Lecturer – Community Development Practice

Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health. AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education. It is committed to progressively developing innovative programmes catering to the present and future African and global health needs. The University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, higher diploma, diploma· and certificate programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that prepare human resources for health to serve throughout the health system. AmIU will become the Pan African University in Primary Health care and seeks to train transformational leaders who will Inspire Lasting Change. For more on Amref International University, please visit 

Primary Purpose of the Role

‐ To provide high-quality teaching and training in community development practice at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

‐ To lead curriculum development, implementation and review in the area of community development.

‐ To engage in research, innovation and community-engagement activities aligned with AMIU's mission of developing transformational health and development practitioners in Africa.

‐ To supervise and mentor students (both undergraduate and postgraduate) in coursework, fieldwork/practicum and research.

‐ To contribute to academic administration, quality assurance, accreditation, partnerships and resource mobilisation for the department.

Key Responsibilities

In line with AMIU's lecturer job adverts, responsibilities may include:

1. Teaching & Learning
   • Deliver lectures, seminars/tutorials and practical sessions in community development practice (e.g., community mobilisation, participatory development, monitoring & evaluation, gender & development, livelihood programmes, social policy, community health & development linkages).
   • Develop course materials (syllabi, lecture notes, handouts, assessments) including e-learning/virtual content as required.
   • Supervise student fieldwork/practicum in community development settings, and evaluate student progress, assignments/exams and provide timely feedback.
   • Contribute to enhancing student retention, progression, and widening participation.
2. Curriculum & Programme Development
   • Lead or participate in the design, review and development of new and existing programmes/courses in community development practice.
   • Engage with external stakeholders (industry, NGOs, government, donors) for programme validation and practicum links.
   • Ensure alignment of programmes with regulatory/accreditation requirements (e.g., for Commission for University Education (CUE), other regulatory bodies or  itsequivalent) and AMIU policy.
3. Research, Innovation & Community Engagement
   • Undertake individual and collaborative research in community development practice; publish in peer-reviewed journals.
   • Seek and attract research funding/grants, and participate in income-generating activities for the department.
   • Participate in community outreach, extension activities and partnerships that advance AMIU's mission in Africa.
4. Student Supervision & Mentoring
   • Supervise honours, master's and/or doctoral students (as relevant) in their research projects/dissertations.
   • Provide academic mentorship and career guidance to students in the community development field.
5. Quality Assurance, Accreditation & Administration
   • Adhere to and support academic quality assurance processes; maintain standards and contribute to accreditation of programmes.
   • Participate in departmental/ faculty meetings, serve on committees, contribute to strategic planning and departmental administration.
6. Other Duties
   • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or Dean, consistent with lecturer level expectations.
   • Contribute to marketing of programmes and profile-building for the department and AMIU.

Essential qualifications & experience

• A PhD in Community Development, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Health,  Community Health (with strong community development component), or equivalent field from a recognised university.
• At least three (3) years' full-time teaching experience at university level in relevant field OR equivalent significant research/industry experience (six (6) years).
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications (for example, minimum publication points as per AMIU framework: e.g., 32 points total, 24 from refereed journals)
• Supervision of postgraduate students (at least three to completion) is desirable.
• Membership or registration with a relevant professional body (if applicable) - e.g., for community development practitioners or public health practitioners.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual/online teaching methodologies.

Desirable qualifications & experience

• Evidence of attracting research funding/grants.
• Experience in curriculum development and programme accreditation processes.
• Experience working in community development contexts (NGO, government, international development) in Africa.
• Ability to engage with external stakeholders (industry, NGOs, government) for practicum and student internships.
• Good interpersonal, communication and team-working skills.
• High level of integrity, ethical practice, commitment to student centred learning, multicultural sensitivity.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present at conferences, publish research, write grant proposals.
• Excellent planning, organisational and time-management skills (for teaching, research, supervision and administrative roles).
• Ability to use digital teaching tools and adapt to virtual/hybrid teaching environments.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise students, mentor juniors and collaborate in teams.
• Strategic and creative thinker with ability to contribute to departmental growth, income generation and programme innovation.
• Commitment to academic quality, ethical standards, and community-engaged scholarship.

Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. The closing date will be Friday 12th December 2025.

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Amref International University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref International University is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.