Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), through its subsidiary JKUAT Enterprises Limited (JKUATES), has announced a large-scale recruitment drive aimed at filling 216 job vacancies across various technical and professional fields.
JKUATES, which the university wholly owns, is undertaking the hiring as part of its broader mandate to support service delivery and innovation across public and private sectors in Kenya.
According to a job notice dated June 2025, the openings span 14 job categories in areas such as engineering, construction, surveying, planning, renewable energy, and law.
Some roles have numerous openings, with technician and engineering positions accounting for the majority.
Among the key roles advertised are 34 positions for Design Technicians, 33 for Construction Technicians, 33 for Operation and Maintenance Technicians, 16 for Engineers in Operation and Maintenance, and 11 for Design Engineers.
There is also one opening for a Legal Assistant.
Other available positions include Engineer Construction (13), Principal Engineer Construction (7), Planning Officer (1), Renewable Energy Assistant (5), Cartographer (17), Wayleaves Officer (15), Renewable Energy Officer (15), and Surveyor (15).
The advertised roles fall under job grades 4 to 8, with seniority and requirements varying by role.
Applicants must submit a signed application letter, detailed curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates, and a copy of their national ID.
All applications must be submitted online via the JKUATES e-recruitment portal at jkuates.fuzu.com by Tuesday, 12th August 2025.
JKUATES has made it clear that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and warned that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
In line with national diversity and inclusion policy, the recruitment is open to all qualified individuals, but particularly encourages applications from women, youth, persons with disabilities, and individuals from marginalized communities.
Additionally, successful candidates will be expected to provide clearance certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and a valid credit report from a licensed Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
JKUATES, which plays a central role in JKUAT’s research, consultancy, and training functions, says the hiring reflects its continued growth and commitment to offering top-quality professional services.
Further details are available on their official website www.jkuates.co.ke, or applicants may reach out via email at [email protected].
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