21 Vacancies Open at University of Eldoret Jobs in Kenya – May 2026 Recruitment

21 Vacancies Open at University of Eldoret Jobs in Kenya – May 2026 Recruitment

University of Eldoret Jobs in Kenya – May 2026 Recruitment

Application Deadline: 27th May 2026 – Midnight (East African Time)
Employment Type: Permanent, Pensionable & Contract
Location: Eldoret, Kenya


About the University of Eldoret

The University of Eldoret is a public university chartered in 2013. The university comprises eight (8) schools:

  • Agriculture and Biotechnology

  • Science

  • Environmental Sciences & Natural Resource Management

  • Engineering

  • Education

  • Business, Economics and Management Sciences

  • Arts and Social Sciences

  • Health Sciences and Wellness

The university has over 17,000 students1,000 employees, and land measuring 1,057 acres.

Vision: To be a premier university nurturing global leaders and innovators for sustainability.

Mission: To provide quality education, training, research and entrepreneurship in Science, Agriculture, Engineering, Technology and the Arts to meet the needs and aspirations of a dynamic society.

Under Part V Section 35 of the Universities Act 2012, the University of Eldoret invites applications for the following positions.


Current Vacancies Summary

No. Position Grade Reference No. Posts
1 Senior Assistant Registrar (HR) 13 UoE/AD/C/01/04/02/2026 1
2 Farm Manager 12 UoE/AD/C/02/04/02/2026 1
3 Lecturer 12 UoE/AC/C/01/04/02/2026 3
4 Tutorial Fellow 11 UoE/AC/C/02/04/02/2026 3
5 Technologist 6 UoE/AC/C/03/04/02/2026 8

Total Vacancies: 16


Employment Terms

Position Terms
Farm Manager 3-year contract (renewable)
Tutorial Fellow 3-year contract (renewable)
Senior Assistant Registrar (HR) Permanent and Pensionable
Lecturer Permanent and Pensionable
Technologist Permanent and Pensionable

Remuneration: As per current University policies and regulations.


Application Requirements

Interested applicants must submit the following documents as one electronic scanned copy in PDF format (one running document):

  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified copies of relevant Academic certificates

  • Certified copies of Professional certificates

  • Testimonials

  • National Identity Card or Passport

  • Three (3) reference letters

  • Other relevant supporting documents


Chapter Six (6) Compliance

Current and valid documents for Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) shall be required by the University for shortlisted candidates only, except for the EACC clearance certificate.

The required documents include:

  • Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI)

  • Tax Compliance Certificate (KRA)

  • HELB Clearance Certificate

  • EACC Clearance Certificate (excluded from the “shortlisted only” requirement)

  • Credit Report (CRB)


How to Apply

Step One – Review Full Job Specifications

Visit the University of Eldoret website for detailed information on:

  • Application procedures

  • Specific requirements for each position

  • Duties and responsibilities

  • Academic and professional specifications

Website: www.uoeld.ac.ke

Step Two – Prepare Your Application

Indicate the position applied for and the advertisement number on the cover letter.

Step Three – Submit Electronically

Send the electronic scanned copy of your application documents in PDF format (as one running document) to:

Email: vc.applications@uoeld.ac.ke

Addressed to: The Vice-Chancellor, University of Eldoret

Step Four – Submit Before Deadline

All applications must be received on or before midnight, 27th May 2026.

No applications submitted after the closing date and time will be considered.


Important Notices

  • Any form of direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • The University of Eldoret is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer