Careers
The Open University of Kenya (OUK) is a Public Specialised University chartered in August 2023 pursuant to Section 24(1)(b) of the Universities Act (No. 42 of 2012). The University is located 78 Kms from Nairobi at Konza Technopolis, within the boundaries of Machakos and Makueni Counties along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway.
The establishment of the Open University of Kenya reflects the Government’s commitment to fostering a knowledge-based society where education is a tool for personal advancement and national progress. The University is established on the philosophy of quality education, technology and accessibility that advocates for inclusivity, flexibility, openness, and innovation. The philosophy makes the institution unique in addressing the Government’s national strategic needs for skills development that will drive socio-economic growth.
All applicants should;
- Submit their application online through the specific links provided:
- Attach: Application Letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating (academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, list of publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership to professional associations or bodies and linkages, valid email addresses, telephone contacts), Certified copies of Certificates, National ID, and other testimonials;
- Provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees and ensure that you submit all reference letters as single scanned pdf file.
NOTE: The Terms of Service will be either Permanent and Pensionable or Contract, as shall be determined by the University Council.
Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 25th June, 2024. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PROF. CHRISTOPHER CHEPKEN
AG. DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE)
About
The Open University of Kenya (OUK) is a virtual learning institution deeply committed to advancing education and driving socio-economic growth within Kenya and beyond. Access to higher education has remained a major challenge in Kenya and this has disadvantaged citizens who seek to improve their knowledge, upscale skills and for posterity. Experts have noted that increasing the number of educational institutions so as to match the rate of population growth is an extremely difficult if not impossible solution especially when financial and other resource constraints are considered. Open and Distance Learning approaches, coupled with innovative ICT solutions, have proofed viable alternatives to providing excellent education to millions of people located wherever and whenever by different life circumstances.