Lecturer in Special Needs Education - Intellectual Disability
Nairobi
Posted 16 April, 2026
Deadline 28 April, 2026
$1 - $1 KES
EducationFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
Kenyatta University is a multi-campus public university in Kenya. The university is seeking a qualified and experienced academic to join the Department of Special Needs Education as a Lecturer, specifically specializing in Intellectual Disability. This role involves teaching at the university level, conducting impactful research, and contributing to the academic growth of the department.
Responsibilities and Duties
Deliver academic instruction and lectures in Special Needs Education with a focus on Intellectual Disability.
Conduct research in the field of Special Needs Education and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Provide academic mentorship and guidance to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Contribute to the development and review of the departmental curriculum.
Participate in departmental and university-wide administrative duties and committees.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Must have a PhD (Special Needs Education), a Master’s Degree (Special Needs Education), and a Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education), all specializing in Intellectual Disability.
Teaching Experience: At least three (3) years of teaching experience at a university or institution of higher learning.
Publications: Must have published at least two (2) articles in a peer-reviewed journal.
Additional Assets: While the focus is Intellectual Disability, certificates in Kenyan Sign Language or Audiology, or proficiency in Braille, are considered added advantages for related specializations within the department.
Terms of Service
A competitive remuneration package including basic salary, house allowance, and medical cover will be provided.
Note: While this post is for a Lecturer, Tutorial Fellows at the university are typically employed on one-year renewable contracts up to a maximum of three years.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should provide full details of their educational and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, telephone number, and email address. Copies of certificates and testimonials must be enclosed, along with names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant's competence in Intellectual Disability. Applications and referee letters must be received by 28th April 2026 and addressed to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance)Kenyatta UniversityP. O. BOX 43844 – 00100NAIROBI
How to Apply
Applicants and their referees should write directly to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Applications must include full details of educational/professional qualifications, work experience, current salary, phone number, email, and copies of certificates/testimonials. Three referees are required.
Address:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
Kenyatta University
P. O. BOX 43844 – 00100
NAIROBI
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