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Aug 29, 2011

Kenyatta University August 2011 Jobs in Kenya

Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants to fill the following vacant positions:

School of Engineering and Technology

(i) Data Entry Clerk

Grade III/IV

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division IV or KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) and above.

They must have a Certificate in Information Technology or related field from a reputable institution.

In addition, the applicant must have at least three (3) years relevant working experience as Data Entry Clerk in an Academic or Research Institution.

(ii) Registry Clerk

Grade III/IV

Applicants should be holders of KCE Division IV or Mean Grade of D+ (plus) and a Certificate in Records Management or related field from a reputable institution.

In addition, they should have at least three (3) years relevant work experience as Registry Clerk in an Academic or Research Institution.

School of Hospitality and Tourism

Department of Tourism Management (Main and Mombasa Campuses)

(i) Associate Professor

Applicants must be holders of PhD Degree from a recognized university in Tourism Management, Tourism Planning and Development, Travel Administration.

In addition the applicant must:

Have at least eight (8) years of university teaching experience, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer.Have successfully supervised at least four (4) Master students and one (1) PhD student since being appointed Senior Lecturer.Show evidence of continuing research including having published at least four (4) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Senior Lecturer.Show evidence of successfully applying for a research grant either individually or as a group since being appointed Senior Lecturer.Show evidence of attendance and contribution at Learned Conferences, Seminars or Workshops.Show evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching.(ii) Senior Lecturer

Applicants must be holders of PhD Degree from a recognized university in Tourism management, Tourism Planning and Development, Travel Administration.

In addition the applicant must:

Have at least five (5) years of university teaching experience, three (3) of which as a full-time Lecturer.Have successfully supervised at least three (3) Master students since being appointed as a Lecturer.Show evidence of continuing research including having published at least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed as a Lecturer.Show evidence of attendance and contribution at learned Conferences, Seminars or Workshops.Show evidence of active participation in Departmental activities and good quality teaching.Show evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as a lecturer.(iii) Lecturer

Applicants must be holders of PhD Degree from a recognized university or have successfully defended a PhD thesis in Tourism Management, Tourism Planning and Development, Travel Administration.

Applicants will be expected to teach at least three (3) subjects in the following specializations:

Destination MarketingTravel Agency and Tour OperationsStrategic Tourism and Travel ManagementSustainable Tourism Planning and DevelopmentMeetings and Events ManagementIn addition, the applicant should:
Have a full-time university teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow or as an Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years.(iv) Tutorial Fellow

Applicants must be holders of a Master of Science Degree in Tourism Management from a recognized University.

In addition, the applicants must be prepared to pursue a PhD degree in Tourism.

Kenyatta University Library (Main and Satellite Campuses)

(i) Assistant Librarian

Grade 12

Applicants must be holders of a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have:

Post qualification experience of at least five (5) years in a large academic library.Proven knowledge and experience in Library automation.(ii) Library Assistant

Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent professional qualification from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have:

At least three (3) years relevant post qualification working experience.Computer literacy.(iii) Library Assistant (Special Needs)

Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent professional qualification from a recognized institution.

In addition applicants must have:

Knowledge in adaptive technology such as a Dolphin pen, Winbraille and Duxbury.At least three (3) years relevant post qualification working experience.Applicants with knowledge in MySQL, Perl, PHP, Linux have an added advantage.

(iv) Computer Technician

Grade A/B

Applicants must have Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science or its equivalent.

In addition applicants must:

Have KCSE C -(minus) or KCE Division III and above.Have a post qualification experience of at least three (3) years in a busy academic Library.Be conversant with Library Management Software and Common packages and technologies used in Information services.(v) Binder Technician

Grade A/B

Applicants must have Government Trade Test 1 in Book Binding or Print Finishing 1.

In addition applicants must:

Have KCSE C- (minus) or KCE Division III and above.Working experience of at least three (3) years.Be computer literate.(vii) Systems Librarian

Grade 12

The applicant must be a holder of a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent from a recognized institution.

In addition the applicant should:

Be able to identify suitable hardware and software for the Library system.Have skills in a network administration and website authoring tools such as HTML, Apache, MySQL, Perl and Linux.Be able to administer the Library management system (KOHA) and ensure the integration and accessibility of all Library e-resources.Have at least three (3) years experience in computerized library.Be a team player and able to communicate effectively.(viii) Assistant Systems Librarian

Grade C/D

The applicant must be a holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Library and Information Science with an option of Information Technology from a recognized institution.

In addition the applicant should:

Be skilled in Databases, Network Administration, Website authoring tools like HTML, Apache, MySQL, Perl and Linux.Be able to administer Library Management System (KOHA) and other related softwares used in the Library such as Dspace and Greenstone.Have at least three (3) years experience in a computerized Library.Be a team player and able to communicate effectively.Kitui Campus

(i) Counsellor

Grade 11

Applicants for this position must be holders of a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology.

They should in addition:

Have Counselling experience at University or College spanning at least three (3) years.Be mature and at least thirty five (35) years of age.Demonstrate ability to work well in a team.Show evidence of ongoing Counsellor supervision.Show evidence of professional accreditation.Show evidence as a Counsellor trainer.Be computer literate.Evidence of experience in working with people with substance use problems will be an added professional advantage.

The applicant should have genuine interest in working with and helping students with general psychological problems.

(ii) Physics Technician

Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division III or KCSE mean Grade C-(minus) and above.

They must also have professional qualification of an Ordinary Diploma in Electrical and Electronics from a recognized institution.

In addition, the applicants must:

Have at least three (3) years relevant working experience in a busy teaching or research laboratory.Be computer literate.Estates Department (Maintenance and Projects)

Electrical Engineer

Grade 12

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

In addition the applicant must:

Have at least three (3) years post registration work experience in a consulting or construction firm.Be a registered Electrical Engineer with the Board of Engineers of Kenya and a member of a recognized professional body.School of Education

Department of Early Childhood Studies

Teaching Assistant

Applicants should have an Under-graduate Degree in Early Childhood studies from a recognized university.

Evidence of having registered for a Masters Degree course will be an added advantage.

School of Pure and Applied Sciences

Physics Department

(i) Chief Technician

Grade 11

Applicants must be holders of a B.Sc. Degree in Electrical and Electronics or Telecommunication Engineering from a recognized University.

In addition the applicant must have at least five (5) years relevant working experience in a busy teaching or research laboratory as a senior Technician, be computer literate and demonstrate leadership and administrative skills.

Candidates with a Masters Degree in the relevant field will also be considered.

(ii) Senior Technician

Grade E/F

Applicants must be holders of a B.Sc. Degree in Electrical and Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering from a recognized University. Candidates with KCE Division II or KCSE mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above and a Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronics or Telecommunications from a reputable institution will also be considered.

In addition the applicants must:

Have at least five (5) years relevant working experience in a busy teaching or research laboratory as a Technician.Be Computer literate and demonstrate leadership and administrative skills.(iii) Junior Technician

Grade III/IV

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division IV/KCSE Mean Grade D+ and above. They must have minimum professional qualification of Science Laboratory Technician's Certificate or equivalent in the relevant field from a recognized institution.

In addition, they must have at least three (3) years relevant working experience and be Computer literate.

Deputy-Vice Chancellor Administration

Administrative Assistant

Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University. Candidates with additional qualification in Management, CPS or equivalent will have an added advantage.

In addition the candidate must:

Show proof of Computer literacy.Have three (3) years relevant post qualification working experience in a busy organization preferably in an institution of higher learning.School of Health Science

Department of Medical Laboratory Science

Senior Lecturer

Applicants must be holders of PhD Degree or Master of Medicine from a recognized University in any one of the following areas:

Clinical ChemistryBiomedical EngineeringForensic ScienceHaematology & Transfusion ScienceIn addition, the applicant must have:
At least five (5) years of University teaching, three (3) of which as full time lecturer since attaining the PhD.Successfully supervised at least three (3) Master students since appointment as Lecturer.Show evidence of continuing research including published at least three (3) articles in peer reviewed journals since appointment as Lecturer.Show evidence of attendance and contribution at Learned Conferences, Seminars and Workshops.Show evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching.Show evidence of applying for a research grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer.Lecturers

Applicants must be holders of a PhD Degree or have successfully defended the PhD thesis or hold Master of Medicine from a recognized University in any of the following areas:

Clinical ChemistryBiomedical EngineeringClinical ImmunologyForensic ScienceHaematology & Transfusion ScienceMedical VirologyIn addition, the applicant must:
Have presented at least three (3) Seminar Papers or have two (2) Publications in refereed Journals or a University level book by a reputable publisher.Must have full time University teaching experience as Tutorial Fellow or Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years.Tutorial Fellow

Applicants must be holders of M.Sc. Degree from a recognized University in any of the following areas:

Clinical ChemistryBiomedical EngineeringClinical ImmunologyMedical BacteriologyForensic ScienceHaematology & Transfusion ScienceHuman MycologyIn addition, the applicant must:
Show evidence of teaching experience at University levelPrepared to enroll in a PhD ProgrammeSenior Technician

Grade E/F

Applicants must be holders of a KCSE Grade C+ or its equivalent as a minimum qualification. In addition, the candidates must be holders of either a Bsc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a Higher National Diploma from a reputable institution.

The Higher National Diploma should be in any of the following Medical Laboratory Science areas:

BacteriologyImmunologyVirologyMycologyClinical ChemistryParasitologyHistopathologyHaematologyHuman anatomyThe applicant must have worked as a Technician in a busy Hospital, Research Institute or an Institute of Higher Learning for a period of at least five (5) years.

Technician

Grade C/D

Applicants must be holders of a KCSE Grade C+ or KCE Division II or their equivalent as a minimum qualification. In addition, the candidates must hold either a Bsc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a Higher National Diploma from a reputable institution.

The Higher National Diploma should be in any of the following Medical Laboratory Science areas:

BacteriologyImmunologyVirologyMycologyClinical ChemistryParasitologyHistopathologyHaematologyHuman AnatomyThe applicant must have worked as a Technician in a busy Hospital, Research Institution or institution of Higher Learning for a period of at least five (5) years.

School of Agriculture & Enterprise Development

Farm Manager

Grade E/F

The applicants should have a thorough knowledge in Farm management and farming as a business enterprise.

In addition the applicant must:

Have a Bachelor's Degree in any Agricultural related discipline.Have at least three (3) years experience in managing a medium to large scale mixed farm.Be dynamic, self-driven, focused, disciplined and a team player.Be computer literate.Candidates in possession of extra qualifications like Business Management, Project Management and Marketing will have an added advantage.

Institute of Open, Distance & E-Learning (ODeL)

(i) ODeL Coordinator (Mombasa & Nairobi campuses)

Grade 12

Applicants must be holders of a Masters Degree in Education or any other related fields from a recognized university.

In addition they must have at least five (5) years relevant working experience in teaching and or administration.

The applicant will be required to carry out the following duties:

Promoting efficient management of Mombasa centre.Co-ordination of academic and administration activities at the university.Assisting and advising students when required.Serve as a liaison officer between the centre and the university.Marketing Kenyatta University programmes.(ii) Administrator

Grade E/F

Applicants must be holders of a Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Commerce, Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.

In addition, the applicant must:

Be computer literate possibly with a Diploma in ICT.Have at least three (3) years administrative experience in a busy organization.Those with professional qualifications such as CPS, CPA or equivalent will have an added advantage.

(iii) Administrative Assistant (Material Production)

Grade E/F

Applicants should possess a Bachelors Degree in Library Information Systems (BLIS).

In addition the applicant must:

Have a very strong IT background.Have at least five (5) years administrative experience in a busy organization.Have proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools.Have experience in working in a busy Library environment.The ability to work with Library software will be an added advantage.

(iv) Instructional Designer

Grade E/F

Applicants should possess Bachelors of Education (Science) Degree in any of the following areas: Physics, Mathematics or Chemistry.

In addition, the applicant must:

Have a very strong background in IT.Have at least five (5) years working experience.Have experience in Graphic, Multimedia authoring software and Website design soft ware.Be able to design and supervise production of learning resources in variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video and animation technologies to support curriculum offerings.Experience in e-Learning and programming using PHP will be an added advantage.
(v) Database Administrator

Grade E/F

Applicants should possess Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or Bachelor of Telecommunications and Information Technology.

In addition, the applicant must:

Have experience in Computer Programming Languages (C#, HTML, Java or PHP).Have at least five (5) years working experience in a busy organization.Possess development experience in ICT Systems and Web based applications.Have sound knowledge of Database systems.Be ready to work in Graphic Design and in a Multimedia Studio.Ability to customize LMS will be an added advantage.(vi) Data Entry Clerk

Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C- and above. In addition the applicant must:

Have a minimum Diploma in any business related course.Have three (3) years book keeping or accounting experience.Have strong proficiency in IT including very strong key board skills.Have good interpersonal and management skills.(vii) Help Desk/ Customer Service

Grade A/B

Applicants must be holders of KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C- and above as well as possess Diploma in Front Office Operations.

In addition, the applicant must:

Have excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.Be able to create the right impression.Have strong proficiency in IT including very strong key board skills.Have good interpersonal and relationship management skills.Have at least three (3) years front desk/receptionist experience in a busy environment.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 PhD 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:

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.

Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital

Project Manager

The applicant must be a holder of a Degree in Building Economics/Quantity Surveying /Construction Management/ Architecture or Civil engineering.

In addition the applicant must have:

Post-graduate qualification at Masters Degree level or qualifications and certifications as a Project Manager from a recognized body, or other equivalent qualifications.A minimum of five (5) years direct work experience in a project management capacity including for a multi-billion project, including all aspects of project process development and execution.Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft project and Primavera.Demonstrated experience in Personnel Management.Technical competence with various reporting Software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.The Project Manager will be employed within a design-and-build contract arrangement for the Proposed Referral and Teaching Hospital for Kenyatta University.

He will be deployed as the Principal Site-based Representative of the Project Implementation Committee which is chaired by the Vice-Chancellor.

The Project Manager will be employed on an initial contract of two (2) years which will be renewed for a further period of two (2) years upon a satisfactory report of performance.

In addition, the applicant will be required to:

To track and report on the planning of the implementation plan for the hospital by the Contractor.To establish and run the Site-based Project Management Office.Develop and implement project communication and reporting strategy and plans including communication formats and templates.Effectively and constantly communicate project expectations to the Contractor.Report on Construction progress on an ongoing basis to the Project Implementation Committee.Brief the Vice Chancellor on all matters relating to the Project on a frequent and regular basis.Plan, schedule and promote project timelines and milestones to the Contractor using appropriate tools.Track project milestones and deliverables and negotiate with the Contractor appropriate strategies for their achievement.Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management and promote them to the contractor and the Project Implementation Team.Terms of Service:

The terms of service for the teaching posts of Lecturers and above include membership to a Pension Scheme, a generous Medical Scheme, a House Allowance and a Commuting Allowance. Other posts will be based on a two (2) years Renewable Performance Contract and Gratuity will be given 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 up-to-date with the applicant's competence and area of specialization.

Applicants should request their Referees to write immediately and directly to the undersigned.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)
Kenyatta University
P. O. Box 43844 – 00100
Nairobi.

The deadline for applications and letters from the referees is not later than 7th Sept 2011.


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