South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) has announced seven academic vacancies and invited suitably qualified candidates to apply for the available positions.
The opportunities are available in various departments under the university's Division of Academic, Research and Innovation (ARI), with the advertised positions including Senior Lecturer and Lecturer roles.
Qualified candidates interested in joining SEKU are encouraged to review the requirements for their preferred position and submit their applications before the stated deadline.
Employer: South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU)
Number of vacancies: 7
Job category: Academic Jobs
Positions: Senior Lecturer and Lecturer
Application deadline: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
SEKU Academic Vacancies
The seven advertised positions are spread across different academic departments and areas of specialization.
| No. | Position | Department / Specialization | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Sociology, Anthropology & Community Development, School of Humanities and Social Sciences – Criminology & Social Justice Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/01/08/2025 |
| 2 | Lecturer | Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology – Geotechnical/Structural Engineering Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/02/08/2025 |
| 3 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Agricultural Sciences, School of Agriculture, Water, Environment and Natural Resources (SAWENR) – Agricultural Economics Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/03/08/2026 |
| 4 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Private Law, School of Law – Private Law Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/04/08/2026 |
| 5 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Community Development, School of Humanities and Social Sciences – Hospitality Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/05/08/2026 |
| 6 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Public Health, School of Health Sciences – Epidemiology & Statistics Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/06/08/2026 |
| 7 | Senior Lecturer | Department of Nursing Sciences, School of Health Sciences – Community Health Nursing Specialization | SEKU/ADV/AC/07/08/2026 |
Departments Hiring at SEKU
The vacancies cover several areas of academic specialization, giving qualified professionals in different fields an opportunity to apply.
The advertised areas include Sociology, Anthropology and Community Development, Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Private Law, Hospitality, Public Health, Epidemiology and Statistics, and Community Health Nursing.
The first two vacancies in the announcement are marked as re-advertisements, while the remaining positions have 2026 reference numbers.
Who Can Apply for the SEKU Jobs?
The opportunities are open to suitably qualified candidates who meet the academic, professional and other requirements for the respective positions.
Applicants should carefully review the detailed requirements for the specific vacancy they wish to apply for before submitting their applications.
Because the positions have different areas of specialization, candidates should ensure that their qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position they are applying for.
SEKU Jobs Application Deadline
Deadline: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
South Eastern Kenya University has stated that the deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to complete the application process early and ensure that all required information and documents are provided.
How to Apply for SEKU Jobs
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official South Eastern Kenya University website to access the full vacancy details and application procedure.
The official website listed in the vacancy announcement is:
Applicants should carefully follow the instructions provided by the university and use the correct reference number for the position they are applying for.
Important Information for Applicants
Only duly shortlisted candidates will be contacted, according to the vacancy announcement.
SEKU has also warned that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
The university is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from both female and male candidates. Persons living with disabilities, minority groups and people from marginalized communities are also encouraged to apply.
SEKU Jobs 2026
South Eastern Kenya University has announced seven academic vacancies across different departments and specializations. The positions include Senior Lecturer and Lecturer opportunities.
Qualified candidates who are interested in the advertised opportunities should check the full vacancy announcement and application requirements before applying.
The application deadline is Tuesday, September 29, 2026, and applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Source: South Eastern Kenya University vacancy announcement.
Disclaimer: Blessed Media 001 publishes this vacancy information for informational purposes. Applicants should verify the complete requirements, application procedure and any updates directly from South Eastern Kenya University before submitting an application.

