FEBRUARY EXTERNAL ADVERT

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:(FOR MORE DETAILS, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE at http://jobs.uonbi.ac.ke
SENIOR LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF OPHTHALMOLOGY- 1 POST-AC/2/32/14
(R&T)
Applicants must be holders of a Master of Medicine degree in Ophthalmology or its equivalent from
a recognized university. They should have at least five (5) years teaching experience at both
undergraduate and post graduate degree levels and must have supervised at least three (3) Masters
Students to completion. They must have experience in research as evidenced by publications in
refereed journals. In addition, they should have at least four (4) publications in refereed journals or
two (2) publications in refereed journals and two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last
promotion. They should be registered with the Kenya Medical & Practitioners’ & Dentists’ Board.
The successful candidates will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake research in their areas of specialization
LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF KISWAHILI -1 POST-AC/2/33/15- (CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Kiswahili Literature or Kiswahili Linguistics from a
recognized university. Applicants who possess a Masters degree in the relevant area of specialization
and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD
degree in the relevant area will also be considered. They should have research experience, with at
least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show
evidence of continuing research activity.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also
participate in School’s activities.
LECTURER, SCHOOL OF LAW -1 POST-AC/2/34/15- (CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Law or its equivalent and a Masters degree in the
area of Disability Law from a recognized university. Applicants who possess a Masters degree in the
area of Disability Law and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are
registered for a PhD degree in the relevant area will also be considered. They should have research
experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books.
They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also
participate in School’s activities.
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LECTURER, INSTITUTE OF DIPLOMACY & INTERNATIONAL STUDIES -1 POSTAC/2/35/15- (CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in one of the following areas: - International Studies,
Diplomacy, International Conflict Management and International Law from a recognized university.
Applicants who possess a Masters degree in the relevant area of specialization and have at least three
(3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD degree in the relevant
area will also be considered. They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications
in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing
research activity.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also
participate in School’s activities.
LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRICS & CHILD HEALTH -1 POSTAC/2/36/15- (CHS)
Applicants must be holders of an MBChB or equivalent and a Masters degree in Paediatrics & Child
Health or an equivalent from a recognized university. They should have research experience, with at
least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show
evidence of continuing research activity. They should be specialist Paediatricians from the Kenya
Medical Practitioners’ & Dentists” Board and a valid practicing license. Those with subspecialization in the fields of Paediatric Haematology, Oncology, Neurology or Childe
Development, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Neonatology or Gastro- Enterology are encouraged to
apply. Those with teaching experience in a Paediatrics& Child Health related field will have an added
advantage.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also provide
clinical services at teaching hospitals of the UoN.
LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRICS DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS 1 POST-AC/2/37/15- (CHS)
Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree (MDS) in Paediatric Dentistry or an equivalent from
a recognized university. They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in
refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing
research activity. They should be registered or registrable by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ &
Dentists’ Board. They should show evidence of having registered for a PhD degree in Paediatric
Dentistry.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.
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TUTORIAL FELLOW- DEPARTMENT OF KISWAHILI -1 POST-AC/2/38/15- (CHSS)
Applicants should be holders of a Master degree in Kiswahili Linguistics or Kiswahili Literature.
They should show evidence of having registered for a PhD degree in the relevant area. Those
involved in research activities will have an added advantage,
The successful candidate will be expected to assist lecturers in the teaching of undergraduate and
postgraduate courses.
ASSISTANT DEAN OF STUDENTS – 2 POSTS- DEAN OF STUDENTS’ OFFICE
AC/2/39/15- (R&T)
Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology or its equivalent
qualification from a recognized University. They must have at least five years experience dealing
with youth especially in an institution of higher learning.
The successful candidates will assist the University’s Dean of Students in administration of students’
welfare services.
STUDENTS’ COUNSELLOR – 11 POSTS- DEAN OF STUDENTS’ OFFICEAC/2/40/15- (R&T)
Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology or its equivalent
qualification from a recognized University. They must have proof of having worked in an
institution of higher learning offering counseling and guidance, with at least ten years experience in
dealing with youth and must be members of a counseling professional body.
The successful candidates will be expected to counsel the University community in collaboration
with the Dean of Students, Students’ Welfare Authority and Special Students’ Advisor, University
Health Services among other interrelated departments.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT GRADE CD, ACADEMIC REGISTRAR’S OFFICE
- 1 POST – AD/2/41/15- (R&T)
Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s (at least lower 2nd class Hons.) degree from a
recognized university . They must be Computer literate. Applicants with at least four years’
administrative experience in handling admission issues, deferment of students, re- admission of
students and thorough knowledge of handling public address systems in an institution of higher
learning will have a definite advantage.
The successful candidate will be expected to service university committees among other duties.
Please note that the appointment is on a three year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement.
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ASSISTANT COMMITTEE CLERK GRADE AB- 1 POST- ADMINISTRATION
DIVISION- AD/2/42/15- (R&T)
Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and
Mathematics or equivalent, Certificate in Records Keeping or Office Management, KATC final or
ACNC or its equivalent and at least three (3) years of service as Records Clerk Grade IV. Applicants
with a Diploma in Archives & records Management will have an added advantage.
ASSISTANT SECRETARY GRADE A, CENTRE FOR TRANSLATION &
INTERPRETATION- 1 POST- AD/2/43/15- (CHSS)
Applicants should be holders of a KCSE Grade C or KCE Div. III or its equivalent qualification
with a Credit in English language. In addition they must have passed the following subjects offered
by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examining body:Business English II
Commerce II
Secretarial Duties II
Office Management III
Shorthand 80 wpm or Audio Typing III
Typewriting 50 wpm
They must be computer literate.
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement.
RECORDS CLERK GRADE IV IN THE FOLLOWING UNITS:1. ADMINISTRAION DEPARTMENT- 3 POSTS- AD/2/44/15- ( R&T)
2. SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS-1 POST- AD/2/45/15- (CBPS)
Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and
Mathematics or equivalent. They must have at least three (3) years experience as Clerk Grade III
and must have shown merit and ability in work performance and results
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement for those applying for those applying for the post in School of Mathematics.
RECORDS CLERK GRADE III- 3 POSTS- ADMINISTRATION DIVISIONAD/2/46/15- (R&T)
Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE D+ or KCE Div. III with credits in English and
Mathematics or equivalent and at least three (3) years experience in Grade II. Applicants who have
worked in an institution of higher learning in Grade II for at least five years will have an added
advantage.
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CLEANER GRADE II, DEPARTMENT OF FOOD SCIENCE, NUTRITION &
TECHNOLOGY- 3 POSTS – AD/2/47/15- (CAVS)
Applicants must be holders of at least a KCSE certificate or its equivalent. They must have at least
five years working experience in relevant offices. They must have a good school leaving certificate
and a good reference letter from current Section Head. They must be able to communicate fluently
in both English and Kiswahili languages. They must have served as Messenger / Cleaner grade I or
equivalent position for at least five (3) years in a Food Science and Human Nutrition Operations
Unit. They must have good public relations. They must be of high integrity, reliable, disciplined and
committed to work.
The successful candidate will be expected to show outstanding merit and work with minimum
supervision. They will also be expected to work during odd hours and also during weekends.
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement.
MESSENGER GRADE II IN THE FOLLOWING UNITS:1. CENTRE FOR TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION- 1 POST- AD/4/48/15- (CHSS)
2. ADMINISTRATION DIVISION- 4 POSTS- AD/2/49/15- ( R&T)
Applicants must be holders of at least a KCSE certificate or its equivalent. They must have at least
five years working experience in relevant offices. They must have a good school leaving certificate
and a good reference letter from current Section Head. They must be able to communicate fluently
in both English and Kiswahili languages. They must have served as Messenger / Cleaner grade I or
equivalent position for at least three (3) years. They must have good public relations. They must
have knowledge of the use of office equipments like photocopiers etc and must be of high integrity,
reliable, disciplined and committed to work.
The successful candidate will be expected to show outstanding merit and ability to handle highly
classified information and work with minimum supervision. They will also be expected to work
during odd hours and also during weekends.
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement for those applying in the Centre for Translation & Interpretation.
PROCUREMENT CLERK GRADE IV - (7) POSTS- SWA AD/2/50/15- ( SWA)
Applicants should be holders of at least KCSE Grade C or equivalent qualifications. They should
also hold an Advanced Storekeeping Certificate in Supplies Management or its equivalent from a
recognized institution. They should be computer literate and have at least three (3) years experience
in an institution of higher learning in a student’s welfare based unit.
Those who have served as Storeman Grade III for at three (3) years and possess a Certificate in
Purchasing and Supply from a recognized institution may be considered.
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual
agreement
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NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application
letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving
details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in.
Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting
documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and
salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference
codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHSS The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
SWA The Director, Students’ Welfare Authority , P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE
CONTACTED.
CLOSING DATE: Friday, March 6, 2015.
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