KENYATTA UNIVERSITY JOBS

Kenyatta University Jobs

Career Oppotunities In A Fast Growing InstitutionKenyatta University is looking to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for vacant positions in the following offices:
1. School Of Law
i. Professor
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in Law from a recognized University
b) At least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelor of Laws Degree or its equivalent
c) At least twelve (12) years of university teaching as a Lecturer and above, five (5) of which as a full-time Associate Professor
d) Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed as Associate Professor
e) At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor
f) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor
g) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
h) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
ii. Associate Professor
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in Law or its equivalent from a recognized University
b) At least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelor of Laws Degree
c) Eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer
d) Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed a Senior Lecturer
e) At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
f) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
g) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
h) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
iii) Senior Lecturer
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in Law from a recognized University and have at least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelor of Laws Degree
b) At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as a full-time Lecturer
c) At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed a Lecturer d) Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters students
e) Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
iv) Lecturer
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Law from a recognized University
b) At least a Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelor of Laws Degree
c) Registered for PhD Degree and able to show satisfactory progress
v) Tutorial Fellow
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Law from a recognized University
b) At least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelor of Laws Degree
2. School Of Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
i) Senior Lecturer
Areas of specialization:
Power systems; Electrical machines; Communication systems; Control systems; Power electronics, Digital electronics; Energy systems and Biomedical engineering.
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering OR Biomedical Engineering or related field from a recognized University
b) Five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
c) At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer
d) Successful supervision of at least three (3) Master students
e) Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
h) Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
ii) Lecturer
Areas of specialization:

Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering and Biomedical EngineeringQualification:
a) PhD Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering OR Biomedical Engineering or related field from a recognized University or have successfully defended PhD thesis
b) Masters and Bachelors Degree in the above mentioned areas
c) Full-time University teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow or as an Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years
d) Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)2
iii) Tutorial Fellow
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering and a Bachelors Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or related field from a recognized university
b) At least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in Bachelors degree
c) Willing to pursue a PhD Degree
d) Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
3. School Of Medicine (Proposed Department Of Oncology)
i) Lecturer
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Clinical Oncology or Medical Oncology from a recognized university
b) Applicants with PhD in the relevant area will have an added advantage
c) At least three (3) years teaching experience in any of the above areas
d) Registered by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
4. Digital School Of Vartual And Open Learning
i) Coordinator – Grade 12 (Garissa and Nakuru Campus)
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Education or related field from a recognized university
b) At least five (5) years relevant work experience in teaching and or administration
Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Promoting efficient management of this Centre.
b) Coordination of academic and administration activities at the University c) Assisting and advising students when required
d) Serve as a liaison officer between the Centre and the University
e) Marketing Kenyatta University programmes.
5. Directoret Of University Health Services
i) Clinical Officer (Grade E/F)
Qualification:
a) KCE Division II or KCSE mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above b) Diploma in Clinical Medicine or equivalent from a recognized institution
b) Worked in a busy National/Provincial/District/Mission/Private Hospital or Government Health Centre for at least three (3) years
c) Registered by Clinical Officers Council
d) Computer literate
ii) Public Health Officer (Grade E/F)
Qualification:
a) KCE division III or KCSE mean Grade C (Plain) and above
b) Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) At least five (5) years relevant work experience preferably in a busy institution d)Computer literate
e) Registered with Public Health Officers Council
iii) Pharmacy Technologist (Grade E/F)
Qualification:
a) KCE division II or KCSE mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above
b) Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) Registered by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya
d) Worked in a busy Pharmacy in a National/Provincial/Mission/Private hospital/ Government Health Centre for at least three (3) years
e)Computer literate
iv) Laboratory Technologist (Grade E/F)
Qualification:
a) KCE division II or KCSE mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above
b) Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) Worked in a busy Medical Laboratory in a National/Provincial/Mission/Private hospital/ Government Health Centre for at least five (5) years
d) Registered by Kenya Medical Technicians and Technologists Board
e) Computer literate f) Skill in Laboratory information management system will be an added advantage
v) Health Records Clerk (Grade A/B).
Qualification:
a) KCE Division III or KCSE mean Grade C- (Minus) and above
b) Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution
c) Worked in a busy Medical Records Registry in a National/Provincial/Mission/Private hospital/ Government Health Centre for at least two (2) years
d) Computer literate
Duties and Responsibilities:

Working in a busy University Health Services Directorate and doing calls at night, weekends and public holidays6. Directoret Of Catering Services
i) Cateress (Grade A/B)
Qualification:
a) KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above
b) Diploma in Food & Beverage Production & Services or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy hotel environment
ii) Head Cook (Grade A/B)
Qualification:
a) KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above
b) Diploma in Food & Beverage Production & Services or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy hotel environment
iii)Cook (Grade III/IV)
Qualification:
a) KCE Division IV or KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) and above
b) Certificate in Food Production or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy hotel environment3
iv) Dining Hall Checker (Grade III/IV)
Qualification:
a) KCE Division IV or KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) and above
b) Discharge Certificate from discipline forces
c) Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
d) At least three (3) years experience in a security firm
7. Proposed School Of Film Production,Communication And Media Studies
Department of Film Production and Theatre Arts and Department of Communication and Media Studies
Teaching Positions:
A. Film Technology
Areas of specialization:
Photography and Design, Video/Film Camera Operations, Screen – Writing, Acting for TV and Film, Film Directing and Production, Animation and Computer Graphics, Audio – Video – Editing, Cinematography, Music in Film, Animation Adjudicating Film, Film Marketing and Management, Gender Dynamics in Film, Documentary Film Production, Art and Techniques of Film Making, Film Criticism, Sound Production and Design, Video Camera Operation and Theory of Film
i) Professor (1 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least twelve (12) years of university teaching as a Lecturer and above, five (5) of which as a full-time Associate Professor
c)Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed as Associate Professor
d)At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor
e) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
ii) Associate Professor (1 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) Eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer
c) Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed a Senior Lecturer
d) At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
e) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
iii) Senior Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full - time Lecturer
c) At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Lecturer
d) Successful supervision of at least (3) Masters students
e) Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
iv) Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least two (2) years of university teaching experience
v) Tutorial Fellow (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Film-related studies from a recognized university
b) At least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least one (1) year of university teaching experience
d) Registration for PhD will be an added advantage
B. Television Production
Areas of specialization:
Digital Journalism, Print Journalism, Television Journalism, News Writing and Reporting, News Editing and Design, Writing for Radio and Television, Communication and Information Technologies, Photography and Design, Photojournalism, Environmental Journalism, Sports Journalism, Theory and Practice of Advertising, Economics of Media, Broadcast Programming, Journalism and Advocacy, Political Communication and Journalism, Radio-broadcasting Techniques, Documentary Photojournalism, TV Field Production, Electronic News Cast Production, Multimedia Production, Feature Writing, Information Sourcing and Management
i) Professor (1 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least twelve (12) years of university teaching as a Lecturer and above, five (5) of which as a full- time Associate Professor
c)Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed as Associate Professor
d) At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor
e) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
ii) Associate Professor (1 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) Eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer
c) Successful supervision of at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed a Senior Lecturer
d) At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
e) Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
iii) Senior Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full - time Lecturer
c) At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Lecturer
d) Successful supervision of at least (3) Masters students
e) Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
C. Animation
Areas of specialization:
Cartoon Drawing, History of Animation, Graphic Design, Image Editing, Digital Multimedia Production, 3D Animation, Storyboarding, Visual Effects & Compositing Fundamentals, 2D Animation, Free Hand Drawing, Graphic Design – Vector Drawing, Special Effects for Animation, Models Creation and Texturing, Character Animation, Character Setup and Skinning, Web Design, Sound Design, Motion Graphics, Lights and Render
i) Senior Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full - time Lecturer
c) At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Lecturer
d) Successful supervision of at least (3) Masters students
e) Evidence of applying for a grant either
individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
f) Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
g) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
ii) Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least two (2) years of university teaching experience
iii) Tutorial Fellow (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in Film-related studies from a recognized university
c) At least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
d) At least one (1) year of university teaching experience
e) Registration for PhD will be an added advantage
D. Journalism
Areas of specialization:
Digital Journalism, Print Journalism, Television Journalism, News Writing and Reporting, News Editing and Design, Writing for Radio and Television, Communication and Information Technologies, Photography and Design, Photojournalism, Environmental Journalism, Sports Journalism, Theory and Practice of Advertising, Economics of Media,Broadcast Programming, Journalism and Advocacy, Political Communication and Journalism, Radio – broadcasting Techniques, Documentary Photojournalism, TV Field Production, Electronic Newscast Production, Multimedia Production, Feature Writing, Information Sourcing and Management
iv) Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least two (2) years of university teaching experience
i) Tutorial Fellow (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least one (1) year of university teaching experience
d)Registration for PhD will be an added advantage
E. Communication
Areas of specialization:
Communication Law and Ethics, Communication Theory, Public Relation Theory and Practice, Strategic Communication, Communication Research Methods, Advertising Practices and Principles, Crisis Communication, Communication and Information Technologies, Sociology of Communication, Public Speaking, Media and Society Psychology of Communication, Language in Communication, Rhetorical Theory and Criticism, Information Sourcing and Management, Comparative Media Cultures, Gender Dynamics in Communication, Mass Media and Popular Culture, Economies of New Media and Communication for Development and Theory and Practice of Translation in Media
i) Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least two (2) years of university teaching experience
ii) Tutorial Fellow (3 Position)
Qualification:
a)Masters Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least a Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least one (1) year of university teaching experience
d)Registration for PhD will be an added advantage
F. Theatre Arts
Areas of specialization:
Theory and Practice in Theatre, Psychodrama, Theatre for Special Needs, Play-writing, Drama Therapy, Voice Over and Commercial Techniques, Stage-craft, Stage-directing, Theatre Criticism, Costume Construction and Wardrobe Management, Drama Adjudication, Dance Choreography, The Musical, Scenic Fabrication and Design, Puppet Theatre, Mime and Pantomime, Story Telling, Medieval Theatre, Stage-lighting, Theatre for Development, Oriental Drama, Theatre Marketing and Management, Radio Drama, Gender Dynamics in Theatre, Children Productions
i) Lecturer (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) PhD Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least a Second Class Honors (upper division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least two (2) years of university teaching experience
ii) Tutorial Fellow (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Masters Degree in at least five (5) of the above areas of specialization from a recognized university
b) At least a Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Bachelors Degree
c) At least one (1) year of University teaching experience
d)Registration for PhD will be an added advantage
Non-Teaching Positions:
i) Film/TV Technician - Grade C/D (4 Position)
Qualification:
a) Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
b) OR Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from KIMC or any other recognized institution
c) Served in the Grade of TV/ Film Technician or in a comparable position for at least three (3) years
Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance of TV and Film Studios and electrical and electronic equipment in the Departmentii) Radio/Sound Technician - Grade C/D (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
b) OR Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from KIMC or any other recognized institution c) Served in the Grade of Radio/ Sound Technician or in a comparable position for at least three (3) years
Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance of Radio Studio and electrical and electronic equipment in the Departmentiii) Technical Operator - Grade C/D (3 Position)
Qualification:
a) Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
b) OR Higher National Diploma in Technical Operation from KIMC or any other recognized institution
c) Served in the Grade of Technical Operator or in a comparable position for at least three (3) years
Duties and Responsibilities:

Operation of visual and sound equipment in the Departmentiv) Theatre Technician - Grade C/D (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
b) OR Higher National Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years experience in: Production of educational theatre/film programmes, Entertainment theatre/film projects, Organizing theatre/film workshops or Managing cultural events.
Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Organizing all performance, theatrical and film events in the department
b) Creating and coordinating Theatre and Film Festivals and Workshops within the University
c) Creating projects that will enable students to further develop their talents
d) Overall Administrator in all stage productions.
v) Stage Manager - Grade C/D (2 Position)
Qualification:
a) Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
b) OR Higher National Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years experience in: Stage management, Stage lighting, Sound management, Stage-set and design, Costume and prop management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Management of stage items like props, costumes, décor and scenic tools
b) Preparing the stage for coursework activities
c) Setting and striking the stage during any performances.
vi) Full-Time Studio Technician and Instructor (Grade A/B)6
Qualification:
a) KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above
b) Diploma in Music Technology / Sound Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution
c) At least three (3) years relevant work experience as a performing Musician or a Studio Technician, two (2) of which in a recording studio
d) Experience with Macintosh Operational Systems and conversant with Studio Programmes including Pro – tools, Logic Pro, Garage Band and Fruity Loops
e) Instructional knowledge in Music recording concert production and staging, Computing and sequencing techniques AND Music and multimedia
8. DVC (Finance & Development)
i) Registered Electrical Engineer – Grade 12
Qualifications:
a) Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
b) Registered Engineer with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
c) Corporate Membership of a relevant professional body such as IEK
d) At least two (2) years post-registration experience in a busy technical
organization
Key Competencies:
a) Have demonstrated professional competence in handling electrical duties
b) Team player
c) Design and supervision of electrical works in buildings
d) Able to supervise and guide staff
e) Good communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
ii) Registered Structural Engineer - Grade 12
Qualifications:
a) Bachelor of Science Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering from a recognized university
b) Registered Engineer with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
c) Corporate Membership of a relevant professional body such as IEK
d) At least two (2) years post-registration experience in a busy technical organization
Key competencies:
a) Have demonstrated professional competence in handling Structural duties
b) Team player
c) Design and supervision of structural components in buildings
d) Able to supervise and guide staff
e) Good communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
iii) Land Surveyor – Grade 12
Qualifications:
a) Bachelor of Science in Geo-Spatial Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution
b) At least five (5) years post-graduation experience
c) Licensed with the Land Surveyors’ Board of Kenya
d) Member of Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) or a similar professional body and in good standing with the same
e) Proficient in AutoCAD and other related software used by Consultants requiring land surveying information
f) Thorough working knowledge of all surveying techniques including: Construction staking, Boundary surveys, Topographic Surveys and Survey drafting
g) Extensive surveying experience
Duties:
a) Measuring the ground as required by the client, including aspects such as small and large-scale distances, angles and elevations
b) Gathering data on earth’s physical and man-made features through surveys c) Undertaking digital mapping
d)Producing detailed information (subsequently analyzed by planners, builders and cartographers)
e) Using a range of equipment to produce surveys, including GPS and conventional methods
Key Competencies:
a) Self motivated
b) Able to work independently
c) Excellent organizational and communication skills
d)Dependable
e) Strong work ethic especially under a demanding schedule
iv) Architectural Assistant - Grade C/D
Qualification:
a) Diploma in Architecture or equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution of Higher Learning
b) At least five (5) years post-graduation work experience in a busy architectural office
c) Knowledge of Architectural Computer programs
d) Strong Planning organizing skills including a thorough methodical approach and ability to prioritize
e)Able to work under pressure and with short time lines, schedule and prioritize projects, accept criticism and other ideas
f)Personal drive and enthusiasm
g) Creativity
h) Team player
Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing sketches/ scheme designs, Produce drawing details AND Interpret brief requirements and post contract administration.The applicants are required to include their port folio in a CD/DVD.
Terms Of Service:

For those applying for teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow they will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms.

The terms of service for non teaching positions 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, 3rd September, 2014.
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Applicants with disability are encouraged to apply.