Graduate Student Supervisor - Master of Education in Technology Education

The Open University of Kenya (OUK) employs innovative teaching and learning methodologies, including online and distance education, to address limited capacity in traditional universities and accommodate a larger number of qualified students.

This is a key role as a Graduate Student Supervisor dedicated to providing comprehensive academic and research supervision to Masters and PhD candidates within the Master of Education in Technology Education program. This position necessitates strong digital engagement skills for effective virtual mentorship on OUK's digital platforms.

Roles & Responsibilities of Supervisors

• Provide academic and research supervision to Masters and PhD candidates.
• Guide candidates in proposal development, research design, data collection, analysis, and thesis writing.
• Mentor candidates through virtual supervision on OUK's digital platforms.
• Ensure adherence to OUK's Graduate Studies Policy, research ethics, quality standards, and other University policies including timelines.
• Provide timely feedback and progress reports as per institutional guidelines.
• Support preparation for thesis defense and publication of research outputs.

Qualifications for a Masters Supervisor

Candidates for this position must satisfy the following requirements:

• Academic Qualification: Hold a PhD in a relevant field OR a Master’s degree with significant research/professional experience in specialized areas and demonstrated successful supervision of Masters candidates to completion.
• Publication Record: Must have at least two (2) peer-reviewed publications in the last five years.
• Digital Skills: Must possess strong digital mentoring and online engagement skills to effectively support learners in virtual environments.
• Experience: Familiarity and prior experience with online or virtual supervision will be considered an added advantage.