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Lecturer/Research Fellow (Biomedical Sciences) (Re-advertisement)

Advert No.KIBU/ACA/01/2025

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University;
• MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University;
• A minimum of twenty four (24) publication points, of which sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable); and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
• Coordinating course projects and practical work;
• Preparing teaching/learning materials;
• Setting, invigilating and marking examinations/assignments;
• Carrying out research work in relevant field or specialization;
• Preparing students progress reports;
• Developing proposals for research funding;
• Writing journal articles and books;
• Presenting academic papers in conferences/seminars/workshops or symposia;
• Developing and reviewing academic programmes/curricula; and
• Supervising Tutorial/Junior Research Fellows and students

Tutorial/Junior Research Fellow (Kiswahili)

KIBU/ACA/02/2025

The Ken Walibora Tutorial Fellowship is an academic position that will be offered to a Kiswahili scholar who meets the following requirements, besides the general minimum requirements for a Tutorial Fellow position:

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Master’s degree in Kiswahili or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University;
• Bachelor of Education Arts or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized/accredited University – should have studied Kiswahili as one of the options at undergraduate level;
• Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Be duly registered for PhD in Kiswahili studies degree at Kibabii University;
• Be willing to undertake research specific to Ken Walibora’s literary works and his philosophy;
• Submit a concept note on the work(s) of Ken Walibora along with the application; and
• Kibabii University alumni will have an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Lecturing in area of specialization in accordance with the curriculum up to Bachelors level;
• Preparing teaching/learning materials;
• Setting, invigilating and marking examination/assignments;
• Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Lecturer.
• Preparing students progress reports; and
• Preparing publications and/or books.

Senior Accountant (Re-advertisement)

KIBU/ADM/01/2025

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Accountant I Grade AD 12 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Passed CPA III /ACCA III from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage;
• Be a member of recognized professional body in good standing; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Interpreting, advising and coordinating implementation of government financial policies, regulations and procedures;
• Spearheading the formulation and review of financial management and accounting procedures;
• Overseeing preparation of annual financial statements;
• Ensuring compliance with public sector and donor financial reporting guidelines;
• Overseeing preparation and implementation of financial manuals and procedures;
• Authorizing payments;
• Ensuring compliance with expenditure limits;
• Reviewing the applications of accounting standards and systems;
• Monitoring and ensuring timely production of management and statutory financial reports;
• Instituting accounting and internal control procedures;
• Formulating financial management procedures;
• Ensuring that all donor and government grants are accounted for appropriately;
• Preparing, planning and coordinating external audit; and
• Approving all correcting journal entries prepared by accountants.
   

Method of Application

Each application shall be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae with 3 referees, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

Successful applicants shall be required to submit the following documents:-

• Clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board;
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
• Clearance from a Credit Reference Bureau; and
• Criminal Investigation Department – (Certificate of Good Conduct).

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

• Six (6) hard Copies; and
• Electronic scanned copy in PDF format (as one running document) to be sent to the following e-mail recruitment@kibu.ac.ke by 5pm EAT Friday 21st March, 2025. The Six (6) hard Copies must be submitted on or before Friday 21st March, 2025 and be addressed to:-

The Vice Chancellor, Kibabii University,
P.O. Box 1699 – 50200,
Bungoma

OR
Dropped at:
Kibabii University – Main Campus
Administration Registry, Third Floor Room ADA 306
Please Note:

• Kibabii University is an equal opportunity employer. WOMEN, MARGINALIZED AND PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY are encouraged to apply.
• The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.
• Any form of canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant.
• Only shortlisted candidates with be contacted.