Careers at Mount Kenya University

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Master’s Degree in Food Production/Food and Beverage Service/Hospitality Management or relevant area from a recognized Institution.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience at a comparable position in a recognized Academic Institution.
• Must be computer literate.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Production/Food and Beverage Service/Hospitality Management or relevant area from a recognized Institution.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a comparable position in a recognized Academic Institution.
• Must be computer literate.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal, Students Welfare

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Central Catering and Accommodation Services Department.
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental policies, strategic plans, and operational work plans in alignment with institutional objectives.
• Ensure high standards of service delivery, food quality, hygiene, cleanliness, and customer care across catering and accommodation services.
• Supervise, manage, and maintain discipline among departmental staff, promoting professionalism, teamwork, and positive engagement with students and other clients.
• Oversee human resource functions within the department, including staff performance management, welfare, and capacity development.
• Prepare, manage, and control the departmental budget, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and value for money.
• Oversee procurement of food supplies, stores, and other departmental requirements in compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Advise University Management on catering, accommodation, and hospitality-related matters to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards, as well as relevant statutory and institutional regulations.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Medicine or related area of specialization from a recognized Institution.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at a comparable position.
• Must be registered as a Clinical Officer with Clinical Officers Council.
• Must be Computer Literate.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Head, University Health Centre

Duties and responsibilities:

• To examine, diagnose and treat patients’ common ailments at the University health facility
• To guide and counsel patients, clients and staff on Health issues
• To sensitize patients and clients on preventive health
• To carry out minor surgical procedures as per training skill
• To collect and compile clinical data
• To filter and refer patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.
• Supervises/oversees junior health workers.
• Examine, diagnose and treat patients in the University clinics
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.
• At least 3 years’ experience at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.
• Must be registered as a Nurse with the Nursing Council.

OR

• Higher Diploma in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.
• Must be registered as a Nurse with the Nursing Council.
• At least 5 years’ experience at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Head, University Health Centre

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care, health education, and counselling to patients in line with established clinical guidelines.
• Assist in meeting patients’ basic care needs, including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and general comfort.
• Monitor, record, and interpret patients’ vital signs, and maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and reports.
• Identify changes in patients’ conditions and promptly escalate complex or critical cases to the Chief Clinical Officer or relevant clinician.
• Assist medical officers and clinicians during clinical procedures, including specimen collection, administration of medication, and intravenous therapy.
• Carry out approved nursing procedures such as wound dressing, bed bathing, and basic patient care, referring complex cases as appropriate.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of all patient records in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise nursing care activities within the assigned unit to ensure quality service delivery.
• Ensure availability, proper storage, and inventory control of medical supplies and consumables.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and infection prevention standards within the ward/health facility environment.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized Institution.
• Must be registered with Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience at a comparable position.
• Must be Computer Literate.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is an added advantage.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal Laboratory Technologist

Duties and responsibilities:

• Supervise and support the conduct of practical skills sessions by technologists and students to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Liaise with academic staff, and relevant departments to coordinate practical sessions, timetables, equipment requirements, and work plans.
• Prepare, set up, and ensure availability of laboratory equipment, chemicals, drugs, and other materials prior to practical sessions, including running trial demonstrations where necessary.
• Support lecturers, technologists, and students during laboratory sessions by providing technical guidance and facilitating effective skills delivery.
• Ensure effective coordination and optimal utilization of laboratory resources, including equipment, consumables, and learning materials.
• Maintain custody and proper management of laboratory equipment and apparatus, including inventory control, cataloguing, and tracking movement and usage.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, including student practical attendance, results tracking, equipment logs, and maintenance records.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the skills laboratory in compliance with standard laboratory and infection prevention practices.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality assurance procedures, including reporting equipment breakdowns and coordinating maintenance and calibration.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to research and continuous improvement of laboratory practices and technologies.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Education with a specialization in Special Needs Education.
• At least 3 years’ relevant work experience in a recognized institution.
• Experience using Braille embossers and transcription software
• Understanding of accessible learning materials for visually impaired learners

OR

• Diploma in Education with a specialization in Special Needs Education.
• 5 years’ relevant experience in a recognized institution.
• Experience using Braille embossers and transcription software
• Understanding of accessible learning materials for visually impaired learners

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Dean of Students

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist visually impaired students in accessing academic and non-academic materials.
• Convert printed materials into accessible formats including braille, audio, or digital formats as required.
• Support students with disabilities during lectures, tutorials, and examinations.
• Provide reading and transcription services for visually impaired users.
• Operate assistive technologies and devices used for learning support.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of accessible learning materials.
• Maintain confidentiality of academic documents and examination materials.
• Support disability inclusion services within Mount Kenya University.
• Assist in orientation and support programmes for students with visual impairments.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.
• At least three (3) years’ experience at a comparable position from a recognized Institution.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Certification in First Aid and Trauma Management
• Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure in emergency situations
• Physical fitness and ability to handle emergency patient transfers
• Registration with relevant professional body.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal Laboratory Technologist/Head, University Health Centre

Duties and responsibilities:

• Respond to emergency calls and provide pre-hospital emergency care, first aid, and basic to intermediate life support in accordance with established protocols.
• Assess patients’ conditions at the scene and during transit, and provide appropriate emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
• Administer emergency care procedures including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management support, bleeding control, wound care, and immobilization of fractures.
• Assist in the safe lifting, handling, transfer, and positioning of patients to and from the ambulance and healthcare facilities.
• Monitor, record, and report patients’ vital signs and clinical status during transit, ensuring accurate handover to receiving health facilities.
• Assist medical teams in emergency response situations and support coordination with hospitals and other emergency care providers.
• Ensure proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of ambulance equipment, emergency kits, and medical supplies.
• Maintain inventory and readiness of emergency medical supplies and report shortages or equipment faults promptly.
• Accurately document all emergency responses, patient assessments, interventions, and handover reports in line with clinical protocols.
• Participate in continuous professional development, emergency drills, and training to maintain competence in pre-hospital emergency care.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.