Ministry of Education Declares Council Positions in Public Universities Vacant

The Ministry of Education (MoE) through the State Department for Higher Education and Research is in the process of recruiting Chairpersons and members of councils of public universities and constituent colleges.

Higher Education Principal Secretary Dr. Beatrice Inyangala said interested candidates for the position of Chairperson must hold a minimum of an earned PhD Degree from a recognized University.

The candidate must also have proven experience in leadership and management and satisfy Chapter Six of the Constitution.

In statement, Dr. Inyangala said interested candidates for the position of member of the university council must hold a minimum of an earned master’s degree from a recognized university.

She explained that the Ministry will not accept executive masters.

“The candidate for the position of member of university council should have experience in leadership and management and satisfy Chapter Six of the Constitution,” Inyangala said.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview: Curriculum Vitae; Identity Card; Academic certificates and other testimonials; and Commission for University Education (CUE) Recognition/Equation Certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

Considerations & Placement to Universities

The identification and selection of Council Chairpersons and Members shall take into consideration the skills mix and experience necessary to provide policy, technical and operational guidance to the universities.

Successful applicants will be placed to serve in any university within the Republic of Kenya.

“Diversity in skills, regional and gender balance will be critical for placement,” the PS said.

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Other Requirements

Applicants should not be public servants or active members of any university faculty (both public and private).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents to the institution they are appointed to serve:

a) Certificate of good conduct.

b) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) clearance.

c) Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) clearance.

d) Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) compliance certificate.

e) Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.

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Additionally, applicants must attach the following application documents:

i) Application letter indicating the position applied.

ii) Copy of curriculum vitae.

iii) Copy of National Identity Card or valid Passport.

Application documents should be emailed to councilpositions@education.go.ke OR hard copies delivered to Telposta Towers 26th floor, Room number 2601 to reach the undersigned by March 4, 2025.

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