Career Opportunities in a Fast Growing Institution
Kenyatta University Funeral Home (K.U.F.H)
Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for the following positions in Kenyatta University Funeral Home:
i. Morticians – Grade C/D
ii. Mortician – Grade A/B
iii. Assistant Mortician – Grade III/ IV
Common qualifications:
For Mortician – Grade C/D and Grade A/B:
- At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy mortuary or a reputable Funeral Home
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong English and Swahili language skills
Grade C/D
Qualifications:
- KCE Division II/ KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus)and above
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/ Technology
ii. Mortician
Grade A/B
Qualifications:
- KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) and above
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/ Technology
- Certificate in Mortuary practice
- Qualities which are an added advantage:
- Certificate in Customer Care
- Knowledge of lowing gear operations
- Ability to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of deliverables
- Specialization in Histopathology or Anatomic Sciences
Successful applicants will be involved in reception, preservation, storage and dispatch of bodies in addition they will be assigned administrative duties from time to time as well as supervision of post mortem.
iii. Assistant Mortician
Grade III/ IV
Qualifications:
- KCE Division IV/ KCSE Mean Grade D (plain) and above
- Certificate in Mortuary Practice
Applicants without professional certificates but have proven cumulative five (5) years relevant work experience in a similar facility will be considered.
Terms of Service: The terms of service for the above positions include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.
Successful candidates will be offered two (2) year renewable performance - based contract and gratuity will be paid at the end of the contract.
The application letter should give full details of education and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.
Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.
Applicants and Referees should write directly to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)
Kenyatta University
P. O. Box 43844 – 00100
Nairobi
Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than, Wednesday, 12th November 2014.
Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Women are also encouraged to apply.