Assistant Manager Academics
Responsibilities
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In charge of all Academic Affairs of
the Institute
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Oversees all academic directorates
and is answerable to the Manager/Principal
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In charge of recruitment of Trainers
who have met the TVETA requirements and are competent in their areas.
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Recommending the appropriate trainers
for unit allocations
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Ensures that programmes and time
tables are made in time and all lessons are taught efficiently and effectively
by all trainers who are highly qualified.
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Ensure trainees meet the minimum
entry requirements for the programmes
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Ensure that the trainee meet
requirements of external examination
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Ensuring that candidates meet
criteria before they graduate.
Qualifications
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A minimum qualification of a
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Education
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Teaching experience of a minimum of 3
years in post-secondary institution (having
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Trained in a TVET institution will be
an added advantage)
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Have applied for accreditation as a
TVET Trainer and trained in Competence Based methodology and assessment.
Quality Assurance Officer
Responsibilities
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Ensuring that there is quality in
curriculum development and review.
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Coordinating the evaluation of
teaching for all university programmes (regular, distance, school based evening
and weekends).
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Coordinating the evaluation of
practicum and attachment.
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Ensuring that there is quality
research supervision for both undergraduate and post graduate programmes.
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Ensuring quality in compliance to
admission criteria.
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Ensuring effectiveness in
timetabling, teaching and learning processes.
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Coordinating evaluation of staff
publication and use of appropriate technology in service delivery.
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Coordinating evaluation of compliance
to service charter.
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Advising on matters related to
teaching requirements.
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Monitoring and evaluating compliance
to the implementation of university policies, statutes and schedules.
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In charge of monitoring and
evaluating programmes, trainers, infrastructure, equipment and facilities and
other relevant matters concerning the Institution.
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Ensures that training shall be of
quality and relevant and in accordance with the standards set out by the TVETA
Board, and shall implement the objectives under TVET Act 2013.
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Compiles M & E annual reports and
submits to TVET Authority in accordance with the TVET Quality Assurance policy
Qualifications
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A minimum qualification of a
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Education
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Teaching experience of a minimum of 3
years in post-secondary institution (having Trained in a TVET institution will
be an added advantage)
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Have applied for accreditation as a
TVET Trainer and trained in Competence Based methodology and assessment.
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Training and experience in Auditing
of academic programmes
System Librarian
The post holder will be responsible
for managing the information technology used in the library.
Responsibilities
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Manage the daily operation of the
library’s automated systems and workstations, remaining on call at all times.
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Design, implement, and integrate
daily operations of the library’s automation and communication systems,
including the innovative interfaces system, LANs, web server, internet access,
telecommunications, and related evolving systems in consultation with the
Deputy Director, Management Information System.
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Design and maintain the library
website as a marketing tool for library operations and services.
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Develop and recommend policies and
procedures for use of computers and computer systems in the library.
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Manage digital repository and
resources.
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Design, plan, implement and evaluate
the present and future automation needs of the library, making recommendations
for implementation to the library administration.
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Coordinate, library-wide training on
use of automated systems, creating in-house documentation as needed.
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Monitor all system functions and be
responsible for proper operation.
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To appropriately execute any other
duties as directed by the University Librarian or the Deputy University
Librarian.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Library and
Information Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
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Knowledge in KOHA System.
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Computer literate.
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Three (3) years’ experience as a
System Librarian or a similar position.
OR
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Bachelor of Science in Information
Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
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Knowledge in KOHA System.
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Computer literate.
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Five (5) years’ experience as a
System Librarian or a similar position.
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Uphold sound work ethics and be highly
disciplined.
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Possessing tenacious attitude,
friendly, honest, trustworthy, respectful and flexible.
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Able to work with minimal
supervision, independently or as part of a team.
Quality Assurance Officer
Responsibilities
·
Ensuring that there is quality in
curriculum development and review.
·
Coordinating the evaluation of
teaching for all university programmes (regular, distance, school based evening
and weekends).
·
Coordinating the evaluation of
practicum and attachment.
·
Ensuring that there is quality research
supervision for both undergraduate and post graduate programmes.
·
Ensuring quality in compliance to
admission criteria.
·
Ensuring effectiveness in
timetabling, teaching and learning processes.
·
Coordinating evaluation of staff
publication and use of appropriate technology in service delivery.
·
Coordinating evaluation of compliance
to service charter.
·
Advising on matters related to
teaching requirements.
·
Monitoring and evaluating compliance
to the implementation of university policies, statutes and schedules.
·
In charge of monitoring and
evaluating programmes, trainers, infrastructure, equipment and facilities and
other relevant matters concerning the Institution.
·
Ensures that training shall be of
quality and relevant and in accordance with the standards set out by the TVETA
Board, and shall implement the objectives under TVET Act 2013.
·
Compiles M & E annual reports and
submits to TVET Authority in accordance with the TVET Quality Assurance policy
Qualifications
·
A minimum qualification of a
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Education
·
Teaching experience of a minimum of 3
years in post-secondary institution (having Trained in a TVET institution will
be an added advantage)
·
Have applied for accreditation as a
TVET Trainer and trained in Competence Based methodology and assessment.
·
Training and experience in Auditing
of academic programmes
Pathology
Qualifications
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Must be a holder of a Higher National
Diploma/Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science.
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Must have three (3) years work
experience in a cytology and histology laboratory.
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Prior experience in a university
pathology laboratory will be an added advantage.
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Registered by Kenya Medical
Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
Medical Laboratory Science
Qualifications
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Must be holder of Higher National
Diploma (HND) or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from a
recognized institution.
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At least three (3) years’ experience
in a research or academic institution for those with Bachelor degree or six (6)
for those with HND.
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Registered by Kenya Medical
Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
Engineering Laboratory Technologist
Qualifications
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Must be a holder of Diploma in
Electrical Engineering or its equivalent.
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Must have at least three (3) years’
work experience from a research/ academic or a relevant industrial set up.
Student Recruitment Officer
Responsibilities
Reporting to the respective
Director/Campus Registrar Finance, Administration and Marketing the Student
Recruitment Officer will be expected;
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To institutionalize and implement the
university marketing policy.
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To enhance the corporate image of the
university.
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To directly market all the university
programmes.
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To undertake frequent market surveys
to understand market trends.
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To prepare monthly marketing reports.
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To develop a database for potential
students and target groups.
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To prepare a marketing work plan for
approval by the University Management. Board.
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To effectively deal with all matters
related to public relations and customer care.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in
Marketing/Business Administration/Social Sciences
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Excellent communication skills;
verbal and written
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Internet and computer literate skills
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At least five (5) years’ work
experience as a Marketing or Sales Officer
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Professional certification or
organizational membership
Director (Institute Of Security
Studies, Justice & Ethics)
Responsibilities
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Developing competencies through
training research, consultancy and outreach programmes towards the realization
of sustainable security and just governance
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In collaboration with academic organs
of the university, develop training and academic programmes in justice,
security and ethics.
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Developing and spearheading socially
and technically relevant research in justice, security and ethics.
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Forging local and international partnerships
in addressing challenges of justice, security and ethics.
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Developing and coordinating
competencies for consultancy in justice, security and ethics.
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Coordinating community outreach
programmes towards security and peace.
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Performing administrative duties in
the Institute.
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Serving as Chairman of the Institute
board.
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Serving as chief examinations officer
in the institute.
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Making recommendations with respect
to student selection and admission.
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Taking general responsibility for all
matters concerning the institute’s budgets, syllabus selection, student issues,
teaching and learning.
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Promoting and fostering academic and
professional development of academic staff.
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Providing leadership in the
development, organization and delivery of curriculum.
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Promoting and fostering research in
the Institute.
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Promoting and maintaining quality
assurance learning based on the University’s Academic Quality Assurance
framework.
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Ensuring that necessary learning and
teaching materials and other academic resources and facilities are available.
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Promoting a conducive academic
environment in the school.
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Organizing public lecturers,
seminars, workshops and conferences
Qualifications
An earned PhD or equivalent degree
qualification in any of the following area of specialization from an accredited
and recognized University;
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Governance and Ethics
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Security Studies
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Law Enforcement
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Public Administration
OR
A Master’s degree in any of the following area of specialization from an accredited and recognized University; with at least three (3) of years teaching experience at University level;
A Master’s degree in any of the following area of specialization from an accredited and recognized University; with at least three (3) of years teaching experience at University level;
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Governance and Ethics
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Security Studies
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Law Enforcement
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Public Administration
How to Apply
Each application should be accompanied with an up to date and detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Each application should be accompanied with an up to date and detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Applications
should be addressed to;
The Human
Resource Director,
Mount Kenya University,
Main Campus, General Kago Road,
P.O. Box 342-01000.
Thika, Kenya.
Mount Kenya University,
Main Campus, General Kago Road,
P.O. Box 342-01000.
Thika, Kenya.
NOTE:
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Electronic applications can be sent
in PDF format by email to recruitment@mku.ac.ke.
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Applications must be submitted on or
before 2nd December, 2019
Terms of
service are provided for as per Mount Kenya University scheme of service
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Mount Kenya University is an equal
opportunity employer:
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Only short listed candidates will be
contacted.