United States International University-Africa, is a Higher Learning Institution based in Nairobi, Kenya and is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa with about 7,000 students from over 60 nations, and a global network of more than 25,000 alumni. USIU-Africa is the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa whose degree programs are accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for University Education (CUE), and by the American Government through the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC).

In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences:

1. Lecturer /Assistant Professor - Arabic (1 Position)
2. Lecturer /Assistant Professor - English Language (1 Position)
3. Adjunct Lecturer – Spanish Language (1 Position)

Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be reporting to the Chair of Department Languages and Literature, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) and will be expected to teach, conduct research and engage in community service.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in the specific areas of specialization.
• Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
• Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
• Design e-learning content for online academic programs.
• Participate in program assessment and reviews.
• Supervise students’ research (projects/ thesis/ dissertations) at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
• Engage in service to the University, the profession and to the community.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience;

To qualify for appointment an applicant must have:

Lecturer

• At least a Master’s degree qualification in Arabic Language from an accredited University;
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience in a University or equivalent institution of higher learning;
• A minimum of 24 publication points as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least sixteen (16) should be refereed journal papers.
• Been registered by the relevant professional body, where applicable.

Assistant Professor

• An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from an accredited University.
• At least 3 years teaching/ research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow.
• A minimum of thirty two (32) publication points a Lecturer/Research Fellow as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014, of which at least twenty four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
• Supervised at least four (4) postgraduate students to completion as Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Registered by relevant professional bodies.
• Candidates with previous industry experience in non-profits, grant making organizations and government are strongly encouraged to apply.

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Excellent computer background
• Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
• Excellent command of the subject area including lesson planning
• Managing ambiguity and emotions
• Managing technological change
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent listening and mediation skills
• Excellent fundraising and grants writing skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent research writing skills

If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and want to work as a team member in a modern and progressive institution where you can make a difference, please apply.

Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to the address below by 5.00pm, Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Please indicate on the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.

Director, Human Resource,
United States International University - Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs-shss@usiu.ac.ke

Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer