ARTISAN II (PAINTER) at Pwani University

Pwani University, a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town
of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer. The University's Mission is to generate, disseminate and
apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to
international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research. The
University has a vacancy for the position of Artisan II (Painter).

ARTISAN II GRADE 3 1 POSITION REF: PU/ADV/05/11/2025
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF ARTISAN II (PAINTER) GRADE 3

This is an entry position in the University to this cadre and appointment shall be on such terms and
conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or
any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.

Academic Qualification
The candidate must have a minimum mean grade of D+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent and a Trade
Certificate in a reievant field from a recognised institution.

Experiencе
The candidate must have a minimum six (6) years relevant work experience with proven integrity,
independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
In addition, the candidate must have experience in handling the following:
• Demonstration of hands-on ability to complete tasks
• Practicing safe working habits
Submission of reports to supervisor

Skills
The candidate must have:
Communication skill
Knowledge of works in the area of specialization
Mastery of power or hand tools used in his work
Team work skills

In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;
Apply coatings such as paint, ink, or lacquer, to protect or decorate work piece surfaces,
using pray guns, pens or brushes to create a neat and enhance look on the University
facilities.
Select and mix ingredients to prepare coating substances according to specifications to
ensure the desired outcome is achieved.
Conceal blemishes in work pieces, such as nicks and dents to enhance the durability of
facilities and maintain neat surfaces.
Clean surfaces of work pieces in preparation for coating.
Rinse, drain or wipe coated work pieces to remove excess coating material or to facilitate
setting of finishing coats on work pieces to produce tidy surfaces.
Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs.
Keep safe çustody of tools and equipment's use

kills
The candidate must have the following:-
Communication skills
Computer proficiency
First Aid and life saving
Interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Public relations
Report writing skills
Team work

ERMS OF SERVICE
Benefits for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for
staff and dependents, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other
regular allowances as determined by SRC.

Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed
Curriculum Vitae, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications,
work experience,present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts ofthree referees
who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and
testimonials

Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to: 

The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi

Candidates with foreign qualifications MUST submit a Certificate of Recognition from the
Commission of University Education (CUE).

Pwani University is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with
disability are encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their National Council for Persons
with Disability (NCPWD) Certificate.

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday 5th December, 2025. Applications received later
than this date will not be considered

Please Note that: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Those who had applied earlier need not reapply