TVET Graduate Assistants

Presbyterian University of East Africa (PUEA) is actively seeking motivated TVET Graduate Assistants for roles spanning Perioperative Theatre Technology, Counselling Psychology, and Caregiving. This exciting career opportunity targets dynamic young Kenyan professionals passionate about delivering practical, industry-aligned education using competency-based methods. Successful candidates will be crucial in training the next wave of skilled workers across essential health disciplines, requiring relevant degrees and a dedication to rigorous assessment, clinical supervision, and ethical practice within a growing training environment.

Presbyterian University of East Africa TVET Institute is a fully registered training institution under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA). It offers competency-based training that equips trainees with practical, industry-aligned skills needed to participate effectively in Kenya’s labour market and beyond. We are inviting qualified, competent, and motivated professionals to apply for the following vacancies within the Institute:

TVET GRADUATE ASSISTANT – PERIOPERATIVE THEATRE TECHNOLOGY

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Teach perioperative theatre technology courses using competency-based methodologies.
• Train learners on theatre procedures, aseptic techniques, surgical instrumentation, and patient safety.
• Prepare and administer assessments in theory and practical sessions, and administer Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCES).
• Supervise skills labs, simulations, and clinical attachments.
• Ensure adherence to occupational safety, infection control, and theatre ethics.
• Maintain teaching and assessment records.
• Support continuous improvement of training programmes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Biomedical engineering, Higher National Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology, Degree in Nursing or any other related health discipline.
• Valid professional registration.
• Relevant teaching and industry experience.

TVET GRADUATE ASSISTANT – COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Deliver courses in counselling psychology using approved TVET curricula.
• Teach core areas such as counselling skills, ethics, DSM-based assessment, trauma counselling, and mental health.
• Prepare teaching materials, lesson plans, and learner assessments.
• Supervise counseling practicums, role plays, and industrial attachments.
• Provide academic mentorship and basic psychosocial support to learners.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum review, and quality assurance processes.
• Promote ethical practice and professionalism in counselling training.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A Degree in Counselling Psychology or related field.
• Pedagogical training and counselling practice experience preferred.
• Registration with a recognized professional body is an added advantage.

TVET GRADUATE ASSISTANT – CAREGIVING AND HEALTH SUPPORT SYSTEMS

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Deliver competency-based training in Caregiving and Health Support Systems.
• Prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, teaching notes, and training materials.
• Conduct learner assessments, CATs, practical evaluations, and maintain accurate academic records.
• Supervise learners during practical sessions, simulations, and industrial attachment.
• Mentor and guide learners on professional ethics, patient care, and workplace conduct.
• Participate in curriculum implementation, review, and quality assurance activities.
• Uphold safety, infection prevention, and professional standards in training environments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Biomedical engineering, Higher National Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology, Degree in Nursing or any other related health discipline.
• Valid professional registration.
• Relevant teaching and industry experience.