KENYATTA UNIVERSITY JOBS JULY 2013

Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for vacant positions in the following offices:

1.            OFFICE OF THE DVC (Administration)

Assistant Registrar – Grade 12 (Main, Mombasa, Nakuru, Migori and Kitui campus)

Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Social Sciences/Business/ Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Those with professional qualifications from a recognized such as CPS/CPA or equivalent will have an added advantage.

In addition they must have the following:

At least three (3) years relevant experience in administration at an institution of higher learning Computer literate

Those with Bachelors degree in the relevant field and have at least five (5) years administrative experience may also be considered.

2.            OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS Seventh – Day Adventist Chaplain

Kenyatta University wishes to appoint a University Chaplain for the Seventh Day Adventist Community at the University. The Chaplain will work with the Seventh Day Adventist students, staff and the community on the campus.

The applicant will also work with other University Chaplains on issues of religion and welfare of the group under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor.

Applicants for this post should have a Ph. D degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with specialization in a relevant subject such as Theology, Sociology or Psychology of Education. Applicants who hold a Masters Degree in the above areas with relevant experience may be considered.

The applicant should have the following:

·         Be ordained and recommended by his/her church

·         Be well informed in Seventh Day Adventist Church activities and running of students religious organizations in the Kenyan Universities or other educational institutions

·         Be mature and of unquestionable Christian integrity

·         Have evidence of experience in guidance and counseling either at church or other relevant institutions

·         The successful applicant will be appointed at the level of a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer depending on the experience

3.            DIRECTORATE OF ACCOMODATION SERVICES

House Keeper – Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE division III/ KCSE mean grade D+ and above. They must have a minimum professional qualification of Diploma in Institutional Management, Housekeeping and Laundry Services or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

In addition they must have at least three (3) years relevant working experience as Assistant Housekeeper or Room Steward in a busy work environment.

4.            MOMBASA CAMPUS

i.            Physics Technician – Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division II/ KCSE mean grad C+ (plus) and above. They must also have professional qualification of Higher National Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have the following:

·         At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy teaching/ research laboratory as Technician Grade A/B or equivalent

·         Computer literate

ii.            Physics Technician – Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE division III/ KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) and above. They must have professional qualification of Ordinary Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have the following:

·         At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy teaching/ research Laboratory

·         Computer literate

iii.            Chemistry Technician – Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division II/ KCSE mean grad C+ (plus) and above. They must also have professional qualification of Higher National Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have the following:

·         At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy teaching/ research laboratory as Technician Grade A/B or equivalent

·         Computer literate

iv.            Chemistry Technician – Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE division III/ KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) and above. They must have professional qualification of Ordinary Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have the following:

·         At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy teaching/ research Laboratory

·         Computer literate

v.            Secretary – Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division III or KCSE mean Grade C and above. They must also have a credit or Grade C and above in English. In addition, the applicants must have:-

·         Type writing speed of 50wpm

·         Shorthand speed of 100wpm

·         Office practice II

·         Office management

·         Business English III

·         Evidence of computer literacy

·         At least three (3) years relevant working experience

5.            SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Department of Pathology

i.            Professor

Applicants must be holders of Ph. D degree in any of the following fields from a recognized university:

·         Parasitology

·         Microbiology

·         Anatomic pathology

·         Immunology

·         Haematology

In addition, the applicant must have the following:

·         Twelve (12) years of university teaching as Lecturer and above, at least five (5) of which as full time Associate Professor

·         Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) Ph. D students since being appointed Associate Professor

·         At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor

·         Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor

·         Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching

·         Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or Workshops

ii.  Associate Professor

Applicants must be holders of Ph. D degree in any of the following fields from a recognized university:

·         Parasitology

·         Microbiology

·         Anatomic pathology

·         Immunology

·         Haematology

In addition the applicants must have the following:

·         Eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as full time Senior Lecturer

·         Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) Ph. D student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer

·         At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer

·         Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed Senior Lecturer

·         Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching

·         Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or Workshops

iii.  Senior Lecturer

Applicants must be holders of Ph. D degree in any of the following fields from a recognized university:

·         Parasitology

·         Microbiology

·         Anatomic pathology

·         Immunology

·         Haematology

In addition the applicant must have the following:

·         At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full time Lecturer

·         Three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer

·         Successful supervision of at least three (3) Master students

·         Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer

·         Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching

·         Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or Workshops

iv.            Lecturer

Applicants must be holders of Ph. D degree in the relevant area from a recognized university or have successfully defended Ph. D thesis.

Holders of MMed in any of these fields will be considered:

·         Parasitology

·         Microbiology

·         Anatomic pathology

·         Immunology

·         Haematology

In addition the applicant must have a full time university teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow/ Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years.

6.            SCHOOL OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Department of Music and Dance

i.            Tutorial Fellow

Applicants must be holders of Masters degree in Music from a recognized university.

In addition, the applicant must have the following:

·         At least three (3) years teaching experience

·         Prepared to pursue Ph. D degree in the area of specialization

·         Competent in the area of African instruments and dances

ii.            Studio Technician and Instructor – Grade A/B

·         Applicants should be holders of KCE division III/ KCSE mean grade C (plain) and above. They should have at least ten (10) years experience as a Performing Musician and Studio Engineer.

In addition applicants should have the following:

·         At least two (2) years work experience in a busy teaching institution or studio

·         Working experience with Macintosh operational systems and conversant with studio programmes including Pro – tools, Logic Pro, Garage Band and Fruity Loops

·         Instructional knowledge in the following:

^§    Music recording, concert production and staging

^§    Computing and sequencing techniques

^§    Music and Multimedia

7.      HEALTH UNIT

i.            Senior Public Health Officer

Applicants must be holders of Masters Degree in Public Health and Epidemiology. They should have a basic Diploma in Environmental Health and Higher Diploma in Food Science and Inspection or Occupational Health and Safety or Solid Waste Management, or an equivalent qualification from Kenya Medical Training College or any other recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have the following:

·         At least eight (8) years relevant work experience preferably in a busy institution

·         Computer literate

ii.            E-Hospital ICT Assistant – Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of KCE division II/ KCSE mean grade C+ (plus) and above. They must also have a Bachelors of Science degree in Information Technology or relevant qualification from a recognized institution.

In addition the applicant must have at least two (2) years work experience in a busy ICT environment

Applicants with an ICT Diploma and three (3) years experience in networking and PC support will also be considered.

Knowledge and experience in a hospital or clinic management system will be an added advantage.

8.            TRANSPORT OFFICE

Driver - Grade III/IV (Main Campus)

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division IV or KCSE mean Grade D+ (plus) and above. In addition applicants must have:

·         Class ABCE certificate with a clean driving record

·         At least five (5) years continuous driving experience

·         A PSV certificate

·         An up-to-date valid certificate of good conduct

·         Excellent communication skills

Holders of a certificate of vehicle mechanics/maintenance and repair will have an added advantage.

Terms of Service:

The terms of service for the above include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance. Successful candidates will be offered two (2) year renewable performance - based contract and gratuity will be paid at the end of the contract.

The application letter should give full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants and Referees should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)

Kenyatta University

P. O. BOX 43844 – 00100

NAIROBI

Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than Wednesday, 24^th July 2013.

ENQUIRIES:

For details related to job specifications and general requirements, kindly visit our website:  www.ku.ac.ke

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.