Career Opportunities at Karatina University

The objective of the Youth Internship program is to provide Kenyan youth between 21 to 29 years of age, with an opportunity for on-the job experience and to develop their ability to successfully take up employment opportunities in the financial services sector and related fields.

Karatina University invites suitably qualified and interested candidates from Universities and Colleges to apply for Internship for a period of three (3) months, effective January to March and April to June 2019. Successful candidates will be placed in the HR and Admin, Legal and Food Science & Technology Departments:

Requirements

• Application Letter;
• A degree or Diploma from a recognized university;
• Copies of academic transcripts;
• Recommendation letter from the Institution;
• Copy of National Identification card;
• A valid certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Personal accident insurance to cover for personal risks lasting for internship period;
• Medical insurance cover by the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) or any other reputable medical insurance firm; and
• A copy of PIN certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.

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GRADE 12: KarU/HR/LEC/2018

Specialization

Nursing

Job Description

• Teach and assess courses in the discipline at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Supervise undergraduate projects and other experiential learning programmes
• Supervise dissertations/theses at graduate level.
• Participate in the development of undergraduate and postgraduate courses
• Initiate, promote and participate in research projects
• Provide professional and community services and initiate linkages and fundraising.
• Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Job Specification

• Earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an credited and recognized University; and be registered or registrable with the relevant professional body
  OR
• A master’s degree in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized University (in special cases) with at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level or in research or in industry: and
• A minimum of 24 publication points of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers; and
• Registered with the relevant professional body;
• For Nursing Lecturers candidates must have a valid practice license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.

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GRADE 11: KarU/HR/TF/2018

Specializations

• Nutrition (1 Position)
• Crop Science (1 Position)

Job Description

• Teach and assess courses in the discipline at undergraduate level
• Supervise undergraduate projects and other experiential learning programmes
• Supervise projects at undergraduate level.
• Participate in the development of undergraduate courses
• Initiate, promote and participate in research projects
• Provide professional and community services and initiate linkages and fundraising.
• Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Job Specification

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s degree qualification from accredited and recognized University in the relevant field:Be registered for a Doctor of
• Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification;
• Valid registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Must have a valid practice license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.

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GRADE 10: KarU/HR/NSL.NO/2018

Job Description

• Provide support in teaching and assessing courses in the discipline at undergraduate level
• Guide and supervise undergraduate projects and other experiential learning programmes
• Guide and supervise experiments/practicals
• Initiate, promote and participate in research projects
• Provide professional and community services.
• Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Job Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution;
• At least five (5) years relevant work experience;
• Evidence of continuing professional development;
• Knowledge of Information Communication Technology;
• Valid registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

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GRADE 10: KARU/HR/CI.NO/2018

Job Description

• Provide support in teaching and assessing courses in the discipline at undergraduate
  level
• Guide and supervise undergraduate projects and other experiential learning programmes
• Guide and supervise experiments/practicals
• Initiate, promote and participate in research projects
• Provide professional and community services.
• Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Job Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution;
• At least five (5) years relevant work experience;
• Evidence of continuing professional development;
• Knowledge of Information Communication Technology.
• Valid registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Must have a valid practice license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.

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GRADE 14: KarU/HR/DR(ARSA)/2018

Job Description

Work at this level entails planning, policy formulation and general administration of the various administrative and/or academic activities in the University administration. In addition, management of the various departments within the administrative and/or academic divisions with regard to the legal instruments and regulations governing the management and administration of University resources in general and within their respective departments, staff
development and capacity building, procurement. Specifically, duties and responsibilities will include:

• Coordination of all academic functions of the University making sure all university programmes are updated, relevant and market driven
• Coordination of all research activities in the University in liaise with Registrar (ARSA) to ensure that the University is proactive in its core mandate of research and contribution to knowledge pool nationally and internationally
• Ensuring implementation of policy guidelines in the academic division including effective development, review and interpretation of the curriculum to ensure it matches laid down standards and market requirements.
• Facilitation of capacity building activities for the staff in the division to realize optimum
  performance while ensuring that all academic staff materials and facilities are availed on
  time to ensure effective and optimum utilization of the said resources
• Participating in preparation of policy guidelines on creation, use and dissemination of knowledge while ensuring that both academic and student affairs matters and interest are well taken care of
• Collecting and collating data on research activities in University, for Performance Contracting and guide decision making with regard to effective and productive areas that may require support and or changes.
• Liaising with Registrar (ARSA) on generating, analyzing and recommending proposals for funding to diversify sources of funds for the University and develop capacity among the teaching staff and students.
• Facilitating presentations and guidance to research and attendance supports in to line with University mandate and as provided for in the university statute.

Job Specifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution
• At least four (4) years relevant work experience at the level of Senior Assistant Registrar or a comparable position.
• Knowledge of Information Communication Technology.
• Membership registration with relevant professional body.
• Should be a person of high integrity
• Doctorate Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Evidence of participation and contribution in academic seminars, workshops and conferences.

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GRADE 13: KarU/HR/DRM/2018

Job Description

• Lead the development of a fundraising strategy to meet strategic requirements of the University;
• Provide advice on institutional donor requirements and private foundations including reporting timelines and expectations;
• Conducting research on potential donors/partners such as trusts, foundations, companies and high net worth individuals, etc., finding a match with partners whose philanthropic or funding criteria match the University’s vision and activities;
• Support proposal development through coordinating the establishment of proposal development working groups with representatives from key departments (on an as needed basis);
• Work closely with all RM working groups to ensure a timely submission of proposals and concept notes to donors;
• The chair the Resource Mobilization committee;
• Advice the University on potential funding opportunities and changes in donor priorities;
• Develop, maintain and update partners of Karatina University databases to record their contacts and preference information;
• Raising awareness of Karatina University and its work at the County, National levels and international level;
• Maintain up to date knowledge on donor funded projects;
• Ensure reporting is completed to the donor in a timely manner;
• Support the drafting of external reports and work with Programme teams to finalize these in accordance with donor requirements and timelines;
• Maintain a network of corporate contacts and effectively manage and maximize the
  relationships;
• Prepare resource mobilization work plans and up to date development plans;
• Provide a focal point of contact for any RM related matters;
• Ensure effective and efficient accountability mechanisms are put place;
• Coordinate the appraisal and phase out process RMAs and ensure all are in line with the University RM Policy;
• Monitor and advice the implementation of RMAs and report on compliance;
• Mentor, coach and counsel staff;
• Manage & co-ordinate all the directorate work, ensuring correct, full transparent and accountable financial, administrative and operational procedures are followed
• Manage staff performance and provide regular feedback to staff, including interns and volunteers on their performance;
• Identify training needs of staff, including volunteers, and assist to create individual development plans
• Report to the Vice Chancellor and submit regular reports, at least quarterly; and
• Other responsibilities assigned by the Vice Chancellor

Job Specification

• Minimum Master’s degree in Finance, Economics and Business Administration, social sciences, International Relations, Marketing, Communications, humanities,
  development studies, Public Relations,
• Excellent English language skills (written, spoken, reasoning and analytical skills)
• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience in developing resource mobilization strategies or partnerships building with organizations;
• Established track record in fund raising and public-private sector partnerships and proficiency in business planning, project/program proposal writing
• Experience in developing successful proposals to institutional donors, trusts and foundations, high net worth individuals and corporates
• Proficiency in using applications software such as spreadsheet, Power Point, word processing, and project management tools
• In-depth exposure to the use of various media platforms such as print, electronic/ online, and social media, for communication and brand building is desirable;
• Results-oriented, accountable, proactive and able to work with a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience in grants management, monitoring, assessments and reviews
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills

NB: This employment is a three (3) years contract

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GRADE 13: KarU/HR/SADOS/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level entails Providing parental supervision and direction to the students; Raising the level of students educational and cultural awareness;
• Providing opportunity to explore educational career interests;
• Facilitating informal contacts with faculty and administrative staff;
• Contributing to development through group interactions and opportunity for leadership experiences and helping in planning and engaging them in productive leisure experiences; developing a sense of community belonging within the halls of Residence;
• Participating in building self-confidence, assertiveness and respectability in students as well as advise them on their sexual responsibility and helping to maintain discipline within the halls of residence and any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer.

Job Specification

• Masters Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution
• At least eleven (11) years work experience in the relevant field
• Knowledge of Information Communication Technology
• Membership registration with a relevant professional body
• Doctorate degree is an added advantage

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GRADE 11 : KarU/HR/AGT/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level entails training and coaching of different sports, organizing practice and build up matches for specified teams;
• Undertaking the umpiring and refereeing duties, taking charge of games and trips,
• Motivating students to participate in sports and games,
• Designing and implementing income generating units organizing non-competitive games and sports, supervision of staff, staff development and capacity building and any and information skills;
• Supervision, staff development and capacity building. In addition provide electronic information and any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer.

Job Specifications

• Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution;
• At least seven (7) years relevant work experience.
• Good knowledge of Information Communication Technology.
• Membership registration to a relevant professional body.
• Masters Degree is an added advantage

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GRADE 10: KarU/HR/ANA/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level entails installation, configuration and maintenance Network Security Tools e.g firewall. anti-virus, Intrusion detection systems. Identify, troubleshoot, solve and document network connectivity and performance issues.
• Monitor network performance and optimize the network for optimal speed and availability.
• Deploy, configure and upgrade network software, such as, enterprise antivirus or diagnostics programs. Implement and maintain emergency backup and restore systems for mission-critical servers.
• Installation, configuration and maintenance of software and Management information systems (Microsoft Navision 2017);
• Manage new/existing user accounts for the internal network domain and any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer.

Job Specification

• Bachelors Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution
• At least eleven (11) years relevant work experience
• Membership registration in a relevant professional body
• Masters Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution and any other professional qualifications is an added advantage.

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GRADE 9: Karu/HR/STEC/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level will entail collection and preparation of teaching and research materials;
• Initiating procurement processes for Laboratory/Workshop tools, materials, machines and equipment.
• In addition design Laboratory/Workshop arrangements and assist in carrying out various laboratory/workshop field activities.
• Besides, an employee at this level will be expected to carry our analytical work in specialized fields and any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer.

Job Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in addition to Higher National Diploma with three (3) years laboratory working experience in a relevant field or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge in information communication technology
• First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety Training
• Membership of a professional body where applicable

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GRADE 8: KarU/HR/DBA/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level entails:
• Administer the modules of the different departments in the ERP Microsoft Navision 2017 system
• Customize, support and maintain Microsoft NAV applications on C/SIDE environment using C/AL programming and SQL 2016.
• Sustaining database security and integrity of data by assigning rights and privileges of users.
• Perform daily Backups and periodic recovery using SQL Server Management Studio 2016. This includes developing, managing and testing back-up and recovery plans for client and server machines.
• Software Installation and configuration of databases and test environments as well as documenting
• Sustaining database security and integrity of data by creating users and assigning permissions based on the level of access on the database
• Performance Monitoring and database tuning on the indexes and queries
• Troubleshoot various problems that arise and fix the issues; Document major changes to the servers
  
  Create and maintain SQL queries
• User training and supervision of ICT applications related activities in various departments
• Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security and ensuring that they are addressed
• Installing and Upgrade of new applications and customizing existing applications in order to make it fit for purpose, in liaison with the developers/ vendors.
• Facilitate Service Level Agreement (SLA) negotiations for external technology deliveries
• Working with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 and SQL Server 2012 Report Builder 3.0 in designing the needed reports in the Development system and
   
• Any other duty as may be assigned by a senior officer

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution
• At least three (3) years relevant work experience from an institution of higher learning or a large commercial enterprise.
• Any other professional qualifications will be an added advantage

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GRADE 4: KarU/HR/AMBd/2018

Job Description

• Work at this level entails operation of vehicles, detection and reporting common faults,
• Keeping the vehicles clean, carrying out minor repairs including oiling and greasing, maintenance of work ticket for vehicles as assigned, ensuring safety of the vehicle and any other duties as may, be assigned by a senior officer.

Job Specification

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of at least D+ (plus) or its equivalent
• Valid driving license classes BCE free from any endorsement
• P.S.V license for bus and mini/bus (for bus and minibus drivers)
• At least seven (7) years driving experience as an ambulance driver
• Certificate of Good conduct
• Occupational trade Test III.
• Basic certificate on first Aid
• Computer literacy
• Occupational/Motor Vehicle Mechanic Trade Test II will be an added advantage
• Accident free record or if any the records show that they were not in any way attributable to the drivers negligence

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing Terms and Conditions of Service.