Exciting Career Opportunities at Mount Kenya University (MKU)
Empowering Minds | Transforming Futures
Location: Thika Campus
Application Deadlines: July 8 & 12, 2025
Total Openings: 5
At Mount Kenya University (MKU), we are dedicated to delivering world-class education, innovative research, and impactful community engagement. Based at our expanding Thika Campus, we are currently seeking passionate, dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team. Below are the five exciting opportunities available:
1. Lecturers, Medical School (Full-Time)
School/Faculty: School of Medicine
Campus: Thika
Deadline: Saturday, 12 July 2025
Job Description:
We seek full-time lecturers for our School of Medicine to enhance our academic excellence through effective teaching, mentorship, and research contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct lectures and tutorials in clinical and basic medical sciences.
- Supervise student research and clinical practice.
- Participate in curriculum development and assessment planning.
- Contribute to scholarly research and publications.
- Provide academic advisement and mentorship.
- Engage in community health outreach and institutional committees.
- Stay current in the medical field and share knowledge in seminars and conferences.
2. E‑Content Digitalization Assistant (One Position)
School/Faculty: Open, Distance & Electronic Learning (ODEL)
Campus: Thika
Deadline: Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Job Description:
Join our ODEL team to support the transformation of academic content into engaging digital formats for our e-learning platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Convert academic materials into digital formats (e.g., video, PDF, HTML).
- Upload and format content on the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Edit multimedia content and ensure consistency with ODEL standards.
- Maintain organized digital repositories and backups.
- Assist in troubleshooting LMS-related issues.
3. E‑Content Instructional Designer (One Position)
School/Faculty: Open, Distance & Electronic Learning (ODEL)
Campus: Thika
Deadline: Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Job Description:
We are looking for an instructional designer experienced in creating interactive, effective online courses tailored for adult learners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop online modules based on sound instructional principles.
- Collaborate with faculty to convert traditional materials into engaging digital content.
- Create multimedia elements, assessment tools, and course templates.
- Train academic staff on digital pedagogy best practices.
- Review learner feedback and analytics to improve course delivery.
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance and accreditation standards.
4. Academic Coordinator (Internal Job Advertisement)
School/Faculty: Central Administration – Academic Affairs
Campus: Thika
Deadline: Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Job Description:
Reserved for current MKU staff, this internal role supports the Academic Affairs office with administrative and coordination duties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate course schedules, timetables, and student registrations.
- Liaise with faculty and departments on academic planning.
- Monitor academic records, examinations, and reporting.
- Support curriculum development, accreditation, and audits.
- Act as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration on academic issues.
- Prepare reports and documentation for academic boards and committees.
5. Manager, Professional Development – Equip Africa Institute (One Position)
School/Faculty: Central Administration – Equip Africa Institute
Campus: Thika
Deadline: Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Job Description:
Lead the design and delivery of professional development and CPD programs for our Equip Africa Institute, serving corporate clients, individuals, and regulatory bodies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage short courses, certificates, and CPD offerings.
- Identify market trends and design responsive training solutions.
- Build and manage industry, NGO, and regulatory partnerships.
- Oversee trainers, coordinators, and administrative staff.
- Monitor program quality, learner outcomes, and satisfaction.
- Lead marketing and outreach efforts to promote programs.
- Ensure alignment with national training and TVET quality standards.
- Prepare strategic and operational reports on program performance.
Why Join MKU?
At Mount Kenya University, we foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Our institutional values encourage continuous development, research-driven learning, and real-world impact. These roles offer rewarding opportunities to influence higher education and professional training in Kenya.
