KWUST Academic and Administrative Jobs in Kenya

Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology (KWUST)

Kiriri Women’s of Science and Technology is a women’s university of academic excellence in the scientific and technological formation and aims to promote the full and holistic development of the individual.

Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology (KWUST) aims at fostering international standards of excellence in teaching, learning and research.

Applications are invited to fill the following positions:

Academic Positions:

1. School of Computer and Information Technology
2. School of Business and Management
3. Faculty of Science (Mathematics)

Associate Professor

• Applicants must be Ph.D degree holders or its equivalent with a minimum of four (4) years at the Senior Lecturer level or at least eight (8) years of teaching and research experience since becoming Senior Lecturer/ research fellow. 
• Have five (5) publications in refereed journals or a book in the area of specialization since becoming Senior Lecturer. 
• The successful candidate will be expected to teach and carry out research.

Senior Lecturer

• Applicants must have completed a Ph.D degree or its equivalent from a recognized University. Have at least four (4) years teaching experience since becoming Lecturer / research fellow. 
• He/She should have at least four (4) publications in referred journals.
• The successful candidate will be expected to teach, supervise and carry out research.

Lecturer

• Applicants must be holders of a Ph.D degree or a Masters degree from a recognized University. 
• He/She should have at least two (2) years of University teaching or demonstrate comparable professional experience. 
• Demonstrate classroom skills as evidenced by student evaluation and peer reviews.
  Published at least two articles in refereed journal.
  Demonstrate ability to supervise students.

Assistant Lecturer

• Applicants must be holders of Masters degree from a recognized university. 
• Must have a first degree in a related field. Should demonstrate potential for University teaching and /or research. 
• At least one (1) year post qualification experience in teaching at university level will be an added advantage.

Administrative Positions:

Director of Centre

Have an overall responsibility of Direction, organization and administration of programmes of the center/campus; 

• Be able to coordinate student affairs including admission, orientation and discipline;
  Provide continuous planning in line with university’s strategic plan. 
• Be at least a holder of Masters degree preferably in Management/Administration. 
• At least five (5) years experience in an academic and management position.

Assistant Registrar

The Assistant Registrar is responsible for the management and supervision of the operations of the Admission and Registration, within the Registrar’s Office. 

• The Assistant Registrar is expected to handle multiple responsibilities and ensure that systems and processes meet strategic goals of the university.
• The role will involve an administrative capacity.
• The applicant should have a Masters Degree in a relevant area with a minimum of four years of working experience in a similar position.

Assistant Systems Librarian

The Assistant Systems Librarian will be expected to be familiar with library information systems, integrate all functions of the library through the Library Portal.

The librarian will assist users with access to e-books and e-journals. The successful candidate will have a degree in library science and preferably information technology skills.

Human Resource Officer/Administrator

The human resource officer`s responsibilities will entail processing of salaries; maintaining up to-date human resource information systems; facilitating recruitment; discipline and communication of decisions; ensuring the University is in compliance with all Government regulations including legal and statutory requirements. 

A Bachelors Degree in any of the Social Sciences from a recognized University; have a post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management; 

Have worked in the human resource management profession for a minimum period of four (4) years in a busy organization; Computer literate.

Assistant Computer Technician

The assistant computer technician will provide solutions to both the hardware and software of computers, undertake upgrades, manage the network, update databases, support the needs of all the users and report to the systems administrator. 

A diploma in Computer Science and a minimum of two years working experience;

Nurse

The applicant shall diagnose illnesses and disabilities, and ensure early detection and correction of health problems. 

• The applicant should have a current license to practice nursing; three (3) years experience as a professional registered nurse; 
• a degree/diploma in nursing.

Matron/Warden

• The successful candidate shall be responsible for student hostel management; taking rounds of the hostel; handling query and problem of the students and reporting the same to the management; 
• maintenance of discipline in the hostels; ensure cleanliness. 
• The applicant should have a diploma in a relevant field with at least two years experience in managing student’s hostel.

Credit Officer

The successful candidate will collect all due debts, make visits, and have an up to date and accurate record of all debtors. 

The candidate shall ensure regular and timely distribution of fee notes to student accounts: ensure collection of the unpaid dues; prepare reports of all collections made and outstanding balances. 

• A Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) or Bachelor of Business Administration with an Accounting option, ACCA or CPA(K). 
• Three (3) years working experience in debt management, finance or accounting work experience; computerized accounting is essential.

Head of Security

The Head of security shall oversee security operations for the University.

He/she shall enforce security policies to ensure a safe environment for the students, employees and visitors. 

• Responsibilities shall include risk management assessments, as well as ensuring compliance with the guidelines regarding emergency and security; 
• work in liaison with the police to assist investigations of accidents, thefts, and property loss;
  He/she shall be responsible for hiring, training, and coordinating work schedules of all security personnel to ensure a secure environment at all times. 
• The applicant must have a current certificate of good conduct; should have professional security training; five (5) years experience as head of security.

Cateress

The successful candidate will be responsible for food production; planning food and equipment requirements and maintaining proper health and sanitary standards to safeguard the health of students and staff. 

• The applicant should have a Diploma in Food Production from Kenya Utalii College or a recognized institution; 
• minimum three(3) years experience in a busy kitchen;
• Conversant with recipes creation and menu composition ideal for a University Cafeteria; creativity in Oriental and African dishes; 
• ability to work with minimum supervision;

Cook

The successful candidate shall prepare and cook a wide range of food items as per the University cafeteria menu. 

• The applicant should have a Diploma in Food production from Kenya Utalii College or a recognized institution; 
• minimum three (3) years cooking experience in a school, college and/or University; 
• conversant with recipes creation and menu composition ideal for a University Cafeteria.

Application

Interested applicants should submit two copies of application letters together with copies of CV, certificates and testimonials to the address given below, the names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be your present or previous employer and the application should be received by
Wednesday 17th July 2013.

The Office of the Vice Chancellor
Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology
P.O. BOX 49274-00100 Nairobi, Kenya