Ernst
& Young has been retained by the International University of East Africa to
advise the University in seeking for exceptional and dynamic individual with
proven record to spearhead the attainment of its vision as Vice Chancellor
Background
International University of East Africa (IUEA) is a new institution with a distinctive ambitious and excellent graduation and postgraduate education facilities.
The campus is the first of its kind in Uganda with a quiet and green spacious environment conducive for learning.
The student’s lecture experience will be of the highest quality, delivered by committed staff recruited from around the world.
The University’s Vision is to be the technological University of Choice in East and Central Africa.
The University provides practical education necessary for the development of East and Central African regions as its mission.
The University is now seeking for an exceptional and dynamic individual with a proven track record to spearhead the attainment of its vision as Vice Chancellor.
The Vice Chancellor is expected to develop and manage relationships with all stake holders including government, external and internal collaborations, regulatory authorities and Board of Trustees.
This exciting role requires a good and resilient administrator with sound judgment and a demonstrated understanding of corporate governance.
The Vice Chancellor leads a senior management team and reports to the Chairman University Council.
The successful candidate / applicant will be responsible for the following tasks among others:
Background
International University of East Africa (IUEA) is a new institution with a distinctive ambitious and excellent graduation and postgraduate education facilities.
The campus is the first of its kind in Uganda with a quiet and green spacious environment conducive for learning.
The student’s lecture experience will be of the highest quality, delivered by committed staff recruited from around the world.
The University’s Vision is to be the technological University of Choice in East and Central Africa.
The University provides practical education necessary for the development of East and Central African regions as its mission.
The University is now seeking for an exceptional and dynamic individual with a proven track record to spearhead the attainment of its vision as Vice Chancellor.
The Vice Chancellor is expected to develop and manage relationships with all stake holders including government, external and internal collaborations, regulatory authorities and Board of Trustees.
This exciting role requires a good and resilient administrator with sound judgment and a demonstrated understanding of corporate governance.
The Vice Chancellor leads a senior management team and reports to the Chairman University Council.
The successful candidate / applicant will be responsible for the following tasks among others:
- Corporate Responsibility.
- Source partnerships with foreign Universities.
- Responsible for the performance of the university
- Champion modes of delivery and behaviour to encourage the development and continued further enhancement of the quality of all academic programmes and services to students and other stakeholders.
- Provide executive leadership of externally funded programmes or projects as appropriate.
- Ensure the overall quality and standards across all of the University’s Academic and Administrative activities.
- Undertake such other responsibilities and duties as the Governing Body may determine from time to time.
The
preferred Candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience
- Doctor of Philosophy in Management, Engineering, Information Technology or similar fields from a re-known university
- Other Desired Qualification: Master in Business Administration
- Ten years relevant experience at the senior management level in a re-known academic University or Institution.
- Professorship is an added advantage.
Desirable
Competencies
- Strategic thinking and visioning
- Leadership and people management skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Decision making and good judgement
- Corporate Governance
- Planning and Organisational skills
- Investment and Financial Planning
- Team spirit
Other
Information
This is a senior position and terms and conditions of service are very attractive
International University of East Africa is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Procedure
If you feel you meet the above requirements, please address your application to:
Chairman University Council
International University of East Africa,
Plot No:1112/1121, Kansanga Nabutiti, Ggaba Road,
P. 0. Box 35502, Kampala, Uganda
or send ¡t to recruitment@iuea.ac.ug / silim.nahdy@iuea.ac.ug
not later than 25th November 2011
The application should include a detailed curriculum vitae, three referees and copies of academic and professional certificates/testimonials, postal address and daytime telephone contact.
Canvassing will lead to disqualification and applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
This is a senior position and terms and conditions of service are very attractive
International University of East Africa is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Procedure
If you feel you meet the above requirements, please address your application to:
Chairman University Council
International University of East Africa,
Plot No:1112/1121, Kansanga Nabutiti, Ggaba Road,
P. 0. Box 35502, Kampala, Uganda
or send ¡t to recruitment@iuea.ac.ug / silim.nahdy@iuea.ac.ug
not later than 25th November 2011
The application should include a detailed curriculum vitae, three referees and copies of academic and professional certificates/testimonials, postal address and daytime telephone contact.
Canvassing will lead to disqualification and applications received after the closing date will not be considered.