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Master’s scholarship opportunity – Up to 21,000 USD per year

The Office of Dean of Students and Career Services would like to inform you that the call for application for the 2021-2022 Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarships is now open.

These scholarships are awarded to full-time master’s students from developing countries studying in fields of zero-carbon energy, smart grids, electric transportation, energy storage, advanced electricity technologies, public policy, economics, law, political science, or other relevant fields. The award of up to $21,000 US per year (for up to two years) is tenable at any university in the world. The deadline to submit an application is March 8, 2021.

Since last year, Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP) is allocating a share of its scholarships to students pursuing master’s studies in universities based in developing countries with the aim of supporting developing countries in building local expertise.

The Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP) is a unique CEO-led alliance of leading global electricity companies promoting electrification and sustainable energy development. It has awarded 135 scholarships to students from 37 countries since the inception of the program in 2001.

Detailed instructions on how to apply are available on our website:

https://www.globalelectricity.org/scholarship/how-to-apply/

University of Nairobi – Virtual Employer Career Day – 2021

Standard Chartered is delighted to invite students of final year groups who are to graduate in 2022 to attend an exclusive “Employer on Campus” event.

Standard Chartered leaders from different businesses and Early Careers team will be in attendance and are eagerly looking forward to speaking to you about our unique offering and the early careers roles we have on offer.

Attendance at the event is via online registration requiring an upload of your CV and we will be in contact to formally invite successful applicants.

Apply on https://tinyurl.com/EVUNKE21

Event Date : Monday Feb 01st, 2021

Standard Chartered is delighted to invite students from penultimate year groups and subject disciplines
to attend an exclusive “Virtual Employer on Campus Day” to explore the possible career directions. Our
advice can give you a much clearer picture of the profession.

Agenda

• Know about Standard Chartered bank
• Get to know about open roles in SC for the year 2021 i.e:
o International Graduate Program -2021
o Internship Program – 2021
• Learn about the recruitment process
• Get answer to your queries
• Career advise

Eligibility Criteria: – Students Graduating in 2022.

Invitation

Unilever IdeaTrophy is a creative marketing experience, where you will figure out how business works in real life while developing your skills and competencies. Unilever IdeaTrophy offers a unique learning experience for all participants at all stages.

Every year, a leading Unilever brand or function is selected as the sole focus of Unilever IdeaTrophy. Do you want to participate this year? Great! Please reach out to the Office of Career Services for details!

UoN Student Wins Global Finals Huawei ICT Competition 2020 Awards

Three Kenyan teams that emerged top of the Huawei ICT Global Competition were awarded at a colourful ceremony on Monday January 18, 2021.

The event which was held at the Nairobi Serena Hotel and officiated by Amb. Simon Nabukwesi, the Principal Secretary of the State Department for University Education and Research in the Ministry of Education.

Maluki Muthusi, a 3^rd Year University of Nairobi student at the School of Computing and Informatics was awarded first prize for winning in the global finals ICT competition in the network track. The ICT competition, network track, is a skill-based competition involving hands-on experience on computer networks and network security.

The University of Nairobi’s Vice Chancellor congratulated the UoN team for their effort & dedication in showcasing technical skills to win the global Competition. He assured on the University’s commitment to continue partnering with industry partners to create opportunities for students.

Amb. Simon Nabukwesi acknowledged and commended the ICT Competitions noting the significance they accord to the Education sector. “The ICT Competition is a unique contribution that the private sector can provide that significantly enhances the quality of our ICT education. We recognize the need for different formats that are practical and hands-on to complement the theory,” the PS said. He congratulated the students and lecturers for winning these awards and outstandingly representing Kenya at the international level. He also thanked Huawei for commitment and support to building capacity amongst Kenyan students and institutions in ICT saying this will go a long way in creating jobs and digital solutions.

The 2019-2020 ICT Competition received over 6,400 student applications out of which 100 students proceeded to the national finals. Five teams later proceeded to the regional finals and eventually three teams represented Kenya at the global stage.

The winners were awarded medals, certificates and a variety of Huawei products and Huawei Exam Vouchers as rewards.

Other guests who attended the award ceremony were Prof. Joseph Rotich, Vice Chancellor, Laikipia University, Prof. Robert Kinyua Wambui Ngumi, DVC JKUAT and Mr. Johnson Ireri Kinyua, Dean of Students, University of Nairobi.

THERE IS NO HOPE LOST YET EVEN AT THE LOOMING COVID-19 PANDEMIC, JOB SEARCHERS BE WARE!

Covid-19 Pandemic arrived with a bang, yes, a negative one it is. Many were abruptly left jobless, an occurrence that caught them unaware. This is likely to be the trend going forward as the world over is transforming in to life with Covid-19. Many employers are already inputting and thinking on the best strategies to adopt while at the same time endeavoring to maximize on the human resources available. As such, the long-range economic impacts of the COVID-19 crisis are unclear at this time, but near-term hiring plans for most employers are already in a state of flux. Students and especially final year students should be mentally prepared for this harsh reality even before entering the employment industry.

So, with all this uncertainty what could be next for the new job searchers? The final Year University Students who are optimistic, energetic and enthusiastic about getting their dream jobs? There is no hope lost yet as companies are transitioning in to running things with the pandemic. Students may need to keep tabs and re-align themselves with these changing trends. Adopting is the new normal in the employment industry. Below are a few ideas that intended to help students stay abreast of the shifting environment and develop strategies for navigating during the uncertainty, as well as prepare for a post-crisis job market. A few points to maintain perspective:

Be patient and optimistic. Most employees are either acting or have already started to act by suspending hiring or downsizing on the already existing staffs. This has been occasioned by the existence of the pandemic. There is a risk of most employers suspending hiring activities. The degree of uncertainty that is predicted to sustain into the fall is likely to cause many employers to put an indefinite pause on plans. This doesn’t mean they won’t hire again, just that right now they can’t make accurate predictions.
Take time to make deep research on the new employment trends. The looming health crisis will eventually subside. How much upheaval it will leave in its wake is open to speculation. However, there is reason to believe that most things currently shuttered will resume some semblance of operation. Students should focus on positioning themselves for fast re-entry into the job market when conditions begin to re-stabilize. That means spending time now deeply researching interest fields and employers, perfecting resumes and social media profiles, expanding their network of professionals, and honing interviewing skills.
Beware that there is likelihood of increased demand for goods and services in certain industries. Some industries are currently experiencing or will experience increased demand for goods and services because of the crisis, such as health care, pharmaceuticals, grocery chains, delivery services, virtual technology tools, remote instruction, and others. As the crisis lingers, many of these industries will need to ramp up hiring.
Stay in touch with potential employers. Companies are also keeping in touch with potential candidates. Such companies are bound to make a quicker rebound than others. For the current crisis, that means students who have already made significant inroads with employers should maintain contact and consider ways they can engage remotely, even temporarily. For example, are there projects that could be performed on a contract basis?

Plan to adopt to new working practices. As people working remotely adjust to new virtual options, some newly adopted practices will be sustained. That means new businesses or services may emerge from the crisis, creating opportunities for students with a more entrepreneurial orientation. Researching where some of these trends are heading may lead to some unexpected opportunities.

With so many aspects beyond individual control, students are advised for the present to focus on maintaining a positive mindset and on that which can be controlled. HR Practitioners have advised job searchers not to abandon the dream job, but devise a Plan B and even Plan C to get through the next steps. Use the immediate time to make investments in foundational career development and job search skills.

UoN Hosts an Inter-Faith Prayer Day 2021

The University of Nairobi’s Staff Members and students were on Friday January 15, 2021 afternoon encouraged to appreciate the virtue of restoration and acknowledge the presence of God in everything they do. The Inter-Faith University Prayer Day which was dubbed “The Virtual Interfaith University Prayer Day, 2021”, organized by the Office of the Dean of Students was moderated by the three University Chaplains, Catholic, Muslims and Protestants. The prayer day was aimed at celebrating the University’s 50 Years Jubilee and committing the University Community and all planned activities for the year 2021 into God’s hands.

The University’s Chaplaincy blessed the event with holy talks on topics ranging from Acknowledging God, Prioritizing God, Thanking God and being hopeful even when things seemed to have gone under. “In all our achievements in 2021 and in the future, let us acknowledge the hand of God”, said Rev. Mitei, the University’s Catholic Chaplain in his sermon.

The University’s VC, Prof. Kiama emphasized on the need for every party that is involved directly with the University to value and appreciate the virtue of restoration. “It is time for the University’s restoration as we move on this year to continue depending on God to help us in the coming years”, he reiterated. The Vice chancellor further requested the entire University community to be restored to their values, express their talents and trust in God to guide and give us all we need to achieve our goals.

In his welcoming note, the DVC Academic Affairs, Prof. Julius Ogeng’o appreciated and committed the University before God and encouraged all students and staff members on the need for the bi-annual prayers for God to continue to strengthen us as a University and individuals.

The Muslim Chaplain quoted the Holy Quran and in the spirit of the Holly Book, he encouraged the congregation to remain hopeful and not to give up nor despair even when things look unusual. “Our desire for success should be greater than fear” he reiterated.

Staff members also took the opportunity to honor, remember and pray for the families of colleagues who had passed on as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

God has done so much for the University of Nairobi in 50 years, may he walk with us as a University in all our aspirations for 2021 and in the future.

Call for Applications: University of Nairobi Research and Innovation Fellowship 2021

Dear Staff/Students

As a leading institution of learning and research, the university, through C4DLab (the Innovation and Incubation Hub) and a strategic industry partner, is running a 6 month-long prestigious Research & Innovation Fellowship.

The competitive fellowship will give 20 select fellows an opportunity to solve real-life local problems while applying the 21st century 4Cs skills and explore human-centered design / Design thinking methodologies. The fellows – together with other curious change makers and a community of research and innovation experts – will engage in rewarding research, problem solving and innovation projects in financial services.

To be admitted, the fellow will be required to have satisfied the following requirements:

· Final level undergraduate and Masters-level students (interested PhD students will also be considered)

· Students from the following Schools/faculties/departments: Computer Science, Business, Development Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Law, Actuarial Science, Economics, Engineering, and Agriculture

· Curious about research and innovation and particularly application of Design Thinking to solving real-life local problems.

· Submit evidence of challenges that one has attempted to solve, CV, practical work portfolio and a motivation why your application should be considered.

· Available to commit close to a 6 month-long program allocating an average of 15 hours per week to the fellowship program.

· Demonstrated passion and interest in problem-solving and innovation challenges.

The select fellows will undertake a deep immersion into four pillars that shall prepare them as researchers and innovators. The four pillars are:

· 21st century 4 C’s skills of Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Creativity.

· Principles and practices of Design Thinking, Innovation, and Problem Based Learning (fundamentals)

· Multi-disciplinary practical problem-solving.

· Practical research techniques – data collection, surveys, Focus Group Discussions, observation, and contextual interviews.

Application Deadline: 22^nd January, 2021

APPLY NOW!

Got any questions? View our FAQ page

C4DLab – Innovation Hub

Chiromo Campus, University of Nairobi – Off Riverside Drive

hello@c4dlab.ac.ke

(254)790-413 836

INVITATION TO THE INTER-FAITH UNIVERSITY PRAYER DAY 2021

The University Chaplaincy has organized an Inter-Faith University Prayer Day to commit the University Community and all planned activities for the year 2021 into God’s hands. This is also a day set aside for giving thanks to God and seeking for His continued blessings and protection to the University community.

In adherence to the Covid-19 guidelines and protocols, we shall have a limited number of staff and students in Taifa Hall and the rest of the University Community is invited to follow the prayer day proceedings live on the University Website, Facebook and Twitter accounts.

The details for the Prayer Day are as follows:

Date: Friday January 15, 2020

Time: 2.30 – 4.00 P.M.

Venue: Taifa Hall

Live stream: On the UoN Website: http://www.uonbi.ac.ke/livestream or Facebook and YouTube pages.

For the Staff and Students who would like to be part of the physical audience in Taifa Hall, please register here. Only the first 200 Staff and Students to register will be allowed entry to Taifa Hall in adherence to the Covid-19 guidelines.

You are cordially invited to join in this day of prayer.

THE DVC (AA/SA) AND DEAN OF STUDENTS RECEIVE DONATIONs OF HANDWASING MACHINES FROM THE UNIVERSITY’S ALUMINI(UONAA)

The University of Nairobi Alumni Association (UONAA) this week presented a donation of handwashing machines as way of responding to the unprecedented challenges of the Pandemic and giving back to their alma matter. The equipment which comprised of over 6 handwashing stations were donated to the 6 University Colleges and were warmly received by the DVC Academic Affairs, Prof. Julius Ogeng’o together with the Dean of Students, Mr. Kinyua on behalf of the various College Principals.

The move was greatly commended by various members of the Executive Committee and Alumni Chapter Chairs who were also in attendance. They noted and appreciated the efforts made by the Association to combat the deadly virus as well as improve on the general sanitation to ensure maximum preparedness as the resumption to the various academic programs is underway.

In his remarks, the DVC (AA/SA) Prof. Julius Ogeng’o praised and commended the Organizers for their tremendous contribution towards saving lives, which he termed it as service to humanity. He placed his heartfelt appreciation on behalf of the University.

The Dean of Students, Mr. Johnson Kinyua appreciated the importance of such equipment and how they are going to be of much assistance both to the students and staff members. He advised on the essence and need to use the handwashing tools responsibly and thanked the Association on behalf of the students.

The University of Nairobi Alumni Association is a long-term University’s strategic partner and has been making immense support to the University since its inception. The Association did call on all Alumni from every sector of the Kenyan and global economy to consider extending their support to their Alma Mater through the Association.

Graduate Tracker Services

The Office of CareerServices‘ mission is to produce employable, skilled, innovative and market-ready graduates through development of Technical, Leadership and Soft Skills of students, linking students to Industry partners for job and internship opportunities, mentorship & counselling services, graduate tracking services, high school recruitments, students exchange programs, apprenticeship services and alumni networking among others.

The Office of Career Services would like to track all the 2020 graduates to enable us to share available job and internship opportunities. Please take a moment to fill the form on the link below.

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