TThe Open University of Kenya (OUK) is a Public Specialised University chartered in 3rd August 2023 pursuant to Section 24(1)(b) of the Universities Act (No. 42 of 2012). The University is located approximately 70 Kms from Nairobi at Konza Technopolis, within Makueni County along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway.
The establishment of the Open University of Kenya reflects the Government’s commitment to fostering a knowledge-based society where education is a tool for personal advancement and national progress. The University is established on the philosophy of quality education, technology and accessibility that advocates for inclusivity, flexibility, openness, and innovation. The philosophy makes the institution unique in addressing the Government’s national strategic needs for skills development that will drive socio-economic growth.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation of administrative functions of the division, department, school, Unit or section.
- Taking minutes in various committees.
- Supervision of staff under them.
- Advice the head of department on all matters relating to the department.
- Assist in the setting and implementation of the departmental PC targets.
- Assist in the adherence to the Quality Management Standards (QMS) for the implementation of the performance management system of the department.
- Support planning and budgeting in the division, department, school, Unit or section.
- Any other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
For appointment to this grade, one MUST have:
Must Have
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized University.
- Be proficient in computer applications packages.
- Have one (1) year of relevant administrative experience.
- Certified Secretaries (CS) Level I will be an added advantage.
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the 2010 Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity upon successful appointment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
- All applications should be submitted with an Application Letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, list of publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership to professional associations or bodies and linkages, valid email addresses, telephone contacts, copies of certificates, National ID, and other testimonials; These shall be uploaded at the relevant attachment sections within the OUK recruitment portal.
- Applicants with degrees from foreign Universities MUST attach letter(s) of recognition from the Commission for University Education (CUE) as part of the application document.
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted and shall be required to ask three (3) of their referees to share references directly to the University using a system mechanism that shall be provided.
- Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya will be upheld and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Note that the Terms of Service will be either Permanent and Pensionable OR Contract, as shall be determined by the University Council.
Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, youths, persons living with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 2nd February, 2026.
All applications should be addressed to The Vice-Chancellor, Open University of Kenya, P.O. Box 2440-00606, Nairobi, Kenya and MUST be submitted online through the link provided at the University website and as per the instructions therein.
