Research Assistant
Grade 12
Ref. No. LU/AD/5/09/18
Qualifications
Responsibilities
Grade 12
Ref. No. LU/AD/5/09/18
Salary Scale: Kshs. 94,347 – 131,736
p.m.
Research Assistant will be on a three
(3) Year renewable contract following satisfactory work performance
Qualifications
·
A 2nd Honor Upper Division Bachelor’s
degree in the Social Sciences,Education and related fields and a master’s
degree from a recognized institution with a practical experience in research.
·
Be aware of the latest trends in
Education;
·
Good computer Literacy Skills;
·
Ability to demonstrate a high level
of confidentiality and discretion at all times;
·
Strong Interpersonal skills and
relationship management;
·
Relevant working experience of at
least 5 years since graduating; In addition, the applicant must have:-
·
KRA compliance certificate.
·
HELB clearance certificate.
·
CRB certificate.
·
Certificate of good conduct.
Reporting to the office of the
Vice-Chancellor the Research Assistant will generally be involved in:-
Responsibilities
·
Helping to manage and prioritize the
VC’s time.
·
Writing speeches for the VC when
called upon to do so.
·
Helps in time and diary management
scheduling of meetings, correspondences and note taking.
·
Manage and maintain the office diary
and e-mail account.
·
Conduct weekly meetings with the VC
to discuss impending engagements, invitations and other official requests made
to the office.
·
Ensure that the VC is fully briefed
on, or prepared for any engagement he is involved in.
·
Conduct research on behalf of the
office on pertinent issues.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit ten (10)
copies of applications giving details of age, education and professional
qualifications, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicants’
telephone number and email address, and enclose certified copies of
certificates and testimonials and give names and addresses of three (3)
referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence and area of
specialization.
Applicants should request their
referees to write directly to the undersigned. The name and reference number of
the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the
envelope and addressed to:-
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AF&D)
Laikipia University
P.O. Box 100-20300
NYAHURURU – KENYA
Laikipia University
P.O. Box 100-20300
NYAHURURU – KENYA
So as to reach him not later than
20th September, 2018
NB
A soft copy of the application letter
and C.V. only should be sent by email to radmin@laikipia.ac.ke
Laikipia University is an equal
employer. Women, minority groups and persons living with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted