Kirinyaga University is a chartered government owned and established under the Universities Act No.42 of 2012.  At present, the University runs degree programmes across four faculties; Health Sciences, Business and Education, Pure and Applied Sciences and Engineering and Technology. The University, situated about 115 kilometers from Nairobi, is among the vibrant and fastest growing citadels of learning in Kenya.

The University invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced person with excellent academic credentials to fill the below vacant positions.

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND EDUCATION

Department of Education

Senior Lecturer         Grade 13        2 Positions                                         KyU/AC/207/04/2026

Area /Field of specialization:  Philosophy, Sociology.

Department of Education

Lecturer          Grade 12        2 Positions                                                      KyU/AC/208/04/2026

Area /Field of specialization:  Philosophy, Sociology.

 SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Department of Nursing  

Lecturer:                   Grade 12         3 positions                                              KyU/AC/209/04/2026

Area/Field of specialization: Medical Surgical/Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Education, Leadership and Management, Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing.

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

 Clinical Instructors (Nursing)          Grade 10        3 positions                  KyU/NT/112/04/2026

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Job Application Portal

Mode of application

1. Visit the university website; www.kyu.ac.ke, click on the Jobs tab to access the Jobs Application Portal and fill in your details as instructed; and

2. Submit one (1) hard copy of application package with job reference number and title clearly indicated on the envelope) including the following documents;

  1. Application letter;
  2. A detailed curriculum vitae signed on all pages. The CV must include contact details of three (3) referees;
  3. Copies of certified academic and professional certificates;
  4. A copy of the National Identification card or Passport;
  5. A copy of the current pay slip (if any); and
  6. Other relevant testimonials.

Interested applicants should send the applications (1) hard copy to the undersigned, to be received on or before 5th May, 2026.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P. O. BOX 143-10300
KERUGOYA

 

Kirinyaga University is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants of either gender,
persons with disabilities and persons from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.