Various Vacancies in MMU, Kenya

Technologist II (Civil Engineering)

Grade MNT 8 (1Position) – Ref: MMU/EA/08/10/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
·         Planning, supervision, evaluation and coordination of laboratory work in the area of specification,

·         Preparing the budget for laboratory equipment (consumables);
·         Ordering and maintaining records of supplies;
·         Ensuring laboratory equipment are secure and accessible;
·         Overseeing provision of laboratory services as well as allocation of duties and distribution of staff;
·         Ensuring training students attached to the Laboratory;
·         Supervising and training staff engaged in laboratory work; and
·         Perform any other duties as shall be assigned by the Head of Department from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this position an officer must have:-
·         Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
·         Served in the grade of Technologist III, Grade MNT 7 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
·         Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
·         Registration by relevant Professional Body will be an added advantage; and
·         Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Technologist III (Civil Engineering)

Grade MNT 7 (1Position) – Ref: MMU/EA/09/10/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
·         Media preparation;
·         Maintenance of laboratory records;
·         Storing and retrieving of machines and equipment;
·         Collecting, preparing and setting up machines and equipment;
·         Servicing, repairing, testing and maintaining equipment;
·         Supervising and training of staff engaged in laboratory work;
·         Ensuring supervision of students attached to the laboratories; and
·         Performing any other duties as shall be assigned by the Head of Department from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this position an officer must have:-
·         Served in the grade of Laboratory Technician Grade MNT 6 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
·         Diploma in Civil Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·         Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
·         Supervisory skills course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
·         Registration with the Engineering Technologist Board will be an added advantage; and
·         Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Laboratory Attendant

Grade MNT 5 (1Position) –
Ref: MMU/EA/10/10/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
·         Collecting and preparing machines and equipment;

·         Cleaning and storing machines and equipment;
·         Cleaning laboratory and workshops;
·         Maintenance of laboratory records; and
·         General laboratory routine.
·         Performing any other duties as shall be assigned by the Head of Department from time to time.
Qualifications
·         Diploma in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
·         Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution..

Cateress I

Grade MNT 9 (1Position) – Ref: MMU/EA/10/10/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
·         Preparing menus, their costing and food delivery;
·         Planning for food orders;
·         Overseeing development and implementation of methods for food production;
·         Ensuring maintenance of standard recipes;
·         Carrying out control of product quality, food production technology and raw food product laying norms:
·         Supporting the Hotel Manager in the preparation of the hotel Budget;
·         Managing kitchen equipment;
·         Supervising cleanliness of catering facilities;
·         Coordinating food preparation, cooking, placement and delivery of foodstuff;
·         Liaising with the Hotel Manager in reviewing menus and dietary requirements;
·         Maximizing employee productivity and morale and constantly maintaining discipline:
·         Coaching and mentoring staff; and
·         Performing any other duties as shall be assigned by the Hotel Manager from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
·         Served in the grade of Cateress II for a minimum period of three (3) years or as a Senior Hotel Supervisory Position in a busy Hotel;
·         Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Hotel and Hospitality Management; Hotel and Catering Management; Hospitality and Institutional Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
·         Diploma in Food Production from a recognized institution;
·         Certificate in Computer Application skills course from a recognized institution.
·         Valid Certificate of Health for food Handlers; and
·         Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit ten (10) copies of their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, e-mail address, telephone contacts, postal address, current post, copy of current pay slip, certified copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials. They should provide clearance certificates from the following organizations:
·         HELB
·         EACC
·         Kenya Revenue Authority
·         Certificate of Good Conduct
They should also provide three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about their competence and areas of specialization, one of who must be a recent/last employer. The referees should submit their confidential reports in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the specific reference number, to the address here below.
Applicants should fill the summary sheet attached in MS Word and send it to the following address: dvc_fa@mmu.ac.ke.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note
MMU is an equal opportunity employer thus, women, persons with disability and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Applications quoting the respective reference numbers on the envelope, should reach the undersigned on or before Friday, 29th November, 2019.
Vice Chancellor
Multimedia University of Kenya
P.O. Box 15653 – 00503
NAIROBI – KENYA
E-mail address: vc@mmu.ac.ke