Dr. Joseph James Mbavai
Quality Assurance in Higher Education Teacher Education Staff Retention Qualifications Fields of Study Skills

Bio

Dr. Joseph James Mbavai is a Senior Lecturer and the Acting Director of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance at Njala University in Sierra Leone. His work focuses on quality assurance mechanisms, institutional performance, and teacher education in higher education institutions.

Educational Journey

PhD

Experience

Directorate of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance

Ag. Director

0 - Present • Academic Planning and Quality Assurance

School of Education

Senior Lecturer

0 - Present • Department of Teacher Education

Research

Role of Quality Assurance in Improving Quality of Higher Education in Sierra Leone: A Literature Review

Article February 18, 2026

Quality assurance (QA) has emerged as a critical mechanism for ensuring the effectiveness and competitiveness of higher education institutions (HEIs) worldwide. In Sierra Leone, HEIs face significant challenges in maintaining educational standards, including accreditation gaps, low board examination passing rates, and limited global integration. This study explores the role of QA mechanisms (both internal and […]