Minimum Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be/have: -
- Holder of a PhD in Engineering (Geotechnical engineering/Mineral processing) from a recognized / accredited University;
- At least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or three (3) years’ experiences in research or in industry.
- A minimum of 24 publication points, of which sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers;
- Be registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
- Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
- Demonstrated potential for teaching and research.
Duties and Responsibilities at this level entails: -
- Teaching in the area of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
- Coordinating course projects and practical work;
- Preparing teaching/learning materials;
- Setting, invigilating and marking examinations/assignments;
- Carrying out research work in the field of Geotechnical engineering and Mineral processing;
- Preparing students progress reports;
- Developing proposals for research funding;
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An officer at this level will work under the supervision and guidance of the Assistant Dean of Students.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities at this level will entail: -
- Conducting client intake and individual counseling and guidance sessions;
- Maintaining consistent follow-up with the students to ensure sustainable improvement;
- Preparing materials to assist in organizing counseling seminars and workshops;
- Participating in student’s orientation exercise to familiarize them with counseling services at the University;
- Documenting and updating clients’ records;
- Maintaining safe custody and confidentiality of counseling records; and
- Participating in the recruitment and training of peer educators.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
- Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Psychiatry or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and accredited institution;
- Relevant technical and professional certification from a recognized institution;
- Valid practicing license from the relevant professional body; and
- Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
Terms of Service
- The position of Corporation Secretary, Assistant Student Counsellor III and Lecturer (Geotechnical engineering/Mineral processing) shall be on Permanent & Pensionable terms upon satisfactory completion of six (6) months probation period and subject to satisfactory performance as appraised by the respective supervisor.
Mode of Application
Applications should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts and any other relevant supporting documents.
Applicants should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three(3) referees and request their referees to send their confidential reports to
recruitmentfebruary2026@au.ac.ke or addressed to the undersigned to be received on or
before 27th February, 2026.
Five (5) copies of the application should be sent via registered mail or courier marked with the reference number to the under-signed. A ONE PDF running document of the application to be sent to recruitmentfebruary2026@au.ac.ke.
Applicants with foreign earned qualifications should have their certificates certified by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Successful Candidates shall be required to submit valid clearances from the following bodies;
- Kenya Revenue Authority
- Higher Education Loans Board
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- Registered Credit Reference Bureau
Applications should be received on or before 27th February, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.