Career Opportunities at Mount Kenya University
Mount Kenya University (MKU) continues to strengthen its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and professional training across multiple disciplines. As one of the leading private universities in Kenya and the region, the institution plays a key role in developing highly skilled professionals who contribute to national and global development.
With campuses across the country and a strong reputation for quality education, MKU offers an environment that supports research, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. The university provides opportunities for talented educators and trainers who are passionate about teaching, mentorship, and shaping the next generation of professionals.
To support its growing academic and training programs, the university is currently inviting applications for several academic positions across different schools and campuses. These opportunities are ideal for professionals who want to contribute to higher education, training, and academic development.
Below are the available job opportunities and their respective job descriptions.
1. Full Time Trainer – Department of Nursing, Equip Africa Institute (3 Positions)
Institution: Mount Kenya University
School/Faculty: School of Nursing
Centre: Kitale Centre
Employment Type: Full-time
Number of Positions: 3
Job Description
The Full Time Trainer in the Department of Nursing at the Equip Africa Institute will be responsible for delivering high-quality training to nursing students while supporting the institute’s mission of producing competent healthcare professionals.
The role focuses on facilitating practical and theoretical learning experiences that prepare students for professional nursing practice. The trainer will work closely with academic teams to implement the nursing curriculum, guide learners through clinical training requirements, and ensure that training programs meet institutional and professional standards.
Key responsibilities include preparing and delivering training sessions, supporting students in practical skill development, and ensuring that learning objectives are achieved effectively. The trainer will also assist in evaluating student progress through assessments, practical demonstrations, and feedback mechanisms.
In addition, the position requires active participation in academic planning, training coordination, and collaboration with other faculty members to maintain high training standards. The trainer will contribute to continuous improvement of training programs while ensuring compliance with institutional and professional guidelines.
2. Tutorial Fellows – School of Law (Re-Advertisement)
Institution: Mount Kenya University
School/Faculty: School of Law
Campus: Thika
Employment Type: Academic
Job Description
The Tutorial Fellow in the School of Law will support teaching and academic activities within the faculty by assisting in the delivery of law courses and contributing to academic development initiatives.
The role focuses on supporting lecturers in delivering course content, guiding students during tutorials, and helping create an engaging academic learning environment. Tutorial Fellows play a key role in reinforcing classroom instruction by providing additional academic support and facilitating discussions that enhance student understanding of legal concepts.
Responsibilities include assisting in teaching sessions, preparing teaching materials, guiding students through coursework, and supporting academic research activities within the school. The role also involves mentoring students, helping them develop analytical and research skills required in legal education.
The Tutorial Fellow will also participate in departmental academic activities, support curriculum implementation, and contribute to the overall academic mission of the School of Law.
3. Tutorial Fellow (Physical Education) – School of Education (1 Position)
Institution: Mount Kenya University
School/Faculty: School of Education
Campus: Thika
Number of Positions: 1
Job Description
The Tutorial Fellow in Physical Education will support teaching and training activities within the School of Education. The role focuses on assisting in the delivery of physical education programs that prepare students for careers in teaching, sports education, and physical training.
The successful candidate will support academic staff in delivering course content, guiding students through practical and theoretical components of the program, and facilitating learning activities that promote physical education knowledge and skills.
Responsibilities include assisting with lectures, organizing practical sessions, supporting student learning activities, and participating in academic planning within the department. The Tutorial Fellow will also help evaluate student performance through assignments, practical assessments, and coursework review.
In addition, the role requires participation in departmental initiatives aimed at improving academic delivery and enhancing student engagement within physical education programs.
4. Tutorial Fellow (Software Engineering) – School of Computing & Informatics (1 Position)
Institution: Mount Kenya University
School/Faculty: School of Computing and Informatics
Campus: Thika
Number of Positions: 1
Job Description
The Tutorial Fellow in Software Engineering will support teaching and academic activities within the School of Computing and Informatics. The role focuses on assisting in the delivery of software engineering courses while supporting students in developing practical and theoretical computing skills.
The position requires working closely with lecturers to facilitate learning sessions, guide students through programming concepts, and support practical laboratory sessions. The Tutorial Fellow will assist students in understanding key software engineering principles, system development processes, and emerging technologies within the computing field.
Responsibilities include supporting classroom instruction, assisting with programming labs, preparing teaching materials, and guiding students through coursework and project work. The role also involves mentoring students and helping them develop problem-solving and analytical skills that are critical in software development.
The Tutorial Fellow will also participate in departmental academic initiatives, contribute to curriculum implementation, and support the university’s goal of producing highly skilled computing professionals.
