Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Registrar, Accounts, Procurement, Admin, Secretarial Jobs at KU, Kenya

The University has created five (5) colleges to enhance efficiency ¡n service delivery.


The Colleges include the following:

  • College of Education and Life Long Learning
  • College of Arts and Social Sciences
  • College of Sciences and Engineering
  • College of Business and Economics
  • College of Health Sciences

The university wishes to fill the following posts in the office of the Principals of the said Colleges:

  • Deputy Registrar — Grade 14
  • Accountant II— Grade 11
  • Senior Accounts Assistant — Grade C/D
  • Procurement Assistant — Grade C/D
  • Administrative Assistant — Grade C/D
  • Secretary — Grade A/B

Deputy Registrar - Grade 14


Applicants must be holders of Masters degree in Social Sciences or MBA or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.


In addition they must have the following:

  • At least five (5) years administrative experience three (3) of which as Senior Assistant Registrar or equivalent in a busy organization preferably an institution of higher learning
  • Computer literate

Accountant II - Grade11


Applicants must be holders of Bachelor of Commerce degree and CPA (K) from a recognized institution.


In addition applicants must have the following:

  • At least five (5) years work experience three (3) of which as Assistant Accountant Grade E/F or equivalent in a busy organization preferably in an institution of higher learning.
  • Computer literate

Senior Accounts Assistant Grade C/D


Applicants must be holders of KCE Division Il/ KCSE Mean Grade C+ (plus) and above. They must also have CPA (K).


Those with B.com or equivalent will have added advantage.


In addition, the applicants must have the following:

  • At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy organization
  • Computer literate

Procurement Assistant - Grade C/D


Applicants should be holders of KCE division ll/KCSE mean grade C+ (plus). They should have Bachelors degree/Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.


In addition applicants must have the following:

  • At least three (3) years relevant work experience
  • Computer literate

Administrative Assistant - Grade C/D


Applicants must be holders of at least KCE division II/KCSE mean grade C+ (plus) and Bachelors degree from a recognized university. 


Candidates with additional qualification in Management, CPS or equivalent will have an added advantage.


In addition the candidate must have the following:

  • At least three (3) years relevant post qualification working experience in a busy organization preferably an institution of higher learning
  • Computer literate

Secretary Grade A/B


Applicants must be holders of KCE division III/KCSE mean grade C (plain) and above. 


They must also have a credit/Grade C (plain) and above in English.


In addition, applicants must have the following:

  • 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 experience in a busy organisation preferably an institution of higher learning

Terms of Service:


The terms of service includes a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance. Successful candidates will be offered two (2) year renewable performance based contract. 


Gratuity will be paid at the successful completion 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 Friday, 24th May 2013


Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer.


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