Senior Assistant Registrar
Pwani University a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University invites applications
from suitable qualified candidates to fill the position of Senior Assistant
Registrar (Academic and Students Affairs) Grade 13.
Senior Assistant Registrar (Academic and Students Affairs) Grade 13 1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/23/2/2018
Academic Qualifications
Duties and responsibilities
Academic Qualifications & Requirements
Duties and responsibilities
Academic Qualifications & Requirements
Duties and responsibilities
Academic Qualifications
Responsibilities will include
Academic Qualifications
Responsibilities will include
Academic Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Key Qualifications
Responsibilities will include
Requirements
Duties and responsibilities
Pwani University a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
Senior Assistant Registrar (Academic and Students Affairs) Grade 13 1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/23/2/2018
Academic Qualifications
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Appointment to this position is
either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable
performance based contract, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason.
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The candidate must have a have a
Masters Degree in any academic field of study from a recognized University.
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Applicants should obtain clearance
from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority, Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) and a
valid certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya National Police Service.
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Have high ethical standards,
integrity, accountability and professionalism and good stewardship and comply
with the requirements of Chapter six of the Kenya Constitution
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Have at least eight (8) years of
continuous university service; three (3) of which must have been as Assistant
Registrar Academic and Student Affairs ( Grade 12) or equivalent, with proven
integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
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Be conversant with operation,
relevant policies and procedures in institutions of higher learning
Skills
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Computer Literacy
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Team building and Team work
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Good Interpersonal skills
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Good communication skills
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Managerial skills
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Leadership skills
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Efficiency, productivity and
innovativeness
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Initiative and Organizational skills
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Active involvement in
International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
Duties and responsibilities
The officer’s main duty will be to
assist the Registrar (Academic and Student Affair). Duties will include but not
be limited to:
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Compiling programs on offer from
schools and submit the same to KUCCPS to facilitate Government Sponsored
Admissions.
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Coordinating the assigning of
registration numbers, preparation of admission letters and facilitating the
dispatch of letters to qualified candidates.
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Communicating to KUCCPS on issues
related to KUCCPS programs.
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Organizing for the registration
exercise for both new students and continuing students.
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Compiling undergraduate/post
graduates programs of offer from schools and prepare for advertisement of the
same.
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Prepare instruments for evaluation of
applications into various programs.
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Attend to students request i.e.
inter/intra school transfer, inter university transfer, deferments/ Semester
offs, resumption/re-admission.
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Responding to questions on admission
procedures from prospective students and the public.
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Coordinating with schools the
evaluation and validation of applicants against laid down criteria.
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Communicating to sponsors and other
interested parties/ organizations on issues related to the progress of the
students.
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Preparing reports as requested by
stakeholders e.g. CUE, MoEST, KUCCPS, KVB, NCK etc.
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Attending evaluation and validation
of applications meetings as organized for schools.
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Ensure students records are well
kept.
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Responsible for the issuance of
result slips on request.
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Attend Deans Committee meetings.
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Providing of secretarial services as
required.
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Perform any other duties and
responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of department/Supervisor.
Terms Of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Student Counselor
Pwani University a Premier University
at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is
an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to generate,
disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching,
learning and research by molding students to international standards and
encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University invites applications
from suitable qualified candidates to fill the position of Student Counselor
Grade 11.
Student Counselor GRADE 11 1POSITION:
REF: PU/ADV/26/2/2018
Academic Qualifications & Requirements
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Appointment to this position is
either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable
performance based contract, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason.
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The candidate must have a Bachelor’s
Degree in Counseling Psychology, Guidance and Counseling or any other
equivalent qualifications from a recognized University.
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Those with Masters Degree in the
relevant fields will have an added advantage.
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Be a registered member
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Organizational and time management
skills with the ability to multitask
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Be self-driven and flexiblethe
ability to work under pressure
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Good teamwork, analytical and
problem-solving skills.
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Active involvement in
International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
Duties and responsibilities
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Provide Counseling to individual,
couple or group setting, to students from a diverse cultural and social
background.
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Provide professional and confidential
counseling to students for a range of personal, social, professional, academic,
career and financial concerns.
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Plan, orient and guide new students
in the University in matters touching on their social welfare.
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Organize and coordinate counseling
services to all students.
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Liaise with the Dean of Students,
Student’s families and other stakeholders or agencies to resolve difficulties
and ensure welfare needs of students are met.
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Initiate, plan and lead
psychotherapeutic activities for students in response to identified needs in
the University Community.
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Act and mediate where necessary in
student – Student, Student – Academic and Student-Family disputes.
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Monitor the behavior of students and
instigate appropriate interventions for students with critical/life threatening
psychological or psychiatric problems.
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Advise and guide students on career
decisions and help them understand their potential and provide assistance in
pursuing their goals.
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Prepare and submit quarterly reports
on the status of student guiding and counseling services to the Dean of
Students.
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Prepare and submit annual budgets and
procurement plans for the section to the Dean of Students.
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Performing any other duties and
responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Terms Of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Senior Housekeeper
Pwani University a Premier University
at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is
an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to generate,
disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching,
learning and research by molding students to international standards and
encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The
University invites applications from suitable qualified candidates to fill the
position of Senior Housekeeper Grade F.
Senior Housekeeper GRADE F 1POSITION:
REF: PU/ADV/27/2/2018
Academic Qualifications & Requirements
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This is the senior-most position in
this cadre in the University, and appointment is either on permanent and
pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract
depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.
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The candidate must have a Bachelors
Degree in Hostel Management or Home Economics/Food and Beverage production or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
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Be a registered member of a relevant
professional body (where applicable)
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Have six (6) years working experience
(post qualification experience), with three (3) years’ experience at the
position of Senior Assistant Housekeeper (Grade E) or its equivalent in a large
and busy organization with proven integrity, honesty, independence,
innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
Skills & Competencies
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Supervision and management skills
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Team building and teamwork skills
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Computer literacy skills
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Good customer care skills
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Interpersonal Communication skills
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Good communication (spoken) and
written skills
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Problem-solving skills.
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Active involvement in
International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
Duties and responsibilities
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Organizing, supervising and
coordinating the work of student accommodation staff on a day to day basis.
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Coordinating bookings of student
hostels and supervise all check outs.
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Ensuring good sanitation, safety,
comfort and aesthetics for student hostels and accommodation facilities
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Ensuring proper communication within
the Department and between Department and hostel residents
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Developing and maintain standard
operating procedures (SOPs) for efficient cleaning, security and safety of
University hostels and its residents.
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Maintaining regular inventory and
checking of furniture, linen, uniform, and equipment of the Hostels and
Accommodation facilities.
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Making supply requisition for the
housekeeping and maintain minimum stock for such materials
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Making quarterly reports to the
Management on the status of the University hostels
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Maintaining files, registers and
other records in the Department
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Preparing and submit annual budgets
and procurement plans to the Dean of Students for the operations of the
Department.
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Performing any other duties as may be
assigned by the Head of the Department/supervisor.
Terms Of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Laboratory Technician
Pwani University, a Premier
University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of
Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to
generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in
teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards
and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The University is
seeking to recruit competent and professional staff at the level of Laboratory
Technician Grade C
Laboratory Technician Grade C 1POSITION:
REF: PU/ADV/30/2/2018 (Marine Biology and Fisheries)
Appointment to this is either on
permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance
based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason
Academic Qualifications
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Applicants MUST be holders of a
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology and Fisheries or its equivalent
qualification from an accredited and recognized university.
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The candidate must have a minimum of
three (3) years relevant working experience with proven integrity,
independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
Skills
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Strong technical ability in the field
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Data and procedure analysis
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Computer literacy
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Interpersonal skills
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Technical communication skills
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Teamwork skills
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Swimming and or diving skills
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In-water rescue skills
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Skills in First aid, public safety
and evacuation
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Coxswain skill shall be an added
advantage
Responsibilities will include
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Conduct practical classes and
student’s field work
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Manage practical manuals to and from
students
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Maintain an updated inventory of
consumables and non-consumables in the areas of jurisdiction
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Prepare budget of laboratory
materials and supplies
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Manage the operations and safety of
laboratory equipment and stores
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Ensure that the laboratory working
environment is safe and free of accidents
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Ensure that the laboratory equipment
is safely and properly stored.
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Manage experimental facilities and
students projects in fish hatcheries, ponds and /or marshes
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Participate in the planned surveys
and sample bio data collection in coastal and marine environments
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Perform specific chemical and
biological analyses of water
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Performing any other duties and
responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Terms Of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Laboratory Technician
Pwani University, a Premier
University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of
Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to
generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in
teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards
and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The University is
seeking to recruit competent and professional staff at the level of Laboratory
Technician Grade A
Laboratory Technician (GIS) Grade A
1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/31/2/2018
This is an entry position in
technical services in the University, and appointment is either on permanent
and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract
depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.
Academic Qualifications
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Applicants MUST be holders of a
Diploma in GIS and Remote Sensing or its equivalent qualification from an
accredited and recognized institution.
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The candidate must have a minimum of
two (2) years hands on experience in a geospatial related organization with
proven integrity, independ
Proficiency in computer applications
Proficiency in computer applications
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Basic Knowledge of web mapping and
Graphic Design applications i.e. Inks cape, Gimp, Adobe Photoshop
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Problem solving skills
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Supervisory skills
Responsibilities will include
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Maintaining an inventory of geometics
equipment and other laboratory equipment.
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Ensuring all equipment is in good
working condition.
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Installing and updating software in
the Geomatics lab.full
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Preparing for practical sessions for
systematic and effective delivery of content.
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Supervising and assisting students
taking practical tasks
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Monitor student performance, produce
timely feedback, and seek ways to improve in acquiring practical skills.
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Identify geospatial practical needs
in order to contribute to the relevant body of knowledge.
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Assist in developing and revising the
content and or curricula of geospatial related courses in order to ensure
quality and meet market needs.
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Prepare practical material for the
students to maintain standards and uniformity
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Assist in developing geospatial
related short courses
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Maintain appropriate
contact/practical hours with students for effective learning
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Attend relevant workshops and
conferences to acquaint with new development in the geomatics filed
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Prepare and participate in geospatial
related field trips and other field tasks i.e. assisting students and academic
staff undertaking field tasks, e.g. Studios, surveying, leveling, topographic
mapping etc.
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Perform any duties as may be assigned
by the head of the department.
Terms Of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Procurement Officer
Pwani University a Premier University
at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi.
The University’s Mission is to
generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in
teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards
and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The
University invites applications from suitable and qualified candidates to fill
the position of Procurement Officer Grade 12.
Procurement Officer GRADE 12
1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/28/2/2018
To oversee the sourcing and
Management of Procurement of goods, services and works for the University in
compliance with required legislations and procedures.
Academic Qualifications
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Have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain
Management or Procurement & Supply or its equivalent from a recognised
university. Applicants with Master’s Degree will have an added advantage.
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Must have Professional certification
in Procurement from CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies) Part
III
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Be a registered member and hold
current membership status from KISM.
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Have a minimum of six (6) years
experience in the management of voluminous procurement functions with
preferably three (3) years at senior level.
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In addition, candidates should show
active involvement in International/Continental/Regional/National/
Local/Community activities.
Skills & Competencies
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Ability to work with present-day
Microsoft word, excel and presentation software.
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Demonstrated planning and
organization skills.
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Be an excellent team player with
people skills
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Leadership Skills
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Analytical thinking and keen judgment
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Self drive and ability to coordinate
and work well with others
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Good report writing and document
management skills
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Effective communication(verbal &
written) with all levels of customers
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Exhibit high level of integrity and
work ethics.
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Knowledge in the procurement of
technical projects
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day
operations of the procurement and stores sections.
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Development and implementation of the
Universities Annual Procurement Plan.
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Review and continually develop the
procurement manual in line with changing regulations
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Compile management and statutory
procurement reports to the relevant bodies as and when required.
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Preparation of tender documents,
Request for Proposals, Expression of Interests etc
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Advising management on legal
requirements for procurement in line with the public Procurement and Disposals
Act 2005 and its amendments.
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Advising management on matters
relating to procurement of goods, works and services
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Liaising with Departmental/Section
Heads in identify user needs in procuring services/materials
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Sourcing and Contractual management
of suppliers, contractors and all service providers.
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Secretary to the University’s Tender
and Disposal Committees.
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Undertake reviews to policies related
to procurement and stores functions.
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Ensuring processing of all
procurement contracts
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Ensuring coordination of disposal of
obsolete and idle assets
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Ensuring preparation of quarterly
procurement reports
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Approval of local purchase orders
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Performs any other duties that may be
assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Terms of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Human Resource Assistant
Pwani University, a Premier
University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of
Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University’s Mission is to
generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in
teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards
and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The
University has a vacancy for the position of Human Resource Assistant Grade C.
Human Resource Assistant Grade C
1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/29/2/2018
Key Qualifications
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Applicants must have a Bachelor’s
degree in Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized
university with a minimum KCSE Mean Grade of C (plain) of KCE Div II
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Be registered members of the
Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)
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Have knowledge of Human Resource
Management Information Systems (HRIS)
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Applicants must have at least two (2)
years experience (post qualification experience) in human resource related
duties in a large or busy organization, with proven integrity, honesty and
compliance to deadlines.
Responsibilities will include
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Assist in coordinating trainings and
staff development activities by ensuring training evaluations are done after
training.
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Processing training and development
applications and responses
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Making follow up on employees on
Training, Study leave, leave of absence and sabbatical leave on submission of
progress reports, requests for study leave and extensions, administration of
bond forms etc
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Ensure proper filing of training
records and reports
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Compiling and updating employee
records by ensuring proper filing of records, verifying contents of files to
have the required documentation, i.e. Job
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Descriptions, Professional
qualifications, requisitions etc.
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Process documents and prepare reports
relating to Human Resource activities for decision making and to various
government institutions as may be required.
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Prepare written correspondences as
feedback to inquiries on various issues as may be required
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Arrange for meetings assigned to
ensure meeting place as scheduled and the right people attend.
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Take minutes in meetings as may be
required
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Assist in recruitment and selection
process
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Assist in the performance Management
implementation and follow up process
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With the help of ICT department,
assist in automation of human resource processes
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Assist with day to day operations of
the Human Resource functions
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Perform any other duties assigned by
immediate supervisor.
Skills and Competencies
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Have an understanding of the Kenya
Labour laws
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Be computer literate and have
analytical ability
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Have knowledge of operating standard
office equipment with demonstrated ability to perform a wide range of
administrative and office support duties.
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Have excellent communication skills
(verbal and written)
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Minutes taking and writing skills
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Have good Interpersonal skills
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Have commitment and good work ethics
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Be ready to take up additional
responsibilities
In addition, the applicants should
show:
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Active involvement in
International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
Terms of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
Public Relations Officer
Pwani University a Premier University
at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is
an equal opportunity employer.
The University’s Mission is to
generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in
teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards
and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University invites applications
from suitable qualified candidates to fill the position of Public Relations
Officer Grade 11.
Public Relations Officer GRADE 11 1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/20/2/2018
Public Relations Officer GRADE 11 1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/20/2/2018
Requirements
·
Appointment to this position is
either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable
performance based contract, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason.
·
The candidate must have a have a Bachelor’s
Degree in Communication and Media Studies/Journalism/ Marketing or any other
equivalent qualifications from a recognized University with a Minimum KCSE Mean
Grade C (Plain) or KCE Div II.
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Be a registered (minimum at an
Associate member level) of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) or
relevant professional body
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Have at least six (6) years relevant
working experience (post qualification experience) in a Public Relation Office
in a University setting or busy organization with proven integrity, honesty,
independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
Skills & Competencies
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Computer literacy skills including
use of graphic communication (videography and photography).
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Interpersonal Communication skills
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Good communication (spoken) and creative
writing skills
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Have ability to write press releases
and speeches
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Leadership and Managerial skills
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Networking and Marketing skill
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Organizational and time management
skills with the ability to multitask
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Be self-driven and flexible
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the ability to work under pressure
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have creativity, imagination and
initiative
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good teamwork, analytical and
problem-solving skills.
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Business acumen and knowledge of
current affairs.
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show active involvement in
International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
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Demonstrate thorough knowledge of
university policies and regulations regarding public events and public
disclosures, and the intricacies of governmental actions.
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Demonstrate Familiarity with the
history, administrative structure and activities of public universities
Duties and responsibilities
The officer will perform the
following duties and responsibilities
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Develop an integrated marketing
communications plans and projects for the University both externally and
internally.
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Identify the several publics and
audiences of the University and their relationship to its mission.
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Within available resources, establish
research/evaluation techniques to periodically measure/analyze knowledge
levels, attitudes, and opinions of designated audiences.
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Act as public relations/communications
counsel to the University.
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Work with administrators,
Departmental Heads, Deans and Directors on appropriate communication programs,
providing counsel/expertise toward their development/implementation.
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Develop and coordinate publicity and
other communications support related to University events/programs within
assigned responsibility, and assist other groups sponsoring programs in
publicizing their efforts.
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Develop news, photographs, posters,
banners, brochures, advertising, and direct mail materials, for optimum
communication with identified publics.
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Design corporate publicity
information materials i.e. calendars, diaries etc.
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Serve as official representative
spokesperson for the institution in disseminating information about programs,
plans, events and activities to news media and in responding to media,
individuals and other organizations queries about the same.
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Provide assistance to representatives
of the press at special campus events.
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Produce, design or select art or
photography for publication and uploading on University Website
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Evaluate public relations special
events, programs and projects in assigned area of responsibility and revise, as
necessary.
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Serve as University protocol officer,
assisting other offices in assuring that proper procedures, arrangements,
publicity and informational services are provided for visits of distinguished
persons or campus social functions.
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Act as the university’s
representative with appropriate off-campus organizations, groups and agencies.
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Organizing and Coordinating
University special events, press conferences, displays, open-days, and tours.
University exhibitions and marketing activities.
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writing and editing in-house
magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports preparing and supervising
the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets,
promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes
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managing the PR aspect of a potential
crisis situation
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maintaining and updating information
on the University website
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Managing and updating information and
engaging with users on social media sites such as University Twitter and
Facebook Accounts.
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Coordinate invitations to University
ceremonies
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Performing any other duties and
responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Terms of Service
Benefits for the above position
include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff
and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and
training and other regular allowances.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send
four (4) copies of their application for the position. Applications and
recommendations letters from referees should be addressed to
The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
Applications should include an up to
date CV, giving details of applicants age, marital status, academic and
professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email
address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable
about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and
testimonials.
Pwani University is an equal
opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with disabilities
are encouraged to apply.
Persons living with Disabilities
should attach a copy of their National Council for Persons with Disabilities
(NCPWD) registration Card.
Applicants with foreign
qualifications must submit a Certificate of Recognition from the Commission for
University Education.
The deadline for submitting
applications is Tuesday 27th February 2018. Applications received later than
this date will not be considered