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Institutional Profile
Meru University of Science & Technology (MUST) was established as a fully-fledged University in Kenya through the grant of Charter on March 1, 2013 under the University Act, 2012 as a result of the upgrading of Meru University College of Science and Technology (MUCST).
The Government established Meru University College of Science and Technology a Constituent College of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology by upgrading Meru College of Technology in 2008.
The University’s vision is, ‘To be a world class University of Excellence in Science and Technology’ while its mission is ‘To provide Quality University Education, Training and Research in Science, Technology and Innovation.’
The University Council invites applications for suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent credentials to fill the positions of Registrar (Administration, Finance and Planning), Finance Officer and Executive Secretary.
Finance Officer
Grade 15
Duties and Responsibilities
- To design financial accounts and other related documents;
- To devise the financial procedures and controls;
- To manage and direct the operations of the Finance Department;
- To establish and review the financial systems;
- To direct the financial and accounting functions of the University;
- To ensure internal control procedures are maintained;
- To maintain bank fixed deposit records;
- To maintain register of Financial Development records and monitor the activities;
- To reconcile all grants and other accounts;
- To prepare financial reports for council and management;
- To prepare annual budgets;
- To prepare the five year financial plans;
- To prepare annual accounts and reports.
Requirements
An applicant must have;
- Masters degree in Finance/Accounting
- CPA (K)
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting
- 14 years in accountancy in a University setting or a Public Corporation of a comparable nature.
- Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya;
- Obtain clearance from: Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and have valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
Registrar – Administration, Planning & Finance
Grade 15
Duties and Responsibilities
- To offer direction, organization and implementation of administrative, financial and planning policies;
- Participate in the preparation of the University Annual Estimates and Budget;
- Coordination of staff recruitment, retention, separation discipline and promotion activities;
- Personnel administration including HRMIS and records management;
- Coordination of staff welfare matters;
- Responsible for catering and accommodation services;
- Handle office allocation and staff housing matters;
- Handle health care services;
- Provide secretariat to the university management board;
- Coordinate all central services, estates and transport and garage, procurement and disposal activities;
- Provide all support services to ensure effective and efficient delivery of university programmes.
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- PhD degree in relevant field with 3 years experience as Deputy Registrar in a University, or:
- Masters degree in relevant field with 5 years experience as Deputy Registrar in a University
- Should be conversant with modern management techniques and be computer literate
- Ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the academic and administrative functions of the University.
- Have a demonstrated evidence of good interpersonal relations, communication and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of National Laws, Policies and Strategies governing University education and planning in Kenya.
- CPS qualification will be an added advantage
- Exemplary work performance
- Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya;
- Obtain clearance from: Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and have valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
Executive Secretary
Grade 10
An applicant must be a holder of:
- Bachelors Degree in Business Studies (Office Management option)/Secretarial Studies from a reputable institution of higher learning;
- Have a good command of English, both written and spoken;
- Typewriting III (50 w.p.m);
- Office management III;
- Business English III;
- Shorthand III (100 w.p.m);
- Office practice II;
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Have at least nine (9) years progressive experience as a secretary in a busy senior management office in large organization, preferably an institution of higher learning.
Terms & conditions of Service
Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government Public Service guidelines.
Application Procedure
Interested and suitable candidates should forward their application enclosing copies of academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of telephone contact, e-mail address, current position, remuneration, names and contact of three referees to the address indicated below.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 20th September, 2013.
The Vice-Chancellor
Meru University of Science & Technology
P.O. Box 972 - 60200
Meru
Email: must@info.ac.ke
Website: www.must.ac.ke
Meru University of Science and Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
MUST is ISO 9001:2008 Certified
