University of Eldoret Registrar (Planning) Job in Kenya

Mar 24, 2016

University of Eldoret
 

Office of the Chairman of Council
 

Institutional Profile: The University of Eldoret is a public University with nine (9) schools namely; Agriculture and Biotechnology; Science; Environmental Studies; Engineering; Natural Resource Management; Education; Business and Management Sciences; Human Resource Development and Economics. It has over 20, 000 students, 1,500 employees and land measuring 1,057 acres.

The University’s Vision is to be a “premier university that is globally visible in knowledge generation and technological innovations” and a Mission of “providing high quality education and training in science, agriculture and technology that promotes networking, partnerships and linkages with other institutions and industry”.

 

To give the University a dynamic and strategic leadership, the University Council invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent credentials to provide leadership to the institution in the position indicated below:

Registrar (Planning)

Scale 15 

(1 Position)

Ref: UOE/R (P)/C/03/2016
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

This position entails;

• Policy formulation and implementation;


• Planning, directing, controlling, organizing, coordinating administrative/academic planning functions of the University;


• Ensuring that quality standards are adhered to;


• Facilitating staff development and capacity building;


• Liaise with the office of the Director of Strategic Planning and Performance Contracting on activities of the University;


• Coordinating implementation activities of the Master plan of the University; and


• Performing any other duties assigned by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Research and Extension) from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:
 

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies;

• Doctorate Degree from a recognized institution;


• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Planning and Management ;


• At least five (5) years relevant work experience in a senior academic or Management positions;


• Evidence of participation and contribution in seminars/conferences related to Planning and Management;


• Knowledge in Information and Communication Technology;


• Management training lasting not less than Six (6) months and


• Membership registration with relevant professional body.

Terms and Conditions of Service:

• The appointment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.


• Successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.

General Requirements:
 

All applicants must meet the following general requirements;

• Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.


• Must get clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Credit Reference Bureau (CRB), Commission for University Education (CUE) and obtain a current certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service (NPS).

Submission of Applications:
 

Applicants for the above positions are advised to send six (6) copies of the applications using the addresses given below.
 

Soft copies of applications to be send to the Chairman of Council through e-mail and hard copies by courier or post.
 

Hand delivered applications to be dropped in the Tender Box in the Chairman’s office.
 

All applicants should submit detailed curriculum vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, and membership of professional associations), copies of certificates, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts.
 

Applicants should provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
 

Applicants are advised to contact their referees to write and send confidential reports using the addresses given below;

The Chairman of Council,
University of Eldoret,
P.O Box 1125-30100,
Eldoret, Kenya.

Email: chairmancouncil@uoeld.ac.ke,

Website: www.uoeld.ac.ke

Applications should be received on or before 8th April, 2016 at 4.00pm.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.

University of Eldoret is an equal opportunity employer and people with disability are encouraged to apply.