Karatina University Jobs

Karatina University Jobs

Karatina University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for the following vacant positions listed below: 1. Accounts Clerks – Cashiers
GRADE 4 KarU/HR/AC/2014
Job Description
Work at this level entails performing general accounting tasks of routine nature maintaining original books of accounts, preparation of payment vouchers, writing cash books, processing of invoices, receipts and other basic accounting work and any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer.
Job Specification/Requirement for Appointment

CPA Part 1 (Section 1)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade at least D+(Plus)

Computer Literacy 2. University Technician – Grade 6
Technician II
Grade 6: KarU/HR/LT/2014
Job Description
Work at this level will entail

Cleaning of glassware and apparatus for teaching and research;

Dusting of all equipment, machines and tools used for teaching and research;

Ensuring the storage of chemicals and materials in clean, well labeled shelves

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification for Appointment

A Diploma or its equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized institution

At least seven (7) years relevant work experience in a relevant field

Knowledge of Information Communication Technology

Higher National Diploma in relevant field is an added advantage 3. Assistant Secretary – Karatina University
Assistant Secretary II
Grade 6 KarU/HR/AS/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails taking shorthand and transcribing;

Typing from drafts or recordings from dictating machines and operating other related Machines; telephone communication;

Handling mails and writing simple routine correspondences;

Appointments, taking charge of documents and files, including confidential materials; reception duties, supervision and guidance of staff,

Handling inventory and petty cash,

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirements for Appointment

Intermediate Secretarial Certificate (Stage II) from Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) or its equivalent from a recognized examining body.

Typewriting II (50wpm)

Shorthand II (80 wpm)

Business English II

Commerce II

Office Practice II

Secretarial Studies II

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of at least C- (Minus) or its equivalent.

At least five (5) years work experience

Good knowledge of Information Communication Technology.

A diploma in a relevant field is an added advantage 4. Senior Accounts Assistant
Senior Accounts Assistant I
Grade 8 KarU/HR/SAS/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails assisting in compilation of financial reports, bank reconciliation,

Maintenance of assets register,

Maintenance of creditors and debtors ledgers,

Assist in preparation of cash flow statements, financial analysis, examination of revenue and expenditure

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirement for Appointment

Bachelors Degree in finance or accounting field with CPA II

At least three (3) years relevant work experience.

Knowledge of Information and Communication Technology

Membership registration an added advantage 5. Assistant Procurement Officer
Assistant Procurement Officer II
Grade KarU/HR/APO/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails analyzing and dispatching quotations,

Preparation of tender documents,

Maintaining supplies and supplies register,

Filing of purchasing documents, inventory control,

Ensuring security and safety of stores,

Assist in budgeting, disposal of stocks

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

At least three (3) years relevant work experience

Knowledge of Information and Communication Technology

Membership registration with a relevant professional body 6. Secretary – Karatina University
Secretary II
Grade 8 KarU/HR/S/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails taking shorthand and transcribing;

Typing from drafts or recordings from dictating machines and operating other related machines; telephone communication;

Handling mails and writing simple routine correspondences;

Appointments, public relations, taking charge of documents and files, including

confidential materials; reception duties, supervision and guidance of staff,

Handling inventory and petty cash,

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirements for Appointment

Higher National Diploma in secretarial from a recognized institution or its equivalent from a recognized examining body.

Typewriting III (50wpm)

Shorthand III (100 wpm)

Business English III

Commerce II

Office Practice II

Secretarial Studies II

Office Management III

At least seven (7) years relevant work experience in secretarial duties.

Good knowledge of Information Communications Technology

Membership registration with relevant professional body

CPS II is an added advantage 7. Senior Library Assistant
Grade 8 KarU/HR/SLA/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails issuing publications to library clients;

Verification of bibliographical details, shelve reading and weeding,

Classifying, acquisition and procuring of library materials.

In addition, circulating catalogues, short loans reservations, receiving and recording journals,

Registering and clearing users, keeping statistics for borrowed publications;

Conducting reference searches, formulating user education and orientation programmes

Any other duties as assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirements for Appointment

For direct appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

Higher National Diploma in Library or Information Studies from a recognized institution;

At least three (3) years relevant work experience.

Good knowledge of Information Communication Technology.

Bachelors Degree is an added advantage. 8. Administrative Assistant – University
Administrative Assistant III
Grade 8KarU/HR/AA/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails doing general administrative duties under the guidance of a more experienced employee at Schools, Academic and/or Administrative

Division of the University where an employee will be exposed to broad administrative duties.

In addition, administration of students records, supervision of staff,

Assisting the dean/director or Dean of Students in day to day running of students affairs, examination matters, secretariat to various committees, ascertain fees collection, admission of students, preparation of senate documents and

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specifications/Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors Degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution

At least three (3) years work experience in a relevant position

Knowledge of Information Communication Technology 9. Senior Technician – Media
Grade KarU/HR/ST/M/2014
Job Description

An officer at this level will be involved in the planning, designing and developing Laboratory/Workshop teaching and research activities;

Supervise, collect and prepare teaching and research materials;

Carry out analytical work in specialized fields;

Supervise staff development and capacity building in specialized applications;

Keep and manage inventory, implement quality assurance standards;

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification /Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors Degree and Higher National Diploma with seven (7) years relevant experience

Knowledge in information communication technology

First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety Training

Membership of a professional body where applicable 10. Senior Technician – Karatina University
Senior Technician
Grade 10KarU/HR/ST/2014
Job Description

An officer at this level will be involved in the planning, designing and developing Laboratory/Workshop teaching and research activities;

Supervise, collect and prepare teaching and research materials;

Carry out analytical work in specialized fields;

Supervise staff development and capacity building in specialized applications;

Keep and manage inventory, implement quality assurance standards;

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification /Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors Degree and Higher National Diploma with seven (7) years relevant experience

Knowledge in information communication technology

First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety Training

Membership of a professional body where applicable 11. Assistant Internal Auditor
Grade 10 KarU/HR/AIA/2014
Job Description

Work at this level entails checking the accuracy of revenue received and verifying banking of the same,

Examining petty cash payments to ascertain proper authorization, payroll vouching and verifying creditors,

Preparation of departmental budget, verification of purchases against budgets, physical verification of stocks,

Writing preliminary audit reports, audit checks,

Examining all books of accounts to ascertain that transactions have been made in accordance with the regulations and vouch their accuracy and propriety;,

Carrying out the audit of records of functional departments.

In addition, undertake a set of audit assignments under the overall direction of an audit team leader

Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer. Job Specification/Requirement for Appointment

Bachelor degree in finance or accounting field and CPA III

At least five (5) years relevant work experience three of which must be at the level of Assistant Internal Auditor II or a comparable position.

Knowledge of Information Communication Technology

Membership of professional body and CISA an added advantage Mode of Application

Applicants must submit two (2) copies of applications giving details of their educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Enclose certified 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 detailed Curriculum Vitae and a copy of the most recent pay slip. In addition, applicants should request their referees to write directly to the undersigned, in separate sealed envelopes.
Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the relevant reference number, so as to be received on or before Friday 29th August, 2014.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Vice Chancellor
Karatina University
P.O. Box 1957- 10101
KARATINA
Karatina University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore applicants of either gender, persons with disability and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.