Government Announces Senior Management Vacancies in Kenyan Public Universities.
The government has announced openings in senior management positions across four public universities.
On November 25, the Public Service Commission (PSC) advertised vacancies at the Open University of Kenya, MultiMedia University of Kenya, Kenyatta University, and Meru University of Science and Technology.
At the Open University of Kenya, the PSC seeks applicants for the Vice Chancellor position and two Deputy Vice-Chancellor positions (Academic Affairs and Planning and Infrastructure).
The MultiMedia University of Kenya has openings for two Deputy Vice-Chancellor positions, one for Academic Affairs, Research, and Innovation, and another for Administration, Finance, and Planning.
Similarly, Kenyatta University and Meru University of Science and Technology are looking to fill Deputy Vice-Chancellor positions in Administration and Finance, and Administration, Finance, and Planning, respectively.
Application Details
Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to visit the PSC website to access detailed job descriptions and application guidelines.
Join Teachers Updates on Facebook
The PSC has set the application deadline for these positions as Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 5:00 pm East African Time.
38 Vacancies at the Technical University of Mombasa
Teaching Positions
In addition to the senior management roles, the government has announced 38 vacancies at the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), divided into teaching and administrative categories.
Teaching vacancies (18 positions):
- Lecturer: 10 positions
- Senior Lecturer: 4 positions
- Associate Professor: 3 positions
- Tutorial Fellow: 1 position
These positions are available in disciplines such as:
- Communication Studies
- Social and Clinical Sciences
- Management Science
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Engineering (Medical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical)
- Maritime and Seafaring (Tutorial Fellow position)
Administrative Positions
Administrative vacancies (20 positions):
- Procurement
- Office Administration
- Nursing Office
- ICT Office
- Maintenance
- IT Support Office
- Counselling Department
Application Process
Candidates interested in TUM vacancies must apply via the TUM online portal. The deadline for submission is Tuesday, December 9, 2024.
ALSO READ: 18 Universities Under Investigation by EACC Over Corruption and Mismanagement
Application Deadlines at a Glance
| Institution | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Open University of Kenya | December 17, 2024, 5:00 PM |
| MultiMedia University of Kenya | December 17, 2024, 5:00 PM |
| Kenyatta University | December 17, 2024, 5:00 PM |
| Meru University of Science and Technology | December 17, 2024, 5:00 PM |
| Technical University of Mombasa | December 9, 2024 |
Candidates are urged to adhere to the specified deadlines and application procedures.
Government Announces Senior Management Vacancies in Kenyan Public Universities.
