Senior Lecturer - Community Health Practice

Amref International University (AMIU) seeks a Senior Lecturer specializing in Community Health Practice to contribute to its mission of advancing health sciences across Africa. AMIU, established in 2017 as a Pan-African health sciences university, emphasizes training health professionals and policymakers through long-standing programs in public and community health. This role supports academic leadership in shaping health policy and regulation through research and teaching.⁠‌‌‌‌​​​​​​​​​‌‌​​​‌​​‌‌​​​​‌​​​​⁠

What it offers

This position involves lecturing, research, and mentoring in community health practice. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, supervise students, and engage in scholarly activities aligned with AMIU’s health sciences focus.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field such as public health, community health, or a related discipline. Experience in academic teaching, health policy, or community health practice is highly preferred. Nationality and residency in Kenya or East Africa are not explicitly required, but relevant experience in the region is advantageous.

What you'll do

• Teach and develop courses in community health practice.
• Supervise student projects and research related to health policy and community health.
• Contribute to academic research and publish findings in relevant journals.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance the university’s health sciences programs.

How to apply

Applicants should submit:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
• A cover letter explaining their qualifications and interest in the role.
• Academic transcripts and proof of PhD degree.
• Research publications (if applicable).

Good to know

This is a full-time academic position at Amref International University. Salary and benefits are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but the role focuses on teaching, research, and academic leadership in community health practice.

The university emphasizes a commitment to Pan-African health sciences and values candidates with experience in health policy, community engagement, and academic excellence.