Rongo University College Vacancies

Positions for Advertisement Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following Academic and Administrative positions.

1. Academic Positions

i. Lecturer/Research Fellow (Mathematics) Ref: RUC/ASA/1/11/14

ii. Lecturer (Computer Science Ref: RUC/ASA/02/11/14

iii. Lecturer (Linguistics) Ref: RUC/ASA/03/11/14

2. Administrative Positions

i. Senior Procurement Officer Scale RUC 13 Ref: RUC/AFP/1/11/14

ii. Assistant Corporate Communications Officer Scale RUC 10 Ref: RUC/AFP/3/10/14

iii. Senior Librarian II Scale RUC 12 Ref: RUC/AFP/2/10/14

iv. Librarian I Scale RUC 10 Ref: RUC/AFP/4/10/14

v. Senior Administrative Assistant I Scale RUC 10 Ref: RUC/AFP/5/10/14

For further details and requirements please visit the Rongo University College website at; Rongo University College Vacancies (vacancies November 2014).

Applications should be submitted by 25th November 2014.

Lecturer/ Research Fellow (salary scale Kshs. 83,361 – Kshs. 118,861)

Requirements for Appointment

(i) Should have a PhD or its equivalent from a recognized academic institutions,

Or

(ii) Must have a Masters degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized academic institution plus at least 2 years of teaching experience at University level after obtaining a Masters degree and at least 2 publications in refereed journal(s).

(iii) Those with a Masters degree should have registered for PhD degree.

(iv) Should be recognized or registered by relevant professional board (e.g. Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board (for Medical Doctors).

Senior Procurement Officer Scale RUC 13 (salary scale Kshs. 114,709 – Kshs. 148,259)

Requirements for Appointment

i. A Bachelors degree in procurement, supplies management or its equivalent form a recognized institution.

ii. Masters degree in procurement, supplies management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

iii. At least nine (9) years relevant working experience.

iv. Computer literacy

v. Been registered by the Kenya Institute of supply management, Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supplies.

vi. Attended procurement seminars and workshops

vii. Training in public relations

Assistant Corporate Communication Officer Scale RUC 10 (salary scale Kshs. 38,566 – Kshs. 51,777)

Requirements for Appointment

i. A Bachelors degree in mass communication/media/public relations/hospitality/tourism or its equivalent

ii. A Masters degree in mass communication/ media/ public relations/hospitality/tourism or its equivalent

iii. Six (6) years’ experience in relevant field

iv. Computer literacy

v. Been resisted by PRSK/MSK

Senior Librarian II Scale RUC 12 (salary scale Kshs. 79,014 – Kshs. 104,067)

Requirements for Appointment

i. A Bachelors degree in library and information sciences

ii. A Masters degree in library and information sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

iii. Three (3) years working experience in a well-established automated library/information Centre

iv. Published at least two (2) articles in refereed journals or a book

v. Knowledge of library information management packages

vi. Computer literacy

Librarian I Scale RUC 10(salary scale Kshs. 38,566 – Kshs. 51,777)

Requirements for Appointment

i. A Bachelors degree in library and information sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

ii. Six (6) years working experience in a well-established automated library/information Centre

iii. Evidence of scholarship and/or research in an area of one’s specialization

iv. Knowledge of library information management packages

v. Computer literacy

Senior Administrative Assistant I Scale RUC 10 (salary scale Kshs. 38,566 – Kshs. 51,777)

Requirements for Appointment

i. A bachelor degree from a recognized institution

ii. Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience

iii. CPS II qualification or any other relevant

iv. Computer literacy

v. Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage

Lecturer salary scale Kshs. 83,361 – Kshs. 11,861

For each of these positions, ten (10) copies of application documents should be submitted, in writing, together with copies of updated curriculum vitae giving details of applicant’s age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present position and salary, telephone contact, name and address of three (3) referees, plus copies of certificates and testimonials.

The reference number of the position applied for Must be indicated on the application letter and on the envelope.

Applications for the other positions should be addressed to:

The Principal,
Rongo University College,
P.O. Box 103 – 40404
Rongo, Kenya

So as to reach them on or before 25th November 2014

Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send reference letters to the above addresses in sealed envelopes not later than 1st December 2014.

Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

The University College is an equal opportunity employer.

Persons with disability and those of female gender are encouraged to apply.

For further details and requirements please visit the Rongo University College website at; Rongo University College Vacancies