Murang’a University College Deputy Principal (Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension) Job in Kenya

Murang’a University College (MRUC) was established under Universities Act 2012 Section 74 as the successor of Murang’a College of Technology. 

MRUC is positioning itself to develop a distinctive profile as a progressive and international University offering competitive academic programmes and growing its enrolment strategically in cognizance of quality demands and contemporary national goals. 

The University College is located in Murang’a town, 85 km North East of Nairobi. Its location provides a serene environment conducive for learning.

Vision: A leading University of choice that promotes excellence in learning and service delivery.

The University College Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons to provide leadership to the institution in the position of Deputy Principal (Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension).


Ref. MR.U.C/02/2014

The Deputy Principal shall report to the Principal and shall be the Head of Academic, Research, Innovation and Extension and will ensure these functions evolve into pillars of excellence within the University College.
 

Qualifications and Experience
 

The applicant should;

• Be a Professor or Associate Professor of a university recognized by Commission for University Education (CUE);
• Have served in senior university administration position; at least six (6) years as admitting Dean/Director and above. Previous service as chairman of academic department will be an added advantage.
• Be an outstanding and internationally recognized scholar as evidenced through publications in peer-referred journals (at least eight in the last five years) and/or university level books/books chapters;
• Demonstrate ability to attract project grants/awards;
• Have supervised Post graduate students at Masters and Ph.D levels;
• Demonstrate the ability to develop Curricula, programmes and projects;
• Demonstrate competence in administrative and financial leadership in an academic and research environment;
• Have a good understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and vision 2030 flagship projects, Public Procurement and Disposal Law;
• Have an excellent understanding of the current trends in university education, training and research nationally and globally;
• Demonstrate an outstanding ability to communicate effectively and possess excellent interpersonal skills;
• Be computer literate;
• Comply with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Deputy Principal in consultation with Principal shall:

• Coordinate the development of academic policies of the university college;
• Direct and organize academic policies and programmes of the university college;
• Coordinate and manage students affairs;
• Coordinate and manage examinations and the preparation of academic transcripts, certificates, diplomas and degrees;
• Develop research agenda with clear guidelines on research alliances and partnerships nationally and internationally;
• Develop and implement strategies to facilitate growth in revenue to support research and innovation;
• Provide strategic direction, leadership and management of the centres and departments that comprise the research and innovation portfolio;
• Oversee the protection and commercialization of the innovations;
• Establish linkages with industry and business through local, national and international networks to leverage research outcomes and opportunities;
• Perform such other functions and responsibilities assigned by the Principal and University Council as may be necessary and in the interests of the University College as per its rules and regulations;

Terms and Conditions
 

The position is tenable as a five (5) year contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance. 

The successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package which includes basic salary, house allowance, and medical cover as per the University College’s medical scheme, leave allowance, official transport and gratuity at the end of the contract period as per University College provisions. 

The salary entry point will depend on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
 

Application Procedure
 

Interested applicants should forward ten (10) copies of applications including a detailed curriculum vitae, with contact details, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers, current post and salary, certified copies of certificates and testimonials and get clearance from the following institutions

• HELB
• EACC
• Kenya Revenue authority
• Certificate of good conduct

And names of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of specialization to reach the chairman of council not later than 15th December, 2014.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

They should also request their referees to submit their reference directly to the address here below within the stipulated period. 

The Chairman,
Murang’a University College Council,
C/o Institute for Development Studies (IDS), G Wing 5th Floor,
Rm. 511
P. O. Box 30197-00100
Nairobi.

E-mail: chairman@mruc.ac.ke