Programme Leader - Business and Leadership Studies

The Programme Leader will offer strong academic and administrative guidance for the university's business, economics and leadership programmes.

Reporting to the Dean, SBEST, they are responsible for maintaining high-quality, well-organised business education that meets national regulations and supports the university's goals.

• Minimum of 3 years' teaching experience in a chartered university or accredited higher learning institution, including at least 2 years in an administrative leadership role.
• A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in business, finance, economics, management or consultancy.
• Evidence of participation in scholarly activities such as conducting research and publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the University's mission, vision and core values.
• Proven experience in curriculum implementation, examination administration and staff supervision.
• Strong business competence, including sound knowledge of economics, management, finance, entrepreneurship and organisational leadership.
• Experience in resource mobilisation, including securing grants and leading academic development projects.
• Competence in budget management, faculty development, and fostering university-industry and university-community partnerships.
• Strong leadership, communication, people management and organisational skills, with a focus on student-centred initiatives, relationship building and strategic planning.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.

Academic

• PhD in a relevant business, economics or leadership-related field. Required
• Master's degree in a relevant business, economics or leadership-related field. Required
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Leadership or a related field. Required

• Guide and coordinate the design, delivery and continual evaluation of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in business, economics, management and leadership.
• Cultivate partnerships with businesses, financial institutions, development agencies, professional bodies, community organisations and alumni networks to support placements, consultancy and programme visibility.
• Prepare and present programme reports, covering performance metrics, quality assurance outcomes and student progression, to faculty governance bodies.
• Market and promote the department's programmes locally and internationally, strengthening its visibility, reputation and student recruitment.
• Ensure alignment with the requirements of the Commission for University Education (CUE), including curriculum standards, examination frameworks and programme accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and professional bodies, particularly in areas of syllabi, assessments, exam moderation and content regulation.
• Monitor academic processes such as assessment moderation, second marking and academic integrity protocols.
• Serve as a supportive academic leader for students, managing student performance, addressing complaints and overseeing instructor mentoring.
• Contribute to lecture delivery, supervision of student projects and research, and internship and practicum coordination.
• Stay academically active through teaching, mentoring, research and scholarly engagement in business, economics and leadership.
• Lead development of innovative initiatives such as entrepreneurship and incubation programmes, executive and short-course training, e-learning, or partnerships with industry.
• Coordinate scheduling and logistical support for classes, student internships and attachments, and assessments to ensure operational efficiency.

• Apply through this portal and email. Upload a letter of introduction stating the position and your salary expectation, a detailed CV with daytime telephone and email contacts, and copies of your relevant certificates.
• Provide three referees with their reference letters from recognised persons or institutions, including one from a local religious leader who can speak to your character.
• Applications close on 6 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and given a copy of the detailed job description.
• Tangaza University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, sex, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.
• Applications should also be submitted via email to vacancies@tangaza.ac.ke. Kindly indicate "Programme Leader - Business and Leadership Studies" in the subject line of your email.