Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) has announced multiple vacancies.
In a notice on Tuesday, February 18, the university asked qualified candidates to apply for various administrative, academic, and technical positions.
“In pursuit of its mission to provide transformative education through integrated quality training, research, and community engagement for sustainable development, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions,” the notice read in part.
Key Job Opportunities Advertised by JOOUST
Among the key positions advertised is the Chief Security Officer (Grade 13), who will be responsible for overseeing the university’s security operations. Other security-related roles include Senior Security Officer (Grade 11), Security Officer II (Grade 9), Security Supervisor II (Grade 5), Security Guard I (Grade 4), and Security Guard II (Grade 3). The latter has the highest number of vacancies, with nine positions available.
Additionally, JOOUST is hiring a Senior Legal Officer (Grade 13) and an Assistant Procurement Officer/Stores Controller (Grade 8) to support legal and procurement functions within the institution.
Opportunities in the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Administration, and Finance)
JOOUST is also seeking applicants for various roles under the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Administration, and Finance). The positions available include:
- Chief Finance Officer (Grade 15)
- Deputy Estates Manager (Grade 13)
- Assistant Registrar (HR) (Grade 12)
- Computer Programmer (Grade 10)
- Senior Administrative Assistant (HR)/ Payroll (Grade 8)
- Administrative Assistant (Grade 8)
- Assistant Network Support Technician (Grade 8)
- Cook (Grade 5)
- Maintenance Foreman II (Grade 5)
- Plumber (Grade 4)
- Electrician (Grade 4)
- Plant Operator (Grade 4)
- Driver III (Grade 3)
- Records Filing/Registry Clerk (Grade 4)
- Waiter (Grade 3)
Academic Positions Available
JOOUST is also recruiting for multiple academic positions across different schools:
Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic, Student Affairs, and Research)
- Registrar, Academic and Student Affairs (Grade 15)
School of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences
- Lecturer (Educational Foundation) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (Religion) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (Early Childhood Development) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (History) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (Psychology / Educational Psychology) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (Philosophy and Ethics) (Grade 12)
- Graduate Assistant (International Relations) (Grade 10)
- Graduate Assistant (Special Needs Education) (Grade 10)
School of Engineering and Technology
- Senior Lecturer (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) (Grade 13)
- Lecturer (Quantity Surveying / Building Economics) (Grade 12)
- Lecturer (Civil Engineering) (Grade 12)
School of Agricultural and Food Sciences
- Tutorial Fellow (Food Security / Consumer Economics) (Grade 11) (1-2 positions available)
School of Business and Economics
- Lecturer positions in Business – The university is seeking candidates with fresh perspectives to contribute to the growth of the School of Business and Economics.
School of Engineering and Technology
- Senior Lecturer (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) – The university is expanding its engineering faculty and looking for experienced professionals.
School of Health Sciences
- Senior Lecturer (Health Systems) – This position highlights the university’s focus on enhancing health education and research.
School of Human and Social Sciences
- Senior Lecturer (Information and Knowledge Systems) – Indicating a push toward modernizing educational methodologies.
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How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit an application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, a National Identity Card or valid Passport, testimonials, email addresses, and telephone contacts.
Additional supporting documents may also be required.
Shortlisted candidates must provide valid evidence of compliance with the provisions of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, specifically clearance from:
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Submission Process
Applicants should provide the names, telephone numbers, and contact addresses of three (3) referees. Additionally, referees should be requested to send confidential reports to [email protected] before the deadline.
All applications, including three hard copies sent by post or hand-delivered, and a soft copy in PDF format, must be submitted by March 4, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
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Applications should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Administration & Finance)
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 210-40601, BONDO
Website: www.jooust.ac.ke
Applicants with foreign-earned qualifications must have their certificates certified by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
For more details on job requirements and application guidelines, visit the JOOUST website at www.jooust.ac.ke.
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