Kenyatta University Jobs

A. Kenyatta University Funeral Home (K.U.F.H)Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for the following positions in Kenyatta University Funeral Home:
i. Morticians – Grade C/D ii. Mortician – Grade A/B iii. Assistant Mortician – Grade III/ IV
Common qualifications:
For Mortician – Grade C/D and Grade A/B:

At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy mortuary or a reputable Funeral Home

Certificate of Good Conduct

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Strong English and Swahili language skillsi. Morticians – Grade C/D
Qualifications:
 KCE Division II/ KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus)and above  Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/ Technology ii. Mortician – Grade A/B Qualifications:

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

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/ Technology

Certificate in Mortuary practiceQualities which are an added advantage:

Certificate in Customer Care

Knowledge of lowing gear operations

Ability to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of deliverables

Specialization in Histopathology or Anatomic SciencesSuccessful applicants will be involved in reception, preservation, storage and dispatch of bodies in addition they will be assigned administrative duties from time to time as well as supervision of post mortem.
iii. Assistant Mortician – Grade III/ IV
Qualifications:

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

Certificate in Mortuary PracticeApplicants without professional certificates but have proven cumulative five (5) years relevant work experience in a similar facility will be considered.
B. Directorate of Security Services:
Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for vacant positions in the Directorate of Security Services:
i. Director Security Services Grade -14 ii. Deputy Director Security Services (Operations) - Grade 13 iii. Deputy Director Security Services (Investigations) -Grade 13
Common Qualifications:

Over fifteen (15) years work experience

Knowledge of Fire and Disaster Management

Knowledge of Intelligence collection/ investigations

Have been an Officer commanding at station level

Valid certificate of good conduct

Computer literate

Discharge certificate if applicableCommon Duties and Responsibilities:

Enforcement of University rules, regulations and procedures

Collection of intelligence

Responsible for the security of University propertyi. Director Security Services - Grade14
Qualifications:

KCE Division II/ KCSE mean grade C+ and above

Masters & Bachelors Degree in a Security related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage

Served in the Discipline Forces and attained the rank of Major / Superintended of Police and aboveDuties and Responsibilities:

Co-ordination of over-all Security in terms of physical security and investigations

Collection of intelligence

Vetting of University personnel

To be proactive and sensitive to security issues

Advising the University Management on security matters

Reviewing the security arrangements

Training of personnel on security awarenessii. Deputy Director Security Services (Operations) - Grade 13
Qualifications:

KCE Division II/ KCSE mean grade C+ and above

Bachelors Degree in a Security related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage

Served in the Discipline Forces and attained the rank of Captain/ Chief Inspector of Police and aboveDuties and Responsibilities:

In-charge of physical security

Arresting and prosecuting of culprits

Responsible for Guard patrol, VIP security and escorts

Training of Guards

Briefings and debriefing of Guards

Up-dating the Director on security matters

Deployment and supervision of Guardsiii. Deputy-Director Security Services (Investigations) - Grade 13
Qualifications:

KCE division II/ KCSE mean grade C+ and above

Bachelors Degree in a Security related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage

Served in the Discipline Forces and attained the rank of Captain/ Chief Inspector of Police and aboveDuties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out investigations

Liaising with the Student and Staff Union movements in the University

Up-dating the Director on security matters

Training of Personnel of security awarenessTerms of Services:
The terms of service for the above 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, 12th November 2014.
Enquiries:
For details related to job specifications and general requirements, kindly visit our website: Kenyatta University Jobs
Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Women and are also encouraged to apply.