Kirinyaga University College Registrar and Estates Officer Jobs in Kenya

Kirinyaga University College (A Constituent College of JKUAT)
 

Kirinyaga University College invites applications from qualified and competent professionals to fill the following vacant positions:

Administration, Planning and Development Division
 

Registrar (Administration, Planning and Development)
 

Grade 15 

Ref. KyUC/REG/APD/002/11/14
 

(Re-Advertised)
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reports to the Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Development) and responsible for planning, policy formulation and general administration of the various administrative activities in the University administration.
• Management of the various departments within the Administrative Division with regard to the legal instruments and regulations governing the management and administration of University resources in general and within their respective departments.
• Responsible for establishment and management of effective and efficient structures and systems for human resources management, including records management, performance contracting and management, staff development and corporate communications.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Principal and Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Development).

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a PhD in Management related field.
• Four (4) years’ experience as Deputy Registrar or comparable position in an academic institution with exemplary work performance in a University set up or other organization 
• Knowledgeable in modern management techniques.
• Membership to relevant professional body.

Estates Officer
 

Grade 11 

Ref: KyUC/NT/018/11/14
 

Job Summary: The successful candidate will report to Registrar (Administration, Planning and Development) and will be responsible for the day to day maintenance of plant and equipment including the management of service contracts, maintaining a register of all University property, coordinating the maintenance and repair of the University College buildings, health and safety, energy consumption, environmental management and grounds maintenance.

Requirements
 

Applicants must be holders of at least a Bachelor’s degree in Building, Land Economics, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. 

In addition they must have;

• At least five(5) years relevant post qualification experience at a senior level in a large/ similar organization
• Knowledge of building structural, mechanical and electrical services and grounds management
• Experience in conducting site surveys and evaluating feasibility studies
• Proven record in managing construction and maintenance personnel
• Knowledge and experience in carrying out civil works and evaluating drawings and specifications for projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other project software
• Be registered with the relevant professional body
• Considerable knowledge of a University set up

Those in possession of a Master’s degree in the relevant field will have an added advantage
 

How to apply
 

6 (Six) copies of applications should be submitted in writing together with a cover letter, an updated curriculum vitae and names and addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and area of specialization, plus certified copies of national identification card, certificates and testimonials. 

The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly indicated.
 

Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send their letters of reference to the below addresses. The referees should send their recommendations under sealed envelopes (or as pdf file if e-mailed). 

Applications and referees confidential reports should be sent to the undersigned to be received not later than 27th November, 2014.
 

The Principal
Kirinyaga University College
P.O. Box 143-10300
Kerugoya

Email: principal@kyuc.ac.ke

Website: www.kyuc.ac.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kirinyaga University College is an equal opportunity employer