Recruitment of Deputy Vice-Chancellors
Institutional Profile
Institutional Profile
Chuka University became the Ninth Public University in Kenya after it was granted a Charter by His Excellency Hon. Mwai Kibaki , the former President and Commander in-Chief of the Defence Forces of the Republic of Kenya on 8th January, 2013.
The University focus is to be a Centre of Excellence in Environmental and Renewable Energy Studies. It has a student population of over 9,000 taking courses ranging from certificate, diploma, bachelors, masters to doctoral studies in the following faculties: Education and Resources Development; Business Studies; Agriculture and Environmental Studies; Arts and Humanities; and Science, Engineering and Technology.
The
University’s phenomenal growth has witnessed the opening of three Campus
Colleges - Embu in Embu County, Igembe in Meru County, and Chogoria in Tharaka-
Nithi County. The University has a staff population of 400.
Elevation of the former University College to a full- fledged university will lead to rapid growth that will enhance national development as per vision 2030.
The Chuka University Councl now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent credentials to provide leadership to the institution in the following vacant positions:
1. Deputy Vice-Chancellor
(Academic, Research & Student Affairs)
REF No.CU/ADV/02/2013
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic, Research and Student Affairs) acting under the authority of the Vice-Chancellor will take charge of Academic, Research and Student Affairs Division with the following specific responsibilities and duties:-
- Provide
leadership in the management of the academic, research and extension
activities of the University;
- Promote
learning, research, innovation and extension services in the university;
- Oversee the
development and implementation of academic programmes and regulations;
- Co-ordinate all
academic programmes in the University and ensure that modern technology in
programme delivery is enhanced;
- Coordinate
research activities, student attachment and linkages with the industry;
- Co-ordinate the
management of examinations, postgraduate studies, undergraduate studies
and development of the library;
- Develop and
implement intellectual property policy as well as oversee linkages and
partnerships with other national and international institutions;
- Plan and
mobilize resources for teaching, innovation and extension services;
- Co-ordinate all
academic collaborations and linkages with other local/international
partners initiating programmes in research, scholarships, student and
staff exchange;
- Co-ordinate
implementation of appropriate quality assurance and mechanisms and ensure
that university programmes conform to the national and international
standards, as well as legally recognized professional bodies;
- Co-ordination of
student placement and welfare activities; and
- Perform such
other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the Vice-Chancellor.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:-
- Be at least an
Associate Professor with an earned Ph.D. from a recognized University;
- Have at least
ten (10) years of academic experience at a senior position in a University
setting with a demonstrated capacity for leadership and academic
excellence;
- Have excellent
understanding of the Kenya vision 2030;
- Be registered
with, and be an active member of professional associations in his/her
profession;
- Have the
capacity to promote learning in competitive environment through commitment
to academic excellence;
- Have held senior
administrative posts such as Deputy Principal of a Constituent University
College, Principal of Campus, Dean/Director of a Faculty/School or
leadership of comparable levels in a university or other institutions;
- Possess an
outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced
by peer-refereed journal publications and university level books or book
chapters;
- Have ability and
leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate teaching and research
functions in the University;
- Demonstrable
knowledge of strategic planning in academic development of the University;
- Demonstrated
ability to attract research grants and other awards;
- Be familiar with
the national education laws and policies and current trends in higher
education world-wide;
- Have
demonstrated competence in academic leadership in an academic/research
environment;
- Have skills,
capacity and determination to initiate and facilitate the development of
relevant and quality market driven academic programmes;
- Have excellent
analytical, problem solving, decision making, team building, organizational,
interpersonal and communication skills; and (xv) Be of the highest ethical
standards , integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements
of chapter six (6) of the Constitution
2.
Deputy Vice Chancellor
(Administration,
Finance, Planning & Development)
REF No:CU/ADV/03/2013
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration Finance Planning and Development) acting under the authority of the Vice-Chancellor will take charge of Administration, Finance, Planning and Development Division with the following specific responsibilities and duties:-
- Provide
innovative leadership and direction in the management of the University
resources that include human, physical, financial and information
resources;
- Develop and
implement policies and appropriate procedures to ensure efficient
performance and delivery of service in the University;
- Co-ordinate the
preparation of statutory financial statements and management reports to
planning and decision making;
- Coordinate the
design and implementation of appropriate human resource system which will
attract, develop and retain competitive human resource capita;
- Provide
leadership in performance based management through performance
contracting, appraisal and reward;
- Advice the
Vice-chancellor and the management board on the human resource,
procurement, ICT and financial matters regarding the University;
- Staff
recruitment and training, promotion, discipline, central services, health
services, security services among others.
- Establish
strategic linkages with government/ regulatory agencies and other
local/international institutions; and
- Perform such
other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the Vice-Chancellor.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Be at least an
Associate Professor with an earned Ph.D. from a recognized University;
- Have at least
ten (10) years of academic experience at a senior position in a University
setting with a demonstrated capacity for leadership and academic
excellence.
- Have held senior
administrative posts such as Deputy Principal of a Constituent University
College, Principal of Campus, Dean/Director of a Faculty/School or
leadership of comparable levels in a university or other institutions;
- Possess an
outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced
by peer-refereed journal publications and university level books or book
chapters;
- Have ability and
leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate the finance, Planning and
Development functions in the University;
- Have excellent
understanding of the Kenya vision 2030;
- Demonstrable
knowledge of strategic planning in physical development;
- Be registered
with, and be an active member of professional associations in his/her
profession;
- Demonstrated
ability to attract research grants and other awards;
- Have a track
record of successful change management;
- Have
demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource
mobilization in an academic/research institution;
- Have excellent
analytical, problem solving, decision making, team building,
organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Be familiar with
the national education laws and policies and current trends in higher
education world-wide; and
- Be of the
highest ethical standards , integrity and professionalism and comply with
the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution
Terms
and conditions
Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
The appointments will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance.
Applications
Applicants should submit 10 copies of detailed curriculum vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding membership to professional associations, linkages and community service), copies of certificates, email addresses, and telephone contacts.
Confidential assessment of the applicants’ suitability for the post should be sent by three (3) referees directly to the undersigned.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports should be addressed to the undersigned to reach him not later than 15th July, 2013.
The Vice-Chancellor
Chuka University
P.O Box 109-60400 Chuka, Kenya
Email: chukauniversity@chuka.ac.ke
Website: www.chuka.ac.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
