Recruitment by Dedan Kimathi University (Various Vacancies)

IT Technician

Grade 7
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Diploma in IT or Computer Science and KCSE certificate with a mean grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent.
·         Must be holder Higher Diploma (HD) in IT and Computer Science from a recognized.
·         He/she should have at least five (4) years experience OR three (3) years at Grade 6.

·         Must have good working knowledge and experience in hardware, networking, software, Linux, managing servers, knowledge in wireless communication devices and major pc applications.
·         CCNA, MCSE certification will be an added advantage

Accountant
Grade 12
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Master’s Degree (Accounting/ Finance) in additional to Bachelor’s Degree plus CPA K or equivalent OR
·         Must be holder of MBA Degree in addition to B.Com, CPA K and 3 years post-masters relevant work experience or 2 years post CPA (K)
·         At least two (2) years post-masters qualifications work experience in accountancy in a learning institution, research or large public/private institution OR three (3) years work experience in Grade, 11.
·         Be a registered member of a professional body

Accounts Assistant
Grade 6
Qualifications
·         Must have KCSE/KCE certificate with a mean grade of C- (Minus).
·         Must be holder of CPA part 2, Section III & IV OR Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent from Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) and must be computer literate.
·         He/she should have at least three (3) years in accountancy experience in a busy public office or a learning institution OR at least three (3) years in grade 5.

Procurement Assistant
Grade 9
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and supplies management OR Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, or its closely related equivalent from a recognized university with a post-graduate diploma in purchasing
·         Must be registered with relevant professional body.
·         At least three (3) post qualifications work experience OR have served for three (3) years at the grade 8.

Admin Assistant
Grade 8
Qualifications
·         Must have KCSE/KCE certificate with a mean grade of C + Plus or equivalent.
·         Must be holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Social sciences, Economics, Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution.
·          This is an entry grade and those with post-qualification work experience will have added advantage

Office Admin
Grade 8
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies or Bachelor of Business Management and Office Management Degree or equivalent from a recognized Institution
OR
·         Must be holder of Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies from Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent plus 3 years work experience or have served for 3 years in the previous grade AND
·         Typing III, (50 WpM), Shorthand III (120WpM), Business English III, Secretarial Duties II, Office Management III, Commerce II and Personnel Management III
·         Must have computer application skills.

Graphic Design Assistant
Grade 8
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Publishing, Media Studies and communication, with or without work experience.
·          Must be holder of HND in Machine printing technology, Book binding and print finishing, Information studies from a recognized institution.
·         Should have three (3) years relevant work experience OR have served for three (3) years at Grade 7.

Legal Assistant
Grade 7
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Diploma in Law from a recognized institution

·         Must be an advocate and have a current practicing certificate

Driver
Grade 5
Qualifications
·         Must have KSCE certificate with a mean grade of C- Minus or equivalent
·         Must have Driving License class ABCE
·         Must have valid PSV License
·         Must have at least six (6) years accident free continuous driving
·         Certificate of good conduct, Certificate of first aid, Customer care certificate.
·         Must have written and spoken proficiency in both English and Kiswahili languages
·         Must have knowledge of motor vehicle repairs
·         Defensive driving
·         At least three (3) years’ experience in grade 4.

Internal Auditor
Grade 12
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Master’s Degree (Accounting/ Finance) in additional to Bachelor’s Degree plus CPA K or equivalent and CIA certification by Institute of Internal Auditors.
·         At least three (3) years at Grade 11 and have shown merit and ability as reflected with work performance and results
·         Those with MBA Degree in addition to B.Com and CPA K plus three (3) years post-masters relevant work experience or three (3) years post CPA (K) will also be considered.
·         Be a registered member of a professional body

Assistant Security Officer
Grade 6
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Diploma in Criminology or its equivalent from a recognized institution OR
·         Must have KCSE/KCE Certificate with a mean grade C- minus
·         Must have a certificate of good conduct.
·         He/she should have worked in with any rank of commissioned officer with the Kenya Defense Forces, National Police Service or National Youth Service or any other reputable security firm and must have a Discharge Certificate.
·         Holders of Fire fighting Certificate, First Aid among other short courses certificate will have an added advantage.
·         Should have worked for at least three (3) years at Grade 5
·         He/she should demonstrate outstanding administrative ability in controlling security guards

Security Officer

Grade 5
Qualifications
·         Must be holder of Diploma in Criminology/Security Studies from a recognized institution.
·         Must have KCSE/KCE certificate with a mean grade of C- (Minus)
·         Must have a certificate of good conduct.
·         Holders of certificate of good conduct, Fire fighting Certificate, First Aid among other short courses certificate will have an added advantage.
·         Should have at least 3 years relevant work experience at grade 4.
How to Apply
Open the Dedan Kimathi University of Technology website; dkut.ac.ke , go to the HR Recruitment  portal and fill your details as guided; and
Send one (1) hard copy of the application letter, accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae (signed on all pages), copies of certified academic and professional certificates, National ID card, current payslip (if any) and other relevant testimonials. They should also give their mobile numbers, email address and names of three (3) referees who should send their recommendation letters directly in sealed envelopes.
Note
Applicants who do not submit one (1) hard copy of the application package will not be considered.