Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance) Job in Kenya - Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology

Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology
 

University Council
 

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Position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
 

Ref: MMUST/AD/01/03/13
 

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), a leading public institution in Kenya, was established through an Act of parliament in 2006. In March 2013, the University was granted a new Charter in line with the Universities Act of 2012. 

The vision of the university is “To be a centre of excellence in Science and Technology responsive to development needs of society through engagement in dynamic knowledge creation and application”.
 

As part of our strategy to realize our goals and objectives, and in compliance with the provisions of Section 39 of the Universities Act 2012, the University Council is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified, experienced, dynamic and visionary individual with excellent credentials to provide Leadership to the university in the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance).
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance) will be in charge of administration and finance division of the University and shall:-
 

(i) Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of human resource, finance, procurement and physical resource management.
 

(ii) Oversee the implementation of all sectoral policies and appropriate procedures to ensure efficient performance and delivery of services in the University in line with the strategic plan.
 

(iii) Coordinate the design, development, implementation and maintenance of appropriate human resource policies, procedures and systems to attract, develop and retain qualified and experienced staff ;
 

(iv) Coordinate the preparation and implementation of the University budget, financial statements, management reports and ensure that both annual and medium term expenditures are consistent with the strategic plan;
 

(v) Maintain efficiency and good order of the University including staff welfare, conduct and discipline and ensure proper enforcement of the Statutes and regulations;
 

(vi) Determine and advise the Vice Chancellor and Management Board on the university’s development needs with respect to students, facilities, infrastructure and human resource requirements.
 

(vii) Mobilize resources that the University may need in executing its mandate.
 

(viii) Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the University’s objectives.
 

Requirements for the Position:-
 

Qualifying candidate who must be a Kenyan citizen should meet the following requirements:-
 

1. Must be a holder of an earned Ph.D degree from a reputable university as well as a full Professor or Associate Professor of a recognized University.
 

2. Must have at least ten (10) years academic and research experience with scholarly record demonstrated by publications in internationally peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialization and supervision of Masters and Doctoral students.
 

3. Must have served successfully in a senior administrative and management position at the level of a Dean/ Director/Deputy Principal of a Constituent College/Principal of a Campus College in a university or in other comparable level(s) for at least three (3) years.
 

4. Must have demonstrated ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate planning, finance and administrative function in a university environment.
 

5. Must be a team player with excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and have capacity to work effectively with staff, students and stakeholders.
 

6. Must show good understanding of university functions and procedures coupled with a passion for the promotion of learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation.
 

7. Must have good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing university education and training in Kenya.
 

8. Must be a registered member of good standing of professional associations in their areas of specialization.
 

9. Have capacity to mobilize resources and expand physical facilities necessary to cater for the increasing student enrollment and academic programmes.
 

10. Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity, accountability, professionalism, team work and good stewardship and must comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution, 2010; and
 

11. Must obtain clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and have a Certificate of Good Conduct.

Terms & Conditions of Service
 

Successful candidate, for the position, will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.

The appointment will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further one term subject to satisfactory performance.

Application Guidelines
 

Applicants should submit ten (10) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae (including academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/ funding, membership to professional associations and linkages), copies of certificates, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts. 

They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three (3) referees.
 

Applicants who responded to the earlier advertisement which appeared in the dailies in May 2013 need not reapply.
 

Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the undersigned by courier, registered mail, or hand delivered at the University so as to be received on or before Friday 8th November 2013.
 

This advert is also available on our university website www.mmust.ac.ke
 

The Chairman
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
P. O. Box 190 – 50100
Kakamega
 

Telephone: 056 – 30836
 

e-mail: council@mmust ac.ke
 

MMUST is an equal opportunity employer