Kiriri
Women’s University of Science and Technology (KWUST)
Kiriri Women’s of Science and Technology is a women’s university of academic excellence in the scientific and technological formation and aims to promote the full and holistic development of the individual.
Applications are invited to fill the following positions:
Academic Positions:
- School of
Computer and Information Technology
- School of
Business and Management
- Faculty of
Science (Mathematics)
Associate Professor
- Applicants must
be Ph.D degree holders or its equivalent with a minimum of four (4) years
at the Senior Lecturer level or at least eight (8) years of teaching and
research experience since becoming Senior Lecturer/ research fellow.
- Have five (5)
publications in refereed journals or a book in the area of specialization
since becoming Senior Lecturer.
- The successful
candidate will be expected to teach and carry out research.
Senior Lecturer
- Applicants must
have completed a Ph.D degree or its equivalent from a recognized
University. Have at least four (4) years teaching experience since
becoming Lecturer / research fellow.
- He/She should
have at least four (4) publications in referred journals.
- The successful
candidate will be expected to teach, supervise and carry out research.
Lecturer
- Applicants must
be holders of a Ph.D degree or a Masters degree from a recognized
University.
- He/She should
have at least two (2) years of University teaching or demonstrate
comparable professional experience.
- Demonstrate
classroom skills as evidenced by student evaluation and peer reviews.
Published at least two articles in refereed journal.
Demonstrate ability to supervise students.
Assistant Lecturer
- Applicants must
be holders of Masters degree from a recognized university.
- Must have a
first degree in a related field. Should demonstrate potential for
University teaching and /or research.
- At least one (1)
year post qualification experience in teaching at university level will be
an added advantage.
Administrative
Positions:
Director of Centre
Have an overall responsibility of Direction, organization and administration of programmes of the center/campus;
- Be able to
coordinate student affairs including admission, orientation and
discipline;
Provide continuous planning in line with university’s strategic plan. - Be at least a
holder of Masters degree preferably in Management/Administration.
- At least five
(5) years experience in an academic and management position.
Assistant Registrar
The Assistant Registrar is responsible for the management and supervision of the operations of the Admission and Registration, within the Registrar’s Office.
- The Assistant
Registrar is expected to handle multiple responsibilities and ensure that
systems and processes meet strategic goals of the university.
- The role will
involve an administrative capacity.
- The applicant
should have a Masters Degree in a relevant area with a minimum of four
years of working experience in a similar position.
Assistant Systems Librarian
The Assistant Systems Librarian will be expected to be familiar with library information systems, integrate all functions of the library through the Library Portal.
The librarian will assist users with access to e-books and e-journals. The successful candidate will have a degree in library science and preferably information technology skills.
Human Resource Officer/Administrator
The human resource officer`s responsibilities will entail processing of salaries; maintaining up to-date human resource information systems; facilitating recruitment; discipline and communication of decisions; ensuring the University is in compliance with all Government regulations including legal and statutory requirements.
A
Bachelors Degree in any of the Social Sciences from a recognized University;
have a post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management;
Have
worked in the human resource management profession for a minimum period of four
(4) years in a busy organization; Computer literate.
Assistant Computer Technician
The assistant computer technician will provide solutions to both the hardware and software of computers, undertake upgrades, manage the network, update databases, support the needs of all the users and report to the systems administrator.
A
diploma in Computer Science and a minimum of two years working experience;
Nurse
The
applicant shall diagnose illnesses and disabilities, and ensure early detection
and correction of health problems.
- The applicant
should have a current license to practice nursing; three (3) years
experience as a professional registered nurse;
- a degree/diploma
in nursing.
Matron/Warden
- The successful
candidate shall be responsible for student hostel management; taking
rounds of the hostel; handling query and problem of the students and
reporting the same to the management;
- maintenance of
discipline in the hostels; ensure cleanliness.
- The applicant
should have a diploma in a relevant field with at least two years
experience in managing student’s hostel.
Credit Officer
The successful candidate will collect all due debts, make visits, and have an up to date and accurate record of all debtors.
The
candidate shall ensure regular and timely distribution of fee notes to student
accounts: ensure collection of the unpaid dues; prepare reports of all
collections made and outstanding balances.
- A Bachelor of
Commerce (Hons) or Bachelor of Business Administration with an Accounting
option, ACCA or CPA(K).
- Three (3) years
working experience in debt management, finance or accounting work
experience; computerized accounting is essential.
Head of Security
The Head of security shall oversee security operations for the University.
He/she
shall enforce security policies to ensure a safe environment for the students,
employees and visitors.
- Responsibilities
shall include risk management assessments, as well as ensuring compliance
with the guidelines regarding emergency and security;
- work in liaison
with the police to assist investigations of accidents, thefts, and
property loss;
He/she shall be responsible for hiring, training, and coordinating work schedules of all security personnel to ensure a secure environment at all times. - The applicant
must have a current certificate of good conduct; should have professional
security training; five (5) years experience as head of security.
Cateress
The successful candidate will be responsible for food production; planning food and equipment requirements and maintaining proper health and sanitary standards to safeguard the health of students and staff.
- The applicant
should have a Diploma in Food Production from Kenya Utalii College or a
recognized institution;
- minimum three(3)
years experience in a busy kitchen;
- Conversant with
recipes creation and menu composition ideal for a University Cafeteria;
creativity in Oriental and African dishes;
- ability to work
with minimum supervision;
Cook
The successful candidate shall prepare and cook a wide range of food items as per the University cafeteria menu.
- The applicant
should have a Diploma in Food production from Kenya Utalii College or a
recognized institution;
- minimum three
(3) years cooking experience in a school, college and/or University;
- conversant with
recipes creation and menu composition ideal for a University Cafeteria.
Application
Interested applicants should submit two copies of application letters together with copies of CV, certificates and testimonials to the address given below, the names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be your present or previous employer and the application should be received by
Wednesday 17th July 2013.
The Office of the Vice Chancellor
Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology
P.O. BOX 49274-00100 Nairobi, Kenya