Job Title: Vice-Chancellor
Ref: CU/AV/01/2013
Institutional Profile
The Main Campus of the University is located within Chuka
Municipality in Meru South District, Eastern Kenya. It is situated
approximately 186 km from Nairobi along the Nairobi-Meru Highway on the slopes
of the snow-capped Mt. Kenya at an altitude of approximately 2,000 metres above
sea level.
The University focus is to be a Centre of Excellence in Environmental and Renewable Energy Studies.
It has a student population of over 8,000 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, including teaching
and non-teaching.
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 Council now invites applications from
suitably qualified and experienced persons with
excellent credentials to provide leadership to the institution in the position of Vice-Chancellor.
excellent credentials to provide leadership to the institution in the position of Vice-Chancellor.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the Vice Chancellor shall be
as provided for in the Universities Act of 2012; The Chuka University Charter
and the University statutes and shall include the following:-
- Be
the Chief Executive Officer of the University
- Provide
strategic direction and leadership to the University and represent the
University nationally, regionally and internationally;
- Be
the academic and administrative head of the University;
- Be
responsible for the implementation of the Council’s decisions and
resolutions;
- Have
overall responsibility on the direction, organization and the
administration of programmes of the University;
- Coordinate
the development and implementation of the academic and administrative
policies of the University in accordance with the University’s master plan
and the strategic plan;
- Maintain
efficiency and harmony of the University and ensure enforcement of the
statutes and regulations;
- Provide
innovative and creative leadership in the areas of Academics, Finance,
Planning and Development; General Administration; Research and
Partnership.
- Play
a key role in the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with
government/regulatory agencies and other local/international institutions
of higher learning.
- Any
other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the University’s
objectives.
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:-
- Be
a holder of an earned Ph.D. from a reputable university;
- Be
a full Professor in a reputable University and in a field of study covered
in the programme of study within the University;
- Have
at least ten (10) years of academic and research experience at a senior
level and possess demonstrable leadership skills in an academic and/or
research institution.
- Should
have served substantively with demonstrable results at least in the
position of a Principal of a Constituent University College or as a Deputy
Vice Chancellor of a university for at least three years, or in other
similar institutions at comparable levels;
- Should
have published in internationally recognized peer reviewed Journals in the
areas of specialization.
- Have
sound understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic
planning and Vision 2030, human resource management, procurement and asset
disposal legal requirements.
- Have
excellent understanding of the current trends in university education and
training globally and have broad awareness of the factors and conditions
shaping the development of university education in Kenya.
- Be
a leader with potential to plan, develop and implement academic programmes
and develop strategic institutional linkages;
- Must
demonstrate effective communication, persuasive and interpersonal skills,
as well as strategic, logical and sound decision making ability.
- Have
demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource
mobilization in the development of a university.
- Be
of the highest ethical standards, integrity, accountability,
professionalism, teamwork and good stewardship and comply with the
requirements of Chapter Six 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.
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.
years subject to satisfactory performance.
Applications
Applicants should submit a 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.
Applicants should also provide names, telephone numbers, contact
addresses and emails of three referees.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports should be sent
to the undersigned to be reviewed on or before 5th April, 2013.
The Chairman
University Council
Chuka University
P.O Box 109-60400
University Council
Chuka University
P.O Box 109-60400
Chuka, Kenya
Email: chukauniversitycollege@gmail.com
Website: www.cuc.ac.ke
Chuka University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sapientia divitia est ( Knowledge is wealth)