Part-time Lecturers – Planning and Design at The Open University of Kenya

Part-time Lecturers – Planning and Design at The Open University of Kenya – The Open University of Kenya Kenya Job Details

About the Role

The Open University of Kenya is recruiting Part-time Lecturers in Planning and Design to support its mission of expanding access to quality higher education through flexible, technology-enabled learning modes. This part-time position is based in Nairobi and suits academics with advanced qualifications and teaching experience who can deliver content in both traditional and online formats.

The role involves teaching planning and design subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students across distance and online platforms. You will be expected to adapt your teaching methods to support learners in a digital environment while maintaining rigorous academic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and instructional content in planning and design to students enrolled in distance and online programmes
• Prepare and manage digital course materials and online learning resources
• Assess student work, provide feedback, and maintain grading records in line with university standards
• Participate in student support activities, including online tutoring and discussion forums
• Collaborate with other faculty members to ensure curriculum coherence and quality delivery
• Stay current with developments in your field and incorporate relevant knowledge into teaching
• Contribute to course development and refinement as needed

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral qualification in planning, design, or a closely related field from an accredited institution; OR a Master’s degree in the relevant field from an accredited institution combined with at least three years of university-level teaching experience and current registration in a doctoral programme
• Demonstrated competence in using computers and managing digital content delivery
• Ability to support students effectively in online learning environments
• Current membership in a relevant professional body (where applicable)
• Valid national identification document or passport
• Certified copies of all academic qualifications and professional certificates
• Contact details of three professional referees willing to speak to your academic and teaching credentials

What to Expect

• A flexible part-time arrangement suited to working professionals and active researchers
• The opportunity to teach in an institution committed to widening participation in higher education in Kenya
• Work with an established university that serves distance and online learners across the country
• This Part-time Lecturers – Planning and Design at The Open University of Kenya position in Nairobi is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.