Karatina University has announced 71 job vacancies across academic and administrative departments, inviting qualified candidates to apply for various positions.
The recruitment drive includes opportunities for lecturers, tutorial fellows, accountants, security personnel, drivers, technicians, healthcare professionals and other qualified applicants.
The vacancies offer opportunities for professionals seeking employment in Kenya’s public university sector.
Karatina University Jobs 2026: Key Details
- Employer: Karatina University
- Location: Karatina, Nyeri County, Kenya
- Total vacancies: 71
- Job categories: Academic and administrative
- Application method: Online application plus email submission
- Deadline: Monday, 16 November 2026, at 5:00 PM
List of Available Vacancies
Academic Positions
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Lecturers | 10 |
| Lecturers | 27 |
| Tutorial Fellows | 5 |
| Total academic vacancies | 42 |
Administrative and Other Positions
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Dean of Students | 1 |
| Deputy Registrar (Academic Affairs) | 1 |
| Accountant I | 2 |
| Chief Security Officer | 1 |
| Senior Assistant Students Counsellor | 2 |
| Biomedical Engineer I | 1 |
| Assistant Database Administrator (Developer) | 1 |
| Senior Technician I – Chemistry/Biological Sciences | 1 |
| Senior Technician I – Instructional Design (ODeL) | 1 |
| Assistant Games Tutor II | 1 |
| Clinical Officer | 3 |
| Nursing Officer III (Psychiatric) | 1 |
| Computer Technician | 2 |
| Senior Driver I | 1 |
| Mortician I | 1 |
| Electrician | 1 |
| Coach (Games) | 2 |
| Mortician II | 1 |
| Driver/Mechanic I | 1 |
| Ambulance Driver | 1 |
| Security Attendant I | 3 |
Total administrative and other vacancies: 29.
Who Can Apply?
The recruitment covers different professional levels, so applicants should check the requirements for their preferred position.
Depending on the role, qualifications may include:
- Relevant university degrees for academic and senior professional positions.
- Postgraduate qualifications and teaching or research experience for lecturer positions.
- Accounting qualifications and relevant experience for finance positions.
- Technical qualifications for engineering, ICT and technician roles.
- Relevant healthcare qualifications and professional registration for clinical positions.
- Appropriate driving licences and relevant experience for driving jobs.
- The required education and experience for security, support and other administrative roles.
The exact requirements differ by vacancy. Applicants should consult the official job description before submitting an application.
How to Apply for Karatina University Jobs
Applications must be submitted through the university’s online jobs portal.
Step 1: Visit the official application portal:
Step 2: Create an account or sign in, then select the position you want to apply for.
Step 3: Prepare the required documents, including:
- Detailed curriculum vitae.
- Academic and professional certificates.
- Academic transcripts.
- KCSE, KACE or KCE certificate, as applicable.
- National ID or passport.
- Recognition documentation from the Commission for University Education for foreign qualifications, where applicable.
Step 4: Submit the online application as instructed.
Step 5: Email a continuously scanned copy of the application to jobs@karu.ac.ke. The email subject must clearly state the job title and reference number.
Application Deadline
The deadline is Monday, 16 November 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Applicants should submit their applications early and confirm that both the online application and required email submission have been completed.
Official Source
Check the full vacancy announcement and job-specific requirements on the university’s official website:
Apply only through the official recruitment process. Karatina University states that it does not charge a recruitment fee.
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