Job Description

Job Description

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) is situated Bondo Town within Siaya County on Bondo Usenge Road. JOOUST is the successor of Bondo University College (BUC) which was established by the Government of Kenya as a Constituent College of Maseno University through a Legal Order No. 56 of 11th May 2009. The University is a premier institution of higher learning offering relevant and quality market driven academic programmes for steering Socio-economic development. The University is strategically located at the quiet serene beaches of Lake Victoria and focuses on the development of Kenya’s cultural heritage through the utilization of the vast natural resources for academic advancement and research purposes premised on improving the socio-economic status of communities. The location of the University is not only friendly for pursuit of academic excellence and scholarship but also suitable for the high profile research undertaking as well as community outreach. JOOUST is a centre of excellence in training, research and community outreach services offering practical and market oriented courses. As part of our culture, we are committed to timely delivery of quality services commensurate with our client’s expectations. We take cognizance of the limitations due to resources constraints in accessing university education. In all your dealings and undertakings with us, it is envisaged that you treat us with courtesy and respect as our esteemed and treasured client We are committed to the principle of zero tolerance to corruption and in order to achieve this, we shall provide comprehensive information on our services and details of associated costs, conversely we appeal to you not offer gifts, money or other favours to our staff in exchange of a service. Finally, feel free and welcome to give feedback and advice on how you feel we could be add value to your academic advancement and socio-economic well being.

GRADE 12 – REF: JOOUST/ACD/UC/5/22

Job Responsibilities and Roles

The University Chaplain shall be responsible overseeing all religious activities within the Institution for both staff and students. Reporting to the Dean of Students, the University Chaplain shall be responsible for the following:

• Coordinate religious linkages both locally and globally through affiliations in order to get speakers and mentorship to students.


• Oversee religious activities in order to provide spiritual nourishment by preparing the religious calendar of events that will be implemented by the institution.


• Prepare activities to be carried out by religious groups in liaison with religious leaders and pastors to facilitate the meeting of set objectives for a given academic year.


• Oversee and asses the activities of peer educators to ensure they stick to the core purpose of the group


• Coordinate work study programs by advertising, vetting, allocation and processing of payments to enable needy student meet their financial needs.


• Organize for mentorship programs to enable students deal with spiritual, academic and financial needs.


• Organize for joint services to enhance spiritual cohesiveness by bringing various different groups together.


• Organize outreach programs with various religious groups to help meet the needs of the community around


• Provide spiritual guidance and support to students and staff through pastoral counselling to help them deal with issues affecting the spiritual growth.


• Ensure activeness of the Institution’s choir by recruiting new members, drawing up the choir’s budget and securing fund for their uniforms.


• Perform religious duties such as presiding over baptism, sacraments, weddings and funerals to meet the spiritual needs of the Institution’s community.


• Attend relevant trainings in matters relating to chaplaincy to enhance efficiency and productivity.


• Conduct orientations to new students to sensitize them on various chaplaincy activities.


• Liaise with the wardens to address spiritual issues in the halls of residence


• Organize for external speakers that address emerging issues in both the religious and social circles through public lectures.


• Carry out counselling services to both the students and staff to assist them in coping up with issues affecting various aspects of their lives.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Holder of an earned PhD degree in Theology or Islamic Studies or related field from a university.


• Gazetted or approved to discharge ordinances with at least 5 years’ experience in coordinating religious activities and working with university/college students or youths.


• Demonstrate outstanding leadership, coordination and organizational capabilities.


• Prior teaching in a university will be an added advantage.


• Must be a person of high integrity and unquestionable character.


• Must possess good interpersonal, communication skills, effective listening skills and ability to work independently is most desirable.


• Proven problem solving and organizational skills, flexibility and calm under pressure.

Method of Application

Submit your CV with three referees, details of current remuneration, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and testimonials as well as names and contacts ( including postal and email addresses, and daytime telephone numbers) and Application to  vc@jooust.ac.ke
Use the title of the position as the subject of the email

Closing Date : 15 May. 2022

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