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:
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Agriculture and Biotechnology
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Science
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Environmental Sciences & Natural Resource Management
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Engineering
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Education
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Business, Economics and Management Sciences
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Arts and Social Sciences
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Health Sciences and Wellness
The university has over 17,000 students, 1,000 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):
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Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Certified copies of relevant Academic certificates
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Certified copies of Professional certificates
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Testimonials
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National Identity Card or Passport
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Three (3) reference letters
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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:
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Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI)
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Tax Compliance Certificate (KRA)
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HELB Clearance Certificate
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EACC Clearance Certificate (excluded from the “shortlisted only” requirement)
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Credit Report (CRB)
How to Apply
Step One – Review Full Job Specifications
Visit the University of Eldoret website for detailed information on:
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Application procedures
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Specific requirements for each position
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Duties and responsibilities
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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
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Any form of direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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The University of Eldoret is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
Kevin Onsinsi is a career advisor and content writer at WebPulse Jobs. He helps Kenyan job seekers find legitimate opportunities and avoid scams. Based in Nakuru, Kevin has worked with hundreds of job seekers across the country. Connect with him at kevin@webpulse.co.ke.




