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Pwani University began as Kilifi Institute of Agriculture in 1984 though the first intake of 200 students for the Two Year Certificate Course in Agriculture and Home Economics was in July 1987. By 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture had graduated 3,837 students. The Institute also hosted a number of Masters and PhD research students from other national un...
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LECTURER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE GRADE 12 1 POSITION REF: PU/AD V/03/05/2025
This is a university teaching/research position. Appointment is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- An earned PhD/in Political Science/Government/International Relations, Master of Arts Degree in Political Science/Government/International Relations and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science/Government/International Relations from an accredited and recognized University
Experience
The candidate should:
- Beamember of relevant professional bodies
- Have evidence of contribution to University/Research Institution through activities such as
- participation in Departmental management, students’ academic /research advising, school or University/Institutional meetings, committee membership ang related marteI
Skills
- Demonstrate community involvement (eg. Member of BOG, SMC etc).
- Applicants should demonstrate
- Teach/conduct research and supervise students and/or staff
- Design and develop academic programmes and curriculum
Publications
- Must have published at least two (2) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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LECTURER IN PUBLIC HEALTH GRADE 12-1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/01/05/2025
This is a university teaching/research position. Appointment is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- An earned PhD/in Public Health/International Health and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health /Environmental Health or equivalent degree qualification in Public Health from an accredited and recognized University
Experience
The candidate should:
- Bea member of relevant professional bodies
- Have evidence of contribution to University/Research Institution through activities such as participation in Departmental management, students’ academic /research advising, school or University/Institutional meetings, committee membership and related matters
- Demonstrate community involvement (eg. Member of BOG, SMC etc).
Skills
- Applicants should demonstrate
- Teach/conduct research and supervise students and/or staff
- Design and develop academic programmes and curriculum
Publications
- Must have published at least two (2) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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LECTURER IN BIOLOGY/PARASITOLOGY GRADE 12 REF: PU/ADV/02/04/2025 1 POSITION
- This is a university teaching/research position. Appointment is either on Permanent and Pensionable terms or on a three (3) year renewable performance-based contract, depending on age, citizenship, or any other reason.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- An earned PhD in Parasitology, MSc. In Parasitology and BSc. in Biology or its equivalent from accredited and recognized University
Experience
- The candidate should:
- Be a member of relevant professional bodies an
- Have evidence of contribution to University/Research Institution through activities such as participation in Departmental management, students' academic /research advising, school orUniversity/Institutional meetings, committee membership and related matters
Skills
- Demonstrate community involvement (eg. Member of BOG, SMC etc).
- Applicants should demonstrate
- Teach/conduct research and supervise students and/or staff
- Design and develop academic programmes and curriculum
Publications
- Must have published at least two (2) publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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COUNSELLING OFFICERI GRADE 10 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/04/05/2025
- This is a middle level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate MUST possess a Bachelor's degree in Counselling Psychology or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution.
- Must be registered and licensed by the Counsellors and Psychologists Board.
Experience
- The candidate should have ten (10) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of a Counselling Officer II or comparable grade with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines
- In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
- Assist the Student Counselor in carrying out Guidance and Counseling activities in the University
- Spearhead safe online guidance and information giving activities pertaining to counseling. Develop, design, maintain and disseminate mental health information and guidance online Manage the counseling office digital communication Facilitate online support groups
- Spearhead use of social media for guidance and information-based activities.
- Run an active guidance and counseling website
- Carry out an active ongoing online campaign for mental health
- Monitoring and listening to social media
- Conduct online surveys to establish student needs Compiling reports on online guidance and counselling activities
- Run an active Pwani Universitandidate MUST possess a Bachelor's degree in Counselling Psychology or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution.
- Must be registered and licensed by the Counsellors and Psychologists Board.
Experience
- The candidate should have ten (10) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of a Counselling Officer II or comparable grade with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines
- In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
- Assist the Student Counselor in carrying out Guidance and Counseling activities in the University
- Spearhead safe online guidance and information giving activities pertaining to counseling. Develop, design, maintain and disseminate mental health information and guidance online Manage the counseling office digital communication Facilitate online support groups
- Spearhead use of social media for guidance and information-based activities.
- Run an active guidance and counseling website
- Carry out an active ongoing online campaign for mental health
- Monitoring and listening to social media
- Conduct online surveys to establish student needs Compiling reports on online guidance and counselling activities
- Run an active Pwani University Counselling YouTube channel
Skills
The candidate must have the following:-
- Active listening skills
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- Confidentiality
- Interpersonal skills
- Non-judgmental skills
- Organisational skills
- Public relations skills
- Report writing skills
- Team work skills
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II GRADЕ 7 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/05/05/2025
- This is an entry level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship o any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate must have a Bachelor degree in any area of study from a recognised institution.
Experience
- The candidate must have minimum of one (1) year relevant work experience in a busy organisation with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
- In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
Skills
- Processing and issuance of transcripts
- Issuance of Certificates
- Verification of academic documents
- Typesetting of examination drafts
- Filing of examination returns
- Assist in budgeting and procurement planning
- Prepare office correspondences
- Records and document management
- Attend to visitors and inquiries
- Capture students personal data for the purpose ofpreparing a list for printing of academic
- certificates and preparation of graduation booklet
- Generate reports from data base
- Provide secretariat services to Committees
The candidate must have the following:
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Report writing skills
- Team work skills
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HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT III GRADE PU/ADV/07/05/2024
- This is an entry level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate MUST possess a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution with at least one year of relevant working experience.
OR
- The candidate must have a Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution with at least six (6) years of related work experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of a Human Resource Clerk I or comparable grade with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
Professional qualification
- Must be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management of Kenya (IHRM-K)
Experience
- This is entry level to this cadre in the University; however, the candidate should have proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
- Assisting in budget and workplan preparation
- Assisting in employees relations and performance management
- Assisting in management of pension and benefits administration
- Assisting in management of staff welfare matters
- Assisting in organizing staff training and development
Skills
- Assisting in preparation of procurement plans
- Assisting in recruitment and promotion process
- Assisting in report writing
- Provision of administrative and secretariat services
The candidate must have the following:
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Report writing skills
- Team work skills
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ASSISTANT OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR II/SECRETARY REF: PU/ADV/06/05/2025
- This is an entry level to this cadre and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies/Business Administration/Business Management/Office Management or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
Professional Qualifications
- The candidate must provide evidence in the following:
Experience
- Business English III/Communications II;
- Certificate course in supervisory skills/ development course or equivalent Commerce II
- Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III
- Office Practice II or Secretarial Duties II
- Shorthand III (100 w.p.m.)
- Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m.) or Computerized Document Processing III
- The candidate must have at least one (1) year work experience in the relevant field.
In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
- Verification of academic documents
- Filing of examination returns
- Assist in Budgeting and procurement planning within a department.
- Drafting official correspondence as advised
- Typesetting of examination drafts
- Handling telephone calls and appointments
Skills
- Records and Documents Management
- Security of office records, documents, and equipment
- Attend to visitors and inquiries
- The candidate should have experience and provide evidence in the following:
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Team work skills
- Time management skills
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ARTISAN II (PAINTER) GRADE 3 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/10/05/2025
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF ARTISAN II (PAINTER) GRADE 3
- This is an entry position in the University to this cadre and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate must have a minimum mean grade of D+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent and a Trade Certificate in a relevant field from a recognised institution.
Experience
- The candidate must have a minimum six (6) years relevant work experience with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
- Demonstration of hands-on ability to complete tasks
- Practicing safe working habits
- Submission of reports to supervisor
Skills
The candidate must have:
- Communication skill
- Knowledge of works in the area of specialization
- Mastery of power or hand tools used in his work
- Team work skills
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
- Apply coatings such as paint, ink, or lacquer, to protect or decorate work piece surfaces, using pray guns, pens or brushes to create a neat and enhance look on the University facilities.
- Select and mix ingredients to prepare coating substances according to specifications to ensure the desired outcome is achieved.
- Conceal blemishes in work picces, such as nicks and dents to enhance the durability of facilities and maintain neat surfaces.
- Clean surfaces of work pieces in preparation for coating.
- Rinse, drain or wipe coated work pieces to remove excess coating mateiial or to facilitate setting of finishing coats on work pieces to produce tidy surfaces.
- Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs.
- Keep safe custody of tools and equipment’s use.
- Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Skills
The candidate must have the following:-
- Communication skils
- Computer proficiency _
- First Aid and life saving
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Public relations
- Report writing skills
- Team work
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ARTISAN II (WELDER) GRADE 3 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/08/05/2025
REQUIREMENTS FORTHE POSITION OF ARTISAN II (WELDER) GRADE 3
This is an entry position in the University to this cadre and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate must have a minimum mean grade of D+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent and a Trade Certificate in a relevant field from a recognised institution.
Experience
The candidate must have a minimum six (6) years relevant work experience with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
- Demonstration of hands-on ability to complete tasks
- Practicing safe working habits
- Submission of reports to supervisor
Skills
The candidate must have:
- Communication skill
- Knowledge of works in the area of specialization
- Mastery of power or hand tools used in his work
- Team work skills
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
Skills
- Conducting routine inspections to identify repair and maintenance needs for welding and metal-related works.
- Fabricate new metal structures/furniture and perform repair works where applicable.
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Specifying and quantifying the materials to be used in projects.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Collaborating with other design and construction specialists.
- Keeping the workspace tools clean.
- Obey and adhere to all health and safety regulations.
- Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
The candidate must have the following:-
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiencу
- First Aid and life saving
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Public relations
- Report writing skills
- Team work
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ARTISAN II (MASON) GRADE 3 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/09/05/2025
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF ARTISAN II (MASON) GRADE 3
- This is an entry position in the University to this cadre and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate must have a minimum mean grade of D+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent and a Trade Test II Certificate in Masonry from a recognised institution.
Experience
- The candidate must have a minimum six (6) years relevant work experience with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
- In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
Skills
- Demonstration of hands-on ability to complete tasks
- Practicing safe working habits
- Submission of reports to supervisor
The candidate must have:
- Communication skill
- Knowledge of works in the area of specialization
- Mastery of power or hand tools used in his work
- Team work skills
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
Skills
- Conducting routine inspections to identify repair and maintenance needs for welding and metal-related works.
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Specifying and quantifying the materials to be used in projects.
- Construction, repair and maintenance ofwalls, floors, pavements and other structures.
- Mixing ofcement, sand and/or aggregate per the required ratios for the specified works e.g. brick laying, plastering, concrete works, tiling, brick making etc.
- Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to build or refurbish walls as instructed.
- Collaborating with other design and construction specialists.
- Keeping the workplace and tools clean.
- Obey and adhere to all health and safety regulations.
- Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
The candidate must have the following:-
- Communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- First Aid and life saving
- Interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills
- Public relations
- Report writing skills
- Team work
Method of Application
Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials. Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:
The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
Candidates with foreign qualifications MUST submit a Certificate of Recognition from the Commission of University Education (CUE).
Pwani University is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their National Council for Persons with Disability (NCPWD) Certificate.
The deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday 28th May, 2025. Applications received later than this date will not be considered
Please Note that: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
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