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Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering Job JKUAT Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Lecturer, Grade 12 – Department of Mechanical Engineering
Date Posted: 06/08/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Middle
Employer: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology
Industry: University
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 26/08/2026

REF: JKU/L/MEC/08/2026 (3 POSITIONS)

All applicants MUST:

  • Possess a PhD in Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering from an accredited and recognized institution;
  • Have earned a Master’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering from accredited and recognized university;
  • Have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering from accredited and recognized university;
  • Be registered with a relevant professional body and be in good standing.

OR

  • Possess a Master’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited and recognized institution;
  • Have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering from accredited and recognized university;
  • At least ten (10) years teaching experience or Industry experience in related field.
  • Have three (3) papers in referred journals or two (2) scholarly books since lastappointment/promotion;
  • Be registered with Engineers Board of Kenya as a professional Engineer and be in good standing.
  • A holder of Aircraft maintenance license with ratings related to mechanic/avionic/engine will be an added advantage

Submit a copy of letter of application, copies of certificates, testimonials and updated curriculum vitae to include full details of education and professional qualifications, experiences, present salary, names and addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be from the recent employment

Indicate clearly the position and reference on the application letter and on the envelope which should be addressed to:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
P.O. Box 62000-00200 NAIROBI

A soft copy of the same in pdf format should be sent to: recruit-aerospace26@jkuat.ac.ke

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