Job Vacancies (February 2026) – (SEKU)
- Location: Kitui, Kenya
- Division: Corporate Services
- Terms: 1-Year Renewable Contract
- Application Deadline: 6th March 2026
South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) invites qualified and competent applicants to fill the following positions within the Division of Corporate Services:
1. Driver – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/1/2/2026
Positions: 2
Key Responsibilities:
- Driving assigned vehicles/plant
- Ensuring vehicle safety and security
- Maintaining work tickets and service schedules
- Updating insurance and licenses
Minimum Requirements:
- KCSE D Plain or equivalent
- 4 years’ relevant experience
- Driving License A, B, C, E & PSV
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Computer literacy
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
2. Plant Operator – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/2/2/2026
Positions: 1
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating heavy plant equipment (Class B & C)
- Preparing service schedules
- Supervising plant operators and attendants
- Maintaining work tickets and plant records
Minimum Requirements:
- 4 years’ experience
- Valid Driving License BCED & H
- Suitability Test for Plant Operators Grade II
- Defensive Driving Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Computer literacy
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
3. Senior Security Assistant – SEKU Grade 10 (Former Grade 6)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/3/2/2026
Positions: 1
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting patrols and spot checks
- Supervising security guards
- Managing gate passes and visitor badges
- Maintaining Occurrence Book
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma in Criminology/Social Order or equivalent
- 4 years’ relevant experience (or Sergeant rank in KPS/KDF)
- At least 30 years of age
- Computer proficiency (ERP)
- Certificate of Good Conduct
4. Security Officer – SEKU Grade 8 (Former Grade 9)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/4/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology/Social Order or equivalent
- 4 years’ relevant experience
- At least 30 years of age
- Computer proficiency (ERP)
- Certificate of Good Conduct
5. Assistant Internal Auditor – SEKU Grade 9 (Former Grade 7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/5/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting option) or equivalent
- Computer literacy (Accounting packages & ERP)
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
6. Internal Auditor – SEKU Grade 8 (Former Grade 9)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/6/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting
- CPA (II) or equivalent
- 4 years’ experience
- ERP knowledge
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
7. Assistant ICT Officer – SEKU Grade 9 (Former Grade 7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/7/2/2026
Positions: 1
Deployment Areas:
- Business Applications
- Database Administration
- Infrastructure & Support
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field
- CCNA certification
- MCSE certification
- Programming & database skills
- Membership to Computer Society of Kenya
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
8. Custodian – SEKU Grade 13 (Former Grade 3)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/8/2/2026
Positions: 1
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant Certificate (minimum 1 month course)
- KCSE D Plain
- 4 years’ experience
- Computer literacy
- OR Certificate in Criminology/Social Work
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
9. Administrative Assistant – SEKU Grade 9 (Former Grade 7)
Ref: SEKU/ADV/AD/9/2/2026
Positions: 2
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Member of relevant professional body (where applicable)
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Computer proficiency
- Meet Chapter Six requirements
Application Procedure
Interested applicants must:
- Submit THREE (3) hard copies of:
- Application letter
- CV (including age, experience, current post & salary, contacts)
- Academic & Professional Certificates
- Testimonials
Address to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Corporate Services
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. Box 170-90200
Kitui, Kenya
- Send a mandatory scanned PDF copy (one running document) to: recruitment04@seku.ac.ke Subject Line: Indicate Job Applied For
- Ensure applications are received by: Friday, 6th March 2026