Deputy Finance Officer, Deputy Registrar (Administration), Senior Accountant and Deputy Registrar (Research & Extension) Jobs in Kenya | Egerton University Jobs

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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)

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:-

• 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:-

• 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:-

• 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:-

• 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.

Application Procedure

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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