Mount Kenya University (MKU) has announced several employment opportunities across its campuses and specialized training centres in Kenya. The latest recruitment drive features management, healthcare, academic, maritime training, administration, and external examiner opportunities for qualified professionals seeking to advance their careers in one of Kenya’s leading private universities.
The vacancies are spread across the Thika, Kisii, and Malindi campuses, offering opportunities for experienced professionals as well as subject matter experts interested in part-time academic and professional training roles. These positions support the university’s continued commitment to providing quality education, professional training, student welfare services, and institutional excellence.
Candidates interested in working at Mount Kenya University are encouraged to review the available positions carefully and submit their applications before the respective deadlines. Below is a detailed overview of all the advertised vacancies.
Available Positions
- Clinical Officer – Thika Campus (One Position)
- Monitoring Assistant – Kisii ODeL Centre (One Position)
- Part-Time Trainer – Coxswain, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – ECDIS, ARPA and Radar, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – Marine Engineering, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Safety, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Security, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Transport and Logistics, Malindi Maritime Academy
- Part-Time Trainer – Nautical Science, Malindi Maritime Academy
- External Examiners
- Central Catering & Accommodation (CCAS) Manager – Thika Campus (One Position)
Position Details
1. Clinical Officer – Thika Campus (One Position)
School/Faculty: Student Welfare and Alumni
Campus: Thika
Application Deadline: 14 July 2026
The Clinical Officer will support the delivery of healthcare services to students and university staff at the Thika Campus medical facility. The role focuses on providing quality outpatient care, conducting clinical assessments, diagnosing and treating common illnesses, and promoting preventive healthcare within the university community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing clinical consultation and treatment services.
- Assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients according to professional standards.
- Maintaining accurate patient medical records.
- Supporting health promotion and preventive healthcare programmes.
- Referring patients requiring specialized care where necessary.
2. Monitoring Assistant – Kisii ODeL Centre (One Position)
School/Faculty: Central Administration
Campus: Kisii
Application Deadline: 25 July 2026
The Monitoring Assistant will support the university’s Open, Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) Centre by monitoring learning activities, ensuring smooth academic operations, and assisting in maintaining quality standards for distance education programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring academic and operational activities within the ODeL Centre.
- Supporting learners and academic staff during programme implementation.
- Preparing monitoring reports and maintaining operational records.
- Assisting in resolving routine administrative and learning challenges.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the centre.
3. Part-Time Trainer – Coxswain, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
The successful trainer will facilitate professional maritime training in Coxswain operations while ensuring learners acquire practical and theoretical competencies required within the maritime industry.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering training sessions in Coxswain operations.
- Preparing instructional materials and practical demonstrations.
- Assessing trainee performance and providing feedback.
- Supporting competency-based learning activities.
- Ensuring compliance with maritime training standards.
4. Part-Time Trainer – ECDIS, ARPA and Radar, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
This trainer will facilitate courses covering Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS), Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA), and Radar operations, equipping learners with modern navigation competencies.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering practical and classroom-based maritime navigation training.
- Demonstrating the use of ECDIS, ARPA, and Radar systems.
- Assessing learner competency through practical exercises.
- Supporting simulator-based learning activities.
- Maintaining professional maritime instructional standards.
5. Part-Time Trainer – Marine Engineering, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
The Marine Engineering trainer will deliver technical instruction covering marine engineering systems, maintenance practices, and operational procedures required within the maritime sector.
Key responsibilities include:
- Facilitating marine engineering training sessions.
- Conducting practical demonstrations and technical instruction.
- Assessing learner performance.
- Supporting laboratory and workshop learning activities.
- Promoting safe engineering practices throughout training.
6. Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Safety, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
The successful candidate will provide professional instruction on maritime safety procedures, emergency preparedness, and safe vessel operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching maritime safety principles and regulations.
- Conducting emergency response training exercises.
- Assessing practical safety competencies.
- Supporting compliance with maritime safety requirements.
- Promoting best safety practices throughout training programmes.
7. Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Security, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
The Maritime Security trainer will equip trainees with knowledge and practical skills related to maritime security operations, risk management, and compliance with international security standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering maritime security instruction.
- Facilitating practical security training exercises.
- Assessing trainee competence.
- Supporting implementation of maritime security standards.
- Preparing learning materials and evaluation reports.
8. Part-Time Trainer – Maritime Transport and Logistics, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Malindi
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
This role involves training learners in maritime transport systems, shipping operations, logistics management, and supply chain practices relevant to the maritime industry.
Key responsibilities include:
- Facilitating maritime transport and logistics courses.
- Delivering practical and theoretical instruction.
- Preparing training resources.
- Assessing learner performance.
- Supporting industry-focused professional development.
9. Part-Time Trainer – Nautical Science, Malindi Maritime Academy
School/Faculty: Centre for Professional Development Services
Campus: Thika
Application Deadline: 24 July 2026
The Nautical Science trainer will provide professional instruction in navigation, seamanship, vessel operations, and related maritime disciplines designed to prepare learners for careers within the maritime sector.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering Nautical Science training.
- Conducting navigation and seamanship practical sessions.
- Evaluating learner competency.
- Preparing teaching materials and assessments.
- Supporting quality maritime education and training.
10. External Examiners
School/Faculty: Registrar Office
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Mount Kenya University is seeking experienced professionals to serve as External Examiners across various academic programmes. The role supports the university’s commitment to maintaining academic quality, fairness, and integrity in assessment processes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing examination papers and marking schemes.
- Moderating assessments and academic results.
- Evaluating programme quality and assessment standards.
- Providing independent academic recommendations.
- Supporting continuous improvement of university programmes.
11. Central Catering & Accommodation (CCAS) Manager – Thika Campus (One Position)
School/Faculty: Student Welfare and Alumni
Campus: Thika
Application Deadline: 18 July 2026
The CCAS Manager will oversee the university’s catering and accommodation services to ensure efficient service delivery, effective resource management, and a positive student experience. The position involves planning, coordinating, supervising operations, and maintaining high standards across catering and accommodation facilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing catering and accommodation operations.
- Supervising service delivery and facility management.
- Coordinating staff and operational activities.
- Monitoring service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Supporting planning, budgeting, and continuous operational improvement.
Why Consider These Opportunities?
The advertised positions provide professionals with opportunities to contribute to higher education, healthcare, maritime training, student welfare, and academic quality assurance. Whether seeking a full-time management role, healthcare position, administrative opportunity, or part-time professional training assignment, these vacancies represent diverse career pathways within one of Kenya’s established private universities.
The recruitment also reflects Mount Kenya University’s continued investment in expanding professional education, maritime training, student support services, and academic excellence across its campuses.
Interested applicants should ensure they submit their applications before the stated deadlines, as each vacancy has its own closing date.
Application Deadlines Summary
- Clinical Officer – 14 July 2026
- CCAS Manager – 18 July 2026
- Part-Time Maritime Trainer Positions – 24 July 2026
- Monitoring Assistant – 25 July 2026
- External Examiners – 31 July 2026
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted through the official Mount Kenya University recruitment portal before the respective closing dates.
