The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton has announced new job vacancies for qualified and committed professionals seeking employment opportunities in Kenya’s higher education sector.
The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton (UEAB) is a chartered Seventh-day Adventist institution of higher learning established in 1978. Located in Baraton, Nandi County, the university sits approximately 50 kilometres from Eldoret City, 35 kilometres from Eldoret International Airport, and about 15 kilometres from Kapsabet Town. Over the years, UEAB has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, service, leadership development, and faith-based education.
The institution is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following full-time positions:
- Director of Human Resource Administration
- Administrative Secretary
These opportunities are ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in university administration while contributing to a mission-driven institution dedicated to integrity, professionalism, and service.
1. Director of Human Resource Administration
Job Summary
The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton is seeking to recruit a Director of Human Resource Administration who will serve as an administrative assistant to the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance, Planning, and Administration.
This role is central to the university’s people management function and will support the institution in building an effective workforce through strategic human resource planning, policy development, employee welfare management, and staff performance support.
Job Details
- Position: Director of Human Resource Administration
- Job Classification: Full-time
- Number of Positions: One (1)
- Reporting To: Deputy Vice Chancellor – Finance, Planning and Administration
- Application Deadline: Monday, 8 June 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of Human Resource Administration shall be responsible for:
- Overseeing the recruitment process for academic and administrative staff, including job description development, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
- Developing and implementing human resource policies and strategies that promote teamwork and efficient service delivery across academic and non-academic departments.
- Managing payroll administration, salary structures, staff benefits, and employee welfare programmes.
- Handling employee disputes, grievances, and disciplinary processes while ensuring compliance with labour and employment laws.
- Implementing performance appraisal systems and identifying training needs to support staff development and productivity.
- Developing, interpreting, and implementing human resource policies while maintaining accurate and confidential employee records.
- Partnering with university management to forecast staffing requirements and align workforce strategies with institutional objectives.
- Addressing human resource matters affecting academic staff, including tenure-track processes and research-related compliance issues.
- Promoting a positive and supportive work environment for a diverse workforce.
- Managing employee service records, staff rights, benefits, complaints, resignations, terminations, and retirement processes.
- Ensuring occupational safety, employee wellness, and healthy workplace standards are maintained.
- Carrying out any other responsibilities assigned by the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance, Planning, and Administration.
Qualifications
Applicants are required to have:
- A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
- A professional qualification in Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) will be an added advantage.
- At least five (5) years of experience as a Human Resource professional practitioner.
- Experience in Church HRM systems and policies will be an added advantage.
Terms of Service
- The successful candidate shall hold office for a term of three (3) years.
- The appointment is renewable based on performance.
2. Administrative Secretary
Job Summary
The university is also hiring an Administrative Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support within the assigned office.
This position plays an important role in supporting daily office operations, records management, communication, scheduling, and professional service delivery to staff, students, and stakeholders.
Job Details
- Position: Administrative Secretary
- Job Classification: Full-time
- Number of Positions: One (1)
- Reporting To: Supervisor
- Application Deadline: Monday, 8 June 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The Administrative Secretary will be expected to:
- Perform administrative and other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Carry out typing, data entry, information processing, and preparation of office documents to support decision-making and efficient operations.
- Maintain office records and sensitive information while ensuring safe custody and accessibility when needed.
- Respond to emails and queries and communicate administrative matters on behalf of the supervisor to staff, students, and other stakeholders.
- Support the supervisor in implementing and coordinating administrative functions and office operations.
- Provide professional office support services to students, employees, and other stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, committee minutes, and official documentation according to professional standards.
- Manage the supervisor’s itinerary, appointments, and reminders on upcoming meetings and activities.
- Coordinate office services, activities, and operational processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
- Perform any additional duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements for Appointment
Candidates applying for the Administrative Secretary position must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Office Administration, Office Management, English, Communication, or equivalent qualification from a recognized university with at least Second Class Upper Division or equivalent.
- At least three (3) years of relevant experience in administrative and secretarial duties including:
- Office management
- Records management
- Preparation of reports and correspondence
- Scheduling and office coordination
- KCSE mean grade of at least C+ or equivalent qualification.
- CPS (K) Final or related professional secretarial qualification will be an added advantage.
- Computer typing speed of at least 50 words per minute.
- Ability to write using shorthand.
- Proficiency in:
- Microsoft Word
- LaTeX
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- E-Learning systems
- Internet applications
How to Apply
Applicants interested in either of the advertised positions should submit their application as one merged PDF document containing:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae indicating telephone number, email address, and salary expectation
- Academic certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Testimonials
- Copy of National ID
- Letters of recommendation from three professional referees, including a recommendation letter from the applicant’s church pastor with contact information
Application Address – Director of Human Resource Administration
Applications should be addressed to:
The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance, Planning and Administration
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
P.O. Box 2500 – 30100
Eldoret, Kenya
Application Address – Administrative Secretary
Applications should be addressed to:
The Director of Human Resource Administration
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton (UEAB)
P.O. Box 2500 – 30100
Eldoret, Kenya
Submission Method
Applications may be submitted:
- Physically to the university offices; or
- Via email to:
[email protected]
Cc: [email protected]
Application Deadline
All applications must reach the university on or before Monday, 8 June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Eastern Africa, Baraton is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, professionalism, diversity, and excellence in service. Qualified applicants who are passionate about contributing to a faith-based higher learning institution are encouraged to apply.
For professionals looking to build a meaningful career within university administration in Kenya, these vacancies present an opportunity to join one of the region’s respected institutions of higher learning.
