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OUK/GSS/02Part-Time

Graduate Student Supervisors: Masters

OUK invites qualified academics to supervise Master's candidates in its Master's programmes, mentoring them through virtual supervision on OUK's digital platforms.

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Kuhusu nafasi

The Open University of Kenya (OUK) is a Public Specialised University chartered on 3rd August 2023 pursuant to Section 24(1)(b) of the Universities Act (No. 42 of 2012). The University is located approximately 70 km from Nairobi at Konza Technopolis, within Makueni County along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway.

The University is established on the philosophy of quality education, technology and accessibility that advocates for inclusivity, flexibility, openness and innovation. OUK invites qualified and interested applicants to serve as graduate student supervisors in the Master's programmes listed below.

Programmes

  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master in Learning Design and Technology
  • Master of Education in Technology Education
  • Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy
  • Master of Data Science
  • Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
  • Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
  • Master of Science in Digital Services Management

Majukumu makuu

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

Mahitaji

  1. Cover letter indicating area(s) of specialisation.
  2. Updated CV highlighting supervision experience and publications.
  3. Evidence of publications (DOI links or copies).
  4. Recommendation letters from two referees familiar with the applicant's research and supervision records.

Sifa

Qualifications for a PhD supervisor

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

Qualifications for a Masters supervisor

  1. PhD in a relevant field OR Master’s degree with significant research/ professional experience in specialized areas and demonstration of supervision of Masters candidates to completion.
  2. At least two (2) peer-reviewed publications in the last five years.
  3. Strong digital mentoring and online engagement skills to effectively support learners in virtual environments.
  4. Familiarity and prior experience with online or virtual supervision will be an added advantage.

Kumbuka

Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, youths, persons living with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.

All applications should be addressed to The Vice-Chancellor, Open University of Kenya, P.O. Box 2440-00606, Nairobi, Kenya and MUST be submitted online through the link provided at the University website and as per the instructions therein.