Technologists - Technology Education at University of Eldoret

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail;

Collection and preparation of teaching and research materials to facilitate students practical.

Initiate procurement processes for laboratory/ workshop tools, materials, machines and equipment

Design laboratory /workshop arrangements and assist in carrying out various laboratory/workshop field activities.

Ensure students follow laboratory/workshop safety procedures to minimize accidents and breakages in laboratory/workshop.

Perform regular maintenance and repair of laboratory facilities and equipment to ensure facilities are in good condition for use.

Participate in the development of the laboratory manual in collaboration with lecturers to guide students in carrying out practical

Assign duties to laboratory/workshop assistants/attendants for a clean and safe work environment.

Participate in developing annual procurement plans for the department to ensure supplies are made available for learning and teaching.

Keep, manage and be responsible for laboratory/workshop inventory

• For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution;

At least five (5) years relevant work experience;

Proficiency in computer applications

Continuous management training lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution

First Aid and Occupational Health and safety training

Membership registration with a relevant professional body

Interested applicants should send the electronic scanned copy of their application documents in PDF format (as one running document) to the following email addresses:

Applications should be addressed to the Vice-Chancellor; email vc.applications@uoeld.ac.ke

Applicants are advised to indicate the position applied for and the advertisement number on the cover letter subject; Application documents should include: - detailed Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of relevant Academic certificates, Professional certificates, Testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport and other relevant supporting documents. Three referees should send reference letters directly to the email, quoting the job reference number and name of applicant on the email heading.

Current, valid documents for Chapter Six (6) of the constitution of Kenya (2010), except for EACC shall be required by the University for ONLY shortlisted candidates.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• The positions of Farm Manager and Tutorial Fellow are on a three (3) year contract, renewable. All other positions are on permanent and pensionable terms. Remuneration will be as per the current University policies and regulations.

Applications must be received on or before Midnight 27th May 2026