Kenyatta University Jobs - 2/10/2014

Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for vacant positions in the following offices:1. Directorate of University Health Services
i. Physician – Grade 13
Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Internal Medicine from a recognized university

Specialist recognition certificate in Internal Medicine

At least two (2) years relevant post-qualification work experience in a busy and demanding out-patient/in-patient hospital set up

Registered by Medical and Dentist Practitioners Board

Specialist recognition License in respective discipline

Current Medical practice License

Be eligible for admission rights in various hospitals in Nairobi and its environs

Willing to provide clinical orientations to medical students when need arises

Team player, willing to work long hours and attend to emergenciesii. Paeditrician – Grade 13
Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Paediatrics from a recognized university

Specialist recognition certificate in Paediatrics

At least two (2) years relevant post-qualification work experience in a busy and demanding out-patient/in-patient hospital set upPage 2 of 7

Registered by Medical and Dentist Practitioners Board

Specialist recognition License in respective discipline

Current Medical practice License

Be eligible for admission rights in various hospitals in Nairobi and its environs

Willing to provide clinical orientations to medical students when need arises

Team player, willing to work long hours and attend to emergencies

Successful candidates will be required to work full-time for the University.iii. Registered Nurse – Grade E/F
Qualifications:

KCE Division II KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above

Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) Diploma from a recognized institution

Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya

Proficient in Ms Office Suite

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Experience in Reproductive Health & Emergency Care

At least five (5) years relevant work experience in a busy hospital2. Office of the Deputy - Vice Chancellor
(Administration)
i. Petrol Station Manager – Grade C/D
Qualifications:

Diploma in Business Management or related field

KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above

At least five (5)years experience in Petroleum Industry

Computer literate

General knowledge and experience in overseeing Petrol Station OperationsDuties:
The candidate will be in-charge of overseeing the Petro station operations as follows:

Forecourt Operations

Tyre Centre Operations

Car/Truck Wash Bay Operations

Shift controls

Lube Bay Operations

Employee Management

Administration of documents and filesGradeii. Secretary – Grade
A/B (Main and Kericho Campus) Grade
Qualifications:

KCE Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C (plain) and above

Credit or Grade C and above in English

Type-writing speed of 50wpm

Shorthand speed of 100wpm

Office practice II

Office management

Business English III

Computer literate

At least three (3) years relevant work experienceiii. Clerk Typics – Grade III/IV
Qualifications:

KCE Division IV or KCSE mean Grade D+ (plus) and above

Certificate in Office Management or related field from a recognized institution

Typewriting speed of at least 40 wpm Page 4 of 7

At least three (3) years relevant work experience

Computer literateiv. Registry Clerk - Grade III/IV
Qualifications:

KCE Division IV or Mean Grade of D+ (plus) and above

Certificate in Records Management or related field from a recognized institution

At least three (3) years relevant work experience

Computer literatev. Messenger – Grade III/IV
Qualifications:

KCE Division IV or KCSE Mean Grade D (plain) and above

Valid Certificate of Good Conduct

At least two (2) years relevant work experience3. Office of the Deputy Vice - Chancellar
(Finance & Development)
Estates (Maintainance) Department
i. Clerk of Works – Grade A/B
Qualifications:

KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above

Ordinary Diploma in Building Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

At least three (3) years post-qualification experience as Clerk of Works/Foreman in a construction firm or in a large organization4. Directorate of Accomodation Services
i. House Keeper – Grade A/B (Main and Kericho Campus)
Qualifications:

KCE Division IV/KCSE Mean Grade D+ (plus) and above

Ordinary Diploma in Institutional Management, Housekeeping and Laundry services or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

At least three (3) years relevant work experience as Assistant Housekeeper or Room Steward in a busy work environment5. Digital School of Virtual & Open Learning
i. Coordinator - Grade 12 (Kericho Campus)
Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Education or related field from a recognized university

Five (5) years relevant work experience in teaching and or administrationDuties:

Promoting efficient management of Kericho Campus

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 programmesii. Administrative Assistant – Grade C/D (Kericho Campus)
Qualifications:

KCE Division II or KCSE mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above

Bachelors Degree from a recognized university

Qualification in Management, CPS or equivalent will be an added advantage

At least three (3) years relevant post qualification work experience

Computer literatePage 6 of 7iii. Accounts Assistant – Grade C/D (Kericho Campus)
Qualifications:

KCE Division II or KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above

CPA Part II or equivalent from a recognized institution

At least five (5) years working experience in a busy organization

Working experience in a computerized environmentiv. Hostel Night Attendant – Grade III/IV (Kericho Campus)
Qualifications:

KCE Division IV/KCSE Mean grade D+ (Plus) and above

Discharge Certificate, If applicable, from discipline forces indicating the rank

Certificate of good conduct

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

The successful candidate will be charged with the following duties:

Look after student welfare in the hostels

Enforce rules and regulations of the hostels

Look after university propertyTeams 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 Monday 13th October 2014
Enquiries:
For details related to job specifications and general requirements, kindly visit our website, see; Kenyatta University Jobs in Kenya
Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.