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  • Posted: Nov 21, 2025
    Deadline: Dec 5, 2025
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  • The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established under the Universities Act 2012 of the laws of Kenya and the University of Nairobi Charter, is the pioneer institution of University education in Kenya and the region. The only institution of higher learning in Kenya for a long time, the University of Nairobi responded to the national, regional and Afr...
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    Professor - Department of Political Science and Public Administration - 3 Posts

    AC/11/16/25 (R&T), 3 POSTS

    An applicant must be a holder of an earned PhD or equivalent in Political Science and Public Administration from a university recognized by the University of Nairobi Senate. The applicant must have a minimum of ten (10) years teaching experience of three (3) years must be as at Associate Professor Level. He/She must have supervised to completion (CUMMULATIVE) A minimum of three (3) PhD and five (5) Masters students OR; A minimum of two (two) PhD and nine (9) Masters students OR; A minimum of fifteen (15) Masters students. He/She must have a minimum of thirty nine (39) publication points from peer-reviewed journals with; a minimum of six (6) publications in refereed scholarly journals since last promotion OR A minimum of four (4) publications in refereed scholarly journals and two (2) scholarly book chapters since last promotion OR A minimum of four (4) publications in refereed scholarly journals and two (2) peer reviewed working, discussion of occasional papers, or teaching/ lecture modules since last promotion. He/She must have attracted research or development funds or educational resources as an Associate professor or equivalent since last promotion. Must show evidence of community service and Membership to a professional body.

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    Administrative Assistant Grade CD (7_8)

    AD/11/61/25 (1 POST)
    Job specifications (Applicants must have)

    • Bachelors degree (at least 2nd class Honour, Lower Division.) from a recognized university
    • Cmputer literate

    Job description:

    • Providing administrative support in students and academic services, human resource services, facilitating University operations and performing any other related duty as assigned.

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    Caterer, Grade CD,Catering Department - 11 Posts

    AD/11/74/25 – 11 POSTS

    Applicants shall hold a Diploma in Institutional Management, Hospitality, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized learning institution. They should have at least six (6) years of experience as an Assistant Cateress/Caterer or in a comparable position.

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    Assistant Chief Technologist, Grade 11

    C/11/35/25 (R&T), 1 POST

    Applicants shall be holders of either a Bachelor of Science degree or a Higher Diploma in any of the following areas: Biological Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Applied Biology any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized learning Institution plus three (3) years’ experience at the level of Senior Technologist grade 8/9/10 (DEF).

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    Assistant Executive Secretary Grade E

    AD/11/53/25(R&T) - 1 POST

    Applicants must have: i) KCSE C (Plain) or KCE Div. III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the KCSE/KCE grades they already have) and must have completed the following subjects offered by KNEC or an equivalent certificate from a recognized examining body

    • Business English III
    • Commerce II
    • Secretarial Duties II
    • Office Management III
    • Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) OR Audio typing writing III
    • Typewriting 50 wpm
    • Certificates in and ability to use word processing, spreadsheets and data base management packages
    • Three (3) years’ experience as Senior Secretary Grade D
    • Knowledge of anti-virus tools

    Duties and responsibilities

    • The successful candidate will among other assignments be required to provide secretarial and basic administration duties in the Office of the Dean of Student and Career Services.

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    Assistant Internal Auditor Grade CD

    AD/11/54/25 - 5 POSTS
    Applicants shall have:

    • Bachelors degree in Business or other related field of study from a recognized University.
    • At least CPA 3 or its equivalent qualification.
    • At least three (3) years post qualification experience in auditing or accounting, as an Internal Auditor or Accountant in Grade A/B (5/6).
    • Team player with ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
    • Computer literate and ability to use computer assisted audit techniques.
    • Knowledge of risk assessment and management procedures will be an added advantage.

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    Assistant Registrar Grade 12

    AC/11/22/25 (1 POST)
    Job specifications (Applicants must have)

    • Masters degree in Administration, Educational Administration, Education, Communication, Management, Public Administration, Project Planning, Industrial Relations, Conflict Resolution, Human Resource Management, Business Administration or any other related, relevant discipline.
    • CPS(K) or relevant professional qualification
    • 6 years administrative experience with at least 3 years experience as Senior Administrative Assistant Grade 9/10 OR 6 years work experience in a position of comparable responsibility in the University, of which at least 3 years must be at Grade 9/10
    • Member of a recognized professional body
    • Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
    • Computer literacy

    Job description

    • Providing administrative support in students and academic services, human resource services, facilitating University Operations and performing any other duties as assigned.

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    Assistant Registrar

    AC/11/21/25 (1 POST)
    Job specifications (Applicants must have)

    • Masters degree in Administration, Educational Administration, Education, Communication, Management, Public Administration, Project Planning, Industrial Relations, Conflict Resolution, Human Resource Management, Business Administration or any other related, relevant discipline.
    • CPS(K) or relevant professional qualification
    • 6 years administrative experience with at least 3 years experience as Senior Administrative Assistant Grade 9/10 OR 6 years work experience in a position of comparable responsibility in the University, of which at least 3 years must be at Grade 9/10
    • Member of a recognized professional body
    • Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking and customer care.
    • Computer literacy

    Job description

    • Providing administrative support in students and academic services, human resource services, facilitating University Operations and performing any other duties as assigned.

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    Assistant Registry Supervisor Grade AB - 2 Posts

    AD/11/68/25 (2 POSTS) (R&T)

    Applicants must have KCSE Mean Grade C (plain) or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the KCSE/KCE grades they already have.) In addition, they should have CPS II or Diploma in Archives and Records Management or equivalent. They should have at least three (3) years work experience as Assistant Registry Supervisor Grade 1V or an equivalent post and be computer literate.

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    Assistant Senior Secretary Grade C - Administration Department

    AD/11/51/25 - 1 POST
    Applicants shall have:

    • At least KCSE C (Plain) or KCE Division III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the grades they already have) and must have completed the following subjects offered by KNEC or an equivalent certificate from a recognized examining body:
      • Business English III
      • Commerce II
      • Secretarial Duties II
      • Office Management III
      • Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) OR Audio typing writing III
      • Typewriting 50 wpm
      • Certificates in and ability to use word processing, spreadsheets and data base management packages

    Three (3) years’ experience as Secretary Grade B or a comparable position of responsibility

    Knowledge of anti-virus tools

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • The successful candidate will among other assignments be required to provide secretarial and basic office administration duties in the Administration Department.

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    Assistant Senior Secretary Grade C - Dean of Students and Career Services

    AD/11/49/25 - 1 POST

    Applicants shall have:

    • At least KCSE C (Plain) or KCE Division III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the grades they already have) and must have completed the following subjects offered by KNEC or an equivalent certificate from a recognized examining body:
      • Business English III
      • Commerce II
      • Secretarial Duties II
      • Office Management III
      • Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) OR Audio typing writing III
      • Typewriting 50 wpm
      • Certificates in and ability to use word processing, spreadsheets and data base management packages

    Three (3) years’ experience as Secretary Grade B or a comparable position of responsibility

    Knowledge of anti-virus tools

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • The successful candidate will among other assignments be required to provide secretarial and basic office administration duties in the Office of Dean of Students and Career Services.

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    Assistant Senior Secretary Grade C - Department of Finance and Accounting

    AD/11/50/25 - 1 POST

    Applicants shall have:

    • At least KCSE C (Plain) or KCE Division III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the grades they already have) and must have completed the following subjects offered by KNEC or an equivalent certificate from a recognized examining body:
      • Business English III
      • Commerce II
      • Secretarial Duties II
      • Office Management III
      • Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) OR Audio typing writing III
      • Typewriting 50 wpm
      • Certificates in and ability to use word processing, spreadsheets and data base management packages

    Three (3) years’ experience as Secretary Grade B or a comparable position of responsibility

    Knowledge of anti-virus tools

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • The successful candidate will among other assignments be required to provide secretarial and basic office administration duties in the Department of Finance and Accountin

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    Assistant Senior Secretary Grade C - Department of Lingistics and Languages

    AD/11/52/25, 1 POST

    Applicants shall have:

    • At least KCSE C (Plain) or KCE Division III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language. (Those who were employed in the University before 2007 will be considered with the grades they already have) and must have completed the following subjects offered by KNEC or an equivalent certificate from a recognized examining body:
      • Business English III
      • Commerce II
      • Secretarial Duties II
      • Office Management III
      • Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) OR Audio typing writing III
      • Typewriting 50 wpm
      • Certificates in and ability to use word processing, spreadsheets and data base management packages

    Three (3) years’ experience as Secretary Grade B or a comparable position of responsibility

    Knowledge of anti-virus tools

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • The successful candidate will among other assignments be required to provide secretarial and basic office administration duties in the Department of Linguistics and Languages.

    Method of Application

    Use the emails(s) below to apply

     

    NOTES

    • Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates and curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of their qualifications, experience and three (3) referees, as well as indicating their telephone and e-mail contacts.
    • Applications and related documents should be addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.
    • Applicants should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.
    • The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement.
    • Late applications will not be considered.
    • Applications should be emailed as one file in PDF to

    CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025

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