The University of Eldoret is seeking to recruit Technologists in the department of Computer Science. The role is focused on the technical management of computer science laboratories within the university. The Technologist ensures that all hardware, software, and instructional materials are ready for student use, maintains safety standards, and handles the procurement and inventory of technical assets.
Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Facilitation: Collect and prepare teaching and research materials to facilitate students' practical sessions.
Procurement Management: Initiate procurement processes for laboratory/workshop tools, materials, machines, and equipment. Participate in developing annual procurement plans for the department to ensure supplies are available for teaching.
Laboratory Design & Activity: Design laboratory/workshop arrangements and assist in carrying out various laboratory/workshop field activities.
Safety Compliance: Ensure students follow laboratory/workshop safety procedures to minimize accidents and breakages.
Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance and repair of laboratory facilities and equipment to ensure they are in good condition for use.
Manual Development: Participate in the development of laboratory manuals in collaboration with lecturers to guide students in practical work.
Staff Supervision: Assign duties to laboratory/workshop assistants and attendants to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Inventory Control: Keep, manage, and be responsible for laboratory/workshop inventory.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Diploma in Computer Science or a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Experience: At least five (5) years of relevant work experience.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer applications.
Training: Continuous management training lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Certifications: First Aid and Occupational Health and Safety training.
Professional Membership: Membership registration with a relevant professional body.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send an electronic scanned copy of their application documents in PDF format (as one running document) to the following email address: vc.applications@uoeld.ac.ke.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Vice-Chancellor, University of Eldoret
Required Documents:
Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copies of relevant Academic certificates and Professional certificates.
Testimonials.
National Identity Card or Passport.
Three reference letters sent directly by referees to the email above, quoting the job reference number and name of the applicant on the email heading.
Note:
Indicate the position applied for and the advertisement number on the cover letter subject.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide current, valid documents for Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010), except for EACC.
Remuneration will be as per the current University policies and regulations. Positions are on permanent and pensionable terms.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send an electronic scanned copy of their application documents in PDF format (as one running document) addressed to the Vice-Chancellor via email: vc.applications@uoeld.ac.ke.
Application documents must include:
Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copies of relevant Academic and Professional certificates.
Testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport.
Three referees should send reference letters directly to the email, quoting the job reference number and name of applicant in the email heading.
Ensure you indicate the position applied for and the advertisement number on the cover letter subject line. Applications must be received on or before Midnight 27th May 2026.
