Jobs and Vacancies in Zetech University, Kenya

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Zetech University is a premier university offering an exceptional learning experience to thousands of youth from Kenya and beyond. The University offers programmes in Technology, Science and Business.
Our Mission is to provide holistic education by promoting excellence in research, integrating innovation and technology in learning with the aim of developing well rounded citizens to impact the social, political and economic world.

We are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of Student Affairs Officer – Placement & Counselling
Job Ref: ZU/10/25/40
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Dean of Student Affairs, the position holder will, among other duties, be responsible for:
·         Representing the University to prospective employers and seeking placement opportunities;
·         Promoting placement opportunities and benefits to students through a range of media options;
·         Identifying industry speakers for career guidance talks/presentations/trainings/public lectures;
·         Targeting employer events to help inform students on relevant sectors for placement;
·         Assisting, promoting and hosting of employer events for both brand building and recruitment;
·         Monitoring and assessing the suitability of existing placement opportunities by ensuring that the employers meet the stipulated Zetech Academic Quality Assurance guidelines;
·         Organizing workshops and trainings for entrepreneurship, leadership, employability and life skills
·         Gathering and analyzing market information and trends;
·         Managing and analyzing placement activity data, giving feedback to all stakeholders and creating detailed and accurate reports;
·         Providing guidance to students on placement application processes through lectures, employer sessions and individual appointments;
·         Improving the self-concept of students; increasing productivity and developing positive image through psychological counseling;
·         Ensuring the department is compliant to the University’s Quality Management System;
·         Assisting the Dean of Student Affairs in conducting the University Students’ Association activities and organizing student social activities and events.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
·         A Bachelors Degree in Counselling Psychology or a Bachelors Degree in a relevant field from a recognized University with a diploma or post graduate diploma in Counselling Psychology;
·         Must be a registered Professional Counselor;
·         At least three years’ experience in a similar role;
·         Experience and knowledge of job recruitment and student attachment process in an educational environment (preferably in a University);
·         Experience in counseling young people is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested applicants to send their application letters and updated CVs via the email address -vacancies@zetech.ac.ke quoting Job Ref. ZU/10/25/40 as the subject indicating the current and expected salary not later than 24th February 2018.


Procurement Assistant.
Job Ref: ZU/10/25/43
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Procurement Officer, the position holder will, among other duties be responsible for:
·         Preparation of Request for Quotation, Initiations to Bid, Requests for Proposal and co-ordination of their timely dispatch.
·         Collecting, analyzing and circulation of quotes, bids and proposal for evaluation.
·         Assisting with the coordination with the selected bidder to ensure completion of administrative processes including Bid Security, contract award notices and that contract documents are distributed accordingly.
·         Receiving the approved requisitions and processing the appropriate documents procedures for local or oversea purchases/services/contracts
·         Checking and classifying the precedence of the requisition and process based on priority.
·         Coordinating with requestors and make sure the right specifications for materials/items needed are given.
·         Providing purchased materials to the responsible receiving office and do all actions for completing the process.
·         Coordinating with suppliers to ensure correct and timely delivery of goods and services as ordered.
·         Proper documentation and maintenance of all supply documents including Requisitions, Quotations, LPOs, Invoices and Delivery note awaiting payment.
·         Maintaining appropriated records to ensure that procurement process, decision, and contractual agreement are accurately documented for accountability and audit purpose.
·         Maintaining complete updated purchasing/supplier records/data and pricing in the system.
·         Monitoring and analyzing supplier performance and present detailed reports on recommendations.
·         Preparation of various information and statistical reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
·         A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Purchasing and Supplies or a related area.
·         CIPS qualified or in pursuit of the same will be an added advantage;
·         Professional membership will be an added advantage;
·         Minimum 1 year previous experience in a similar role;
·         Working knowledge of the Internet and MS Office Suite;
·         High levels of integrity;
·         Commercial and financial acumen ;
·         Excellent negotiation and communication skills;

·         Hands on approach to all tasks;
·         Ability to take a proactive approach to overcome challenges and achieve results;
·         Can work long and odd hours.
Interested applicants to send their application letters and updated CVs via the email address -vacancies@zetech.ac.ke quoting Job Ref. ZU/10/25/43 as the subject, indicating the current and expected salary not later than 24th February 2018.


Digital Marketing Executive.
Job Ref: ZU/10/25/42
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Deputy Registrar-Enrollment & Institutional Advancement, the position holder will, among other duties be responsible for:
·         Develop and implement marketing plans for digital marketing.
·         Develop content for digital marketing.
·         Identify new avenues for digital marketing.
·         Develop marketing campaigns to drive social media marketing.
·         Ensure frequent, accurate and timely responses to enquiries made on the digital platforms.
·         Record all the enquiries handled from the online platforms in the prescribed manner and form.
·         Process admissions from digital platforms.
·         Listen to customer and be able to clearly understand and meet their needs.
·         Prepare marketing analytics and trend analysis on digital marketing.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
·         Have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Graphic Design or Business from a recognized University;
·         A creative person with skills in digital content development;
·         Good marketing and customer Service skills;
·         At least 1-year relevant experience in digital marketing;
·         Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and the internet;
·         Excellent presentation and communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English;
·         Basic skills in graphic design will be an added advantage;
Interested applicants to send their application letters and updated CVs via the email address -vacancies@zetech.ac.ke quoting Job Ref. ZU/10/25/42 as the subject, indicating the current and expected salary not later than 24th February 2018.


Career Advisor.
Job Ref: ZU/10/25/41
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Career Advisor, the position holder will, among other duties be responsible for:
·         Receiving and handling of all persons who come to the front-office with utmost professionalism.
·         Aggressively conducting sales activities and providing accurate and sufficient information to prospective clients on the courses offered in a professional manner that meets the expectations of the institution.
·         Recording all the enquiries handled by at the Front Office in the prescribed manner.
·         Making follow- ups on enquiries.
·         Preparing all reports as may be required.
·         Listening to the customers with the aim of clearly understanding and meeting their needs.
·         Providing correct information to clients and other stakeholders.
·         Remaining proactive and upholding excellence in customer service.
·         Participating in ensuring student retention.
·         Coming up with Marketing Initiatives to achieve set targets.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
·         Have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Education Management with Sales and Marketing experience or a Business related field with a bias in Marketing, PR, Communications or a related area from a recognized university;
·         Member of MSK is an added advantage;
·         At least 1 year relevant working experience;
·         Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and the internet;
·         Excellent presentation and communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English;
·         Outstanding leadership and customer Service skills.
Interested applicants to send their application letters and updated CVs via the email address -vacancies@zetech.ac.ke quoting Job Ref. ZU/10/25/41 on the subject indicating the current and expected salary not later than 24th February 2018.
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