Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the position of University Counsellor.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• PhD in counselling or its equivalent from an accredited institution

• Post-graduate Diploma in Counselling from an accredited institution.
• 3 years’ experience at Grade 11 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

• Be registered with and active members of professional associations in his/her profession where applicable.

Or:

• Master’s degree in Counselling.
• Post-graduate Diploma in Counselling from an accredited institution.
• 5 years’ experience in Grade 11 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Dean of Students

Duties and responsibilities:

• Promote the student’s welfare in terms of psychological, emotional, social and mental well-being.
• Liaise with the academic departments to provide career guidance and placement services to students/graduates.Organize and coordinate relevant public lecturers for students and staff.
• Organize and implement seminars and workshops for the enhancement of personal growth and development of the students and staff.
• Implement guidance and counselling policies within the university as well as any other relevant restorative policies.
• Liaise with other counselling organizations to enhance service provision in the University.
• Provide information for planning and budgeting for guidance and counselling programmes.
• Offer extension services in collaboration with the social welfare departments.
• Mediate between the external community and the university in order to foster healthy relationships.
• Liaise with the Dean of Students/associate Deans of students ( Campuses) and any other relevant offices for the well-being of the institution.
• Develop programs or systems that will support e- counselling in the University and introduce application of Artificial Intelligence to counselling.
• Performing any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Dean of Students.

Requirements

Candidates who meet the requirments should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.

Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.

The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

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