Tom Mboya University College (A Constituent College of Maseno University)
Institution Profile
Tom Mboya University College (TMUC) was gazette on April 16th, 2016 as a constituent College of Maseno University (MSU). Tom Mboya University College is named after the legendary politician Tom Joseph Mboya. The University College is located in Homa-bay Town, Homa Bay County, approximately 100 metres from the shore of Lake Victoria. In pursuit of its mission and mandate, the University College wishes to invite applications from qualified candidates to fill the positions indicated below:
Academic Positions
School of Business & Economics
Professor/Associate/Lecturer/Tutorial Fellows- Seven (7) Positions;
Ref: TMUC/ACA/SBE/001/16
Human Resources/Marketing/Strategic Management/Management Sciences/Operations
Research
Accounting/Finance
Information Technology
French
School of Agriculture and Food Security
Professor/Associate/Lecturer/Tutorial Fellows - Seven (7) Positions;
Ref: TMUC/ACA/SAFS/002/16
Crop Protection
Soil Sciences/Agricultural Engineering
Mathematics
Agricultural Education and Extension
School of Education
Professor/Associate/Lecturer/Tutorial Fellows - Nine (9) Positions;
Ref: TMUC/ACA/EDUC/003/16
Botany
Zoology
Educational Psychology
Chemistry
Qualifications for Professors
Must have:
i. An earned PhD in the area of specialization
ii. Six (6) years of teaching/research at University as a Lecturer/Research Fellow
iii. Six (6) papers in refereed journals or two University level book since last appointment/promotion
iv. Successful supervision of five (5) Post Graduate students.
v. Demonstrated good leadership ability and proven ability to attract research funding
vi. Be actively affiliated to an appropriate professional body
Qualifications for Associate Professors
Must have:
i. An earned PhD in the area of specialization
ii. Four (4) years of teaching/research at University as a Lecturer/Research Fellow
iii. Four (4) papers in refereed journals or one University level book since last appointment/promotion.
iv. Successful supervision of five (5) Post Graduate students.
v. Demonstrated good leadership ability and proven ability to attract research funding.
vi. Be actively affiliated to an appropriate professional body
Qualifications for Senior Lecturers
Must have:
i) An earned PhD in the area of specialization
ii) Five (5) years of teaching/research at University as a Lecturer/Research Fellow
iii) Three (3) papers in refereed journals or one University level book since last Appointment/promotion
iv) Successful supervision of 5 Post Graduate students.
v) Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops.
vi) Be registered with the relevant professional body where applicable.
vii) Be proficient in information communication technology.
Qualifications for Lecturers
Must have:
i. An earned PhD in the area of specialization.
ii. Three (3) years teaching experience in a University
iii. Three (3) articles in refereed Journals.
iv. Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters Students.
v. Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops.
vi. Be registered with the relevant professional body where applicable.
vii. Be proficient in information communication technology.
Qualifications for Tutorial Fellows
Must have:
i. A Masters degree in the area of specialization.
ii. A bachelor’s degree in the area of specialization.
iii. Be registered for a Doctorate degree in the relevant specialization area.
iv. At least three (3) years teaching experience at University level or comparable institution.
v. Be registered with the relevant professional body where applicable.
Administration Positions
Assistant Registrar - Grade 12 - one (1) Position
(TMUC/ADM/001/16
The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors degree plus a Masters degree from a recognized University in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Human Resource Management or its equivalent. In addition, the applicant should:
i. Have a post graduate diploma or CS (II).
ii. Have five ( 5) years of continuous work experience a t the level of Senior Administrative Assistant in a Public sector or its equivalent.
iii. Be conversant with the formulation and provision of guidelines on planning and management of University services.
iv. Demonstrate evidence of leadership in administrative assignments.
v. Be able to manage and motivate staff towards excellent performance.
vi. Have excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
vii. Be an active member of a professional body
viii. Be proficient in computer applications
Assistant Dean of Students – Grade 12 - One (1) Position
TMUC/ADM/002/16
The ideal candidate should have a Masters degree in Social Sciences, Education, Psychology or its equivalent from a recognized University. In addition, the applicant should:
i. Be a holder of a postgraduate diploma in counseling.
ii. Have five (5) years work experience in a public institution preferably an institution of higher learning.
iii. Have high ethical standards, integrity, accountability, professionalism and good stewardship.
iv. Demonstrate skills and abilities to handle students in an institution of higher learning.
v. Be conversant with the formulation and provision of guidelines on planning and management of University services.
vi. Be conversant with modern management techniques, including relevant aspects of information technology.
vii. Be a member of a professional body
Assistant Accountant – Grade 9/10 Two (2) Positions
T M U C /ADM/003/16
The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor Commerce degree in Accounting/ Finance or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Be a holder of CPA (K)
ii. Have five (5) years work experience at the level of Senior Assistant Accountant (Grade 10) or equivalent preferably in a public sector.
iii. Demonstrate broad and detailed knowledge of accounting procedures and practices.
iv. Be a person of high integrity and ethical standards and a team player.
v. Be able to pay attention to accuracy and detail.
vi. Demonstrate good communication skills, problem solving skills and analytical skills.
vii. Be a registered member of ICPAK or an equivalent professional body.
viii. Demonstrate proficiency in accounting packages.
Assistant Internal Ayditor – Grade 9/10 One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/004/16
The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting/ Finance or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Be a holder of CPA (K)/CIA
ii. Have five (5) years work experience at the level of Senior Audit Assistant (Grade 7/8) or equivalent preferably in a public sector.
iii. Demonstrate broad and detailed knowledge of auditing procedures and practices.
iv. Be a person of high integrity and ethical standards and a team player.
v. Be able to pay attention to accuracy and detail.
vi. Demonstrate good communication skills, problem solving skills and analytical skills.
vii. Be a registered member of ICPAK or an equivalent professional body.
viii. CISA holders will have an added advantage.
ix. Demonstrate proficiency in accounting packages.
Senior Administrative Assistant – Grade 9/10 One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/005/16
The ideal candidate should have a degree in Social Sciences, Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Have five (5) years work experience at the level of Administrative Assistant Grade 7/8 or equivalent preferably in a public sector.
ii. Be proficient in minute writing and report writing.
iii. Have a keen eye to details.
iv. Be able to be a team player in a large organization.
v. Be able to multi task and work under minimal supervision.
vi. Be conversant with modern management techniques including relevant aspects of information technology.
Senior Secretary I - Grade 9/10 ONE (1) Position TMUC/ADM/006/16
The ideal candidate should have a Diploma/Higher National Diploma in Secretarial OR:
i. Typewriting III (50 w.p.m)
ii. Office Management III
iii. Business English III
iv. Secretarial Studies II
v. Commerce II
vi. Shorthand III (100 w.p.m)
vii. Office Practice II
viii. The above qualification should be from KNEC
ix. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
x. Six (6) years relevant work experience
xi. Be a person of high integrity and ethical standards and a team player.
xii. Have a good eye for detail.
xiii. Demonstrate excellence in communication and presentation skills.
xiv. Have excellent organizational skills.
xv. Be a member of a professional body.
Assistant Procument Officer Grade 7/8 One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/007/16
Applicants for this position must be holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supplies Management/Supply Chain Management or related field from a recognized University. In addition, applicants must:
(i) Have a minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in a busy Procurement Office.
(ii) Have a good understanding of Laws and Regulations governing procurement in public institutions.
(iii) Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong negotiation skills.
(iv) Be a person of high integrity.
(v) Be a Registered member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies (CIPS) body or its equivalent.
(vi) Be well grounded in information communication systems.
Transport Supervisor – Grade 7/8 - One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/008/16
Requirements for appointment
i. Be a Diploma holder in Automotive Engineering or Fleet Management from recognized institution or its equivalent.
ii. Have a valid driving license class A/B/C with PSV endorsement.
iii. Have a Certificate of good conduct.
iv. At least three (3) years relevant working experience.
v. Basic first aid training /fire fighting certificate
vi. Be proficient in Computer applications.
vii. Demonstrate supervisory leadership in fleet management in regard to the safe, efficient, economical operation and maintenance of University vehicles.
Assistant Computer Technologist – Grade 7/8 One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/009/16
The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Three (3) years working experience in a relevant field.
ii. Demonstrate knowledge in general maintenance of computers and computer related equipment
iii. Provide ICT-related front office assistance for end-users in operations of computer hardware and software, institutional information systems, e-mail and Internet services
iv. Have high level of integrity and ethical standards.
Laboratory Techinicians – GRADE 5/6 TWO (2) POSITIONSTMUC/ADM/010/16
The ideal candidate should have a certificate in Chemistry or Biology or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant should:
i. Have (3) years relevant working experience in a teaching/research laboratories.
ii. Be able to conduct and supervise practical classes both in the field and in the laboratory.
iii. Be able to maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus.
iv. Have broad knowledge in establishing and setting up a laboratory.
v. Demonstrate knowledge in maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
vi. Demonstrate knowledge in procurement of laboratory equipment and materials and maintaining inventory records.
vii. Have knowledge of laws and regulations governing handling of chemicals.
Sports/Games Assistant – Grade 5/6 One (1) Position TMUC/ADM/011/16
The ideal candidate should have Diploma in Physical Education or Sports or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Have at least three (3) years experience in a tertiary institution or at university level.
ii. Have coaching certificates in at least three (3) disciplines
iii. Be able to conduct training and coaching of specified sports as assigned
iv. Be able to organize practice and build-up matches for specified teams
v. Be able to umpire sporting activities
vi. Motivate and inspire students to participate in sports and games through leisure fixtures of non-competitive nature and provision of incentives
vii. Must be computer literate
Library Assistant I – Grade 7/8 one (1) Position TMUC/ADM/012/16
The ideal candidate must be holders of KCSE C-/DIV. III and above. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Have a Diploma in Library or Information Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
ii. Have a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experience in a busy library preferably at an institution of higher learning.
iii. Show evidence of knowledge in relevant computer based management information systems.
iv. Experience in online cataloguing and classification will be an added advantage.
Nurse – Grade 7/8 One (1) Position - TMUC/ADM/013/16
The ideal candidate must have a diploma in Nursing or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
At-least two (2) years post qualification experience.
Have knowledge of laws and regulations governing nursing practices in Kenya.
Have high ethical standards in conducting his/her duties.
Registered by Nursing Council of Kenya.
Be proficient in guiding and counseling patients.
Demonstrate knowledge in handling safety equipment in a health unit.
Be conversant with relevant computer based health management systems
Phamaceutical Technologist III – Grade 7/8 TMUC/ADM/014/16
The ideal candidate should have a diploma in Pharmacy/ Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
At least three (3) years relevant work experience
Dispensing and compounding Medicine.
Verifying and maintaining information relating to drugs issued to patients.
Advise on stock level.
Proper maintenance of records in bin cards and registers.
Registered with Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Secretary - Grade 5/6 Four (4) Positions TMUC/ADM/015/16
The ideal candidate must have:
i. Typewriting III (50 w.p.m)
ii. Office practice II
iii. Business English II
iv. Secretarial Studies II
v. Commerce II
vi. Shorthand II (80 w.p.m)
vii. The above qualification should be from KNEC
viii. Computer literate
ix. Four (4) years relevant work experience
x. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
xi. Three (3) years relevant work experience
xii. Be a person of high integrity and ethical standards and a team player.
xiii. Have a good eye for detail.
xiv. Be a member of a professional body.
Stores Assistant - Grade 5/6 One (1) Position - TMUC/ADM/015/16
The ideal candidate must have a diploma in Purchasing/ Supplies Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. In addition, the applicant must:
i. Minimum two (2) years working experience in a reputable organization
ii. Ensure smooth flow of documents between the sections
iii. Take charge of assigned functions in all relevant Purchasing and Supplies sections.
iv. Be a person of high integrity.
v. Should be computer literate.
Terms of Service
The terms for the above positions include an attractive remuneration package which includes a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.
Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, Professor positions employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.
Tutorial Fellow’s position employment will be on a two (2) years contract terms renewable once.
Application Mode
Applicants should send Ten (10) copies of applications together with an updated Curriculum Vitae giving details of the applicant; age, marital status, academic and professional qualification, working experience, present post and salary, telephone contact, email address, names and referees plus copies of the certificates and testimonials to the address below. The reference number of the position applied should be clearly indicated on the envelop
Applicants are advised to request their referees to write letters of reference directly to the address below to be received by the deadline date. A soft copy (one running pdf file) of the applicant must also be sent by e-mail to hr@tmuc.ac.ke
All applications to be addressed to:
The Principal
Tom Mboya University College
P. O. BOX 199-40300
HOMA-BAY
so as to reach not later than Friday 28th September, 2016. Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
N/B: Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Tom Mboya University College is an equal opportunity employer.