Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the positions of TUTORIAL FELLOWS, SCHOOL OF LAW.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

1. Master’s degree in Law from a recognized/accredited university in the relevant field
2. Be registered for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification
3. At least two (2) Years experience in teaching at an Academic Institution

OR

1. Bachelor’s degree in Law (for special cases outlined on MKU teaching staff appointments and promotions guidelines, 2020);
2. Expected to have registered for a Master’s degree qualification in Law;
3. Registered with relevant professional body where applicable.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Dean, School of Law

Duties and responsibilities:

• Participate in curriculum development and review.
• Prepare course outline to guide in the effective delivery and coverage of the syllabus.
• Develop learning content to ensure adequate coverage of the course outline.
• Teach Undergraduate, Diploma and Certificate courses.
• Set, invigilate, administer examinations to test the understanding of course content and give progressive report to the Department.
• Supervise students’ projects and attend defence meetings to enable them complete their studies successfully.
• Carry out research, prepare publications and participate in conferences to disseminate knowledge generated.
• Attract funding to the University to support research.
• Facilitate field studies and assess students during attachments/trips/ internships.
• Participate in official University meetings and functions.
• Monitor class attendance sheets to ensure that students sitting for the examinations meet the required lecture attendance of more than four-fifth of all lectures before they can sit for their examinations.
• Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 16th February, 2026.

  NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.

• Candidates who meet the requirments should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.
• Only those who meet the requirements will be considered
• Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
• Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.

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