Surveying Engineering)

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Sep 28, 2026 Medical View More Jobs Browse Jobs Categories Match Companies Lecturer: Civil Engineering (Geospatial/Surveying Engineering) Posted:10 hours ago Company Details Name:Kirinyaga University Rating: No ratings yet (0 reviews) — log in to rate this company Industry: Education Management Website: http://www.kyu.ac.ke/ Description: KyU is located approximately 115 Km North East of Nairobi on Sagana - Embu - Highway. It is the successor to Kirinyaga Technical Institute which was conceived by the people of Kirinyaga way back in 1971 when the former head of state His Excellency the President, Hon. Daniel Arap Moi C.G.H., M.P. (th... KyU is located approximately 115 Km North East of Nairobi on Sagana - Embu - Highway. It is the successor to Kirinyaga Technical Institute which was conceived by the people of Kirinyaga way back in 1971 when the former head of state His Excellency the President, Hon. Daniel Arap Moi C.G.H., M.P. (then Vice-president) launched the Harambee Fund Raising Drive at the request of Kirinyaga people. Kirinyaga County Council set aside 200 acres of land for the institute at Kutus and 50 more acres were also acquired at Kangaita area on the slopes of Mt. Kenya. The Institute opened doors to the first students on 2nd March 1977 when 72 students were enrolled, 48 of these students were admitted in the building and construction department while the remaining 24 were enrolled in the clothing and textile technology department. New training programmes were introduced in plumbing and Electrical installation in the early and mid-eighties respectively. Kirinyaga University College the predecessor to KyU was established as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and technology (JKUAT) through a Legal Order No. 108 of August 2011. KyUC admitted its first student in September 2012 in two Bachelors’ degree programmes and grew tremendously in student and staff population with commensurate facilities to host 13 degree programmes. Kirinyaga University was granted charter by His Excellency Hon. Uhuru Kenyatta the President of the republic of Kenya on 7th October 2016 with thirteen academic degree programmes, and has since increased the number of academic degree programmes to seventeen (17). The University is positioning itself to be a leader in offering courses geared towards producing employers and not employees in areas outlined by the Vision 2030. VISION To be a world class university in training, research, technology and innovation for development. MISSION To train and develop world class human resource equipped with innovative technology and skills in the fields of Engineering, ICT, Pure and Applied sciences, Hospitality and Textile Technology, Health Sciences and Business Enterprise, to meet the demands of a dynamic world. PHILOSOPHY A world class University that promotes human equality, trains students and develops staff who are innovative and who pursue excellence through transformational leadership. CORE VALUES The University College operations will be guided by the core values listed below: Professionalism Integrity, transparency and accountability Innovation and creativity Excellence Value addition and improvement Equity View more View less More Jobs from Kirinyaga University Job Details Job Type: Full Time Workplace Type: On-site Qualification: Diploma Job Experience: Mandatory Job Location: Kirinyaga County, Kenya Closing Date: Undisclosed Salary: Not specified Other Pay: Benefits Job Category: Education Job Description Role Overview This academic appointment blends engineering teaching, research supervision, and departmental service. The post holder will guide undergraduate and postgraduate students through coursework, assessment, and research projects while also pursuing funded research and helping shape curriculum and academic plans. The position is central to maintaining teaching standards, expanding scholarly output, and connecting the department with professional engineering practice and external collaborators. Key Responsibilities Teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students through lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, seminars, and project work. Create examination papers, manage moderation and exam administration, and evaluate scripts, coursework, and other assessments promptly and fairly. Guide students through academic planning, progression, research choices, and professional development as an advisor and mentor. Design and refresh course content, laboratory guides, case studies, and digital learning resources to keep programmes current and relevant. Oversee student research from proposal development to final presentation or defence at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Write grant applications, develop research programmes, and pursue external funding that supports departmental and interdisciplinary priorities. Contribute to curriculum review, strategic planning, departmental meetings, accreditation work, and other academic administrative tasks. Take part in seminars, workshops, conferences, consultancy, and professional networks to share knowledge and build partnerships within and beyond the university. Requirements & Qualifications An earned PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering or closely related field from an accredited and recognised university, plus registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya. Alternatively, a Master's degree in the relevant field from an accredited and recognised university, with at least three years of university teaching, research, or industry experience in special cases. For candidates qualifying through the Master's route, a minimum of twenty-four publication points, including at least ten points from refereed journal papers. Current registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya. Demonstrated ability to teach, assess, and supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Evidence of scholarly activity, research writing, and the capacity to develop competitive funding proposals. Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills for student advising, teamwork, and administrative duties. Commitment to curriculum development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional engineering ethics. 639 open positions on Semasocial right now 27 open positions in Kirinyaga County, Kenya 21 posted in the last 7 days Contact Information Website CV Job Description Matcher See how well your CV matches this job and get tips to improve your chances AI Tool This tool helps you see how closely your CV matches a job description. 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