JKUAT Recruitment 2023/2024 Application Form Portal

Last Updated on February 20, 2023

JKUAT Recruitment

Are you interested in working with the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)? Then you are on the right post. We have exhaustively conveyed all the important and recent updates related to this recruitment exercise. Kindly read to the end, to get all the necessary information, concerning the requirements, guidelines, qualifications, and application for the 2023 JKUAT recruitment.

About JKUAT

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is situated in Juja, 36 kilometres North East of Nairobi, along Nairobi-Thika Highway.

It was started in 1981 as a Middle Level College (Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)) by the Government of Kenya with the generous assistance from the Japanese Government. Plans for the establishment of JKCAT started in 1977. In early 1978, the founding father of the nation, Mzee Jomo Kenyatta donated two hundred hectares of farmland for the establishment of the college.

The first group of students were admitted on 4th May 1981. H.E. Daniel Arap Moi formally opened JKCAT on 17th March 1982. The first graduation ceremony was held in April 1984 with Diploma Certificates presented to graduates in Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology and Horticulture.

On 1st September 1988, H.E. Daniel Arap Moi, declared JKCAT a constituent College of Kenyatta University through a legal Notice, under the Kenyatta University Act (CAP 210C). The name of JKCAT officially changed to Jomo Kenyatta University College of Agriculture and Technology (JKUCAT). It was finally established as a University through the JKUAT Act, 1994 and inaugurated on 7th December 1994.

JKUAT Recruitment 2023

JKUAT has been undergoing massive job recruitment intake annually for the past few years. We’ve received numerous requests from aspirants on various platforms yearning for legit information about the JKUAT application form and guidelines for 2023/2024. Many applicants have been asking us questions like;

  • How Can I Apply for The JKUAT Recruitment 2023?
  • Where Can I Obtain The 2023 JKUAT Recruitment Form?
  • Is The JKUAT Recruitment 2023 Form Out?
  • When Will The JKUAT Recruitment Start?

Keep reading you will find answers to these queries.

Requirements for JKUAT Recruitment 2023

The JKUAT is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit the most qualified persons for the job. To qualify for the 2023 JKUAT recruitment, candidates must;

  • Be a Kenya citizen
  • Applicants must be no younger than 18 and no older than 35
  • Applicants must possess a legal ID document
  • You must have a diploma or degree in your field of application where applicable

How to Apply for JKUAT Recruitment 2023

To apply for JKUAT recruitment 2023, visit the official website at: https://www.jkuat.ac.ke

  • Locate Vacancies/Careers page
  • Select a vacant job and fill in all requirements.
  • Submit and print out the reference form if any.

The names of successful candidates will be published, and these people will be contacted for further recruitment interviews.

Latest Jobs at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology

1. Senior Teacher ,Grade 7

2. Teacher I, Grade 6

3. Teacher II, Grade 5

4. Teacher III, Grade 4

5. Senior Lecturer/ Senior Research Fellow

6. Senior Librarian, Grade 13

Senior Teacher ,Grade 7

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience: 5 years
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education/Teaching 

JKU/ADM/NS/ST/7/2023

Applicants must possess Diploma in Early Childhood Development Education with five (5) years’ experience in Grade 6

Teacher I, Grade 6

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Diploma
  • Experience: 5 years
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education / Teaching 

JKU/ADM/NS/T-I/6/2023

Applicants must possess Diploma in Early Childhood Development Education with five (5) years’ experience in Grade 5 or equivalent position

Teacher II, Grade 5

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Diploma
  • Experience: 5 – 7 years
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education/Teaching 

 JKU/ADM/NS/T-II/5/2023

  • Applicants must possess a Diploma in Early Childhood Development Education with five (5) years’ experience in Grade 4

OR

  • A Certificate in Early Childhood Development Education with seven (7) years’ experience in grade 4

Teacher III, Grade 4

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience: 5 years
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education/Teaching 

JKU/ADM/NS/T-III/4/2023

  • Applicants must possess Certificate in Early Childhood Development Education with five (5) years’ experience in Grade 3

Senior Lecturer/ Senior Research Fellow

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: MBA/MSc/MA , PhD/Fellowship
  • Experience: 3 – 6 years
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education/Teaching 

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • An earned PhD in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized university
  • At least five (5) years teaching experience at the university level as a Lecturer / Research Fellowor six (6) years research /industry experience
  • Successfully supervised to completion at least four (4) Masters’ students and one (1) PhD student since last promotion
  • Published at least three (3) papers in peer referred journals or three (3) chapters in a university level book or one (1) book since last promotion
  • Registered /Certified with the relevant professional body (where applicable) 

OR

  • Masters’ degree in Engineering, Law, Medicine and Architecture in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized university
  • At least eight (8) years teaching experience at the University level as Lecturer / Research Fellow or ten (10) years research / industry experience
  • Mentored at least two (2) graduates to professional registration as practicing professionals since appointment as Lecturer / Research Fellow
  • Registered / certified with the relevant professional body

Senior Librarian, Grade 13

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: MBA/MSc/MA , PhD/Fellowship
  • Experience
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Job Field: Education/Teaching 

JKU/LIBRARY/SL/13/2023

All applicants must possess:

  • PhD in Library and Information Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution with three (3) years’ experience in Grade 12 OR
  • Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution with five (5) years’ experience in grade 12 and 2) Published one scholarly paper or a chapter in a scholarly book

Method of Application

Applicants should:

  • Submit a soft copy in pdf format to recruit_nursery@jkuat.ac.ke and one (1) hard copy of the letter of application, copies of certificates, testimonials and updated curriculum vitae to include full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, present salary, names and addresses of three referees, one of whom must be from the present employment.
  • Indicate clearly the position and the Reference number on the application letter and on the envelope which should be addressed to: 

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration),
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology,
P.O. Box 62000-00200, City Square, Nairobi.
So as to be received on or before 10th March, 2023


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