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Laikipia University has announced employment opportunities for suitably qualified and experienced professionals seeking to join the institution in various academic, research and technical positions.
The vacancies have been announced by the Office of the Registrar, Administration and Human Capital, with opportunities available in areas including Library, Education, Sport Science, Curriculum, Geography, Cartography and Survey, and Agricultural Economics.
Laikipia University is a public chartered university located approximately 11 kilometres from Nyahururu Town along the Nyahururu-Nakuru Highway. The institution says it is committed to teaching, learning, research, training, consultancy, innovation, outreach and collaboration.
Laikipia University Jobs and Vacancies
The advertised positions include both permanent and pensionable opportunities as well as fixed-term contracts, depending on the position.
1. University Librarian – Grade AD 15
School/Department: Library
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Library
Terms: 5-year contract
Reference: LU/AD/9/1/2026
2. Associate Professor – Grade AC 14
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: ECDE
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/9/2/2026
3. Senior Lecturer – Grade AC 13
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: ECDE
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/9/3/2026
4. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: ECDE
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/9/4/2026
5. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Sport Science
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/9/5/2026
6. Technologist II – Grade AD 8
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Curriculum
Terms: 3-year contract
Reference: LU/AD/9/6/2026
7. Technologist III – Grade AD 7
School: School of Education
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Curriculum
Terms: 3-year contract
Reference: LU/AD/9/7/2026
8. Lecturer – Grade AC 12
School: School of Science and Applied Technology (SSAT)
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Geography
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/9/9/2026
9. Technologist III – Grade AD 7
School: School of Science and Applied Technology
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Cartography and Survey
Terms: 3-year contract
Reference: LU/AD/9/8/2026
10. Senior Lecturer – Grade AC 13
School: School of Agriculture
Vacancy: 1
Area of Speciality: Agricultural Economics
Terms: Permanent and pensionable
Reference: LU/AC/10/3/2026
How to Apply for Laikipia University Jobs
Interested and qualified applicants are required to prepare their applications according to the requirements and specifications provided by Laikipia University.
The advertisement instructs applicants to submit two hard copies of their applications to:
Registrar, Administration & Human Capital
Laikipia University
P.O. Box 1100–20300
Nyahururu, Kenya
Applicants are also required to submit a running PDF soft copy of the complete application package to:
recruitment@laikipia.ac.ke
Clearance Requirements
Successful candidates will be required to obtain clearance from relevant institutions, including the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), a Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB), and the Commission for University Education (CUE), where applicable.
Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete the Laikipia University Consent Form for purposes of initiating background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Laikipia University states that it is an equal employment opportunity employer. Suitably qualified applicants from different backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and those from marginalized groups and areas.
Application Deadline
The deadline stated in the advertisement is 2 October 2025.
Because the deadline shown on the supplied advertisement has already passed, applicants should confirm with Laikipia University whether the recruitment exercise has been extended, re-advertised or replaced by a newer announcement before submitting an application.
Applicants are also encouraged to check the university's official website for the full job descriptions, qualifications and application requirements.
Important: This article is based on the employment advertisement provided. Always verify the latest recruitment information directly with Laikipia University before submitting personal documents or making any application.
