Vacancies at Mount Kenya University

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must Have;

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Journalism, mass media, film, animation and related fields
• Specialization in Film & Virtual Production/Gaming & Extended Reality Development
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at Grade 9 or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

OR

• Diploma in Journalism, mass media, film, animation and related fields
• Specialization in Film & Virtual Production/Gaming & Extended Reality Development
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Head, Department of Journalism & Mass Communication

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication in the day-to-day activities in the journalism studios and laboratories.
• Setting up, testing and operating equipment to suit any film and gaming production.
• Guiding students in their practical undertakings.
• Providing technical support during outdoor recording and production.
• Ensure smooth functioning of the internet in the studio and laboratory.
• Monitoring the quality of productions for students’ projects.
• Recording and directing productions during events.
• Explore new ICT tools for maximizing effectiveness of the studio activities.
• Overseeing repair of studio equipment.
• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing studio equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance of all studio equipment including networking.
• Regular supervision and maintenance of computer and related accessories.
• Maintaining studio inventory.
• Supervising students’ practical sessions.
• Participating in maintaining the general safety of the studio
• Performing other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• A Diploma in Laboratory Science, Applied Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Technology, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• At least 3 years of work experience in a similar role.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in inventory management systems and basic computer applications.
• Knowledge of laboratory chemicals, consumables, and stores management procedures.
• Strong organizational, record-keeping and reporting skills.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal Laboratory Technologist

Duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain detailed records of purchases.
• Enter all chemicals, glassware and other lab consumables received into the computerized inventory.
• Forecast and maintain inventory levels of commonly used consumables and minor equipment to meet departmental needs.
• Maintain a stockroom of chemical supplies and apparatus to ensure availability of requested items.
• Record inventoried laboratory items in logbooks, stock cards, or computerized systems to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Compile reports of issuance and expenditures.
• Check incoming goods against delivery notes with respect to quantity, condition and specifications.
• Place goods according to designated storage locations and safety requirements.
• Maintain accuracy between physical stock balances and inventory records in the system.
• Conduct periodic stock taking and prepare stock reports and reconciliations.
• Ensure adequate stock levels and prevent stock-outs of laboratory supplies.
• Report inadequacies, damages or delays in supplies to the Principal Laboratory Technologist.
• Observe safety procedures in handling and storage of laboratory chemicals and materials.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the immediate supervisor.