Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs) Job in Kenya

Kabarak University is a Christian institution offering higher education from the Biblical perspective with the main campuses in Kabarak and others in Nakuru and Nairobi. 

Its vision is to become a world class center of academic excellence as a Christian institution.
 

The University has a vacancy for the position of Provost and is inviting eligible candidates to apply.
 

Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs) 

Person Profile


  • Must have a PhD or equivalent degree.
  • Must be a Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer with at least 10 years experience in a senior academic or spiritual management position.
  • Must be a born again ordained minister of Christian of Evangelical faith, whose doctrines are in agreement with those of the University, with a track record of spiritual leadership.
  • Has an outstanding internationally recognized record of scholarship and academic leadership as evidenced by extensive publications of articles and/or books in refereed journals.
  • Has capacity and passion to promote learning and research in a competitive environment and to attract research funding.
  • Has the ability to spearhead the integration of Biblical faith and learning and is committed to academic excellence.
  • Must be of high ethical and moral standards, integrity and professionalism.
Job Profile 

The position is at the Deputy Vice Chancellor level reporting to the Vice Chancellor with the holder being responsible to:
 
  • Provide Spiritual leadership and spearhead the integration of faith and learning.
  • Coordinate all academic, Chaplaincy and other spiritual programmes.
  • Provide leadership in the management of academic affairs to high academic standards.
  • Promote learning, outreach, Research and Innovation and seek research funding.
  • Oversee the development, review and implementation of academic programmes and regulations.
  • Undertake any other duties as may be delegated by the Vice Chancellor.
Remuneration and Terms of Employment 

The position is a five year term renewable on mutual agreement and carries a competitive remuneration package that includes a basic salary, housing allowance, medical cover as per the University medical scheme, leave allowance, official transport and gratuity at the end of the contract.
 

Application Procedure
 

Applicants should forward their applications including, a soft copy and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Should indicate their primary research interests, publications and scholarly activities. The applicants should indicate their current earning and salary expectations.
 

They should attach supporting certified copies of certificates and testimonials. Applicants should provide day time telephone number and names and addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable about applicants’ competence, area of specialization, character and faith.
 

The applicants should also request their referees to write immediately and directly to the undersigned.
 

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned to be received not later than Friday 16th September 2011.
 

The Vice-Chancellor
 
Kabarak University
 
Private Bag - 20157, Kabarak - Kenya
 
Tel: 051-343234/5, 051-343509, 0726515369
 
Email; vicechancellor@kabarak.ac.ke
 

Kabarak University Moral Code
 
As members of Kabarak University family, we purpose at all times and in all places, to set apart in one’s heart, Jesus as Lord. (1 Peter 3:15) 

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