Job Description

Medical Engineering Trainer – Kiharu Technical College, Murang’a

Company: Kiharu Technical College
Location: Murang’a
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Education / Technical Training / Medical Engineering
Department: Medical Engineering Training
Employment Level: Trainer / Technical Instructor
Salary: Competitive / Market Related (Based on Qualifications and Experience)
Institution Type: Technical & Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

Kiharu Technical College is seeking a qualified and passionate Medical Engineering Trainer to join its academic team in Murang’a. This position is ideal for professionals with expertise in medical engineering, biomedical equipment maintenance, technical training, competency-based education, healthcare technology, vocational education, and clinical equipment systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality training, facilitating practical learning experiences, supervising student projects, and ensuring competency-based education standards are achieved in line with TVETA and TVET CDACC requirements.

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Job Overview

The Medical Engineering Trainer will deliver technical instruction and hands-on practical training in medical engineering-related disciplines. The role requires strong knowledge of medical equipment technology, biomedical systems, electronics, maintenance procedures, laboratory instruction, technical education, competency-based curriculum delivery, and student mentorship.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent training, communication, curriculum development, practical instruction, classroom management, assessment, and mentorship skills while maintaining professionalism in a technical learning environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching & Training Delivery

• Deliver lectures and facilitate competency-based training sessions in assigned medical engineering subject areas.
• Conduct practical demonstrations involving medical devices, biomedical systems, diagnostic equipment, laboratory tools, and healthcare technology systems.
• Apply modern teaching methods to improve student understanding and technical competency.
• Facilitate classroom, workshop, and laboratory-based instruction aligned with approved curriculum standards.

Curriculum Planning & Academic Preparation

• Prepare teaching work plans, schemes of work, lesson plans, and instructional schedules.
• Develop curriculum support materials, lesson notes, technical manuals, presentations, and digital learning resources.
• Ensure training content aligns with TVET CDACC competency-based education frameworks.
• Participate in curriculum improvement and continuous learning development initiatives.

Student Assessment & Evaluation

• Set, administer, invigilate, and mark Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), practical assessments, assignments, and examinations.
• Monitor and evaluate student performance through documented assessments and progress reports.
• Provide constructive feedback to support academic improvement and technical competency development.
• Maintain accurate student academic records and evaluation reports.

Student Mentorship & Supervision

• Supervise student coursework, assignments, technical workshops, research projects, industrial attachments, and clinical placements.
• Guide learners on professional ethics, workplace conduct, biomedical engineering trends, safety procedures, and technical best practices.
• Mentor students on career growth opportunities in medical engineering and healthcare technology.
• Support students in practical problem-solving and technical innovation projects.

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Institutional Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance with TVETA regulations, TVET CDACC standards, institutional policies, and educational guidelines.
• Participate in departmental meetings, academic reviews, and institutional quality assurance processes.
• Maintain workshop safety standards and ensure proper handling of technical training equipment.
• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by supervisors or academic management.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Engineering
• Registered and Licensed Medical Engineer with the
  Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya (AMEK)
• Minimum:
  • One (1) year teaching or training experience in a technical institution
    OR
  • Two (2)+ years of relevant industry experience in medical engineering or biomedical equipment management

Added Advantages

Candidates with the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

• Valid TVETA Trainer License
• Registration with TVETA
• Pedagogy Training Certificate
• Experience in technical instruction, competency-based training (CBT), medical equipment maintenance, hospital engineering systems, and vocational education

Required Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong Teaching & Facilitation Skills
• Medical Equipment Knowledge
• Biomedical Engineering Competency
• Curriculum Development Skills
• Student Assessment & Evaluation
• Classroom & Workshop Management
• Technical Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Mentorship & Leadership Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Organizational & Planning Skills
• Digital Learning & Training Skills
• Professional Ethics & Integrity
• Time Management
• Team Collaboration

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Salary & Benefits

Kiharu Technical College offers a competitive salary package based on qualifications, licensing, technical expertise, and experience.

Potential benefits may include:

• Professional Career Growth
• Teaching & Research Exposure
• Continuous Professional Development
• Technical Skills Enhancement
• Institutional Training Opportunities
• Educational Networking
• Workshop & Laboratory Experience
• Professional Certification Support

Training & Professional Development

Selected candidates may receive exposure and training in:

• Competency-Based Education & Training (CBET)
• TVETA & TVET CDACC Standards
• Biomedical Equipment Technology
• Technical Curriculum Development
• Educational Assessment Techniques
• Healthcare Engineering Systems
• Digital Learning Platforms
• Student Mentorship & Professional Ethics
• Modern Teaching Methodologies

Method of Application

Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit:

• Application Letter
• Updated CV / Resume
• Copies of Academic Certificates
• Professional Certifications & Licenses
• Testimonials and Supporting Documents

Applicants with qualifications in medical engineering, biomedical engineering, healthcare technology, vocational education, technical instruction, competency-based training, laboratory systems, and medical equipment maintenance are encouraged to apply for this exciting academic opportunity at Kiharu Technical College in Murang’a.