Lecturer-Disaster Management and Occupational Health and Safety Programs at Kenya Red Cross Society

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience 3 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Education / Teaching / Training , Environment Health and Safety , Project and Program Management
• Develop and deliver courses in Disaster Management, Emergency Preparedness, Humanitarian Assistance, and Occupational Health and Safety.
• Design, review, and update curricula and learning materials.
• Supervise student research, field placements, and assessments.
• Advise and support students academically and administratively.
• Conduct and publish research in relevant fields.
• Represent programs in recruitment, marketing, and professional forums.
• Build partnerships with industry, NGOs, and government agencies.
• Integrate global frameworks (Sendai Framework, ISO 45001, SDGs) into teaching.
• Use GIS tools and e-learning platforms to enhance learning.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Strong lesson planning and classroom management.
• Knowledge of disaster risk reduction, emergency response, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in GIS software and digital learning tools.
• Research and academic writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Commitment to ethics, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Fluency in English; Swahili is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Public Health, or related fields.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching or professional experience in relevant areas.
• Training in prehospital emergency medical care is an added advantage
• Experience in risk audits and fire drills is an added advantage
• Certification in pedagogy or CBETA is preferred.
• Field experience with NGOs or government agencies is desirable.
• Experience with e-learning is an advantage.
• Evidence of research or publications is an added advantage.