Trainer – Criminology & Criminal Justice System at KCA University (KCAU)

Job Description

Job Objective

The Trainer will facilitate training in Criminology & Criminal Justice System, supporting learner development, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the University’s professional and technical training programmes.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Train and facilitate learning through trainings, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning tasks as assigned by the supervisor from time to time;
• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams, practical tasks, assignments and continuous assessment tests;
• Participate in the development and implementation of academic policies, guiding principles, objectives and functions in accordance with the vision of the Institute;
• Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance;
• Undertaking research to inform the development/ review of curriculum and validation of learning resources;
• Assist in the requisition and management of inventories, realia, tools and equipment used as learning resources;
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to trainees to support their professional progress and refer students to support services as appropriate;
• Participate in supervision and assist students in their practical work;
• Contribute and participate in the development of departmental seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the Department;
• Nurture trainees’ creativity and innovation through active involvement in trainees’ contests, trade fairs and projects;
• Create industry linkages to support experiential learning, training excursions and attachments;
• Contribute to departmental, Institute and/or University-wide meetings, working groups or committees as and when requested to do so;
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and other training activities as required by regulators to update and enhance skills;
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments, practical tasks and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system in time;
• Undertake any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice System or related Discipline from an accredited/recognised institution;
• Registered Trainer with Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).
• At least two (2) years’ teaching experience at tertiary level(or its equivalent) or 3 years  industry-based experience;
• Certificate of an approved Trainer of Trainers course.
• A professional qualification or affiliation with a professional association is an added advantage.

Other Skills And Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Time management skills and attention to detail.