The University of Nairobi Council, following consultations in a special sitting held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, has announced key leadership appointments ushering in a new era for the institution.
Prof. Ayub N. Gitau has been appointed the 9th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi.
Prof. Josiah Omollo Aduda has been appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor Finance, Planning & Development
The Council has also appreciated Prof. Margaret Jesang Hutchinson for her dedicated service as Acting Vice-Chancellor during the transition period. Both appointments take effect from May 14, 2026
EDUCATIONAL RECORD
2001–2004: PhD Studies: University of Nairobi; Obtained PhD degree (2005) in Agricultural Engineering (SoilMechanical Behaviour, Tillage Modeling and Tool Design Thematic Area).
1992 – 1994: MSc. Studies: University of Nairobi; Obtained MSc. Degree (1996) in Agricultural Engineering (Power,Machinery and Mechanization Engineering Thematic Area).
1987 – 1990: BSc. Studies at Egerton University; Obtained an Upper Second Class Honours degree in AgriculturalEngineering (1990).
1984 – 1985: “A”Level Education; Obtained 3 Principles and 1 Subs. 1980 – 1983: “O”Level Education; Obtained Second Division.
EMPLOYMENT RECORD
August 2024–to date DVC–AA (ag) University of Nairobi
2019–June 2024: Dean; Faculty/ School of Engineering. University of Nairobi;
2011 – 2017: Chairman; Department of Environmental & Biosystems Engineering; University of Nairobi;
2023 – to date Professor;
2015 – 2023: Associate Professor; University of Nairobi; 2015–to date: Adjunct Professor; Kenyatta University; 2008 – 2014: Senior Lecturer; University of Nairobi;
2002 –2008: Lecturer and Researcher; University of Nairobi; 1995–2001: Part-time lecturer; University of Nairobi and JKUAT;
2001–2002: Lecturer; Researcher and Ag. Head; Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources–Kenya Methodist University Meru &
1995–2000: Lecturer and Engineer; Head of Department of Science and Technology, Kenya Industrial Training Institute (KITI) –Ministry of Trade and Industry Nakuru.
