Egerton University
Job Vacancies
Division of Administration and Finance
Egerton University, the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following posts.
Egerton University was founded in 1939 as Egerton Farm School and was upgraded to an Agricultural College in 1950. In 1986, the Agricultural College became a constituent College of the University of Nairobi. It was elevated to a University in 1987 through an Act of Parliament.
Since its inception, the University has registered significant expansion in student numbers, academic programmes and physical facilities.
Currently the University has a student population of over 12,500 and a staff
number of 1832 and consists of two campuses (Njoro and Nakuru Town)Job Vacancies
Division of Administration and Finance
Egerton University, the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following posts.
Egerton University was founded in 1939 as Egerton Farm School and was upgraded to an Agricultural College in 1950. In 1986, the Agricultural College became a constituent College of the University of Nairobi. It was elevated to a University in 1987 through an Act of Parliament.
Since its inception, the University has registered significant expansion in student numbers, academic programmes and physical facilities.
1. Deputy Finance Officer
Grade 14
2 Posts
Ref: EU/AF/2011 – 1095
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
- Masters
degree in Finance or Accounting or any other relevant field and CPA (K).
- Bachelor
of Commerce (Accounting Option).
- Registered
member of ICPAK.
- Must
be comfortable working in a computerized business environment with the
required proficiency in Computerized Accounting.
- At
least ten (10) years professional experience at a Senior Management level
in a busy and reputable organization.
- Must
be of high ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deputize
the Finance Officer.
- Prepare
financial statements and accounts.
- Participate
in budgetary control and administration.
- Responsible
for the timely preparation and submission of periodic financial reports.
- Responsible
for the compilation of University budget.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned by Finance Officer.
2. Deputy Registrar (Administration)
Grade 14
1 Post
Ref: EU/AF/2011 – 1096
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
Grade 14
1 Post
Ref: EU/AF/2011 – 1096
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
- Masters
Degree in Public Administration, Masters in Business Administration (MBA),
Masters in Human Resource Management or other equivalent qualifications
from a recognized institution.
- Possession
of CPS (K) will be an added advantage.
- Must
have at least three (3) years experience as a Senior Assistant Registrar
in a University setting or its equivalent.
- Should
demonstrate modern management techniques including the design and use of
management information systems.
- Must
be familiar with all matters of Human Resource Management and general
University administration.
- Candidates
with proven leadership qualities will have an added advantage.
- Must
be of high ethical standard, integrity and professionalism
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deputize
the Registrar.
- Responsible
for Human Resource Matters in the University.
- Responsible
for Staff Welfare and Discipline.
- Responsible
for budget plan for the department.
- Responsible
for implementation of University policies and procedures in the division.
- Ensure
effective and efficient management of various functions of the department.
- Any
other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.
3. Senior Accountant
Grade 13
1 Post
Ref: EU/AF/2011 – 1097
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
Grade 13
1 Post
Ref: EU/AF/2011 – 1097
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
- Bachelor
of Commerce (Accounting) with three (3) years experience and CPA Final.
- Must
possess an MBA.
- Must
be a registered member of ICPAK.
- Must
have knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
- Must
have proof of exemplary work performance.
- Must
have at least three (3) years experience as an Accountant.
- Must
be of high ethical standard, integrity and professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise
staff in the section.
- Prepare
financial statements and accounts.
- Compilation
of the University budget.
- Participate
in budgetary control and administration.
- Responsible
for the timely preparation and submission of periodic financial reports.
- Responsible
for the preparation of income and expenditure statements.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Division of Research & Extension
4. Deputy Registrar (Research & Extension)
Grade 14
1 Post
Ref: EU/RE/2011 – 1098
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
4. Deputy Registrar (Research & Extension)
Grade 14
1 Post
Ref: EU/RE/2011 – 1098
The candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:-
- Masters
Degree in Public Administration, Masters in Business Administration (MBA),
Masters in Human Resource Management or other equivalent qualifications
from a recognized institution.
- Possession
of CPS (K) will be an added advantage.
- Must
have at least three (3) years experience as a Senior Assistant Registrar
in a University setting or its equivalent.
- Must
have Information Technology proficiency.
- Proven
leadership qualities will have an added advantage.
- Must
be familiar with institutional research and related policies.
- Must
have basic understanding of general University administration.
- Must
be of high ethical standard, integrity and professionalism
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deputize
the Registrar
- Management
of research projects throughout their whole life cycle.
- Responsible
for mobilization of funding of research projects and related activities.
- Responsible
for implementation of research grants contracts and agreements by funding
organizations.
- Responsible
for documentation of research findings.
- Responsible
for dissemination of knowledge from research projects through seminars,
workshops and conferences and publication of research findings.
- Establishing
University-Industry collaborations in R & D.
- Maintaining
research ethics and integrity.
- Implementation
of University policies and procedures in the Division.
- Any
other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.
Terms of Service
The above posts will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of Service following a satisfactory probationary period.
Salary Scale
The salary scale for all the three posts is:-
The above posts will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of Service following a satisfactory probationary period.
Salary Scale
The salary scale for all the three posts is:-
- Grade
14 – Kshs.89,707 x 2,774 – 92,481 x 3,352 – 115,945 per month.
- Grade
13 – Kshs.69,840 x 2,012 – 73,864 x 2,507 – 81,385 x 2,774 – 92,481 per
month.
Applications (13 copies of each document) giving full details of age, marital status, education and professional qualification, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be present or previous employer should be addressed to:-
The Deputy Vice Chancellor
(Administration & Finance)
Egerton University
P. O. Box 536 – 20115
Egerton
So as to reach him not later than 21st October, 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more details visit the University website: www.egerton.ac.ke
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