REF NO. KIMC/SDD/1/01/2026 (RE – ADVERTISEMENT)

Terms of Appointment The appointment will be on Contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance

Job Description

The Senior Deputy Director (Academic Affairs) will be the head of the Training Department. This position is responsible for initiating strategies, policies, and procedures that ensure the delivery of quality training standards and programmes in achievement of the Institute’s mandate.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

  • Initiating and implementing collaborations and linkages with other Institutions and stakeholders on matters relating to training mandate of the Institute;
  • Organizing research conferences;
  • Initiating and coordinating academic research and innovation programmes;
  • Facilitating online academic programmes;
  • Coordinating faculty publications;
  • Overseeing the development and revision of academic programmes and curriculum;
  • Developing and maintaining of academic quality standards and policies;
  • Coordinating the allocation of instructional and research funds and other resources;
  • Overseeing risk mitigation plans; and
  • Undertaking performance management, review and budgeting. 

Person Specifications

For appointment to the grade, an officer must have: –

  • Served for a cumulative period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience five(5) of which must have been in a management position;
  • Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Broadcast Production (Film, Television or Radio), Media Studies, Information Science, Arts or Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Sociology/Philosophy, Economics or Business Studies, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts, Music, Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

OR

  • Bachelors Degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Postgraduate Diploma in Film Studies, Postgraduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism, Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism, Postgraduate Diploma in Film/Television/Radio Production or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, International Development, Economics, Broadcast Production (Film, Television or Radio), Media Studies, Information Science, Arts or  Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Sociology/Philosophy, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts, Music, Electrical/Electronic, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Attended Training of Trainers (TOT) course from a recognized Institution;
  • Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
  • Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;
  • Certificate in computer application skills; andShown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Terms of Service

  • The successful candidate will be on contract terms of service (5 Years). The Minimum basic salary for this position will range from Kshs. 157, 427 – Kshs. 234, 431/= per month exclusive of allowances.

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How to Apply

More details on Job specification and requirements are available on our website: www.kimc.ac.ke

Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications quoting the job reference number accompanied by a signed application letter; detailed Curriculum Vitae; copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card, transcripts and testimonials; daytime contacts; full names and contacts of three (3) referees.

The applications should be addressed to:

The Director / C.E.O.
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
Uholo Road (South B), Off Mombasa Road,
P.O. Box 42422-00100,
Nairobi

Hand-delivered and posted applications should be delivered on or before 4th February, 2026 at 5.00 pm.

Please Note

  • Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
  • Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce original National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews. It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates.

KIMC is an equal opportunity employer.

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