Kisii University College Vacancies

(A Constituent College of Egerton University)

Vacancies

Kisii University College, a Constituent College of Egerton University, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-

1. Lecturers

Assistant Lecturer (Actuarial Science)
Ref: KUC/AA/02/201
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Management Science)
Ref: KUC/AA/03/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Botany or Zoology)
Ref: KUC/AA/04/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Chemistry)
Ref: KUC/AA/05/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (English Language)
Ref: KUC/AA/06/2011
1 Position

Lecturer (Medical Laboratory Science)
Ref: KUC/AA/07/2011
1 Position

Lecturer (Nursing)
Ref: KUC/AA/08/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Pharmacy)
Ref: KUC/AA/09/2011
1 Position

Lecturer (Environmental Science/Studies)
Ref: KUC/AA/10/2011
1 Position
First degree must be in Biological Sciences

Assistant Lecturer (Animal Science)
Ref: KUC/AA/11/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Agricultural Economics)
Ref: KUC/AA/12/2011
1 Position

Senior Lecturer (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Ref: KUC/AA/13/2011
1 Position

Lecturer (Computing Science)
Ref: KUC/AA/14/2011
1 Position

Assistant Lecturer (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Ref: KUC/AA/15/2011
1 Position

Qualifications and Experience

(i) Senior Lecturer Position

• Must have a Ph.D. degree or its academic equivalent in the relevant field
• Must have at least five (5) years of university teaching or research, three (3) of which must have been at Lecturer/Research Fellow level.
• Must have at least (4) articles in refereed journals. Research Fellows will be required to publish six (6) Articles in Refereed Journal OR at least one referred book in candidate’s professional area published by recognized publishers, plus two (2) articles OR at least three (3) exhibitions or three (3) Innovations, plus one article in a referred journal since the last Appointment / Promotion.

(ii) Lecturer Position

• Must have a Ph.D. degree in the relevant area or its equivalent from a recognized academic institution.
• Bachelors Degree in relevant area
• KCSE or equivalent qualification

or

• Must have a master’s degree from a recognized academic institution plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at university level after obtaining a masters degree and at least two (2) publications in referred journal(s) and,.
• Should be registered for Ph.D.

(iii) Assistant Lecturer Position

• Must be a holder of a Masters degree of an average score of B+ or equivalent and above in the relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Bachelors Degree in relevant area.
• KCSE or equivalent qualification.
• Will be appointed on a two (2) year contract renewable once, subject to a positive review report by supervisors. One should also demonstrate potential for university teaching and/or research by registering for Ph.D. studies.

2. Registrar (Academic Affairs)

Grade XV

Ref: KUC/AA/01/2011

1 Position

Academic/Professional Requirements

• PhD in relevant field with 3 years experience as Deputy Registrar in a University
• Must have worked as Chairman, Dean/Director in a University.
• Must be conversant with the running of Academic Affairs in a University.
• Should be conversant with modern management technique and be computer literate.
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the academic and administrative functions of the University College.
• Knowledge of strategic planning in education development
• Proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a modern university setup.
• Knowledge of national laws and policies in education.

3. Registrar (Administration)

Grade XV

Ref: KUC/AD/01/2011)

1 Position

Academic/Professional Requirements

• PhD degree in relevant field with 3 years experience as Deputy Registrar in a University.

or

• Masters degree in relevant field with 5 years experience as Deputy Registrar in a University.
• Exemplary work performance.
• Should be conversant with modern management techniques and be computer literate.
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate the academic and administrative functions of the University College.
• Have a demonstrated evidence of good interpersonal relations, communication and negotiation skills.
• Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a modern University environment.
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the administrative functions in the University College.
• Knowledge of National Laws, Policies and Strategies governing University education and planning in Kenya.
• CPS qualification will be an added advantage

4. Finance Officer

Grade XV

Ref: KUC/AD/02/2011

1 Position

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have served as a Deputy Finance Officer for a minimum of 5 years with exemplary work performance.
• An MBA with CPA (K) or equivalent.

5. Corporate Communication Officer

Grade XII

KUC/AD/03/2011

1 Position

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters in relevant field.
• Bachelors degree and Diploma in Mass Communication from a recognized institution.

or

• Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or equivalent from recognized institution.
• Computer Literacy
• Exemplary work performance.
• 3 years experience as Senior Assistant Corporate Communications Officer I

6. Legal Officer

Grade XII

KUC/AD/04/2011

1 Position

Academic/Professional Requirements

• Masters degree in Law from recognized institution.
• Bachelors degree in Law from recognized institution
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Current Law Practicing Certificate
• Computer Literacy
• Exemplary work performance.

Mode of Application

Applicants must submit ten (10) copies of applications giving details of age, educational, and professional qualification, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and email address and enclosing copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and area of specialization accompanied with curriculum vitae.

Applicants should request their referees to write directly to the undersigned.

The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Applications and information from referees should reach the undersigned not later than 8th August, 2011.

The Principal, Kisii University College
P.O Box 408-40200, Kisii
Email: info@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke

Website: www.kisiiuniversity.ac.ke