The public chartered university is hiring Lecturers, Senior Lecturers, ICT Officers, a Senior Procurement Officer, a Driver cum Mechanic, and Technologists. Deadline: June 9, 2026.
Date: May 19, 2026
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NYAHURURU, Kenya – Job seekers in academia and university administration have a new opportunity. Laikipia University (LU) , a public chartered university located approximately 11 km from Nyahururu Town along the Nyahururu-Nakuru Highway, has announced a recruitment drive for 14 vacant established posts.
The University, whose vision is to “Nurture and Transform for the World,” is seeking suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic, and experienced professionals to join its divisions of Administration, Finance & Planning, and Academics, Research & Students Affairs.
According to an advertisement released in May 2026, applications must be submitted on or before Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Summary of Vacancies
Laikipia University is hiring for the following positions across various schools and departments:
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Driver I – Grade AD 4 (2 years contract) – 1 position
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ICT Officer II – Grade AD 8 (2 years contract) – 2 positions (Programming/System Development and Networking)
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Senior Procurement Officer – Grade AD 13 (5 years contract) – 1 position
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Technologist – Grade AD 10 (3 years contract) – 2 positions (Educational Technologist and GIS Technology Specialist)
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Lecturer – Grade AC 12 (Permanent & Pensionable) – 5 positions
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Senior Lecturer – Grade AC 13 (Permanent & Pensionable) – 1 position
Detailed Position Breakdown
Division of Administration, Finance and Planning (AF&P)
1. Driver I (Driver cum Mechanic) – Grade AD 4
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: Driver cum Mechanic
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Terms of Employment: 2 Years Contract
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AD/1/05/01/EA/TRANSPORT/2026
2. ICT Officer II – Grade AD 8
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Number of Vacancies: 2
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Terms of Employment: 2 Years Contract
Specialities:
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First Position: Specialist in Programming/System Development (Ref: LU/AD/1/05/02/EA/ICT/2026)
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Second Position: Specialist in Networking (Ref: LU/AD/1/05/03/EA/ICT/2026)
3. Senior Procurement Officer – Grade AD 13
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: Supplies Management
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Terms of Employment: 5 Years Contract
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AD/1/05/04/EA/PROCUREMENT/2026
Division of Academics, Research and Students Affairs (ARSA)
School of Education (SoE)
4. Technologist – Grade AD 10
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: Educational Technologist Specialist
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Terms of Employment: 3 Years Contract
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AD/1/05/05/EA/SoE/C&EM/2026
5. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: Sociology of Education
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Terms of Employment: Permanent & Pensionable
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AC/1/05/06/EA/SoE/PSYC/2026
School of Science and Applied Technology (SSAT)
6. Technologist – Grade AD 10
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: GIS Technology Specialist
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Terms of Employment: 3 Years Contract
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AD/1/05/07/EA/SSAT/DES/2026
School of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SANR)
7. Senior Lecturer – Grade AC 13
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Number of Vacancies: 1
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Area of Speciality: Agricultural Economics
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Terms of Employment: Permanent & Pensionable
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Vacancy Reference: LU/AC/1/05/08/EA/SANR/2026
8. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
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Number of Vacancies: 3
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Terms of Employment: Permanent & Pensionable
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Specialities:
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Agricultural Engineering (Ref: LU/AC/1/05/09/EA/SANR/2026)
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Horticulture (Ref: LU/AC/1/05/10/EA/SANR/2026)
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Animal Production (Ref: LU/AC/1/05/11/EA/SANR/2026)
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School of Humanities and Development Studies (SHDS)
9. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
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Number of Vacancies: 2
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Terms of Employment: Permanent & Pensionable
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Specialities:
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History (Ref: LU/AC/1/05/12/EA/SHDS/SOST/2026)
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Religion (Ref: LU/AC/1/05/13/EA/SHDS/SOST/2026)
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How to Apply for Laikipia University Jobs
Application Mode: Hard copy and soft copy submissions are both required.
Submission Requirements:
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Hard Copies: Submit FIVE (5) hard copies of the application to the address below.
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Soft Copy: Submit a running PDF file (soft copy) of the entire application package to the email address provided.
Address to:
Registrar Administration & Human Capital
Laikipia University
P.O. Box 1100 – 20300
NYAHURURU – KENYA
Email for Soft Copy: recruitment@laikipia.ac.ke
Deadline: Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Applications received after this date will NOT be accepted or processed.
Important Notes for Applicants
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Detailed Specifications: For more information on the requirements for each position, visit the Laikipia University website at www.laikipia.ac.ke.
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Clearance Certificates Required: Successful candidates will be required to obtain clearance from:
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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
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Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
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Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
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Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
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Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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Commission for University Education (CUE) – for certificates conferred or awarded by foreign universities and institutions
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Background Checks: In line with applicable laws, shortlisted candidates will be required to fill the Laikipia University Consent Form to initiate background checks as part of the recruitment process.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Laikipia University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All suitably qualified applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and those from marginalized groups/areas are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Only Shortlisted Candidates Contacted: The University will contact only shortlisted candidates.
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No Fees: Laikipia University does not charge any application, processing, or interviewing fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Beware of fraudsters.
Why Join Laikipia University?
Laikipia University is a premier public chartered university endowed with a serene environment conducive for teaching, learning, and academic excellence. Located approximately 11 km from Nyahururu Town and 50 km from Nakuru City along the Nyahururu-Nakuru Highway, the University offers a peaceful setting for professionals to thrive.
The University’s mission is to contribute to the world through education, research, training, consultancy, innovation, outreach, and collaboration. Successful candidates will join a dynamic institution committed to nurturing and transforming for the world.
For full job descriptions and specifications, visit www.laikipia.ac.ke before the June 9, 2026 deadline.
