
KENYATTA UNIVERSITYÌý
OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE)
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The University invites applications from staff who are suitably qualified with outstanding academic/professional qualifications and relevant experience for the following positions:
DIRECTORATE OF UNIVERSITY SECURITY SERVICES
Director, University Security Services – Grade 14
Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance) the Director, Security Services will be in-charge of security and safeguarding University properties:
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Enforcement of University rules, regulations and procedures
- Collection of intelligence
- Safeguarding University property
- Co-ordination of all Security operations
- To be proactive and sensitive to security issues
- Advising the University Management on security matters
- Reviewing the security arrangements
- Training of personnel on security awareness
- Capacity to create a harmonious working relationship with all the teams; internal, external/private and seconded
- Able to strengthen the working relationship with the National Security System
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Security related field from a recognized University
- Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
- KCE Division II/ KCSE mean grade C+ and above
- Served in the Discipline Forces and attained the rank of Senior Superintended of Police and above
- Over fifteen (15) years’ work experience
- Knowledge of Fire/Disaster Management and first aid
- Knowledge of Intelligence collection/ investigations
- Police Clearance certificate
- Computer literate
- Clean discharge certificate if applicableÌý
Key Competencies and Skills:
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills.
- Leadership skills.
- Team Building skills.
- Supervisory skills.
- Organizational skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Conflict management skills.
- Must pass the integrity test as required by Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Lecturer
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- An earned PhD degree in Philosophy from a recognized institution.
- Master’s degree in Philosophy from a recognized University
- At least three (3) years University teaching or research / industry experience
- At least two (2) articles in refereed journals
- Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
Tutorial Fellow
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- Master’s Degree in Philosophy from a recognized institution.
- Teaching experience at University level will be an added advantage.
- Applicants must be prepared to pursue PhD in the specified areas of specialization.
- Registration for PhD Degree will be an added advantage
TERMS OF SERVICE:
The terms of service include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.
Applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.
Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.
Applicants and Referees should write directly to:
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Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
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P.O. Box 43844 – 00100
NAIROBI
Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than,
Date: 9th October, 2025
³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.Ìý
Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.Ìý
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
