Supervisors - Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and Policy

The Open University of Kenya is seeking Supervisors for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Leadership and Policy program. This crucial academic role involves providing specialized guidance and mentorship to postgraduate candidates within the university's innovative online and distance education framework.

Roles & Responsibilities of Supervisors

• Provide academic and research supervision to Masters and PhD candidates.
• Guide candidates in proposal development, research design, data collection, analysis, and thesis writing.
• Mentor candidates through virtual supervision on OUK's digital platforms.
• Ensure adherence to OUK's Graduate Studies Policy, research ethics, quality standards, and other University policies, including timelines.
• Provide timely feedback and progress reports as per institutional guidelines.
• Support preparation for thesis defense and publication of research outputs.

Required Qualifications and Competencies (Qualifications for a PhD Supervisor)

For appointment to this grade, one MUST have:

• An earned PhD in a relevant field from a recognised institution.
• At least three (3) peer-reviewed publications in the last five years.
• Strong digital mentoring and online engagement skills to effectively support learners in virtual environments.
• Familiarity and prior experience with online or virtual supervision will be an added advantage.