Meru University College of Science and Technology Job Vacancies

Academic Positions

Meru University College of Science and Technology, a constituent College of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology wishes to fill the academic positions in the following departments;

(i) Computer Science and Information Technology,

(ii) Commerce.

General Requirements.

Senior Lecturer - MUCST/ACA/01

Applicant must have a PhD plus at least three years of teaching/research at University as a lecturer/research fellow. In addition, the candidate must have published at least three papers in refereed journals or one University level book since her/his last appointment.

Applicant must demonstrate ability to supervise postgraduate students

A successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, to initiate and implement research and extension projects.

Lecturer-MUCST/ACA/02

An applicant must have either a PhD in the relevant field or a Masters degree in addition to a Bachelor's degree plus two years of University teaching or research experience and at least three papers in a refereed journal. Successful candidate will be expected to teach, conduct research and supervise undergraduate students.

Assistant Lecturer - MUCST/ACA/03

Must have a Masters degree in addition to a Bachelor's degree plus two years of University teaching or research experience. Successful candidate will be expected to teach, conduct research and supervise undergraduate students.

Library

Senior Librarian Grade 13 - MUCST/LIB/01

An applicant must possess M.A/M Sc. in Library/Information Science and 5 years experience in a University/research library in grade 12 or equivalent or be a holder of PhD in Library/ information Science. In both cases he/she must have experience in ICT application in academic/research library environment. They must also have experience in management of library operations.

Successful candidate will undertake a variety of library work including spearheading development of loan systems, managing library staff, building the stock and arranging for access to e-resources.

Library Attendant Grade5/6 - MUCST/LIB/02

A candidate must have a good KCSE Certificate, hold a Diploma in Information Science and have at least 2 years working experience in a busy organization. Successful candidate will be assigned operational duties in the library.

Procurement Department

Assistant Procurement Officer- Grade 8 - MUCST/PRC/01

A candidate must have either

(i) a Bachelor's degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or

(ii) a Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Economics plus a Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management, or

(iii) other equivalent qualifications.

In addition, a candidate must have at least 3 years experience in procurement.

Duties of successful candidate will include the following:

• Receive requisition for users for purchase of goods and services and confirm correct specification and deliveries requested;
  
• obtain quotation or tenders from suppliers, evaluate them and seek approvals;
  
• place orders or arrange for confronts,
• monitor deliveries and ensure that original terms have been adhered to.

Procurement Assistant II/Stores Assistant II Grade 7 - MUCST/PRC/02

An applicant should be a holder of a good KCE/KCSE Certificate and also have a Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management from a University or should have completed the final stage of a Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management from Government Training Institute or the final stage of Chartered Institute of Purchasing Supplies and also have a minimum of three years experience in a busy procurement/supplies/stores department.

Senior Store Clerks Grade 5 - MUCST/PRC/03

An applicant should be a holder of a good KCE/KCSE Certificate, and an Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supplies Management from a recognized institution and have at least 3 years experience in a busy store.

Dean of Students Office

Students Counselor Grade 12 - MUCST/DSO/01

A candidate should be a holder of a Masters degree in counseling or Education Psychology from a recognized university with at least four (4) years work experience in counseling students in a University or comparable Institution. Successful candidates will be responsible for counseling students and staff with social, psychological or health related problems.

Finance

Senior Accountant Grade 13 - MUCST/FIN/01

A candidate must have either (i) a Masters degree in accounting and be CPA (K) or (ii) an MBA plus CPA (K) and in both cases have at least five years working experience in Grade 12. Successful candidate will be in charge of financial accounting.

Assistant Internal Auditor Grade 8 - MUCST/FIN/02

A candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting option), be a Certified Public Accountant in Kenya (CPA(K)), have at least 3 years experience in a similar position, and be familiar with Kenya Government's procurement and Audit policies and practice.

Successful candidate will be required to undertake a variety of auditing work including

(i) carrying out regular audits to ensure compliance with approved management policies, procedures and control system,

(ii) reviewing and recommending sound internal control systems,

(iii) carry out special audit assignments and investigations,

(iv) developing and reviewing of audit manuals,

(v) preparation of audit plans.

Assistant Accountant I &II Grade 7/8 -MUCST/FIN/03

A candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting option), be a Certified Public Accountant in Kenya (CPA(K)), have at least five (5) years experience in a similar position, and be familiar with Kenya Government's procurement and Audit policies and practice.

Account Assistant II Grade 6 - MUCST/FIN/04

An applicant should be a holder of a good KCE/KCSE Certificate and should have CPA part 2 Section 4, and have at least five (5) years experience at the level of Grade 5.

Assistant Accounting I Grade 5 - MUCST/FIN/05

An applicant should be a holder of a good KCE/KCSE Certificate and should have CPA part 2 Section 3, and have at least five (5) years experience at the level of grade 4.

Administration

Senior Assistant Registrar (Human Resource Officer) Grade 13 -MUCST/ADM/01

A candidate must be a holder of a Masters degree plus a Bachelor's degree from a recognized University with a strong bias in human resource management with at least six years relevant experience, in a University or comparable organization. A law qualification will be an added advantage. Successful candidate will be responsible for general administration of staff affairs including staff recruitment, development, and training and other personnel duties.

Senior Assistant Registrar Grade 13 MUCST/ADM/03

Applicants should be holders of a Masters degree from a recognized University in Management or related discipline, with a minimum of five (5) years experience at the level of Assistant Registrar or equivalent position in a large educational Institution. The ideal candidates should have thorough knowledge of the administrative procedures of universities. They must demonstrate effective communication skills and ability to supervise staff in the section/ department. Proficiency in Information Technology is mandatory.

Assistant Registrar Grade 12 - MUCST/ADM/03

Applicants should be holders of a Master Degree from a recognized university in Management or related disciplines, with at least three (3) years working experience gained in the University or large educational institution. Or a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five (5) years working experience at the level of Grade 10/11 or equivalent.

Senior Administrative Assistant Grade 9/10 - MUCST/ADM/04

Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University and at least five (5) years relevant working experience in University administration or a large educational institution at the level of Administrative Assistant.

Administrative Assistant Grade 8 - MUCST/ADM/05

Applicants should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Administration or equivalent from recognized University. The applicants must have worked for at least three (3) years in a large organization preferably in Institution of Higher learning. Knowledge of computer systems, computer applications and project management will be an added advantage.

Catering

Senior Cateress Grade 10 -MUCST/CAT/01

Applicants should be holders of a degree in hotel management, candidates will be required to have at least five (5) years experience at level of grade 8.

Technical Grades, Computer & IT Departments

Senior Technician Grade 10 - MUCST/TEC/01

An applicant should be a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.

In addition, the applicant should have at least three (3) years of relevant work experience as a technician in a University or equivalent research institution.

Applicant must have good working knowledge in and experience in hardware, networking software, Linux, managing servers, knowledge in wireless communication devices, and major PC applications. CISCO certification will be an added advantage.

The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical/laboratory classes and research projects for both undergraduate students under guidance of academic members of staff in their respective departments.

Senior Technician Grade 8 - MUCST/TEC/02

An applicant should be a holder of Higher Diploma (or it equivalent) in Computer studies from a recognized post-secondary institution. In addition, the applicant should have at least two (2) years of relevant work experience as an assistant technician or technician in a University or equivalent research institution.

Applicant must have good working knowledge in wireless communication devices, and major PC applications. CISCO certification will be an added advantage.

The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical/laboratory exercises for undergraduate and diploma students.

Technician Grade 5/6 - MUCST/TEC/03

An applicant must possess good KCSE/KCE academic certificate, be a holder of an ordinary diploma in information technology or Computer studies, and have three years experience as a technician.

A candidate should also have working knowledge of ICT applications. A successful candidate should be able to operate and maintain computer hardware and software and assist in student laboratory and research work.

Terms of Service

Appointments will be offered on Permanent and Pensionable Terms subject to successful completion of probation. Appointments on contract terms are also possible. Benefits include: A contributory pension scheme or payment of gratuity for those on contract terms, non-contributory medical scheme, generous housing allowance and paid leave among others.

Salary Scales in Kshs Per Month

• Senior Lecturer: KShs.57,600 x 3,600 - KShs.86,400 per month.
  
• Lecturer/Research Fellow: KShs.50,400 x 3,150 - KShs.75,600 per month.
• Assistant Lecturer: KShs.38,400 x 2,400 - KShs.75,600 per month.
• Senior Assistant Registrar/Senior Accountant/Senior Internal Auditor Grade 13 KShs.60,214 x 2,003 - 66,223 x 2,273 - 75,315 x 2,550 - 80,415 per month.
  
• Assistant Registrar/Accountant/Students Counselor Grade 12. KShs.52,931 x 1,760 - 58,211 x 2,003 - 66,223 x 2,273 - 70,769 per month.

Application Procedure

Interested and suitable candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of telephone contact, e-mail address, current position remuneration, names and contact of three referees to the address indicated below so as to reach him not later than Tuesday 14th April, 2009.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Principal,
Meru University College of Science and Technology,
P.O. Box 972-60200,
Meru.

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Administration Assistant Job Vacancy

We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate for the above position:

Qualifications:

* Relevant professional qualifications
* 5 years relevant work experience
* Conversant with current trends in the tourism, hospitality and business environment
* Age 30 years and above.

Qualified candidates to send their applications along with a detailed CV on or before Tuesday 17th February 2009 to:

The Managing Director
Air travel & related Studies center
P.O Box 70481-00400
Nairobi Or E-mail to admin @ airtravelstudies.co.ke

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Senior Administrative Officer, P5 Job Vacancy: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Closing date: 15 May 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

The Ozone Secretariat is the Secretariat for the Vienna Convention (VC) for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and for the Montreal Protocol (MP) on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. This post is located in the Ozone Secretariat of the United Nations Environment Program / Executive Office (UNEP/EO) in the Nairobi duty station.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Executive Secretary, the Senior Administrative Officer will:

1. General Administration:

a) Ensure successful completion of all annual activities of the Secretariat, which include: management of the Secretariat’s human, financial and physical requirements; administration of its resources; convening, servicing and providing administrative and financial services, as well as conference arrangements to the annual meetings of the Parties, meetings of the Montreal Protocol and Vienna Convention Assessment Panels and their subsidiary bodies; coordinating the travel arrangements for Ozone Secretariat staff, members of Assessment Panels and representatives of developing countries funded by the Secretariat to the aforementioned meetings;

b) Recruit staff taking into account geographical and gender balance and other institutional values;

c) Manage, guide, develop and train staff under his/her supervision;

d) Foster teamwork and communication among staff in the Section and across organizational boundaries;

e) Represent the organization at negotiation meetings, seminars, and other forums.

2. Budget and Fund Management:

a) Formulate the Secretariat’s annual and triennial budgets for the consideration of the Parties, ensuring that they meet the Secretariat’s overall requirements and reflect Parties' decisions on administrative and financial matters;

b) Monitor the budget implementation and performance of the VC, MP and Earmarked Contributions Trust Funds; ensure financial liquidity at all times; also ensure that the transactions against the Trust Funds are recorded by the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) accurately and that expenditures remain within authorized levels;

c) Assist the Executive Secretary in resource mobilization and be responsible for preparation of reports to donors and intergovernmental bodies on budget/ program performance, particularly those presented in annual reports;

d) Provide substantive input in the preparation of position papers and reports for presentation to Parties, intergovernmental bodies and other policy-making organs.

3. Exercise oversight responsibility for the Communications and Information Officer, who deals with front office support, general and meeting documentation in close coordination with the UNON Division of Conference Services, website content management and communications and outreach activities.

4. Provide policy guidance to the Executive Secretary on conceptual strategy development, management of the implementation of overall strategies, and intra/inter-departmental policies and procedures.

5. Carry out any other tasks as may be assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and expert knowledge of the various aspects of administrative work; demonstrable knowledge and ability to apply UN Financial Regulations and Rules, administrative policies, procedures, guidelines and budgeting conventions; Efficient at achieving results and conscientious in meeting commitments; Proven ability to produce reports and papers of administrative and financial nature; Diplomatic and sensitive to the requirements of Contracting Parties/Governments; Affinity with and knowledge of UNEP, especially ozone protection matters, including the Vienna Convention and the Montreal Protocol.

Integrity: Upholds and demonstrates the values of the United Nations, including impartiality, fairness and honesty in daily activities and behaviour. Respect for Diversity: Sensitive to differences in culture, perspective and expectations of people; incorporates gender perspectives and ensures the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively; listens to others and asks questions to clarify issues; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input and exhibits willingness to learn from the ideas and expertise of others; places team agenda before personal agenda; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Leadership: Serves as a role model and empowers others to translate vision into results; provides direction and drives for positive change and improvement; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; shows the courage to take unpopular stands.

Qualifications

Education: An advanced university degree in business or public administration, finance, social sciences or related area. A first university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Work Experience: A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance, fund management, resource mobilization, human resources management.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations languages an asset.

Other Skills: Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required, Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) skills are desired.

How to apply

www.unep.org/vacancies (See Professional Positions)

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