Open Job Opportunities

South Eastern Kenya University has vacancies in the Division of Corporate Services and Division of Academics, Research and Innovation as listed below: -

1. DIVISION OF ACADEMICS, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

1. LECTURER GRADE 6A (FORMERLY GRADE 12A)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful candidates will be engaged on Permanent and Pensionable terms

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

The central role of the Lecturers is teaching & Supervision, research & innovation, and community outreach.

The key duties and responsibilities entail:

1. Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
2. Coordinating course projects and practical work;
3. Preparing teaching/learning materials;
4. Setting, invigilating and marking examinations/assignments;
5. Carrying out research work in relevant field or specialization;
6. Preparing students progress reports;
7. Developing proposals for research funding;
8. Writing journal articles and books;
9. Presenting academic papers in conferences/seminars/workshops or symposia;
10. Developing and reviewing academic programmes/curricula; and
11. Supervising Tutorial/Junior Research Fellows and students.
12. Undertake consultancies with local and international organizations within areas of expertise to enhance the image of the University;
13. Establish collaborative linkages and networks through communication, collaboration and participation for resource mobilization for the University;
14. Present research findings and innovations to international conferences in order to increase the visibility of the University and to influence international policy environment for improvement of life;
15. Engage with local and international stakeholders to establish linkages and networks in order to work together for the betterment of communities in various ways such as research and innovations;
16. Execute budgets for student field trips for academic exposure and the application of theory;
17. Control and manage research budgets to ensure accountability of allocated funds.

NB: PUBLICATION POINTS:

1. One university level scholarly book = 24 publication points;
2. Patented invention or innovation = 16 publications points;
3. One tertiary level scholarly book = 8 publication points;
4. One article in a refereed journal = 8 publication points;
5. Refereed learning modules = 6 publication points;
6. One chapter in a university level scholarly book = 6 publication points;
7. One reviewed conference paper = 4 publication points;
8. One secondary school level text book = 4 publication points;
9. Short communication in refereed journal = 4 publication points;
10. Consultancy and project reports = 4 publication points;
11. Refereed exhibitions and performances = 4 publication points;
12. One primary level primary book = 2 publication points;
13. Editorship of a book or conference proceedings = 2 publication points;
14. Scholarly presentations at conferences/workshops/seminars= 2 publication points;
15. One non-reviewed conference paper = 2 publication points.
16. Book review published in refereed journals = 1publication point.

REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT

1. POST OF LECTURER GRADE 6A (FORMERLY GRADE 12A) IN THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/01/11/2026 (1 POST) - RE-ADVERTISEMENT

SPECIALIZATION: PEDIATRIC NURSING

Requirements for appointment.

For appointment to this position the candidate must have:

1. An earned PhD. in Pediatric Nursing or equivalent Degree qualification in the relevant area from an accredited and recognized University.
2. Been registered with Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and with a valid practicing License.
3. Complied with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

OR

1. Have a Master’s degree in Pediatric Nursing or equivalent Degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University with at least three (3) years research/teaching/industry experience.
2. Have a minimum of twenty-four (24) publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
3. Been registered with Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and with a valid practicing License.
4. Complied with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

2. DIVISION OF CORPORATE SERVICES

1. POST OF SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT GRADE 8 REF: SEKU/ADV/AD/01/11/2026 (1 POST) ) - RE-ADVERTISEMENT

1. Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities entail assisting in:

1. Documenting and ensuring proper record keeping for events, activities and operations in in respective Divisions/Schools/ Departments/Sections.
2. Collecting, compiling and analsing of data.
3. Ensuring general cleanliness in offices and meeting rooms.
4. Maintaining records of University assets in respective areas.
5. Overseeing telephone and registry services in respective Divisions/Schools/ Departments/Sections.
6. Ensure provision of office accommodation for staff in in respective Divisions/Schools/ Departments/Sections.
7. Drafting reports and briefs.
8. Drafting of budgets and procurement plans.
9. Making requisitions for office stationery, equipment and furniture and other required materials.
10. Ensuring security of records, stationery, office equipment furniture etc.
11. Coordinating transport and logistics in respective Divisions/Schools/ Departments/Sections or Units.
12. Offering secretariat services to university committees.

2. Person Specification

For appointment to this post, a candidate must:

1. Have a Bachelors Degree in relevant field from an accredited and recognized university.
2. Have at least four (4) years relevant working experience.
3. Be a member of a recognized professional body (where applicable).
4. Knowledge of relevant legislations.
5. Have proficiency in computer applications.
6. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) on Leadership and Integrity.

All applications should be clearly marked with the reference number of the advertised position and submitted as follows:

1. Interested applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES of application letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic & Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials to the address below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the envelope.
2. Those who had applied earlier need not re-apply.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor,
Corporate Services
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. BOX 170-90200,
KITUI.

3. A MANDATORY electronically scanned copy of the application in PDF format (as one running document) to be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. latest by Wednesday, 2^nd December, 2026. INDICATE THE JOB APPLIED FOR AND REF: ON THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
4. All applications should be sent to the above address latest by Wednesday 2^nd December, 2026.
5. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
6. SEKU is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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