Vacancy title:
Agriculture (Animal Science) Assistant Lecturer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Education, Science & Engineering, Computer & IT]

Jobs at:
Victoria University

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 27 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 16 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Background

Victoria University is one of Uganda's chartered universities, committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and innovation. Located in the heart of Kampala City, the University is part of the Ruparelia Group of Companies. Victoria University values competent, committed, and passionate staff who perform their duties with integrity and diligence.

To support the achievement of its Vision, Mission, and Strategic Objectives, the University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position in the Faculty of Science and Technology.

Position: Assistant Lecturer

Number of Positions: One 

Purpose

To prepare, teach, mentor, and assess undergraduate and postgraduate diploma students using current, innovative, appropriate, and effective teaching and learning methodologies and tools that enhance student learning and academic success.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate diploma students.
• Develop teaching schedules, lesson plans, and lecture materials before the commencement of each semester and submit them to the Head of Department.
• Mentor students to enhance their academic and professional development.
• Train and mentor Teaching Assistants to strengthen their teaching and learning competencies.
• Assess students through continuous assessments, practicals, coursework, and end-of-semester examinations.
• Invigilate examinations, mark scripts, and submit examination results within the stipulated timelines.
• Supervise student internships and fieldwork in accordance with approved departmental schedules.
• Attend departmental meetings and actively contribute to academic discussions.
• Prepare and submit quarterly reports on academic activities to the immediate supervisor.

Research, Publications, Consultancy, and Grants

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Support and mentor students in research, scholarly writing, grant proposal development, and consultancy activities.
• Conduct scholarly research and publish in reputable academic journals.
• Deliver public lectures and contribute to academic knowledge dissemination.
• Review undergraduate research proposals and projects, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Participate as a member of the Faculty Research and Innovation Committee.
• Contribute to the development of research proposals, consultancy projects, and grant applications.

Community Engagement

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Participate in community outreach and engagement initiatives aligned with the University's mission.
• Work with communities and organizations to identify challenges related to their area of expertise and contribute to sustainable solutions.
• Support the immediate supervisor in building and maintaining partnerships with communities, industry, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in student-related community engagement and collaborative initiatives.

Key Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Excellent teaching and facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of appropriate research methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Strong networking and collaboration abilities.
• Results-oriented approach to work.
• Creativity and innovation.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and commitment.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution of higher learning.
• A First Class or Second Class Upper (Division I or II Upper) Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• At least three (3) years' university teaching experience or relevant professional experience in a reputable organization or industry.
• At least two (2) recognized publications in the area of specialization published within the last two (2) years.
• Demonstrated evidence of meaningful community engagement and service.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates who meet the requirements for the position should submit a soft copy of their application together with the following documents and information:

Required Documents and Evidence

1. A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Certified copies of:
   • Academic transcripts.
   • Academic certificates.
   • Professional qualifications.
3. Evidence of:
   • Appointment to relevant teaching and/or research positions.
   • Supervision of graduate students (where applicable).
   • Community service undertaken.
4. Three referees:
   • Provide names and contact addresses of three referees.
   • Referees should be advised to send their confidential reference letters directly to the Human Resource Manager.
5. Evidence of professional contribution and development:
   • Demonstrated contribution to the development and performance of colleagues through coaching and mentoring.
   • Experience in preparing grant applications for submission.
6. Skills and competencies:
   • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, conveying ideas and concepts to diverse audiences.
   • Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and manage the performance of colleagues.
   • Demonstrated leadership skills.

Submission Instructions

Applications should be submitted as one PDF document via to:

The Human Resource Manager
Victoria University
P.O. Box 30688, Kampala, Uganda

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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