Vacancies at Kibabii University College

 KIBU/ACA/01/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• PhD or equivalent Doctoral degree from an accredited and recognized University in the relevant field;
• Served in the grade of an Associate Professor for a minimum period of three (3) years and with research experience;
• A minimum of sixty (60) publication points since attaining Associate Professorship orequivalent of which at least forty (40) should be from refereed scholarly journals;
• Supervised at least five (5) postgraduate students to completion, at least two (2) at doctoral level;
• Attracted research or development funds as an Associate Professor;
• Registered with relevant professional body (where applicable); and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance, leadership and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lecturing specific units of specialization in accordance with the curriculum;
• Setting, invigilating and marking examination/assignments;
• Assessing student’s performance and preparing students progress reports;
• Offering expertise in planning, directing organizing and coordinating;
• Coordinating research and training activities;
• Providing specialized inputs in lecturing, designing and development, preparing of unit
• course and training materials;
• Offering mentorship for Academic and Administrative staff;
• Presenting academic papers in seminars/workshops or symposia;
• Providing consultancy work and related research work;
• Representing School, Faculty and Institute in different University fora within and without where applicable;
• Offer expertise and review of the academic programmes/curricula;
• Supervising students projects, field trips and placements;
• Coordinating of course, project and practical work;
• Developing proposals to attract research grants;
• Community engagement; 
• Writing journal articles and books;
• Peer-reviewing of publications to in academic journals; and
• Developing linkages and collaborations for staff and student exchange programs.

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KIBU/ACA/02/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from a recognized/accredited University with at least three (3) years of teaching experience at the University level or in research or in industry;
• A minimum of 24 publication points, of which sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Demonstrated potential for teaching and research; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lecturing in 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 relevant field or specialization;
• Preparing students progress reports;
• Developing proposals for research funding;
• Writing journal articles and books;
• Presenting academic papers in conferences/seminars/workshops or symposia;
• Developing and reviewing academic programmes/curricula; and
• Supervising Tutorial/Junior Research Fellows and students.

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KIBU/ACA/03/2024 

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from a recognized/accredited University with at least three (3) years of teaching experience at the University level or in research or in industry;
• A minimum of 24 publication points, of which sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Demonstrated potential for teaching and research; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lecturing in 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 relevant field or specialization;
• Preparing students progress reports;
• Developing proposals for research funding;
• Writing journal articles and books;
• Presenting academic papers in conferences/seminars/workshops or symposia;
• Developing and reviewing academic programmes/curricula; and
• Supervising Tutorial/Junior Research Fellows and students.

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 KIBU/ACA/04/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Master’s degree from an accredited and recognized University in the relevant field;
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited and recognized University in the relevant field;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable); and
• Registerable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the curriculum up to Bachelors level;
• Preparing teaching/learning materials;
• Setting, invigilating and marking examination/assignments;
• Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Lecturer.
• Preparing students progress reports; and
• Preparing publications and/or books.

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 KIBU/ACA/05/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Master’s degree from an accredited and recognized University in the relevant field;
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited and recognized University in the relevant field;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable); and
• Registerable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the curriculum up to Bachelors level;
• Preparing teaching/learning materials;
• Setting, invigilating and marking examination/assignments;
• Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Lecturer.
• Preparing students progress reports; and
• Preparing publications and/or books.

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KIBU/ADM/01/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Master’s degree in Law (LLM) from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Deputy Chief Legal Officer Grade AD 14 or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• A valid Practicing Certificate from Law Society of Kenya;
• Certified Public Secretary of Kenya - CPS (K);
• Be registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries;
• Been an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• PhD in Law from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in Leadership/Governance course lasting not less than six (6) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in Computer Applications skills from a recognized institution;
• Registered with relevant professional body; and
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in legal work as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Ensuring compliance with Statutes, regulations and procedures; P
• Advising the Vice Chancellor and Council on legal obligations; a
• Drafting, reviewing and approving agreements, grant awards and contracts;
• Overseeing management of land assets and Intellectual Property;
• Keeping custody of legal and Council documents;
• Overseeing preparation of Council and legal reports;
• Overseeing review of legal policies and practices;
• Identifying, mitigating legal risks and developing remedial plans;
• Representing the University in litigation and developing case strategy;
• Ensuring Council resolutions, internal policies and procedures comply with legal provisions;
• Reviewing progress of outstanding litigation;
• Preparing Council notice, agenda and minutes;
• Attending Council meetings; and
• Preparing Council work plans.

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KIBU/ADM/02/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• PhD in Education, Psychology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from.a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Deputy Dean of Students Grade AD 14 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership/Governance Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Registration with a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results,

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• i. Liaising with other service Departments that affect Housing, Health, Catering, Sports and
• Welfare of students including Guidance, Counselling and Wardenship;
• ii. Advising the Students Association in matters concerning its functions and regulate
• expenditure of its finances;
• Administering the Students’ Organization of Kibabii University (SOKU) elections and to oversee a smooth transition from one outgoing Student Council to a new one;
• Arranging in conjunction with the students’ organization various types of entertainment for students and coordinate all other cultural activities and co-curricular activities;
• Processing students’ non-academic disciplinary cases them in consultation with the De Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Students Affairs) for the Students Disciplinary Committee;
• Supervising and coordinating all students’ publications and newspapers, maintain a  communication link (dialogue) between the University Management and the students through their organization;
• Helping in clearing students leaving/entering the country to/from other countries in conjunction with the Ministry in charge of Education and other relevant Government Agencies;
• Planning, preparing and directing students’ welfare activities;
• Keeping in safe eustody all SOKU equipment and maintain records for them; and
• Overseeing the management of students’ Centre facilities.

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KIBU/ADM/03/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• PhD in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option); or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

OR

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option); or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution with work experience of at least ten (10) years of which at least five (5) years asa Deputy Chief Internal Auditor grade AD 14 or its equivalent; :
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting or Finance option); Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Deputy Chief Internal Auditor Grade AD 14 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Part II] of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or Part II] of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Be Registered member (in good standing) of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK);
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership/Governance Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Have high integrity and professional standards; and
• Have outstanding professional competence and Managerial skills in Internal Audit work as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Developing and reviewing operational and management systems, policies and guidelines;
• Together with Internal Audit staff, formulating annual audit plan in consultation;
• Implementing annual audit plan and any other special assignments; 
• Coordinating Preparation of timely audit reports;
• Advising Management on relevant audit policies and procedures;
• Sensitizing staff on the role of Internal Audit operations;
• Presenting quarterly audit reports to the Vice Chancellor and the Audit Committee;
• Initiating development and review audit techniques, procedures and internal audit controls;
• Facilitating preparation and submission of audit reports;
• Implementing of annual audit work plans;
• Providing secretariat services to the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee;
• Developing and monitoring performance targets; and
• Managing and developing internal audit staff.

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KIBU/ADM/04/2024

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• PhD in Library and Information Sciences or related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Served in the grade of Deputy University Librarian Grade AD 14 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Published a minimum of three articles in peer reviewed journals;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Programme/Governance Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated professional and administrative ability required for efficient performance of duties at this level; and
• Registered with relevant professional body.

Duties and Responsibilities

The University Librarian will be the head of Library Services. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Being the custodian of academic resources of the University;
• Regularly reviewing academic resources and submitting a report;
• Making proposals for developing of library policies;
• Implementing Library policy;
• Coordinating all the Library services in the University;
• Preparing and submitting proposals for acquisition of library materials;
• Acquiring and conserving library research materials;
• Be responsible for organizing and operating of library services;
• Adopting and adhering to library standards;
• Managing the provision of conducive reading space for library users;
• Establishing and facilitating the use of the e-Library;
• Facilitating the networking and exchanging of materials with other libraries locally and internationally;
• Making proposals for acquisition and conservation of library research materials;
• Promoting provision of library supporting services; and
• Undertaking such other official assignments as may be assigned from time to time by the
• Vice-Chancellor or his/her authorized officer.

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KIBU/ADM/05/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• PhD degree in any of the following disciplines - Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics; Procurement and Contract Management; Business Administration (Purchasing and Supplies) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines - Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics; Procurement and Contract Management; Business Administration (Purchasing and Supplies) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines - Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Purchasing and Supplies Management; Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Contract Management; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Deputy Chief Supply Chain Management Officer Grade AD 14 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership/ Governance Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Be a member of the Institute of Purchasing and Supplies or any other recognized professional body;
• Have Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
• Have demonstrated outstanding professional competence and managerial skills in supply chain management as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Formulating and reviewing procurement policies, strategies, regulations and procedures;
• Planning, organizing and coordinating Supply Chain Management Functions;
• Overseeing purchasing, and control of materials;
• Ensuring proper interpretation of procurement policies, regulations and procedures;
• Spearheading the preparation and implementation of the Procurement manual and templates;
• Coordinating internal auditing and evaluation of supply chain management processes;
• Overseeing periodic valuation of the Organization’s assets;
• Initiating disposal of unserviceable, obsolete and surplus stores and equipment;
• Monitoring and evaluating suppliers’ performance; 7
• Ensuring periodic market research and surveys of goods and services;
• Negotiating major procurement contracts;
• Overseeing implementation and effective use of e-Procurement system;
• Coordinating preparation and consolidating Procurement budgets and plans;
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards relating to Procurement of goods, services and works;
• Ensuring timely Procurement of goods, services and works; ,
• Overseeing safe Custody of procured goods;
• Liaising with suppliers to ensure that all queries are dealt with;
• Initiating periodic stock taking and stock audit;
• Secretary to Procurement, Disposal and Tender Committees;
• Managing and developing staff;
• Coordinating implementation and Monitoring of Procurement and Disposal Plans;
• Overseeing preparation of statutory reports;
• Conducting training needs assessment;
• Overseeing performance contract reporting;
• Deployment of staff in liaison with the Vice Chancellor;
• Giving recommendations and professional opinion to the Vice Chancellor on award of tenders and disposal; and
• Ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement Law.

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KIBU/ADM/06/2024

Requirements for Appvintment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (Plus) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• A. valid driving license free from any Current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle (s) an officer is required to drive;
• Served in the grade of Driver II Grade AD 3 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Passed the Occupational Trade Test Grade I];
• Public Service Vehicle,(PSV) certificate;
• Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• A refresher courses for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years from  a recognized institution;
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
• Attended a First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability in driving and maintenance of veliicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving a motor-vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out minor mechanical repairs;
• Security of the vehicle on and off the road;
• Safety of passengers and /or goods therein;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the assigned vehicles and carrying out routine checks on the
• vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and break systems, tyre pressure;
• Carrying out minor repairs including oiling and greasing;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicle assigned;
• Ensuring the vehicle has the necessary documentation; and
• Ensuring the vehicle has relevant repair tools and serviced on time.