VC/CSO/2/2025

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Masters degree in criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field.
• Be appropriately trained in the Kenya Police Service or Defense Forces.
• Must have nine (9) years’ experience, 3 years of which as Deputy Chief Security Officer Grade 12 in the University or have served as Chief inspector of Police and above in the Kenya Police Service or in the rank of Major in the Kenya Defense Forces or any other equivalent qualifications
• Must have a certificate of service/discharge
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

VC/SLO/2/2025

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Masters in Law (LLM)
• Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized institution
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Be a registered member of Law Society of Kenya and in good standing
• Have a current practicing certificate.
• At least six (6) years’ experience – of which at least three (3) years’ experience as Legal Officer 1 Grade 12 or its equivalent
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

VC/SSO/2/2025

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Masters degree in criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field
• Bachelor’s degree in criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field
• At least six (6) years’ experience, 3 years of which as Security Officer Grade 10
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

VC/SO/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field
• At least six (6) years’ experience, 3 years of which as Security Supervisor I Grade 6 in the University or appropriately trained in security work in either the Kenya Police or Kenya Army either in rank of Inspector or Lieutenant.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

VC/APO/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supplies Management or equivalent
• Professional Qualifications e.g. CIPS level or equivalent
• Membership of a professional procurement body recognized by law is desirable and in good standing.
• Minimum three (3)years’ experience as Assistant Procurement /Stores Controller II Grade 7.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

VC/SSII/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Criminology or relevant field
• Must have proficiency in English and Kiswahili
•  Must have worked with Kenya Police, Prison or Armed Forces, NYS or reputable security firms

VC/SGI/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Must have proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Must have worked as Security Guard II Grade 3 or with Kenya Police, Prison or Armed Forces, NYS or reputable security firms

VC/SGII/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• KCSE Grade C or its equivalent
• Must have proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Must have worked with Kenya Police, Prison or Armed Forces, NYS or reputable security firms

PAF/CFO/2/2025

Job Responsibilities and Roles

The Chief Finance officer shall provide leadership in financial matters of the University including preparation of comprehensive financial statements, monitor the budget and the finance department operations to ensure that the financial reports comply with the international financial reporting standards and other relevant regulations and guidelines for proper running of the University. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor through the Deputy Vice Chancellor for the time being responsible for finance, the Chief Finance Officer shall be responsible for the following:

• Facilitate the development and implementation of financial policies for the university to ensure that they are in line with the financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Develop annual budgets for the institution for proper management of resources
• Advise the on new investment opportunities for the university to aid in generation of income and increase the university net worth.
• Allocate duties to the finance staff and supervise them to ensure quality service delivery to the students, staff and other authorized guests who may require finance services.
• Provide management advice on the financial statements before being submitted to the auditors for examination on their status in regard to true and fair representation of the university.
• Provide advice to the institution on financial matters for example financial status, source of funds, donors and how to allocate funds to various projects that are viable to the university.
• Ensure optimal utilization of financial resources through proper allocation of funds to various departments in the institution.
• Review the university financial statements to ensure that they comply with the regulatory requirements e.g., international financial reporting standards.
• Identifying the training needs for the Department of Finance.
• Monitor the university expenditure to ensure university budgetary control is strictly adhered to for proper utilization of the university resources.
• Prepare management and statutory reports and publications for submission to relevant government agencies.
• Consolidate budget for the entire university ensuring compliance with the financial standards and regulatory framework
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements for publication and presentation to the relevant regulatory bodies to show the status of the university.
• Facilitate the approval of the university expenditure in line with the budget to support the university operations and promote academic excellence.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• PhD holder in Finance or Accounting with ten (10) years’ relevant experience

OR

• Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent with fifteen (15)years of relevant experience in financial management. Must have served as Deputy Finance Officer Grade 14 or equivalent for at least three (3) years in a university or equivalent institution.
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) or equivalent.
• CPA(K), ACCA(UK) or CIMA(UK) or equivalent qualification.
• Must be a member to relevant professional body for example Institute of Certified Public Accountants with at least three (3) years in good standing since registration.
• Knowledge and practical experience in use of ERP System desirable
• Evidence of working knowledge of computerized financial management systems e.g., ACCPAC, Sage, Pastel, Great Plains Microsoft Dynamics
• Demonstrate outstanding qualities of leadership, coordination and organizational capabilities, at Senior management level.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

PAF/DEM/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Property management, Housing Administration, Real Estate, Construction management, Land Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Must be full member of relevant professional body in good standing.
• Minimum of nine (9) years working experience three (3) years of which must have been an Estates Officer Grade 12 or equivalent
• Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution.

PAF/AR(HR)/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Public Administration or Human Resource Management or its equivalent
• CHRP (K), CPS(K) or its relevant professional qualification
• Five (5) years administrative experience – minimum three (3) years at Assistant Registrar II Grade 11.
• Knowledge of Management Information Systems
• Must be registered with relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications

PAF/CP/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. in Computer Science or Information Technology or Business Information Systems or Software Engineering or equivalent

OR

• Higher National Diploma in Computer Studies or Information Technology or Information Systems or equivalent.
• At least three (3) years’ working experience in a software development environment.
• Certifications in Software Development or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in High Level Programming Languages especially Java, C++, PHP, etc.
• Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage

PAF/SAA(HR)/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or Human Resource Management or its equivalent
• CPS (II), CHRP(K) or relevant professional qualification will be added advantage
• At least three (3) years administrative experience as an Administrative Assistant Grade 8
• Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage

PAF/AA/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Public Administration or Human Resource Management Computer knowledge

OR

•  Higher Diploma in Business Administration or Human Resource Management or CPS (II) or its equivalent
• At least ten (10) years administrative experience with minimum three (3) years experience as Junior Administrative Assistant I Grade 7
• Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage

PAF/ANST/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. in Computer Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or equivalent.

OR

• Higher National Diploma in Computer Studies or Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Business Information Systems.
•  At least three (3) years’ experience in Networking in a busy ICT environment.
• Networking certifications at least CCENT or equivalent. CCNA and above will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge in Apple Macintosh will be an added advantage
• Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.

PAF/C/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Food Production from a recognized Institution.
• Three (3) years relevant working experience as Assistant Cook Grade 4 or equivalent

PAF/MF/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Water from Kenya Water Institute or its equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years working experience in water related organization or equivalent at the level of grade 4

PAF/P/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• KCSE C level of Education
• Must be in possession of relevant Government Trade Test I OR Trade test III with 5 years working experience

PAF/E/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• KCSE C level of Education
• Must be in possession of relevant Government Trade Test I OR Trade test III with 5 years working experience

PAF/PO/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• KCSE C level of Education
• Must be in possession of relevant Government Trade Test I OR Trade test III with 5 years working experience

PAF/DR III/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• At least KCSE C level of education or equivalent
• Clean valid ABCE and PSV
• Passed in Occupational Test Grade II
• Certificate in First Aid
• At least three (3) years’ experience as Driver IV Grade 3
• Suitability test from Public works or relevant body

PAF/RFRC/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate in any of the following: Records/Information Management, Information/Library Science or any equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution
• KCSE C or equivalent with pass in English
• Computer knowledge
• Served as Clerk/Filing Clerk /Mail Clerk (Grade 3) for a minimum period of three (3) years

PAF/W/2/2025
Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• At least KCSE C or its equivalent
• At least six(6) months course certificate in Food production or equivalent
• Three (3) years relevant working experience as a Kitchen Assistant Grade 2 or equivalent

ASAR/RASA/2/2025

This position is responsible for the coordination and provision of direction for activities of student recruitment enrolment, teaching and learning, examination and certification, programmes and curriculum development as well as management and facilitation of student welfare services. Registrar, Academic and Student Affairs shall report to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic, Student Affairs and Research and shall be responsible for the following:

• Providing custodianship and prudent management of the university academic records;
• Declaring the academic status of each student in line with the statutory guidelines, rules and regulation of the University;
• Ensuring integrity, accuracy and security of academic records,
• Production and issuance of official academic transcripts and original certificates;
• Declaring programmes and programme capacities for student placements and admissions;
• Preparing, publishing and implementing the academic calendar (semester/trimester) schedules;
• Planning, developing and formulating all activities related to the admissions, enrolment records, registration of students, examinations, processing of results and certification;
• Managing of the University’s student records and data;
• Planning, recommending, installing, administering and reviewing academic systems in line with University objectives, policies and procedures;
• Ensuring effective coordination and planning of Course units to be taught in accordance with approved University programmes as per the rules and regulations governing the implementation of academic programmes;
• Interpreting and enforcing policies and regulations of the University touching on academic and students matters;
• Developing and managing the departmental budget and procurement plan;
• Investigating, analyzing, resolving and reviewing student disputes related to records, registration, examinations and certification;
• Collaborating with other administrators; deans, faculty, IT expert and counselors to facilitate and improve services to students; registration, teaching, research, examinations, outreach activities and welfare;
• Conducting appraisal of staff within the department of Registrar Academic and Student Affairs;
• Facilitate the planning, development management and Evaluation of academic programmes.
• Facilitate the formulation and provision of policy guidelines to ensure adherence and compliance to standards in provision of education by the university.
• Coordinate the planning administration and processing of both continuous assessment and final examination.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis to inform on market and research needs at curriculum development to therefore meet the human development needs of the country and the region
• Ensure that Senate is adequately advised on the development of academic programmes in conformity with ethical standards, national and international standards and legally recognized professional bodies
• Monitor and supervise class attendance in collaboration with deans of Schools and Chairs of Departments to ensure that course delivery take place.
• Oversee the administration of student’s welfare services through provision of quality accommodation and catering services, coordination of student governance through facilitation of student elections and officials inauguration and training to ensure collaborative and smooth management of the university
• Represent university at various forums to maintain linkages and give the university’s opinion on matters academic
• Coordinate the preparation of the budget for the division.
• Monitor expenditure in the division to ensure that it is in line with approved budget
• Prepare and monitor procurement plan for the division to ensure accurate capturing of the needs of the division in line with the budget allocation
• Communication of policy matters and important decisions made by Senate and Management to all students.
• Conducting annual appraisal of members of staff in the department;
• Undertaking such other responsibilities as shall be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor and the Deputy Vice Chancellor (ASA&R)

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Be a holder of an earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya
• At least six years of experience in Academic Administration.
• Must have worked as Dean of a School, Director of an Academic Unit in a university orMDeputy Registrar (Academic Affairs).
• Be at the rank of Senior Lecturer and above.
• Must be conversant with the running of academic affairs in a university;
• Should be conversant with modern management techniques and be computer literate;
• Demonstrate ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the academic and administrative functions of the University.
• Demonstrate knowledge of strategic planning in educational development;
• Knowledge of Management Information Systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of laws and policies governing education.
• Proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a modern university set up.
• Must be registered with relevant professional body and in good standing (where applicable)
• Proven experience in academic processes including but not limited to curriculum development, examination processing, student admission, quality assurance, student support services

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Must have at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.
• Evidence of registration for a Master’s degree programme.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Must have at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.
• Evidence of registration for a Master’s degree programme.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years’ University teaching/research experience, at least three (3) years must be at lecturer level/research fellow, at both undergraduate and post graduate level.
• Supervision of at least 1 (1) PhD or three (3) Masters since the last promotion.
• Experience in research evidenced by at least four (4) publications in refereed Journals since the last promotion or three (3) publications in refereed Journals and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in the relevant field
• Registered for PhD

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in the relevant field
• Registered for PhD

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. in Physics or Higher Diploma or its equivalent in the area of specialization.
• At least three (3) years’ experience as a Technologist I Grade 7.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years’ University teaching/research experience, at least three (3) years must be at lecturer level/research fellow, at both undergraduate and post graduate level.
• Supervision of at least 1 (1) PhD or three (3) Masters since the last promotion.
• Experience in research evidenced by at least four (4) publications in refereed Journals since the last promotion or three (3) publications in refereed Journals and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• OR (in special areas)
• Master’s Degree with minimum three (3) years teaching/research experience at University level.
• Two (2) publications in refereed Journals or 1 (1) publication in refereed journal and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion
• Demonstrate advancement in PhD studies through submission of thesis
• Evidence of continuing research activity

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in the relevant field
• Registered for PhD

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited university recognized in Kenya in the relevant field or Equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years’ University teaching/research experience, at least three (3) years must be at lecturer level/research fellow, at both undergraduate and post graduate level.
• Supervision of at least 1 (1) PhD or three (3) Masters since the last promotion.
• Experience in research evidenced by at least four (4) publications in refereed Journals since the last promotion or three (3) publications in refereed Journals and two (2) Chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion

How to Apply Vacancies at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University

Applications should be accompanied by an application Letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or valid Passport, testimonials, e-mail addresses, telephone contacts and any other relevant supporting documents.