The state corporation responsible for Kenya’s university quality assurance is hiring Corporation Secretary, Directors, Accreditation Officers, Librarians, Drivers, and more. Deadline: June 2, 2026.
Date: May 12, 2026 – 2:00 PM EAT
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NAIROBI, Kenya – Job seekers targeting Kenya’s education sector have a major reason to apply. The Commission for University Education (CUE) , established under the Universities Act Cap 210, has unveiled a large-scale recruitment drive featuring more than 30 vacancies across management, technical, and support functions.
The Commission, which serves as the beacon of excellence in Kenyan university education, announced the openings on May 12, 2026. It seeks dynamic, competent, and self-driven individuals to join its headquarters on Redhill Road, off Limuru Road, Gigiri.
Senior Management Roles (Contract Basis)
Three high-profile positions are available on contract terms:
| Ref. No. | Position | Grade | Slots |
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| CUE/01/2026/001 | Corporation Secretary & Director Legal Services | CUE 2 | 1 |
| CUE/01/2026/002 | Director Internal Audit & Risk Assurance | CUE 2 | 1 |
| CUE/01/2026/003 | Deputy Director Corporate Communication & Public Relations | CUE 3 | 1 |
Core Accreditation & Quality Assurance Roles (Permanent & Pensionable)
The bulk of the vacancies fall under CUE’s core mandate of university accreditation:
Assistant Commission Secretary Level (CUE 4):
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Programme Accreditation – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/004)
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Institutional Accreditation – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/005)
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Quality Assurance – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/009)
Principal Officers (CUE 4):
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Principal Librarian – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/006)
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Principal Planning Officer – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/007)
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Principal ICT Officer – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/008)
Mid-Level Professional Roles (CUE 5 & CUE 6)
Senior Officers (CUE 5):
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Senior Programme Accreditation Officer – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/011)
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Senior Institutional Accreditation Officer – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/012)
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Senior Quality Assurance Officer – 3 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/013)
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Senior Supply Chain Management Officer – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/014)
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Senior Office Administrator – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/010)
Officers (CUE 6):
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Programme Accreditation Officer – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/015)
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Institutional Accreditation Officer – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/016)
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Library Accreditation Officer/Librarian – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/017)
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Quality Assurance Officer – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/018)
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Research Officer – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/019)
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Accountant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/020)
Support & Administrative Vacancies
CUE Grade 7:
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Senior Assistant Office Administrator – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/021)
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Senior Legal Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/022)
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Senior Records Management Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/023)
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Senior ICT Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/024)
CUE Grade 8:
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Senior Security Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/025)
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Corporate Communications Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/026)
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Human Resource & Administration Assistant – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/027)
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Accounts Assistant (Re-advertisement) – 1 post (Ref: CUE/01/2026/028)
CUE Grade 9 & 10:
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Driver (Grade 9) – 3 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/029)
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Office Assistant (Grade 10) – 2 posts (Ref: CUE/01/2026/030)
How to Apply for CUE Jobs
Important: The Commission will only accept online applications. Hard copy submissions will be rejected.
Application Process:
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Visit the CUE website: www.cue.or.ke
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Go to the “Careers” portal.
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Select your desired position using the Reference Number (e.g., CUE/01/2026/015).
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Complete the online application form thoroughly.
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Submit before the deadline.
Deadline: June 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM (East Africa Time).
Chapter 6 Compliance Documents
Successful candidates must provide the following clearance certificates before receiving an offer:
| Document | Issuing Body |
|---|---|
| Certificate of Good Conduct | Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) |
| Clearance Certificate | Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) |
| Tax Compliance Certificate | Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) |
| Clearance Certificate | Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) |
| Clearance Certificate | Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) |
Critical Information for Applicants
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All-Inclusive Employer: CUE welcomes applications from all qualified Kenyans. Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are strongly encouraged to apply.
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No Canvassing: Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
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Original Certificates: Shortlisted candidates must bring original academic and professional certificates for verification.
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Notification: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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No Fees: CUE does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.
Why Join CUE?
Working at the Commission for University Education means contributing directly to the quality of university education, training, and research in Kenya. These permanent and pensionable positions offer job security, competitive remuneration approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), and a chance to shape the future of higher education.
For full job descriptions, visit the CUE careers portal today before the June 2 deadline.
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