Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST)
University Council
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 suitably qualified, experienced, dynamic
and visionary persons with excellent credentials to provide leadership
to the university in the following positions:-
1. Vice Chancellor
Ref: MMUST/AD/01/01/13
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the
University Council, the duties and responsibilities of the Vice
Chancellor shall be as set out in the Universities Act 2012, the MMUST
Charter and Statutes and shall include:-
(i) Being the Chief Executive Officer of the University.
(ii) Being the academic and administrative head of the University;
(iii) Providing
strategic, innovative and creative direction and leadership to the
University by competitively positioning and representing the University
nationally, regionally and internationally.
(iv) Be responsible for the implementation of the Council’s decisions and resolutions.
(v) Having the overall responsibility of managing, directing, organizing and administering of programmes of the University.
(vi) Coordinating the
development and implementation of the academic and administrative
policies of the University in accordance with the University’s master
plan and the strategic plan;
(vii) Promoting
efficiency and good order of the University including staff and student
welfare, conduct and discipline and ensure enforcement of the Statutes
and regulations.
(viii) Providing
innovative and creative leadership in the areas of academics, finance,
planning and development; general administration; research and
partnership.
(ix) Facilitating and
maintaining cooperation with government institutions, regulatory
agencies, local and international institutions of higher learning and
other stakeholders.
(x) Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the University’s objectives.
Requirements for the position:-
Qualifying candidates who must be Kenyan citizens should meet the following requirements:-
1. Must be holders of earned PhD degree from a reputable University as well as a full Professor of a recognized University.
2. Must have at least
fifteen (15) 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. Be registered members of good standing of professional associations in their areas of specialization.
4. Must have served
successfully as a substantive Principal of a Constituent College or as a
Deputy Vice Chancellor of a University or in other capable level(s) for
at least three (3) years.
5. Must have excellent
understanding of the government’s financial and fiscal policies,
including strategic planning and Vision 2030, Human Resource Management,
procurement and asset disposal regulations.
6. Have demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource mobilization in the development of a university.
7. Must have demonstrable
record of leadership implementation of academic, administrative,
planning and financial programmes, development of strategic
institutional linkages, staff and student exchange.
8. Must have excellent
understanding of current trends in university education and training
globally and the factors and conditions shaping development of
university education in Kenya.
9. Must have excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
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.
2. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
Ref: MMUST/AD/02/01/13
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 candidates who must be Kenyan citizens should meet the following requirements:-
1. Must be holders of an
earned PhD 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.
3. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
Ref: MMUST/AD/03/01/13
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice
Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) will be in
charge of academic matters and student affairs of the University and
shall:-
i) Have the overall responsibility of direction, organization and administration of learning programmes in the University.
ii) Coordinate teaching
and research and provide the necessary support needed by all academic
programmes offered by the University.
iii) Advise Senate in the
development of learning programmes in conformity with national and
international standards and legally recognized professional bodies.
iv) Co-ordinate forums to ensure promotion of outreach programmes and technology transfer.
v) Coordinate student welfare activities.
vi) Promote activities that attract and support local and international students.
vii) Be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the general conduct and discipline of students.
viii) Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the University’s objectives.
Requirements for the position
Qualifying candidates who must be Kenyan citizens should meet the following requirements:-
1. Must be holders of an
earned PhD degree from a University as well as a full Professor or
Associate Professor of a reputable University.
2. Must have at-least ten
(10) years of 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 successfully
demonstrated competence in administrative and academic leadership in an
academic and research environment.
5. Must have a successful record of leadership in development and implementation of academic programmes at University level.
6. Must have excellent
understanding of current trends in university education and training
globally and the factors and conditions shaping development of
university education in Kenya.
7. Must have excellent and proven organizational, communication and interpersonal skills;
8. Must show good
understanding of University functions and procedures coupled with a
passion of promoting learning, excellence in teaching, research and
innovation.
9. Must demonstrate
capacity to initiate and facilitate the development of relevant and
quality market and society driven 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 candidates,
for the three (3) positions, will be offered competitive remuneration
packages, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance
with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
The appointments 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.
Applications and
referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the
posts should be sent to the undersigned by courier, registered mail, or
hand delivered at the University so as to be received on or before 24th
May 2013.
Applicants should indicate on the envelope the reference number for the position applied for.
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