Principal Clerical Officer Job SEKU

Admin Jobs. South Eastern Kenya University Jobs

REF: SEKU/ADV/AD/2/10/2025 – 1 POSITION

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 6 months renewable contract

Duties and responsibilities shall entail:

• Verifying compiled statistical records for accuracy;
• Processing of human resource records and accounting transaction;
• Maintaining efficient filing system;
• Safe custody of invoices, receipts, vouchers and related records;
• Processing appointments, promotions, discipline cases, transfers and other related duties in human resource management;
• Preparing payment vouchers;
• Computing financial or statistical records based on routine or special sources of information;
• Drafting routine correspondences;
• Drafting indents for advertisement;
• Assisting Administrative officers/Assistnts in matters clerical work; and
• Mentoring and guiding other junior clerical officers.

For appointment to this grade, one must:

• Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Supply Management, Records Management, Business Administration or Kenya Accountants and Technicians Certificate (KATC), Intermediate level of Kenya Administration and Management Examination (KAME), offered by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• KCSE D Plus or equivalent from a recognized institution
• Have at least eight (8) years relevant working experience;
• Be of proven integrity, transparency and accountability;
• Be Proficient in computer applications.;
• Have demonstrated professional competence in discharging the Clerical work; and
• Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) on Leadership and Integrity upon successful appointment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES of application letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic & Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials to the address below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the envelope.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor,

Corporate Services

South Eastern Kenya University

P.O. BOX 170-90200,

KITUI.

A MANDATORY electronically scanned copy of the application in PDF format (as one running document) to be sent to recruitment04@seku.ac.ke by Friday, 14th November, 2025. INDICATE THE JOB APPLIED FOR ON THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
All applications should be sent to the above address by Friday, 14th November, 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SEKU is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.