JKUAT Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs - Jobs in Kenya

JKUAT Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs - Jobs in Kenya

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35(1)(a) (v) of the Universities Act, 2012 (Amended
2018), the Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons
to be considered for appointment to the following positions.

  • Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs

    For appointment to this position, a candidate must
  • be a Kenyan Citizen;
  • be a Professor with experience at senior academic and management positions;
  • have at least eight (8) years hands-on experience at senior level in a University or
    equivalent institution with evident leadership and management capacity;
  • have thorough knowledge in the structural, legislative and regulatory
    framework for administering university education in Kenya;
  • possess an outstanding internationally recognized record of scholarly and
    academic leadership;
  • be an accomplished scholar with proven track record and demonstrated evidence
    in formulating and managing academic programs and supervising and mentoring
    Masters and PhD students;
  • have wide knowledge and skills in administration and promotion of higher
    education both locally and internationally;
  • possess a track record of success and performance characterized by vision and
    strategic thought, rapid growth and service delivery;
  • have demonstrable experience in networks and resource mobilization;
  • possess skills, capacity and determination to lead technology transfer functions of
    the University; and
  • meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    An officer at this level will be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for discharge of the
    Academic Division functions. Specific duties and responsibilities include: -

  • development and formulation of appropriate policies to promote teaching,
    learning innovation and technology transfer;
  • mobilization of resources for teaching and learning infrastructure through
    fundraising activities from industry, business companies and donor organizations;
  • development, maintenance and promotion of academic collaboration and linkages
    with both local and international institutions of higher learning;
  • co-ordination of admissions, examinations, undergraduate and postgraduate
    studies, library services, student’s attachment and training of academic staff;
  • coordination of students welfare activities which includes recreation, sports and
    games, counselling and discipline;
  • promotion and
    dissemination of knowledge to meet the needs of the University
    and the community; and
  • being the returning officer for the election of Deans/Directors of
    Faculties/Schools/Institutes/Centres.

    Interested Applicants Are Required to Note:

  • The names of shortlisted candidates for each post shall be published on the
    Commission’s website;

    Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following
    documents during the interviews;

  • National Identity Card;
  • Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
  • Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and

    Clearances from the following bodies:

  • Kenya Revenue Authority;
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
  • Higher Education Loans Board;
  • Any of the Registered Credit Reference Bureaus;
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance
    Certificate); and
  • Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations.
  • Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately to
    the address below.

    Mode of Application
  • Candidates may submit manual (hand copy) or electronic (online) applications.
  • All applications should be submitted together with detailed curriculum vitae, a
    copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other
    relevant supporting documents.
  • Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
    “Application for Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) – JKUAT” or
  • “Application for Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) – JKUAT”
    and delivered to:
    THE SECRETARY/CEO
    Public Service Commission
    Commission House
    P.O Box 30095-00100
    NAIROBI.

  • Online applications may be submitted via email to jkuat2019@publicservice.go.ke
  • All applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 3rd June 2019
  • For more information and job application details, see; JKUAT Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs - Jobs in Kenya

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