Maasai Mara University Registrar (Administration) and Senior Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya

Maasai Mara University was chartered in February 2013. Presently, it has five schools offering various degree and diploma programmes. 

The University is situated two kilometers from Narok town, off Narok -Sotik road and next to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve junction.
1. The Registrar (Administration)
Scale 15

Ref MMU/AD/2/2015
(Re- Advertisement)
 

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AF&P), the Registrar (Administration) shall be responsible for effective and efficient coordination of Administrative and Human Resource functions of the University.

 

For appointment to this position the applicants should:

• Have a Masters degree in Management or Administration or other related field


• Have at least seven years relevant work experience in a busy institution preferably of higher learning


• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Universities Act 2012, Statutes, Policies and other Regulations related to Academic and Administrative functions of a University


• Should have served in the position of Deputy Registrar or in a comparable position for at least three (3) years


• Demonstrate track record and ability as reflected in work performance and results 


• Be able to demonstrate evidence of administrative leadership


• Be conversant with modern Information, Communication Technology


• Demonstrate creativity in evolving innovative strategic management trends


• Demonstrate understanding of government policies as well as Human Resource policies


• A PhD degree will be an added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:
 

Take overall charge of the following administrative functions:-

• Responsible for planning, policy formulation and general administration of the various administrative activities in the University administration.


• 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.


• Management of the various departments within the Administration 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 formulation and implementation of the Divisional Strategic Plan 


• Responsible for formulation, planning and control of the Administration Budget


• Secretary to the University Management Board

2. Senior Procurement Officer
Scale 13

Ref MMU/AD/8/2015
(Re-Advertisement)
 

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AF&P), the Senior Procurement Officer will be responsible for the overall functioning of the Procurement Department in the University. 

For appointment to this position applicants should:

• Have a Bachelors degree in the following disciplines; Business Administration, Economics, Commerce (Supplies Management option) or its equivalent from a recognized University


• Have six (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must have been as Head of a Procurement Unit or a comparable position preferably Public Sector


• Have attended relevant short courses lasting at least 4 weeks


• Demonstrate ability and initiative in managing University Purchasing and Supplies Functions


• Be a member of the Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management or any other relevant professional body


• A Masters degree will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overall coordination of the procurement functions in the University


• Supervise staff in the Department


• Responsible for planning and coordination of procurement


• Implementation and enforcement of University procurement regulations and procedures


• Preparation of annual Departmental estimates and expenditure


• Control of supplies vote, verification and disposal of unserviceable stores


• Responsible for staff development and training in the department


• Perform any other duties allocated by the supervisor.

Salary Scales for the Positions:
 

1. Scale 15 – Ksh.150,589×4907 – 180,034×8078 – 220,414
 

2. Scale 13 – Ksh.92,957×2678 – 98,313×3337 – 108,323 x 3692 – 123,092
 

Applicants must submit ten (10) copies of application letters giving details of their age, Education and professional qualifications, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s day telephone and email address, and enclosing duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Interested applicants are advised to visit Maasai Mara University

website www.mmarau.ac.ke for the conditions for eligibility,

requirements and other details for all positions.

All applicants must

meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.
 

Maasai Mara University is an equal opportunity employer; women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 16th November, 2015 at 5.00 p.m.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
(Administration, Finance and Planning)
Maasai Mara University
P.O. Box 861-20500
Narok