Join Mount Kenya University (MKU) and Build Your Career
Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified institution, renowned for its dynamic, holistic, and inclusive educational approach. As a proud member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa and the Association of Commonwealth Universities, MKU is committed to academic excellence and vocational training. The University operates its main campus in Thika, with satellite campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, and Meru. Additionally, MKU has Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres in key towns across Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland, and Uganda.
We invite applications for the following positions:
1. Counsellors (2 Positions)
- Campus: Eldoret Campus & School of Law (Parklands)
- School/Faculty: Student Welfare and Alumni
- Job Description: Provide professional counselling services to students to support their mental health and well-being. Coordinate student wellness programs and initiatives, and ensure the effective delivery of counselling support across campuses.
- Deadline: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
2. Tutorial Fellow – Animal Health (2 Positions)
- Campus: Nakuru Campus
- School/Faculty: School of Pure and Applied Sciences (SPAS)
- Job Description: Deliver quality teaching in Animal Health, mentor students, conduct research, and engage in community service as part of the University’s outreach programs.
- Deadline: Sunday, 19 January 2025
3. Tutorial Fellow (Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: School of Pharmacy
- Job Description: Facilitate learning and teaching in Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy, supervise students, contribute to curriculum development, and undertake research in the field.
- Deadline: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
4. Graduate Assistants – Clinical Medicine (3 Positions)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: School of Clinical Medicine
- Job Description: Assist in teaching, tutorial sessions, and clinical supervision of medical students. Provide administrative and technical support to the faculty.
- Deadline: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
5. Dental Laboratory Technologist (1 Position)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: Laboratory Technology
- Job Description: Manage and maintain the dental laboratory, support academic activities, and provide technical assistance to students and faculty in dental health programs.
- Deadline: Tuesday, 21 January 2025
6. Human Resource Officer (1 Position)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: Human Resources
- Job Description: Manage recruitment, training, performance management, and employee relations. Ensure HR policies and practices align with organizational goals.
- Deadline: Tuesday, 21 January 2025
7. Deputy Director Information Systems Audit (1 Position)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: Directorate of Internal Audit and Risk Management
- Job Description: Oversee the auditing of University information systems, identify risks, and ensure compliance with internal controls and best practices.
- Deadline: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
8. Internal Auditor (1 Position)
- Campus: Thika Campus
- School/Faculty: Directorate of Internal Audit and Risk Management
- Job Description: Conduct internal audits to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of University operations, provide recommendations for improvement, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Deadline: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
9. Admissions Officer (1 Position)
- Campus: Nairobi Centre, Equip Africa Institute
- School/Faculty: Directorate of Communications and Students Recruitment
- Job Description: Manage student admissions, process applications, and provide guidance to prospective students about programs and opportunities at the University.
- Deadline: Thursday, 30 January 2025
10. Centre Manager (1 Position)
- Campus: Malindi Centre, Equip Africa Institute
- School/Faculty: Central Administration
- Job Description: Oversee the operations of the Malindi Centre, manage staff and resources, and ensure the delivery of quality academic programs and student services.
- Deadline: Thursday, 30 January 2025
11. German Language Proficiency Training Consultant (1 Position)
- Campus: Mombasa Centre, Equip Africa Institute
- School/Faculty: Central Administration
- Job Description: Deliver German language training to students and professionals, design instructional materials, and evaluate learning outcomes.
- Deadline: Thursday, 30 January 2025
