Kibabii University Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics and Students’ Affairs) Job in Kenya

Kibabii University is a fully fledged public institution of higher

education and research in Kenya with a student population of 5,600 and

staff component of 317.

The University aspires to increase

its academic programmes, students’ enrollment and human resource

capacity in order to realize its strategic vision of a world class

centre of excellence in science, technology and innovation while

contributing towards meeting increasing demand for relevant skills in

rapidly transforming economy.

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics and Students’ Affairs)

Advert. No. KIBU/DVC-ASA/03/12/2015

 

Requirements
 

For appointment to the position of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics and Students’ Affairs), a person must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Be at least an Associate Professor with an earned Ph.D. from a recognized University;


• Have at least ten (10) years of academic experience at a senior position in a University setting with a demonstrated capacity for leadership and academic excellence;


• Have excellent understanding of the Kenya Vision 2030;


• Be registered with, and be an active member of professional associations in his/her profession;


• Have the capacity to promote learning in competitive environment through commitment to academic excellence;


• Have held senior administrative posts such as Deputy Principal of a Constituent University College, Principal of Campus, Dean/Director of a Faculty/School or leadership of comparable levels in a university or other institutions;


• Possess an outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced by peer-refereed journal publications and university level books or book chapters;


• Have ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate teaching and research functions in the University;


• Possess demonstrable knowledge of strategic planning in academic development of the University;


• Have demonstrated ability to attract research grants and other awards;


• Be familiar with the national education laws and policies and current trends in higher education world-wide;


• Have demonstrated competence in academic leadership in an academic/research environment;


• Have skills, capacity and determination to initiate and facilitate the development of relevant and quality market driven academic programmes;


• Have excellent analytical, problem solving, decision making, team building, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and


• Comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Subject to the provisions of Universities Act, 2012, the Kibabii University Charter and Statutes, and acting under the authority of the Vice-Chancellor, the incumbent will take charge of Academic, Research and Student Affairs Division with the following specific duties and responsibilities:-

• Oversee the development and implementation of academic programmes and regulations;


• Co-ordinate all academic programmes in the University and ensure that modern technology in programme delivery is enhanced;


• Co-ordinate the management of examinations, postgraduate studies, undergraduate studies and development of the library;


• Co-ordinate implementation of appropriate quality assurance and mechanisms and ensure that University programmes conform to the national and international standards, as well as legally recognized professional bodies;


• Co-ordination of student placement and welfare activities; and


• Perform such other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the Vice-Chancellor.

Tenure of Office: In accordance with the Universities Act (2012), Kibabii University Charter and Statutes of the University, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics and Students’ Affairs) shall hold office for a period of five (5) years with the possibility of one time renewal for a further term of five years subject to a positive appraisal by the Council.
 

How to Apply:
 

Each application shall be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, Testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents. 

Scanned copies of these documents must accompany the email application.
 

Applicants must also submit the following:

1. Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority


2. Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board


3. Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission


4. Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau


5. Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)


6. Letters of recommendation from at least three persons familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and character in general should also be sent to the address below before 31st January, 2016.

All applications shall clearly be marked with the Reference Number of the Advertised position “Application for the position of (position applied for)”and submitted as follows:
 

i. Ten (10) hard copies
 

ii. An electronic copy in PDF format by email be sent to the Chairman of the Council by email: Council.Chair@kibaiiuniversity.ac.ke
 

Applications must be submitted on or before 31st January, 2016.
 

Applications should be addressed as registered mail to:
 

The Chairman of Council,
Kibabii University,
C/O Centre for Corporate Governance
P.O. Box 13936-00800
Westlands, Nairobi, 

Kenya

Or Dropped at

The Chairman of Council,
Kibabii University,
C/O Centre for Corporate Governance,
3rd Floor, TVR Office Plaza, Door C,
Muthithi Road, Westlands
Nairobi, Kenya.

Note: Kibabii University is an equal opportunity employer.

Women, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.