Supervisors - Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

The Open University of Kenya (OUK) is seeking Supervisors for its Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics program. OUK utilizes innovative teaching and learning methodologies, including online and distance education, to address limited capacity in traditional universities and accommodate a larger number of qualified students by leveraging technology and flexible learning modes.

This role requires experienced professionals to provide comprehensive academic and research supervision to Masters and PhD candidates in this specialized technological field.

Roles & Responsibilities of Supervisors

Supervisors are expected to:

• 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 meeting 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

For appointment to this grade, one MUST meet the following criteria:

• Education/Experience: Hold a PhD in a relevant field OR a Master’s degree coupled with significant research/professional experience in specialized areas, along with demonstrated supervision of Masters candidates to completion.
• Publication Record: Possess at least two (2) peer-reviewed publications in the last five years.
• Digital Skills: Exhibit strong digital mentoring and online engagement skills to effectively support learners in virtual environments.
• Advantageous Experience: Familiarity and prior experience with online or virtual supervision will be considered an added advantage.