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  https://amref.ac.ke

Main Purpose of the job:

The TVET Trainer is expected to teach and mentor students.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Instruct trainees in the specific courses/units in ensuring adherence to the respective curriculum and occupational standards.
2. Plan, conduct and assess practical sessions for the assigned course units.
3. Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and prepare lecture notes.
4. Prepare internal exams and ensure validation.
5. Carry out continuous assessments for trainees.
6. Supervise and assess trainees in the designated course area.
7. Mark, grade, and enter the grades into the ERP system for the assigned units.
8. Supervise trainees on industrial attachments.
9. Prepare trainees for external exams by providing the practical technical skills necessary for effective competency acquisition.
10. Maintain accurate records and make them available as required by the Directorate, TVET CDACC, or any other relevant body.
11. Adhere to the exam preparation and processing schedule.
12. Attend all assigned class contact hours
13. Mentor students, Invigilate both external and internal examinations, and monitor class attendance records; 

• Degree/Diploma in the relevant technical area from a recognized institution.
• Ability to teach all the common and core units in community health, counselling psychology, project management, social work & community development, and health records.
• Must be a Holder of a Certificate in Pedagogy (Teaching Strategies) or Registered by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) as a Trainer. 
• Knowledge of KNEC/CDACC examination procedures

Experience:

• Relevant teaching experience of at least one (2) years.
• Knowledge and expertise in theory and practical skills relevant to the area of training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Skills & Competences;

• ICT proficient
• Mentoring and Coaching skills
• Self-motivated
• Excellent English Communication skills both oral and written
• ICT proficient 

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 Tuesday, 30th September 2025.

All Amref International University open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly note that official emails from AmIU will arrive from an @amref.ac.ke or @amref.org address.

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.