Vacancy Announcements at Maasai Mara University

REF: MMARA-U/PROF-HM/JUNE/01/2026 - PROFESSOR (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT), GRADE 15 - 1 POST
Job Specifications
For appointment to this position an applicant must have:

• PhD or its academic equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited University;
• At least three (3) years of teaching and research since being appointed Associate Professor;
• At least five (5) articles in refereed journals (ten (10) equivalent publication points) since attaining Associate Professorship;
• Supervised at least six (6) postgraduate students to completion, two (2) of whom must be
• Doctoral students;
• Attracted research funds since attaining Associate Professorship;
• Evidence of membership of professional societies;
• Evidence of continued research and effective teaching;
• Recognized and registered/ have potential to be registered by relevant professional boards;
• Evidence of contribution to University life as well as national and international life;
• Evidence of academic leadership in his/her area of specialization;
• Demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource mobilization;
• Meet requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Job Description

• Reporting to the head of department, the main duties will include:
• Providing academic leadership to members of lower academic grades, this being a supervisory role;
• Training undergraduate and graduate students;
• Developing and planning new programmes e.g. Diploma and Degrees;
• Carrying out supervision of projects/research by students;
• Coordinating preparation, conducting, and marking examinations for undergraduate and graduate students;
• Participate in development and preparation of Faculty Development Plan;
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/SNRLEC-URP/JUNE/02/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must: -

• Have a PhD degree or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited University;
• Have at least three (3) years of teaching or research experience at University level since becoming Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Have a minimum of three (3) publications in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer /Research Fellow; (Minimum publication score Six (6) points as per the MMara-U Publications Grading structure);
• Should have supervised four (4) postgraduate master’s degree candidates or attracted researchfunds;
• Be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Have attended and contributed at learning conferences, seminars or workshops;
• Show evidence of continued research and evaluated effective teaching;
• Show evidence of contribution to university life through active participation in departmental matters, student’s academic advising, faculty and University meetings, committee membership and others; and
• Show evidence of contribution to University life as well as national and international life.

Job Description

• Reporting to the head of department, the main duties will include:
• To carry out practical and theoretical teaching of both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Developing client driven quality programs;
• Articulating the mission of the department in the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/SNRLEC-HM/JUNE/03/202

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must: -

• Have a PhD degree or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited University;
• Have at least three (3) years of teaching or research experience at University level since becoming Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Have a minimum of three (3) publications in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer /Research Fellow; (Minimum publication score Six (6) points as per the MMara-U Publications Grading structure);
• Should have supervised four (4) postgraduate master’s degree candidates or attracted researchfunds;
• Be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Have attended and contributed at learning conferences, seminars or workshops;
• Show evidence of continued research and evaluated effective teaching;
• Show evidence of contribution to university life through active participation in departmental matters, student’s academic advising, faculty and University meetings, committee membership and others; and
• Show evidence of contribution to University life as well as national and international life.

Job Description

• Reporting to the head of department, the main duties will include:
• To carry out practical and theoretical teaching of both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Developing client driven quality programs;
• Articulating the mission of the department in the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/SNRLEC-REL/JUNE/04/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must: -

• Have a PhD degree or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited University;
• Have at least three (3) years of teaching or research experience at University level since becoming Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Have a minimum of three (3) publications in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer /Research Fellow; (Minimum publication score Six (6) points as per the MMara-U Publications Grading structure);
• Should have supervised four (4) postgraduate master’s degree candidates or attracted researchfunds;
• Be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Have attended and contributed at learning conferences, seminars or workshops;
• Show evidence of continued research and evaluated effective teaching;
• Show evidence of contribution to university life through active participation in departmental matters, student’s academic advising, faculty and University meetings, committee membership and others; and
• Show evidence of contribution to University life as well as national and international life.

Job Description

• Reporting to the head of department, the main duties will include:
• To carry out practical and theoretical teaching of both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Developing client driven quality programs;
• Articulating the mission of the department in the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-SP/JUNE/05/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-VI/JUNE/06/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-PH/JUNE/07/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-BE/JUNE/08/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-K/JUNE/09/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-VM/ JUNE /10/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-T/ JUNE 11/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-NURLM/ JUNE /12/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-NUMSN/ JUNE /13/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-ND/ JUNE 14/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-AGRI/JUNE/15/2026
Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.

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REF: MMARA-U/LEC-AGRI/JUNE/15/2026

Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have: -

• A PhD degree in relevant area of specialization from a recognized and accredited University;

OR

• A Master’s degree in addition to a first degree from a recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level degree and at least two (2) publications in refereed journal(s) (Minimum publication score four (4) points as per the MMaraU
• Publications Grading structure). (for specialized areas only); and
• Be registered by relevant professional body (where applicable).

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, the main duties will include:
• Teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students;
• Articulating the mission of the department and the University;
• Initiating planning and conducting research;
• Developing teaching materials;
• Supervising post graduate students in research activities;
• Participating in development and preparation of Faculty development plan;
• Attending and participating in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields;
• Participating in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of curricula activities in the department;
• Setting, processing and marking examinations; and
• May be assigned or delegated other duties and responsibilities by the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of Faculty or Chairman of Department as deemed necessary by such officers.
   

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REF: MMARA-U/DCC/JUNE/16/2026 - DEPUTY CHIEF COUNSELOR, GRADE 13 - 1 POST

Job specification

For appointment to this position, one must have:-

• Master’s Degree in Counselling or a Master’s Degree in any of the Social Science with a PostGraduate Diploma in Counselling from a recognized institution;
• Relevant experience of at least three (3) years;
• Diploma in Counsellor Supervision Course;
• Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks;
• Trainer of Facilitation Course in Psychological Counselling lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
• Psychological Debriefing Course lasting not less than one week;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications;
• Registered with the Kenya Counselling Association (KCA);
• Demonstrated merit and ability in management of counselling services;
• Proven professional competence in developing counselling strategic and operational plans.

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, duties and responsibilities will include: -
• Developing, reviewing and coordinating counselling policies;
• Supervising and preparing quarterly budget for counselling report;
• Coordinating, monitoring and evaluating counselling projects and programs;
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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REF: MMARA-U/SMO/ JUNE/17/2026 - SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER, GRADE 13) - 1 POST

Job specification

For appointment to this position, one must have:-

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree obtained from a recognized university;
• Worked for at least five (5) years as a Medical Officer;
• Masters in Medicine or Public Health will be an added advantage;
• Be registered with Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board;
• Evidence of continuing professional development;
• Demonstrated ability, initiative and professional competence in organizing, directing and executing work at this level.

Job Description

• Reporting to the head of department, the main duties will include:
• Management of the University Medical Centre.
• Expected to ensure smooth running of the clinical services.
• Organizing, planning and controlling resources available at the University’s Medical Centre.
• Participating in planning and development committees and involved in the overall
• management and implementation of projects for health services development.
• Controlling of supplies.
• Involvement in the development and training of staff.
• Providing specialized services in various discipline such as medicine, surgery and other specialties.
• Managing of medical stores, plant and equipment in use in relevant specialization.
• Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. 

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Job specification
For appointment to this position, one must have:-

• KCSE Certificate (C-) with at least (C-) in English;
• Typewriting III (50 w.p.m);
• Office Management III;
• Business English III;
• Secretarial Studies II;
• Commerce II;
• Shorthand III (120 w.p.m);
• Office Practice II;
• The above qualification should be from KNEC.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs;
• Master’s Degree in the relevant field;
• Exemplary work performance; and
• Three (3) years’ experience as Executive Secretary II

Job Description

• Reporting to the Head of Department, duties and responsibilities will include: -
• Preparing and booking all meetings for the officer to whom assigned;
• Operating and managing Office Float for the officer to whom assigned;
• Ordering and controlling office stationery for the office;
• Managing, administering and coordinating all in-coming and out-going mails/correspondence;
• Booking appointments/updating and maintaining the Diary for the officer to whom assigned;
• Public relations/Front desk operation for the officer to whom assigned;
• Filing/Retrieval and maintaining of records for the office;
• Acting as Secretariat to some meetings;
• Supervising staff under him/her; and
• Any other duties that may be assigned/directed by the immediate supervisor

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REF: MMARA-U/IA/ JUNE /19/2026 – INTERNAL AUDITOR I, GRADE 12 - 1 POST

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Department, duties and responsibilities will include: -

• Preparing audit reports;
• Carry out review of audit systems and procedures;
• Ensuring implementation of Audit policies;
• Ensuring the implementation of the audit plan and programmes;
• Supervising assigned staff;
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job specification

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration) or its equivalent from a recognized University;
• CPA Final or CIA Final (Certified Internal Auditor);
• Membership registration with ICPA(K);
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Shown unquestionable integrity;
• Served in the grade of Internal Auditor II for at least a period of 3 years;
• Shown merit and ability in work performance and results;
• Masters Degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage

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REF: MMARA-U/ACC-II/ JUNE /20/2026 – ACCOUNTANT II, GRADE 11- 1 POST

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Department, duties and responsibilities will include: -

• In charge of a section;
• Preparing ledger accounts;
• Supervising staff in the section;
• Custodian of accountable documents;
• Preparing final accounts;
• Verify accountable documents under the section;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Job specification
For appointment to this position, an officer must have:-

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting) or equivalent;
• CPA final ;
• Membership registration with ICPAK ;
• Skills in Accounting Software Applications e.g SAGE, ACCPAC, PASTEL;
• Served in the grade of Assistant Accountant I for at least three years;
• Shown outstanding merit and ability in work performance and results;
• Shown unquestionable integrity;