K. U. :: Massive Recruitment of Professors, Lecturers,Tutorial Fellows and Technicians

Kenyatta University Career Opportunities in a Fast Growing Institution
 

Kenyatta University seeks to recruit competent and dedicated applicants to fill up the following positions:
 

1. School of Applied Human Sciences
 

Department of Recreation Management and Exercise Science
 

i. Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
• At least twelve (12) years of university teaching, five (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor
• Successful supervision of at least four (4) Master students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed as Associate Professor
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops

ii. Associate Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer
• Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops

iii. Senior Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science 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 as Lecturer
• Successful supervision of at least (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 learning conferences, seminars or workshops

iv. Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
• University teaching experience

v. Tutorial Fellow
 

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
• Willing to register for PhD Degree

2. School of Applied Human Sciences
 

Department of Physical and Health Education
 

Areas of Specialization:

• Physical and Health Education
• Recreation Management
• Exercise and Sports Science

i. Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
• At least twelve (12) years of University teaching at Lecturer level, (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
• Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as an Associate Professor
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as an Associate Professor
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops

ii. Associate Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years of University teaching, four (4) of which as full-time Senior Lecturer
• Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops

iii. Senior Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in the relevant field 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

iv. Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
• University teaching experience

v. Tutorial Fellow
 

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
• Willing to register for PhD Degree

3. School of Visual and Performing Arts
 

Department of Music and Dance
 

i. Full-Time Studio Technician and Instructor
 

Qualifications:

• KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above
• Diploma in Music Technology / Sound Engineering or equivalent
• At least two (2) years relevant work experience as a performing Musician or a Studio Technician, one (1) of which in a recording Studio
• Experience with Macintosh Operational Systems and conversant with Studio Programmes including Pro – tools, Logic Pro, Garage Band and Fruity Loops
• Instructional knowledge in:

1. Music recording concert production and staging
2. Computing and sequencing techniques
3. Music and multimedia
4. Music Technology courses

4. School of Pure and Applied Sciences
 

Department Of Plant Sciences
 

Campus:

• Main
• Mombasa
• Kitui

i. Senior Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
• At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer, OR for those from Research Institutions four (4) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
• At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Lecturer
• Successful supervision of at least (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 learning conferences, seminars or workshops

ii. Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
• At least three (3) years university teaching experience

iii. Tutorial Fellow
 

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
• Registered for PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology

5. School of Education
 

Department of Library and Information Science
 

I. Tutorial Fellow
 

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or Records and Archives Management from a recognized university
• Experience of teaching Library Science or Records and Archives Management at university level
• Must be computer literate
• Ready to undertake PhD program
• Able to teach one of the following thematic areas:

1. Information organization and retrieval studies
2. Archives and records technology
3. Information management and user studies
4. Justice information systems
5. Information Technology

6. School of Engineering and Technology
 

Department of Civil Engineering
 

Areas of Specialization:

• Structural Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Water Resources Engineering
• Public/Environmental Health Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering

i. Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
• At least twelve (12) years of university teaching at Lecturer level, (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
• Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as an Associate Professor
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as an Associate Professor
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as a Professional or Consulting Engineer

ii. Associate Professor
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as full-time Senior Lecturer
• Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer
• At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
• Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as a Professional or Consulting Engineer

iii. Senior Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field 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
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) preferably as a Professional Engineer

iv. Lecturer
 

Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
• OR Masters and Bachelors Degree in the above mentioned area
• Full-time university teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow or as an Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) minimum as a Graduate Engineer

v. Tutorial Fellow
 

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
• Bachelors Degree in the above mentioned area
• Willing to pursue a PhD Degree
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) minimum as a Graduate Engineer

vi. Senior Technician - Grade E/F
 

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
• At least five (5) years of practical relevant work experience as a Technician in a university or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
• Knowledge of computer application including CAD will be an added advantage

The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical / laboratory classes and research projects for both undergraduate and post graduate students under guidance of academic members of staff in their respective departments.

Registration by a recognized professional Engineering body as a Technician will be an added advantage.

vii. Technician - Grade C/D
 

Qualifications:

• KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized institution of higher learning.
• At least three (3) years of work experience as a Technician in an academic or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
• Knowledge of computer applications including CAD will be an added advantage

The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical / laboratory exercise for undergraduate and post graduate students.

Registration by a recognized professional Engineering body as a Technician engineer will be an added advantage.

viii. Technician - Grade A/B
 

Qualifications:

• KCE Division III/KCSE Grade C (Plain) and above
• Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field from a reputable institution of higher learning
• At least two (2) years relevant work experience in an academic or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
• Successful candidates should be able to operate and maintain laboratory/practical and research work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and computer literacy will be an added advantage.

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 applicants should provide 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, Thursday, 11th February 2016

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

College Graduates for Shop Attendants and Cashier Vacancies (15 Vacancies)

College Graduates for Shop Attendants and Cashier Vacancies (15 Vacancies)

Solar kiosk is looking to hire fresh college graduates to fill in the position of shop attendants and cashier.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operate (sell goods and services), manage, promote and uphold business name
• Ensure shop is clean, neat, safe, secure and well maintained.
• Be sole proprietor of the stock/inventory in the shop at all times
• Meet sales targets for the shop.
• Market the shop and it’s products
• Always remit cash from goods sold.
• Always use the POS in selling to ensure immediate and quick reporting to head office.
• Always have an assistant
• Always maintain prices of goods and services as prescribed by the company.
• Assist on conducting research for both product and market needs
• Always communicate to management
• Train the Assistants and Sales Agents
• Uphold integrity at all times and compliant to rules, processes and regulations of the company

Educational and Professional Requirements

• College/University graduate in business related studies.
• Experience in sales and marketing is an added advantage
• Must have sales and marketing skills and able to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English and Swahili.
• Proficient with standard office software (incl. MS Word and MS Excel or equivalent).
• Should be willing to work with the rural communities in Narok, Kajiado and Machakos.
• Should be willing to work on bonus and commission basis

If your qualifications match the above profile, you can identify with our vision and you are excited about this challenging position, we look forward to receiving your application on kenya.jobs@solarkiosk.eu by 10th February 2016. 

Teachers

We are a private secondary school in Utawala, Nairobi, that was established in 2003. 

We require qualified teachers to teach a combination of at least two of the following subjects under the 8-4-4 curriculum: Chemistry / Physics or Chemistry / Mathematics.

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor of Education (BEd.) degree from any recognized university. 

Holders of other degrees with a post-graduate diploma in education will also be considered.

Qualified candidates are requested to send their CVs and application letters to ruaiveld@hotmail.com on or before 5th February 2016. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Technician

Hashi Energy is a leading regional energy company with presence in seven countries and with a vision to be the leader in energy solutions for Africa. 

We seek to recruit a dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the position of Technician. 

The position is based in Nairobi.

Main Purpose of the Job: Responsible for maintenance duties in Nairobi depot and facilities around Nairobi.

Key responsibilities include:-

• Ensure all equipment at the depot is of the highest standard of maintenance and running smoothly.
• Ensure that critical equipment( fire fighting systems, ESD, high level alarms, fire engines , generators, loading pump, loading arm, LPG Solenoid heads, LPG Cylinder adaptors, etc.) are always tested and in a working condition.
• Ensure no work is carried out in the operating areas without a valid work permit.
• Implements inspection and maintenance schedules for all equipment in the various installations.
• Implement preventive measures and controls to minimize inventory risks.
• Inspects facilities and equipment for security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure that maintenance costs are minimal.

Knowledge, skills & experience requirements:-

• Diploma in electrical engineering
• One year in a busy engineering department

If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications described; send your application and detailed CV(with details of at least 3 referees and indicating your current and expected salary) to reach us on or before Sunday 7th February 2016 by email to: hr@hashienergy.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Hashi Energy is an equal opportunity employer and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best practice, diversity and equality.