Bondo University Deputy Principals Vacancies in Kenya

Bondo University College Council is looking for dynamic, visionary, industrious and result oriented people to fill the following positions.

Deputy Principal

BUC/1/2012: (Research, Innovation and Outreach)

Duties and responsibilities:

The Deputy Principal, Research, Innovation and Outreach will be the principal assistant to the University College Principal and will be in charge of Research, Innovation and Outreach (RIO) Division. 

The Deputy Principal (RIO) shall be the head of Research, Innovation and Outreach Planning, whose primary functions include: co-ordination of university wide research and consultancies; co-ordination of innovation and outreach activities;

development and implementation of intellectual property rights as well as overseeing linkages and partnerships with other institutions with the University College. 

The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the research, innovation and outreach departments operate effectively and efficiently in line with Vision and Mission of the University College. 

Under the direction of the Principal, the Deputy Principal (RIO) will ensure that the research, innovation and outreach functions evolve into pillars of excellence within the University College

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Deputy Principal

BUC/2/2012: (Academic Affairs)

Duties and responsibilities:

The Deputy Principal Academic Affairs will be the principal assistant to the University College Principal and will take charge of Academic Affairs Division. 

The Deputy Principal (Academic Affairs) shall be the head of Academic Affairs Division, whose primary functions include: development and preparation of academic programmes, courses, syllabi and regulations; co-ordination of examinations, admissions and registration of students, and postgraduate studies. 

The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the academic departments operate effectively and efficiently in line with the Vision and the Mission of the University College. 

Under the direction of the Principal, the Deputy Principal will ensure that the academic programmes evolve into pillars of excellence.

Qualifications and experience for the Deputy Principals:

Applicants should:

• Be Professors or Associate Professors who have at least 7 years experience in senior management positions with outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced by project grants and awards that have been attracted to date.
• Demonstrate competence in administrative and academic leadership in academic/research environment.
• Have a track record of success and performance characterized by visionary and strategic thought, rapid growth and service delivery as well as translation of ideas into value outputs.
• Have the capacity to motivate and influence staff, students and other stakeholders.
• emonstrate evidence of outstanding ability to communicate effectively and good interpersonal skills.
• Show good understanding and commitment to the University coupled with a passion for the promotion of learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation with the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Have skills, capacity and determination to initiate and facilitate the development of relevant and quality society driven academic programmes.
• Have skills, capacity and determination to initiate and sustain linkages and networks for the promotion of scholarship.
• Have proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a university setting.
• Have a good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing university education and training in Kenya.
• Have a broad awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of higher education in the country.

Terms and conditions of service:

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of service of Bondo University College.

How to apply:

Candidates who satisfy the requirements stated above should forward six copies of their applications by quoting the reference for the respective position on the letter and envelope to the Principal by 24th August 2012. 

Include an updated curriculum vitae, details of current remuneration, certified copies of academic and professional certificates as well as testimonials. 

The candidates are advised to request their respective referees (not less than three) to submit confidential letters of reference by the same deadline.

The Principal
Bondo University College
P.O. 210-40601, BONDO, Kenya
Tel. 057-2501804
Email: principal@bondo-uni.ac.ke
Web: www.bondo-uni.ac.ke/jobs.html
Bondo University College is an equal opportunity employer
Bondo University College
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