University of Nairobi Jobs in Kenya

Applicants are invited for the following positions:-
 Lecturer, School of Law, Kisumu CampusApplicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Law from a recognized university. Applicants who possess a Masters degree in Law and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD degree in relevant area of specialization will also be considered. They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in School’s activities.Kindly note that the successful candidates will strictly be recruited for Kisumu Campus.

Lecturer, Department of Medical MicrobiologyApplicants must be holders of a basic qualification in MBChB or its equivalent with an MMed degree in Pathology or a PhD degree in in medical Microbiology from a recognized university. Those with an MSC degree in Medical Microbiology and at least three years teaching experience at university level will also be considered.They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization and also participate in routine diagnostic work at the Kenyatta National hospital. They will be posted in the Bacteriology/ Mycology & Parasitology Section).
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.
Senior Administrative Assistant Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s (at least lower 2nd class Hons.) degree from a recognized university and CPS II or relevant professional or postgraduate qualification in management. They should also have at least three (3) years’ experience as Administrative Assistant Grade CD or equivalent position. They must be Computer literate.
Please note that the appointment is on a three year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s (at least lower 2nd class Hons.) degree from a recognized university.
They must be Computer literate. The successful candidate will be expected to service university committees among other duties.
Please note that the appointment is on a three year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.
Department of Clinical StudiesApplicants should be holders of at least a KCSE Mean Grade C with credits in relevant science subjects and an Ordinary Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent plus 3 years relevant experience as Trainee Technologist. They must be proficient with standard computer applications.
The successful candidate will be expected to supervise technical and support staff, organize practical for both undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as managing teaching, research and clinical diagnostic laboratories

Secretary 

Applicants should be holders of a KCSE Grade C or KCE Div.III or its equivalent qualification with a Credit in English Language. In addition they must have passed the following subjects offered by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examination body:-Business English IICommerce IISecretarial Duties IIOffice Management IIIShorthand 80 wpm or Audio Typing IIITypewriting 50 wpmThey must be computer literate.
 School of Law, Kisumu & Mombasa CampusApplicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s (at least lower 2nd class Hons.) degree from a recognized university.
They must be Computer literate. Applicants who have at least two years relevant working experience will have an added advantage. They should be self driven, highly focused and be committed to highest performance standards.
The successful candidate will be expected to service university committees among other duties.
Kindly indicate in your application which campus you are applying (whether Kisumu or Mombasa)
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.
Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent. They should also be in possession of a Diploma in Computing. They should have at least one year’s experience in data entry preferably using Access, Excel and SPSS software packages. They also should be conversant with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint Packages.Knowledge of Management Information Systems (MIS) and ability to do computer programming and Website Design will be an added advantage
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent, Office Management, Record Keeping Courses or certificate in Archives and Records Management, KATC Intermediate or ACNC Part I or equivalent qualifications. They must have at least three (3) years working experience as a Records/Registry/Filing Clerk Grade IV in a busy Records office.
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.School of Law, Kisumu & Mombasa CampusApplicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or KCE Div.III with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent. Serving staff who have at least three (3) years’ experience in Grade III or equivalent in a busy Registry of an academic institution may also be considered
Kindly indicate in your application which campus you are applying (whether Kisumu or Mombasa)
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.

Secretary 

Applicants should be holders of a KCSE Grade C or KCE Div.III or its equivalent qualification with a Credit in English Language. In addition they must have passed the following subjects offered by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examination body:-Business English IICommerce IISecretarial Duties IIOffice Management IIIShorthand 80 wpm or Audio Typing IIITypewriting 50 wpmThey must be computer literate.
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.Applicants should be holders of a Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized institution. They must have passed KSCE with a minimum of grade C and above. They must have at least one (1) year relevant experience. In addition, they should have knowledge in Microsoft Operating Systems, Office Automation tools and Certification. Certificate in network will be an added advantage.
Please note that the appointment is on a two year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.
 Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-R&T. The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 NairobiCHSS. The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.CHS. The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: Friday, June 6, 2014.