Registrars and Administrative Asst Jobs in Embu, Kenya


Previously known as Embu Agricultural Staff Training (EAST) College, The Embu University College (EUC) was established as a Constituent College of the University of Nairobi through Legal Notice No. 65 of 17 June, 2011. 

The objective of the University College is to play a leading role in the development and expansion of opportunities for higher education and research in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, water and land management, biological & physical sciences. 

The College seeks to develop into a centre of excellence for learning and research in agriculture and farming systems within and outside Kenya.

The University College now wishes to fill the following positions with qualified and experienced staff ready to spearhead the new College towards the attainment of the above objectives.

Registrar

Applicants should have a PhD or a Masters Degree from a recognized University.
In addition, applicants should have more than fifteen (15) years of directly related experience in administration or management experience preferably in a university at a senior management level. 

The candidate should have demonstrated abilities in effective leadership, team management, advanced problem-solving, interpersonal and communications skills and demonstrated ability on public relations; demonstrated dedication to accuracy and detail; orientated towards University advancement, success and external affairs strategy; ability to effectively coordinate various internal and external departments/players for quality service delivery. 

He/she should be conversant with modern management techniques including relevant aspects of Information Technology.

Senior Assistant Registrar

Applicants should be holders of Masters Degree in relevant field and 12 years experience in university administrative duties. 

They must have good leadership and managerial skills, ability to multi-task, counsel and mentor staff, as well as maintain a healthy working relationship with staff. 

Applicants with relevant Undergraduate degree and postgraduate certifications/trainings plus extensive years of experience in university planning, administration, management and quality assurance may also be considered.

Competence in IT is a must.

Assistant Registrar

Applicants should be holders of Masters Degree in relevant field and eight (8) years experience in university administrative duties. 

They must have good leadership and managerial skills, ability to multi-task, counsel and mentor staff, as well as maintain a healthy working relationship with staff. 

Applicants with relevant undergraduate degree and postgraduate certifications/trainings plus extensive years of experience in university planning, administration, management and quality assurance may also be considered.

Competence in IT is a must.

Assistant Registrar (Performance Contracting & ISO)

Applicants must be holders of Masters Degree. 

In addition they must have at least eight (8) years administrative experience in various administrative aspects, preferably in a university setting, five (3) of which should be in dealing with performance contracting activities, measurement and monitoring and strategic planning. 

Applicants should be computer literate, have skills and hands-on experience in use and application of computer based platforms for management of performance contract and ISO 9001: 2008 QMS. 

They must be team-players, self driven, highly focused and be committed to highest performance standards.

Senior Administrative Assistant

Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors degree from a recognized University in relevant field and 6 years in university administrative duties. 

Postgraduate certifications/trainings and competence in IT, plus extensive years of experience in university planning, administration, quality management and assurance will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:

Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of copies of certificates and CVs giving details of their qualifications and experience. 

Applicants should also state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. 

Applicants are also advised to contact their three (3) referees and request them to send their letters of reference under sealed envelopes directly to the address below.

Embu University College is an equal opportunity employer.

N/B: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Closing Date: Applications should be sent to the address below so as to reach him by 4th January 2013.

The Principal, Embu University College, P. O. Box 6 -60100, Embu-Kenya