Sr Lecturer Grade 5a – Private Law Job SEKU

REF: SEKU/ADV/AC/04/08/2026 (1 POST)

Teaching Jobs. SEKU Jobs. Senior Lecturer in Private Law teaching and researching in the field, requiring an earned PhD in Private Law with 3+ years university teaching experience, 32 publication points, and membership with the Law Society of Kenya, in an academic environment, on-site role.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this position the candidate must have:

• An earned PhD in Private Law or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognized and accredited University.
• Master’s degree qualification in Private Law or equivalent degree qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
• Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree qualification from a recognized and accredited University.
• At least three (3) years teaching experience at the University level as a Lecturer Grade 6A or six (6) years research/industry experience.
• A minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points as a Lecturer or equivalent, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.
• Supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or equivalent.
• Membership of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing and in possession of a valid practicing certificate.
• Have attracted research or development funds as a Lecturer SEKU Grade 6A or its equivalent.
• In-depth professional/discipline specific knowledge and experience in a specialized field or broad knowledge of a number of fields.
• Compliance with Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity (2010).
• Relevant experience in civil litigation, conveyancing, dispute resolution or other private-law practice, will be an added advantage.

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.

All applications should be sent to the above address by Tuesday, 29th September, 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 SEKU is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates as well as persons living with disabilities, people from marginalized groups and minority groups are encouraged to apply.