Career Opportunities at The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK)

The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK), a distinguished public institution, is dedicated to advancing co-operative education, research, training, and community service. Established under The Co-operative University of Kenya Order, Legal Notice No. 161 of 4th November 2011, CUK has evolved into a beacon of academic excellence. With its main campus situated approximately 20km from Nairobi City Centre in Karen and additional campuses in Nairobi CBD, CUK offers a conducive environment for academic engagement and learning. The university is ISO 9001:2015 certified and provides a range of academic programs at Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate levels.

CUK is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from women, marginalized groups, and persons living with disabilities. The university is currently inviting applications for various positions across academic, administrative, technical, adjunct, locum, and internship categories. Below is a detailed overview of the available positions:

A. Academic, Administrative, and Technical Positions (13 Vacancies)

1. Senior Lecturer, Economics – Grade 13

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/HRM/SL/5/25
• Department: School of Business and Economics – Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship
• Job Description:
  • Deliver lectures and conduct seminars in Economics.
  • Develop and review curriculum.
  • Engage in research and publish findings.
  • Supervise postgraduate students.
  • Participate in departmental administrative duties.

2. Senior Lecturer, Communication – Grade 13

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/COM/SL/5/25
• Department: School of Business and Economics – Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship
• Job Description:
  • Teach courses in Communication.
  • Develop teaching materials and methods.
  • Conduct research in the field of Communication.
  • Mentor and supervise students.
  • Contribute to departmental planning and development.

3. Lecturer, Economics – Grade 12 (2 Positions)

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/ECO/L/5/25
• Department: School of Business and Economics – Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship
• Job Description:
  • Conduct lectures and tutorials in Economics.
  • Participate in curriculum development.
  • Engage in scholarly research and publication.
  • Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
  • Assist in departmental administrative tasks.

4. Lecturer, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) – Grade 12

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/CS/AI/L/5/25
• Department: School of Business and Economics – Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship
• Job Description:
  • Teach courses in Artificial Intelligence and related areas.
  • Develop and update course content.
  • Conduct research in Artificial Intelligence.
  • Supervise student projects and theses.
  • Contribute to departmental research initiatives.

5. Internal Auditor II (Information Systems Auditor) – Grade 11

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/IA/ISA/II/5/25
• Department: Internal Audit
• Job Description:
  • Conduct audits of information systems and related processes.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls.
  • Prepare audit reports with recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
  • Assist in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

6. Assistant Office Administrator III – Grade 5 (3 Positions)

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/AOA/III/5/25
• Department: Various
• Job Description:
  • Provide administrative support to departments.
  • Manage office correspondence and documentation.
  • Maintain office records and files.
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments.
  • Handle office equipment and supplies

7. Assistant Office Administrator II – Grade 6 (2 Positions)

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/AOA/II/5/25
• Department: Various
• Job Description:
  • Oversee administrative tasks within the department.
  • Supervise junior administrative staff.
  • Ensure efficient office operations.
  • Prepare reports and presentations.
  • Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders.

8. Assistant Office Administrator I – Grade 7

• Job Reference: CUK/ACDRI/ADJ/SBE/DEE/AOA/I/5/25
• Department: Various
• Job Description:
  • Manage high-level administrative functions.
  • Coordinate departmental activities and schedules.
  • Draft official correspondence and reports.
  • Ensure compliance with administrative policies.
  • Support departmental leadership in strategic planning.

B. Adjunct Academic, Locum, and Internship Positions (32 Vacancies)

1. Adjunct Academic Positions

• Departments:
  • School of Business and Economics – Department of Economics and Entrepreneurship
  • School of Computing and Mathematics
• Positions:
  • Senior Lecturer, Human Resource Management – Grade 13
  • Lecturer, Economics – Grade 12 (2 Positions)
  • Lecturer, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) – Grade 12
• Job Description:
  • Deliver lectures and seminars in respective fields.
  • Develop and review academic curricula.
  • Engage in research and scholarly activities.
  • Supervise student research projects.
  • Participate in departmental meetings and planning

2. Locum Positions

• Departments:
  • Health Services
  • Library Services
• Positions:
  • Medical Officer
  • Nurse
  • Pharmacist
  • Library Assistant
• Job Description:
  • Provide temporary professional services in respective areas.
  • Ensure continuity of services during staff absences.
  • Maintain records and reports as required.
  • Collaborate with permanent staff for seamless operations.
  • Adhere to institutional policies and procedures.

3. Internship Positions

• Departments and Positions:
  • Human Resource Intern
    • Assist in HR functions including recruitment and employee relations.
  • ICT Intern
    • Support IT services and infrastructure maintenance.
  • Library Assistant Intern
    • Aid in library operations and user services.
  • Records Management Intern
    • Manage and organize institutional records.
  • Legal Services Intern
    • Support legal research and documentation.
  • Secretary/Office Administrator Intern
    • Provide administrative and clerical support.
  • Marketing Intern
    • Assist in marketing campaigns and outreach programs.
  • Graphics Design Intern
    • Create visual content for various platforms.
  • Communication Intern
    • Support internal and external communication efforts.
  • Data Officer/Administrative Assistant Intern
    • Manage data entry and administrative tasks.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through the CUK Online Recruitment Portal:

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