KENYATTA UNIVERSITY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN A FAST GROWING INSTITUTION

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1 KENYATTA UNIVERSITY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN A FAST GROWING INSTITUTION Kenyatta University seeks to recruit competent and dedicated applicants to fill up the following positions. SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS CAMPUS: KITUI MOMBASA AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: Pure Mathematics Applied Mathematics Statistics Biostatistics Social Statistics Mathematical Modeling Actuarial Science i. SENIOR LECTURER PhD Degree in any of the above areas from a recognized university At least five (5) years of University teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters students Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops ii. iii. LECTURER PhD Degree in any of the above areas from a recognized university or have successfully defended PhD thesis At least three (3) years university teaching experience TUTORIAL FELLOW Masters Degree in any of the above areas from a recognized university Willing to pursue a PhD Degree in any of the above areas Page 1 of 12

2 PhD registration will be an added advantage SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH i. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN GRADE C/D KCE Division II/ KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelors Degree in Applied Biology from a recognized institution Computer literate At least three (3) years work experience in a busy Environmental Health/Public Health Laboratory OFFICE OF THE DVC (FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT) ESTATES DEPARTMENT i. SENIOR INSPECTOR OF WORKS (BUILDINGS) GRADE C/D KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelors Degree in Building Construction/Civil Engineering from a recognized institution At least three (3) years work experience in a large organization Ordinary National Diploma in the relevant field with eight (8) years work experience will also be considered Five (5) years work experience as Clerk of Works/Foreman in a construction firm/large organization will be an added advantage ii. iii. iv. SENIOR ELECTRICIAN GRADE C/D KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Higher National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a large organization INSPECTOR OF WORKS (BUILDINGS) GRADE A/B KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Ordinary National Diploma in Building Construction/Civil Engineering from a recognized institution At least three (3) years work experience as Clerk of Works/Foreman in a construction firm or in a large organization Holders of Craft Certificate part III in the relevant field with five (5) years experience in the construction industry, as Foreman will also be considered SENIOR ARTISAN GRADE A/B KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Government Trade Test (GTT) Grade I or Craft Certificate Part III in any of the following trades: Page 2 of 12

3 i. Carpentry ii. Plumbing iii. Welding iv. Painting/ Sign writing v. Upholstery vi. Masonry vii. Electrical At least five (5) years practical work experience in the respective trades Experience as a charge hand in reputable organization will be an added advantage v. ARTISAN - GRADE III/IV KCE Division IV/ KCSE Mean Grade D +(Plus) and above Government Trade Test (GTT) Grade II or Craft Certificate Part II in any of the following trades: i. Carpentry ii. Plumbing iii. Welding iv. Painting/ Sign writing v. Upholstery vi. Masonry vii. Electrical At least three (3) years practical work experience in a large organization in any of the above fields Experience as a charge hand in reputable organization will be an added advantage DIRECTORATE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS i. BRAILLE TRANSCRIBER GRADE A/B KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Adaptive computer technology Evidence of JAWS and DUXBURY software a must At least three (3) years experience as a Braille Transcriber Certificate in Perkins Braille Machines repair and maintenance Ability to read and write English, Kiswahili and Mathematics Notations Ability to work with embosser, Thermoform Machine and combo binders to produce Braille books Certificate in Orientation and mobility skills Those with a Diploma in Special Education in the relevant area will also be considered attach Certificate and Transcripts Page 3 of 12

4 ii. BRAILLE TRANSCRIBER GRADE III/IV KCE Division IV/KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) and above Certificate in English and Kiswahili Braille Grade 2 At least three (3) years work experience Computer literate Evidence of JAWS and DUXBERRY software is a must SCHOOL OF APPLIED HUMAN SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF FOOD, NUTRITION & DIETETICS a) CLINICAL SKILLS LABORATORY i. SENIOR CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR - GRADE 11 MSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics with bias in Clinical Nutrition from a recognized University At least three (3) years experience in a Clinical set- up(health facility), at managerial level MUST be registered with the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI), the membership should be up-to date ii. CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR - GRADE C/D KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics with bias in Clinical Nutrition from a recognized University At least three (3) years in a Clinical/Health facility setting MUST be registered with the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI), the membership should be up-to date iii. NUTRITION LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A/B KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Ordinary Diploma in Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution At least two (2) years experience in Food Science Laboratory and Medical/Therapeutic or Dietetics Laboratory b) CHEMISTRY LABORATORY i. SENIOR TECHNICIAN GRADE C/D BSc in Chemistry or Biochemistry from a recognized university High National Diploma in Chemistry or Biochemistry from a recognized institution will also be considered At least three (3) years or relevant work experience as a Senior Technician in a university or research institute ii. TECHNICIAN - GRADE A/B KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Ordinary Diploma in Analytical Chemistry from a recognized institution Page 4 of 12

5 At least three (3) years relevant work c) FOOD LABORATORY i. SENIOR TECHNICIAN - GRADE C/D BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized university Higher National Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics will also be considered At least three (3) years experience in a busy institution POSTMODERN LIBRARY i. BINDER TECHNICIAN GRADE C/D KCE Division II/ KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Bachelors Degree/High National Diploma in Printing Technology/Printing & Packaging (Print finishing option) Computer literate At least three (3) years work experience Experience with all book-binding and print-finishing processes ii. BINDER TECHNICIAN GRADE A/B KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Diploma in Printing Technology/Printing & Packaging (Print Finishing option) Computer literate At least three (3) years work experience Experience with all book-binding and print-finishing processes SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY i. LECTURER CAMPUSES: Nakuru Mombasa Nyeri Kericho Embu AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: Counselling/ Clinical Psychology Organizational/Industrial Psychology Forensic/Police/Military Psychology Health Psychology Rehabilitation Psychology General Psychology PhD Degree or have successfully defended PhD thesis in any of the above areas from a recognized university At least three (3) years university teaching experience Page 5 of 12

6 ii. TUTORIAL FELLOW CAMPUSES: Kitui Mombasa Kericho Embu AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: Counselling/ Clinical Psychology Organizational/Industrial Psychology Forensic/Police/Military Psychology Health Psychology Rehabilitation Psychology General Psychology Masters Degree in any of the above areas from a recognized university Willing to pursue PhD Degree in the relevant field Experience in university teaching is an added advantage SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY i. SENIOR FIELD TECHNICIAN GRADE E/F KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Masters Degree in Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized institution At least three (3) years experience in Agriculture/Horticulture from a recognized institution Or Bachelors Degree/ Higher National Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture and five (5) years experience from a recognized institution Computer literate ii. iii. FIELD TECHNICIAN GRADE C/D KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Bachelors Degree/Higher National Diploma Agriculture/Horticulture At least three (3) years experience in Agriculture/Horticulture from a recognized institution FIELD TECHNICIAN GRADE A/B KCE Division III/KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above Ordinary Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture At least three (3) years experience in Agriculture/Horticulture from a recognized institution SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY i. CHIEF TECHNICIAN - GRADE 12 KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+(Plus) and above Page 6 of 12

7 Masters of Science Degree in Chemistry/Electronics from a recognized university AND Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemistry/Electronics from a recognized university Higher National Diploma (HND) in Analytical Chemistry is a MUST At least five (5) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which as a Senior Technician in a university or a research institution Show proven ability in assembly of basic scientific equipment and equipment maintenance Computer literate DUTIES: Assist Chairman in procurement of consumables and equipment, maintenance of sufficient stock in chemical store, calibration of equipment and running of laboratory classes. Assist the academic staff with research work ii. SENIOR TECHNICIAN GRADE E/F KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and above Higher National Diploma (HND) in Analytical Chemistry from a recognized institution Those with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry/Electronics from a recognized university and a Diploma in Analytical Chemistry from a recognized institution will also be considered At least five (5) years relevant work experience as a Technician in a busy Laboratory in a university/ research institution Show proven ability in assembly of basic scientific equipment and equipment maintenance Computer literate Duties: Helping with practical work Assist the academic staff with research work KENYATTA UNIVERSITY CONSULTANCY SERVICES UNIT (KUCSU) POSITION: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING MANAGER GRADE 11 PROFILE OF THE UNIT: The unit is mandated to promote the institution s capacity of staff to undertake various consultancy works and assist various schools and staff identify and bid for various consultancy opportunities within Kenya and elsewhere. The mission of the unit is to mobilize the University human capital to provide knowledge based state of the art solutions to problems in both public and private sectors in the African Region. KUSCU OBJECTIVES: To utilize the tremendous human resource potential existent in Schools and Directorates of the University to provide solutions to problems facing institutions in both public and private sectors in the African region To build the requisite consultancy capacity within University staff To seek for prime consultancies by continuous engagement with governments and Industry To generate revenue for the University Page 7 of 12

8 Masters Degree in Business Administration/Marketing or related from a recognized university Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Marketing) option or related field from a recognized university At least three (3) years work experience in a marketing or sales position Work experience from a consultant firm will be an added advantage Applicants should be below the age of 45 ROLE OF THE MANAGER: To market Kenyatta University Consultancy Services Unit services by locating, developing, defining, negotiating and closing business relationships for the consultancy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop business and marketing plans in co-ordination with the Director to achieve revenue goals Promote the consultancy unit branding and media communication activities such as press releases, advertisements, marketing collaterals and website development and update Research the market for identifying new business opportunities Promote to clients the advantages of doing business with consultancy services unit and follow up with them in order to close the business Respond to the client queries regarding services in a timely manner Develop business proposals for new and existing customers Develop creative strategies for increasing the number of clients and for retaining existing clients Prepare the annual marketing budget and track the expenses against the budget Develop in-depth knowledge about business development practices, marketing activities, prospective clients and industry trends Maintain a knowledge repository of clients, referrals, RFPs, prospects and presentations Develop strong customer relationships in order to generate high volume of prospective clients Manage customer calls and appointments effectively for new opportunities Participate in industry forums, client discussions, and conferences as a representative of the organization Determine cross-selling opportunities among different offices Establish a client relationship management database and utilize it to manage customer contacts and mailing lists DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY (ICT) POSITION: IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR GRADE E/F JOB SUMMARY: The post holder will be responsible for systems administration of Kenyatta University Systems. This will include the installation, configuration and support of both hardware and software systems in particular Windows and Linux operating systems. The post holder will also be one of the key leads in new projects and implementations. Page 8 of 12

9 PERSON SPECIFICATION: Education & Qualifications Essential Must have at least a Bachelors Degree in ICT or a technical related field Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator or Equivalent Systems Certification Experience & Abilities Must have at least 2 years experience in a busy IT environment Desirable Masters Degree in ICT related field or equivalent Excellent knowledge of SQL Database or Certification Evidence of continuous professional development Experience in Public Sector especially in Higher Education Must have at least 2 years experience working on ERP Systems or equivalent Good understanding of Windows Server and SQL products Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and produce concise documentation Knowledge of University Management Systems will be an added advantage Knowledge of crystal reports will be an added advantage JOB FUNCTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITIES: Administration of University Student Management ERP System as well as administration of decommissioned archive ERP system Extensive system report preparations. Some SQL scripting will be required Report building using Crystal reports as per user requirements Page 9 of 12

10 To ensure that all required application security measures (ERP access matrix) are maintained and laid down procedures followed for any system changes as required Investigate and diagnose complex system and network problems, working with users, other staff and suppliers as appropriate, escalating issues to higher levels of management as required In accordance with the agreed procedures, the post holder will monitor MIS systems/erp systems by regular scrutiny of reports from the applications software, systems software or service delivery staff. Note problems and identify performance trends Assist in the solving of business problems by providing detailed personal advice and guidance to all levels of users in the expert use of systems, products and services available to them; demonstrates ingenuity in applying knowledge to complex and non-standard situations To be the IT representative at various School and University Board of Examiners meetings To analyse system performance reports and carry out root cause analyses and recommend corrective/improvement action For all requests that cannot be directly resolved, provides an effective interface between users and service providers Uses judgment in applying guidelines for setting priorities for resolution, monitoring progress, and applying escalation procedures for problems not progressing satisfactorily. Handles all complaints efficiently and professionally Ensures all work is carried out and documented in accordance with required standards, methods and procedures To provide appropriate, effective, timely and accurate advice and guidance to customers (Staff and Students) about the use of available devices, systems, applications, peripherals and services To ensure the efficient use of the ICT Support Desk System by logging all support tickets in accordance with ICT Support Desk procedures To facilitate knowledge transfer to fellow team members in the use of and solutions to various hardware and software packages, faults and installations. This may include short training sessions or preparing technical documentation To comply with all ICT policies To maintain own professional development by ensuring awareness of developments within the profession through attendance at relevant training events, both in-service and externally, through additional research and the use of the latest technology To assist, inform users of their obligations regarding the use of University equipment & data security. To inform the user s Manager/s & relevant ICT Managers of misuse of University equipment The post requires regular and daily use of display screen equipment. Good maintenance of IT equipment will be necessary To occasionally work out of hours/weekends for projects or in case of IT emergencies To act as Escalation Point when immediate Manager is away Responsive to change and ideas; able to introduce and adapt to new systems Any other tasks as defined by your line Manager and appropriate to the grade of this post Page 10 of 12

11 INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The post holder is expected to: INTERNAL: EXTERNAL: Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and relevant legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies To maintain satisfactory personal performances and professional standards and to achieve agreed objectives for their role Attend mandatory training as identified by the University Participate in regular Performance Appraisals and to contribute to their own development and the development of any staff that they are responsible for appraising Maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders including those listed but this is not exclusive ICT Support team MIS Support Team Network Infrastructure Support Team Infrastructure Security Support Team VOIP/ Telephony Supervisor Web Support Teams Library and E-Learning Support Teams ICT Finance Teams ICT Director, ICT Managers, Staff and Students KENET KU Campuses IT Support Teams Suppliers External Consultants TERMS OF SERVICE: For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms. Tutorial Fellows are employed on one (1) year renewable contract to the maximum of three (3) years. The terms 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 address. Page 11 of 12

12 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 NAIROBI Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than, 28 th April, 2015 ENQUIRIES: For details related to job specifications and general requirements, kindly visit our website: Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Page 12 of 12