Kenyatta University
Kenyatta University is recruiting an Endowment Officer Grade 11 to establish and manage the university's endowment office operations. This is a full-time Administration Jobs opportunity in Kenya that requires a finance professional with advanced qualifications and fundraising experience. The role offers competitive terms of service including a basic salary and house allowance.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: Administration Jobs
- Job Type: Full Time Jobs
- Location: Nairobi
- Company: Kenyatta University
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis
- Last Updated: April 8, 2026
Endowment Officer Grade 11 at Kenyatta University – Kenyatta University Kenya Job Details
The Endowment Officer, under the guidance of the Director, shall be responsible for:
- Establishing the Endowment Office structures, including systems, processes, and operational frameworks.
- Developing and implementing endowment-related policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures in alignment with University statutes and governance structures.
- Providing financial and technical support in the formulation and execution of endowment fundraising and resource mobilization strategies.
- Coordinating endowment financial planning, budgeting, investment tracking, and reporting.
- Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, audit requirements, and risk management standards applicable to endowment funds.
- Maintaining accurate financial records of endowment contributions, investments, and fund performance.
- Preparing periodic performance, compliance, and impact reports for University Management and the Board.
Qualifications and Experience
The position requires a finance-oriented professional with the following qualifications:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A relevant professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent.
- At least five (5) years of working experience in fundraising, development work, partnerships, or resource mobilization.
- Strong analytical, financial reporting, and policy implementation skills.
Method of Application
The terms of service include a basic salary and a house allowance.
Applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualifications, 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 the area of specialization.
Applicants and Referees should write directly to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
Kenyatta University
P.O. BOX 43844 – 00100
NAIROBI
Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than 20th April 2026
🎯 How to Apply
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for the Endowment Officer Grade 11 at Kenyatta University job in Kenya, you must hold a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Additionally, you need a relevant professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA, plus at least five years of working experience in fundraising, development work, partnerships, or resource mobilization. Strong analytical and financial reporting skills are essential for this Administration Jobs position in Kenya.
The Endowment Officer Grade 11 at Kenyatta University position in Kenya involves establishing endowment office structures, systems, and operational frameworks under the Director's guidance. Key responsibilities include developing endowment policies, coordinating financial planning and investment tracking, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing periodic performance reports. This Administration Jobs role requires you to provide financial and technical support for fundraising and resource mobilization strategies aligned with university governance structures.
When you apply for the Endowment Officer Grade 11 at Kenyatta University in Kenya, submit your application with full details of educational and professional qualifications, work experience, current post, salary, telephone number, and email address. You must also enclose copies of certificates, testimonials, and provide the names and addresses of three referees conversant with your specialization. Send your application to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration & Finance), Kenyatta University, P.O. BOX 43844 – 00100, Nairobi, before the deadline of 20th April 2026.
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