JOB VACANCY- ADVERTISEMENT (SEPTEMBER 2026)
South Eastern Kenya University has vacancies in the
following Academic Departments in the Division of Academics, Research And
Innovation :-
Check vacancies here: Open Job
Opportunities
1. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A
SALARY SCALE
a) Basic salary: KES. 154,739.00 p.m- KES 283,221.00 p.m
b) House allowance: KES. 58, 972.00 p.m
c) Commuter allowance: KES.13,000.00 p.m.
d) Leave Allowance: As provided by the University
e) Medical Cover: As provided by the University
a) Terms of Employment
The successful candidates will be engaged on Permanent and Pensionable terms
b) Job Specifications
The key duties and responsibilities entail:
1. Seeking and disserminating knowlwedge through research, publication,
teaching and supervision of students doing project research, grant seeking and
curriculum development so as to contribite to the mandate of the University.
2. Developing fundable research proposals that can attract grants from internal
and external donors.
3. Coordinating research in collaboration with local, regional and
international collaborators in order to tackle different issues in the society.
4. Desserminating research findings through publication of journals to share
findings and knowledge to the public.
5. Training, mentoring, supervising and evaluating students carrying out
research to ensure the quality of research submitted is of high standards.
6. Reviewing research proposals in the University to ensure they can attract
grants.
7. Providing consultancy services to solve community challenges and contribute
to development of society at large.
8. Acquiring patents from innovations to protect knowledge and and ensure
proper benefits to the innovators including the University.
9. Liaising with teaching, technical and administrative staff members to ensure
and monitor quality course delivery.
10. Developing adaptable teaching delivery models to ensure that learning is
effective and continuous.
11. Carrying out course assesment and examine students to test understanding of
learned concepts and allow progression from one level to another.
12. Identify required learning resource materials such as books to enhance
quality teaching.
13. Developing practical modules/manuals in line with developed curriculummto
enhance practical applications of learned concepts.
14. Initiate community participatory development projects and activities that
benefit the University as well as the community at large.
15. Showcasing innovations of the University during community exhibitions.
16. Establishing linkages and networks with external stakeholders that can fund
projects/research in the University.
17. Offering leadership in preparation of course outlines to ensure that the
relevant syllabus is covered.
18. Preparing course modules to ensure that teaching delivery is according to
the best practices in the market.
19. Supervising post graduate students when carrying out their research
projects and writing their thesis to ensure they come up with projects that can
attract grants.
20. Carrying out administrative duties in the relevant department or school and
ensure that everything runs smoothly.
21. Providing career guidance and counselling to students on matters that
relate to area of expertise.
22. Managing research funds from grants.
23. Helping in developing and coordinating income generating short courses and
training programmes.
2. LECTURER GRADE 6A
SALARY SCALE
a) Basic salary: KES. 121,928.00 p.m- KES 187,710.00 p.m
b) House allowance: KES. 55,286.00 p.m
c) Commuter allowance: KES.13,000.00 p.m.
d) Leave Allowance: As provided by the University
e) Medical Cover: As provided by the University
f) Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
a) Terms of employment
The successful candidates will be engaged on Permanent and Pensionable terms
b) Job Specifications
The key duties and responsibilities entail:
1. Seeking and deserminating knowledge through research, publications teaching
and supervision of students so as to contribute to the University manadate.
2. Developing original and innovative research to attract funding and provide
research opportunities for students’ supervision.
3. Producing scholarly publications, disserminating findings across the
University and globally for professional growth and raising the University’s
research ranking.
4. Promoting innovative approaches to learning and teaching across the
University and globally.
5. Developing and implementing research and innovation projects that provide
possible solutions to complex challenges facing the community.
6. Promoting the intergration of own research area with other research
interests within and as appropriate outside the school and faculty to provide
cross cutting solutions.
7. Attracting research funding on an individual and collaborative basis to fund
innovation and research.
8. Providing high quality postgraduate supervision to produce high quality and
relevant graduates attractive to the job market.
9. Devising innovative approaches approaches for teaching in order to improve
knowledge delivery.
10. Developing and reviewing curricula to ensure that there is proper transfer
of knowledge and skills for critical thinking and development of graduates
ready to meet the demands of the industry.
11. Conducting experiments and organize field trips, study tours and industrial
based learning in order to impart practical skills to help students meet market
demands.
12. Supervising teaching assistants and students, review course work including
the use of course evaluation forms to ensure and enhance quality of teaching.
13. Setting,marking and moderation of examinations in order to provide
constructive feedback to students to ensure that they have the required skills
for certification ready for the market.
14. Supervising the work of the students including practical sessions where appropriate,provide
advice on study skill and help students with learning problems to improve their
performance.
15. Identifying learning needs of students and define appropriate learning
objectives to ensure quality of teaching.
16. Challenging thinking by applying appropriate approaches, faster debate and
developing the ability of students to engage in critical discourse and rational
thinking.
17. Undertaking cosultancies with local and international organizations within
arears of expertise to enhance the image of the University.
18. Showcasing innovative products and ideas in conferences, forums, symposia
and community outreach programs to ensure adequate communication and
disserminatin to enhance the image of the University.
19. Establishing collaborative linkages and networks through communication,
collaboaration and perticipation for resource mobilization for the University.
20. Engaging with the community through traning, creation of awareness,
sensitization inorder to influence socio-economic development.
21. Presenting research findings and innovations at iternational conferences in
order to increase the visibility of the University and to influence
international policy environment for improvement of life.
22. Serving as volunteer at various level in the Society/Community service to
benefit the community through capacity building.
23. Contributing in the development of departmental budgets to ensure proper
and efficient use of resources.
24. Managing and supervising research project teams in order to deliver
innovative outputs that influence national and global practices and policies.
25. Participating in preparation of laboratory sessions and student trips.
26. Producig reports and publications as expected to account for the execution
of student and staff supervisory roles for the smooth running of the
University.
27. Participating in the development of teaching strategies to ensure higher
quality learning in the department and school levels.
28. Contributing to the management and administrative processes in the
University through participation in different committees of the department,
School and University.
29. Guiding and counselling students in order to provide psychosocial support
to enable them to improve on their performance, to instill professiuonal values
and build their confidence.
30. Using listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills to deal with
sensitive issues concerning students and provide support to foster mental
stability required for good performance.
31. Refering students to relevant alternative sources of assistance and
services as appropriate.
32. Responding to pedagogical and practical challenges for efficient running of
the department and institution.
33. Providing regular contact liaison with students to reach and provide
support.
34. Controlling and managging research budgets to ensure accountability of
llocated funds.
NB: PUBLICATION POINTS:
a. One university level scholarly book = 24 publication points;
b. Patented invention or innovation = 16 publications points;
c. One tertiary level scholarly book = 8 publication points;
d. One article in a refereed journal = 8 publication points;
e. Refereed learning modules = 6 publication points;
f. One chapter in a university level scholarly book = 6 publication points;
g. One reviewed conference paper = 4 publication points;
h. One secondary school level text book = 4 publication points;
i. Short communication in refereed journal = 4 publication points;
j. Consultancy and project reports = 4 publication points;
k. Refereed exhibitions and performances = 4 publication points;
l. One primary level primary book = 2 publication points;
m. Editorship of a book or conference proceedings = 2 publication points;
n. Scholarly presentations at conferences/workshops/seminars= 2 publication
points;
o. One non-reviewed conference paper = 2 publication points.
p. Book review published in refereed journals = 1publication point.
1. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY,
ANTHROPOLOGY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL
SCIENCES - REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/01/08/2026 (1POST) - RE-ADVERTISEMENT
SPECIALIZATION: Criminology And Social Justice
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this position the candidate must have:
i. An earned PhD in Criminology and Social Justice or
equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and
accredited University.
ii. Master’s degree qualification in Criminology and Social Justice or
equivalent degree qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelors degree in Criminology and Social Justice or equivalent degree
qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable)
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
2. POST OF LECTURER GRADE 6A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL,
CONSTRUCTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND
TECHNOLOGY - REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/02/08/2026 (1 POST) – RE-ADVERTISEMENT
SPECIALIZATION: Geotechnical/Structural Engineering
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this position, the candidate must have:
i. An earned PhD in Civil Engineering or equivalent degree qualification in the
relevant area from a recognized and accredited University.
ii. Be registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya and have a valid membership
certificate.
iii. Proficiency in computer applications.
iv. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on
Leadership and Integrity.
OR
i. A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent degree qualification in
the relevant area from a recognized and accredited University with at least
three (3) years in research/teaching/industry experience.
ii. A minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen
(16) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
iii. Be registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya and have a valid
membership certificate.
iv. Proficiency in computer applications
v. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on
Leadership and Integrity.
3. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE, WATER, ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL
RESOURCES - REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/03/08/2026 (1 POST)
SPECIALIZATION: Agricultural Economics
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this position, the candidate must have:
i. An earned PhD in Agricultural Economics or equivalent
degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited
University.
ii. Master’s degree qualification in Agricultural Economics or equivalent
degree qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelors degree in Agricultural Economics or equivalent degree
qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6a or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable)
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
4. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PRIVATE
LAW, SCHOOL OF LAW - REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/04/08/2026 (1 POST)
SPECIALIZATION: Private Law
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this position the candidate must have:
i. An earned PhD in Private Law or equivalent degree
qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited University.
ii. Master’s degree qualification in Private Law or equivalent degree
qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree qualification from a recognized and
accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Membership of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing and in possession
of a valid practicing certificate.
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
xi. Relevant experience in civil litigation, conveyancing, dispute resolution
or other private-law practice, will be an added advantage.
5. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT, SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES - REF:
SEKU/ADV/AC/05/08/2026 (1 POST)
SPECIALIZATION: Hospitality Management
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this position the candidate must have:
i. An earned PhD in Hospitality Management or equivalent
degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited
University.
ii. Master’s degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent degree
qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent degree
qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable)
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
6. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
HEALTH, SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES - REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/06/08/2026 (1 POST)
SPECIALIZATION: Epidemiology & Statistics Specialization
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
i. An earned PhD in Epidemiology, Public Health or equivalent degree
qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited University.
ii. Master’s degree qualification in Epidemiology, Public Health or equivalent
degree qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelors degree in Public Health or equivalent degree qualification from
a recognized and accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable)
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
7. SENIOR LECTURER GRADE 5A IN THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/07/08/2026 (1 POST)
SPECIALIZATION: Community Health Nursing
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
i. An earned PhD in Nursing or equivalent degree
qualification preferably in Community Health Nursing from a recognized and
accredited University.
ii. Master’s degree qualification in Nursing or equivalent degree qualification
from a recognized and accredited University.
iii. Bachelors degree in Nursing or equivalent degree qualification from a
recognized and accredited University.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a
Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
v. A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent,
of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
vi. Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a
Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
vii. Registered with Nursing Council of Kenya
viii. Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A
or its equivalent.
ix. In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a
specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
x. Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and
Integrity (2010).
All applications should be clearly marked with the reference
number of the advertised position and submitted as follows:
1. Interested applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES
of Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and
professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and
salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic &
Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials, to the address
below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the envelope.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Corporate Services
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. BOX 170-90200
KITUI.
2. All applications should be sent to the above address by Tuesday, 29th
September, 2026.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
4. SEKU is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates as well as
persons living with disabilities, people from marginalized groups and minority
groups are encouraged to apply.
Cc: NCPWD
Job Vacancies (February 2026) at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU)
Job Vacancies (February 2026) – (SEKU)
- Location: Kitui,
Kenya
- Division: Corporate
Services
- Terms: 1-Year
Renewable Contract
- Application
Deadline: 6th March 2026
South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) invites qualified and
competent applicants to fill the following positions within the Division of
Corporate Services:
1. Driver – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/1/2/2026
Positions: 2
Key Responsibilities:
- Driving
assigned vehicles/plant
- Ensuring
vehicle safety and security
- Maintaining
work tickets and service schedules
- Updating
insurance and licenses
Minimum Requirements:
- KCSE D
Plain or equivalent
- 4
years’ relevant experience
- Driving
License A, B, C, E & PSV
- Certificate
of Good Conduct
- Computer
literacy
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
2. Plant Operator – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/2/2/2026
Positions: 1
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating
heavy plant equipment (Class B & C)
- Preparing
service schedules
- Supervising
plant operators and attendants
- Maintaining
work tickets and plant records
Minimum Requirements:
- 4
years’ experience
- Valid
Driving License BCED & H
- Suitability
Test for Plant Operators Grade II
- Defensive
Driving Certificate
- First
Aid Certificate
- Computer
literacy
- Certificate
of Good Conduct
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
3. Senior Security Assistant – SEKU Grade 10 (Former
Grade 6)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/3/2/2026
Positions: 1
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting
patrols and spot checks
- Supervising
security guards
- Managing
gate passes and visitor badges
- Maintaining
Occurrence Book
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma
in Criminology/Social Order or equivalent
- 4
years’ relevant experience (or Sergeant rank in KPS/KDF)
- At
least 30 years of age
- Computer
proficiency (ERP)
- Certificate
of Good Conduct
4. Security Officer – SEKU Grade 8 (Former Grade 9)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/4/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Criminology/Social Order or equivalent
- 4
years’ relevant experience
- At
least 30 years of age
- Computer
proficiency (ERP)
- Certificate
of Good Conduct
5. Assistant Internal Auditor – SEKU Grade 9 (Former
Grade 7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/5/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor
of Commerce (Accounting option) or equivalent
- Computer
literacy (Accounting packages & ERP)
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
6. Internal Auditor – SEKU Grade 8 (Former Grade 9)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/6/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Finance/Accounting
- CPA
(II) or equivalent
- 4
years’ experience
- ERP
knowledge
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
7. Assistant ICT Officer – SEKU Grade 9 (Former Grade 7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/7/2/2026
Positions: 1
Deployment Areas:
- Business
Applications
- Database
Administration
- Infrastructure
& Support
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in IT/Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field
- CCNA
certification
- MCSE
certification
- Programming
& database skills
- Membership
to Computer Society of Kenya
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
8. Custodian – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/8/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant
Certificate (minimum 1 month course)
- KCSE
D Plain
- 4
years’ experience
- Computer
literacy
- OR
Certificate in Criminology/Social Work
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
9. Administrative Assistant – SEKU Grade 9 (Former Grade
7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/9/2/2026
Positions: 2
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
Degree
- Member
of relevant professional body (where applicable)
- Knowledge
of relevant legislation
- Computer
proficiency
- Meet
Chapter Six requirements
Application Procedure
Interested applicants must:
- Submit THREE
(3) hard copies of:
- Application
letter
- CV
(including age, experience, current post & salary, contacts)
- Academic
& Professional Certificates
- Testimonials
Address to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Corporate Services
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. Box 170-90200
Kitui, Kenya
- Send
a mandatory scanned PDF copy (one running document) to: recruitment04@seku.ac.ke Subject
Line: Indicate Job Applied For
- Ensure
applications are received by: Friday, 6th March 2026
South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) Job Vacancies – September 2025
South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) is inviting qualified
and experienced professionals to apply for academic and administrative
positions in the Division of Academics, Research & Innovation and
the Division of Corporate Services.
Academic Positions
1. Academic Registrar – Grade 3 (1 Post)
- Ref:
SEKU/ADV/AC/1/08/2025
- Terms:
Contract
- Requirements:
PhD, 15 years’ experience (4 at senior level), ERP proficiency, Chapter
Six compliance.
2. Senior Lecturer – Grade 5A (1 Post)
- Ref:
SEKU/ADV/AC/8/08/2025
- Specialization:
Criminology & Social Justice
- Terms:
Permanent & Pensionable
- Requirements:
PhD, 3+ years teaching/6 years research, 32 publication points,
postgraduate supervision, research funding.
3. Lecturers – Grade 6A (Multiple Posts)
- Terms:
Permanent & Pensionable
- Salary:
KES 121,928 – 187,710 p.m. + Allowances
- Ref:
SEKU/ADV/AC/2–16/08/2025
- Specializations
include:
- Nursing
Sciences (Medical Surgical Nursing)
- Medical
Laboratory Sciences (Hematology, Microbiology/Parasitology)
- Law
(Public, Private, Commercial)
- Criminology
& Social Justice, Social Work, Educational Psychology
- Project
Planning & Management
- Civil,
Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering (various specializations)
Corporate Services Positions
1. Sports Officer – Grade 8 (1 Post, Re-advertised)
- Ref:
SEKU/ADV/AD/17/08/2025
- Terms:
Permanent & Pensionable
- Requirements:
Bachelor’s in Physical Education, 4 years’ experience, sports coaching
skills, Chapter Six compliance.
2. Senior Administrative Assistant – Grade 8 (1 Post)
- Ref:
SEKU/ADV/AD/2/06/2025
- Terms:
Permanent & Pensionable
- Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree, professional membership (where applicable), computer
proficiency, Chapter Six compliance.
A. DIVISION OF CORPORATE SERVICES
1. POST OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT GRADE 9 (FORMERLY GRADE 7) – REF: SEKU/ADV/AD/1/7/2025 – 1 POSITION
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 6 months renewable contract
- Job specification
The duties and responsibilities shall entail assisting in:
- Documenting
and ensuring proper record keeping for events, activities and operations
in in respective Divisions/Schools/ Departments/Sections.
- Collecting,
compiling and analyzing of data.
- Ensuring
general cleanliness in offices and meeting rooms.
- Maintaining
records of University assets in respective areas.
- Overseeing
telephone and registry services in respective Divisions/Schools/
Departments/Sections.
- Drafting
reports and briefs.
- Drafting
of budgets and procurement plans.
- Making
requisitions for office stationery, equipment and furniture and other
required materials.
- Ensuring
security of records, stationery, office equipment furniture etc.
- Coordinating
transport and logistics for in respective Divisions/Schools/
Departments/Sections.
- Offering
secretariat services to university committees.
b. Person Specification
For appointment to this grade a candidate must:
- Have Bachelors
Degree or equivalent from an accredited and recognized university.
- Be a
Member of a recognized professional body (where applicable).
- Have
knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Have
proficiency in computer applications.
- Satisfy
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) on
Leadership and Integrity.
2. POST OF ASSISTANT COUNSELING OFFICER GRADE 9 (FORMERLY GRADE 7) – REF: SEKU/ADV/AD/2/7/2025 – 1 POSITION – WOTE CAMPUS
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 6 months renewable contract
- Job specification
The duties and responsibilities entail assisting in:
- Handling
students’ issues concerning their social life by offering guidance and
counselling in order to correct their undesirable behaviors.
- Conducting
guidance and counselling sessions in order to address arising social
issues such as misuse of drugs as a preventive measure and stopping
further addiction to drugs.
- Organizing
talks for students in areas already identified as need areas through
sourcing for relevant speakers to address and offer public lectures to
students so as to equip them with the relevant knowledge and information
for more informed decisions.
- Maintaining
consistent follow-up with the students in order to see to it that the
positive change in behavior obtained is sustained and factors that would
lead to re-occurrence of the helped issue are dealt with.
- Referring
students who require specific attention to the appropriate service
provider such as drug addicts who require rehabilitation services so as to
exhaustively assist the students recover from the maladjustment.
- Providing
spiritual guidance to students.
b. Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, one must:
- Must
possess Bachelor Degree in Counselling, Social Sciences, Education or its
equivalent from an accredited and recognized university.
- Be a
member of a counsellors’ body such as Kenya Counselors and Psychologists
Association or Kenya Universities Psychologists and Counsellors
Association.
- Have
professional/discipline specific knowledge of theory and techniques in a
specialized field, or knowledge of a number of fields acquired through
tertiary education and /or considerable experience.
- Be
computer proficient and conversant with use of an ERP system.
- Satisfy
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership
and Integrity upon successful appointment.
3. POST OF PRINCIPAL CLERICAL OFFICER Grade 11 (FORMERLY GRADE 5) – REF: SEKU/ADV/AD/3/7/2025 – 1 POSITION
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 6 months renewable contract
- Job
Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
- Verifying
compiled statistical records for accuracy;
- Processing
of human resource records and accounting transaction;
- Maintaining
efficient filing system;
- Safe
custody of invoices, receipts, vouchers and related records;
- Processing
appointments, promotions, discipline cases, transfers and other related
duties in human resource management;
- Preparing
payment vouchers;
- Computing
financial or statistical records based on routine or special sources of
information;
- Drafting
routine correspondences;
- Drafting
indents for advertisement;
- Assisting
Administrative officers/Assistnts in matters clerical work; and
- Mentoring
and guiding other junior clerical officers.
b. Person Specifications
For appointment to this
grade, an officer must:
- Have a
Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management,
Supply Management, Records Management, Business Administration or Kenya
Accountants and Technicians Certificate (KATC), Intermediate level of
Kenya Administration and Management Examination (KAME), offered by Kenya
Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB) or an
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- KCSE D
Plus or equivalent from a recognized institution
- Have
at least eight (8) years relevant working experience;
- Be of
proven integrity, transparency and accountability;
- Be
Proficient in computer applications.;
- Have
demonstrated professional competence in discharging the Clerical work; and
- Meet
the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) on
Leadership and Integrity upon successful appointment.
How To Apply
- Interested
applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES of
application letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and
professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post
and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic
& Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials to the
address below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the
envelope.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor,
Corporate Services
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. BOX 170-90200,
KITUI.
- A MANDATORY electronically
scanned copy of the application in PDF format (as one running document) to
be sent to recruitment04@seku.ac.ke by Friday,
8th August, 2025. INDICATE THE JOB APPLIED FOR ON THE
SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
- All
applications should be sent to the above address by Friday, 8th August,
2025.
- Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- SEKU is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.