Murang'a University Announces Several Job Openings With October 3 Deadline

• Murang'a University advertised vacancies for vocational and technical trainers in different specialisations and schools
• It asked qualified candidates holding bachelor’s degrees in the relevant specialisation to apply online by October 3
• Career expert Simon Ingari advised job seekers on how to answer the most common interview question - tell us about yourself

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Murang'a University has announced several job openings and invited qualified candidates to apply by Thursday, October 3.

In an advert on its website, the chartered public university advertised vacancies for vocational and technical trainers in different specialisations.

"Applicants are required to apply online through the link (https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/hWqUABHK ) available on the portal (careers section). The deadline for submitting an application is Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 5.00pm," the advert stated.

What are the requirements for Murang'a University jobs?

• A bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialisation with at least two years of teaching/industry experience or a higher national diploma in the relevant specialisation with at least three years of teaching/industry experience.
• Registered and /or licensed member of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).
• Trained trainer/assessor certified by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVET CDACC).

Which jobs did Murang'a University advertise?

It advertised vacancies for TVET trainers in the following schools:

1. Pure, applied and health sciences - six positions.
2. Agriculture and environmental sciences.
3. Business and economics.
4. Hospitality and tourism management.
5. Engineering and technology.
6. Education.
7. Humanities and social sciences.
8. Computing and Information Technology (IT).

What is the common question in interviews?

Career expert Simon Ingari told TUKO.co.ke that at least eight interview questions are likely always to be asked.

He explained that candidates only have one chance during job interviews.

According to him, the most common question is 'Tell us about yourself'.

"Take a minute to introduce yourself and state your recent academic qualification and your relevant experience. E.g. my name is James, I am a highly motivated and adaptable individual with a passion for learning and growth. I thrive in fast-paced environments and constantly look for ways to improve and take on new challenges," he explained.

Which jobs did Baraton announce?

In related news, the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, in Nandi county, was hiring across different departments.

The private, coeducational Seventh-Day Adventist University announced the job openings on its website and asked qualified candidates to apply by Monday, September 23.

Besides lecturers, other vacant positions on offer were laboratory assistant in biological sciences and marketing coordinator.

Which jobs did USIU advertise?

Elsewhere, USIU-Africa announced job vacancies for faculty and administrative positions, with roles in pharmacology, digital management, content production, and more.

The university emphasised that no agents are involved in its recruitment process and that all communication would be sent through the official university email.

Interested candidates must apply by the given deadlines in September 2024 by submitting their applications via the designated USIU email addresses.

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