Kenya Highlands Evangelical University is a fully chartered university offering degree, diploma, and certificate programs in the areas of business, theology, education, and computer science, among other academic disciplines.

As a Christian university, KHEU strives to train a generation of leaders who are equipped for God's service.

In seeking to continue with the growth already achieved, the University Council seeks competent and visionary professionals to fill the following positions:

Vice-Chancellor

Overall, the Vice-Chancellor drives the strategic mission of the University and is responsible to the University Council for management of the institution.

The Vice-Chancellor will ensure growth and development of the University in a direction that poises the institution for a strategic position in the future of private Christian university education in Kenya.

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:

A minimum of senior lecturer level at a recognized university, with an earned Ph.D.At least five years of experience in senior academic and management positions.A highly developed understanding of current and emerging issues in Higher Education.Commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service to community and profession.A well-developed understanding of partnerships and evidence of successful linkages with local and international partners.
A track record of personal excellence in leadership, management, communication, and public relations.Highest Christian ethical standards and integrity in all areas of personal, social and corporate life.Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring that the University operates within its vision, mission and Christian context.In charge of overall management of the University and its facilities, services, resources, security, staff and students.
Recruit and build a dynamic and highly motivated academic staff and management team.Play a prominent and sustained role in fund raising, including direct solicitations from donors and partners to expand the University's resource base, operating funds, development projects, endowments, research grants and contracts.Ensure proper and accountable financial and human resource management.Initiate, develop and oversee linkages with other institutions of higher learning, both local and international for academic and research purposes.Represent the University and maintain and promote the academic standing and general image of the University.Recommend to the University Council necessary or desirable changes in policies, procedures and operations.Five-year performance-based contract, renewable by mutual consent, with a gratuity at end of contract.
Competitive salary, house allowance, and other allowances.
Provision of official car.Deputy Vice-Chancellor

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor is responsible for administration regarding areas of financial affairs, academic affairs, and general University development strategies.

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:

A minimum of senior lecturer level at a recognized university with an earned Ph.D.At least three years of experience in senior academic and management positionsDemonstrated understanding and commitment to scholarship.Demonstrated evidence of successful experience in academic planning, program development and assessment and management of academic staff preferably at the level of school dean or principal of a university college.
Ability to direct, motivate and inspire staff.Strong financial management, operations and logistic skills.Demonstrated leadership in information technology systems.Highest Christian ethical standards and integrity in all areas of personal, social and corporate life.Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Advise the Management Board and University Council on financial matters of the University.Establish and maintain an effective budgetary planning and control processes.Oversee formulation and implementation of appropriate human resource policies, procedures and systems to attract and retain qualified and experienced personnel.Oversee the development, deployment and support on information technology throughout the University with due consideration to all management, student, academic, and administrative needs.Oversee the general maintenance of University facilities, including buildings, motor vehicles, and grounds.
Overall supervision of academic programs, including academic planning and curriculum development.Five-year performance-based contract, renewable by mutual consent, with a gratuity at the end of contractCompetitive salary, house allowance, and other allowances.Registrar

Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:

A Ph.D. holder with at least three years' work experience in senior academic position, or Master's Degree with at least five years of relevant management experience at senior level.
Should have good IT and public relations skills.Should have a good understanding of education systems both local and international.
Ability to lead, guide and develop a professional team.Highest Christian ethical standards and integrity in all areas of personal, social and corporate life.Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Registrar will be responsible for supervision and leadership of several key areas of the institution, including:

Recruitment and admission of students.Coordination of academic programs.Development of new academic programs.Management of the academic calendar and University examinations.
Quality assurance and research.General Terms and Conditions:

This post is a permanent and pensionable position with a competitive salary, house allowance, and other allowances.

How to Apply:

Candidates should send their application with a detailed CV (including current / most recent post and salary), daytime telephone and e-mail contacts, and names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable of the candidate's competency.

All should be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00pm on Friday, 30th March 2012.

Any electronic submissions should be sent in PDF format.

The University Council Chairman
Kenya Highlands Evangelical University
P.O. Box 123 - 20200,
Kericho, Kenya

Email: council@kheu.ac.ke

The Management University of Africa (MUA) is a newly established private university in Kenya located off Mombasa Road in Nairobi.

The University is envisioned to be the premier University in the provision of innovative leadership and management solutions to industries and communities worldwide, with a mission to provide quality education for transformational leadership and excellence in management.

For more information about MUA visit http://www.mua.ac.ke/.

We wish to hire a Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic, Research & Extension).

This is a challenging opportunity for a seasoned, proactive, independent thinking and results oriented professional.

The position holder will provide sound leadership and overall management of the academic research and extension division of the University and will be responsible for coordinating teaching, research, extension and other related support services.

Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor, the position holder will:

Spearhead the development and implementation of policies and procedures;Ensure effective and efficient delivery of quality academic, research and extension programmes;Coordinate academic, research and extension programmes including planning and development of curriculum and research and consultancy proposals;Develop and control the divisional budget;Mobilize financial support for research and community extension work from industry and other external organizations in liaison with the University fundraising office;Disseminate information about the University’s research and related activities including coordination of workshops, conferences and seminars; andEnsure prudent management and facilitation of student affairs.Requirements for the position:

At least 5 years of experience in senior academic and management positions in a modern University environment.

In addition applicants should have:

A PhD degree or its equivalent from a reputable university. Those with qualifications in Business Administration, management, social sciences or related areas will have added advantage.Recognition as a seasoned researcher who commands the respect of peers;Demonstrable ability and proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and academic leadership in a university including supervision of post graduate students;Demonstrate experience in developing academic programmes;Must have served as Chairman of Department or dean of school or principal of a college;Evidence of having published widely in internationally refereed academic journals;Proven capability of fundraising and establishing quality working linkages and attracting research grants and funds with a broad range of contacts in academia, industry and Government;Experience of leading and managing research programmes and teams;Proven leadership and change management experience;Performance management experience, strong communication and presentation skills, team building skills, initiative and broad mindedness.Be of highest ethical, personal and professional standing with clarity of vision and academic credibility;Associate Professor or Professor with similar qualifications will have added advantage.Application must include a covering letter, copies of relevant certificates and detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to:

The Vice Chancellor
The Management University of Africa
P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, Nairobi
Email: vc@mua.ac.ke

Closing date: 23rd December 2011

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Job Title: Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs

Job Code: DVC/USIU

Number of Positions Open: 1

Reports To: Vice Chancellor

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

United States International University (USIU) is a Higher Learning Institution situated on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya. USIU is accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for Higher Education (CHE), and by the American Government through the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities - the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).The student population of 4,700 represents over 45 countries. Faculty is predominantly Kenyan with diverse educational experiences.

USIU is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate to fill in the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor.

This is a Senior Management position. The incumbent of this position is charged with the provision of academic leadership and the smooth running of academic programmes within the University.

Primary Responsibilities

Setting the vision and direction for the Division of Academic AffairsOverseeing the evaluation, promotion and retention of quality facultyProviding support for scholarly activities of facultyMonitoring the quality and ethical standards of the Division of Academic Affairs. Overseeing the development of a comprehensive academic planAssuring academic programs are relevant and currentLiaise with Kenya and US quality assurance bodiesPhD in any field relevant to the academic programs offeredAssociate Professor Rank or above in one of the programs offered at the university.Experience: 10 years relevant experience including five in higher level academic management.How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by sending CV to recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

“Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer”

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Setting a Strong Foundation

Vice Chancellor (Designate)

A membership-based, not-for-profit business development organization is in the process of sponsoring a University.

The proposed University will offer relevant programmes on management leadership and development.

The University targets to have a continental outlook with global linkages and benchmarks.

In this regard, the organization is seeking to recruit a forward looking and results oriented individual to fill the position of the Vice Chancellor (Designate).

Reporting to the University Council, the Vice Chancellor (Designate) will be the academic and administrative head of the University.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Spearhead the initial setting up of the University;Provide strategic direction and leadership to the University in line with its mission, vision and philosophy;Ensure the formulation and successful implementation of the University’s strategic plan;Oversee the effective and efficient management of the University’s assets and facilities, including human capital, financial, administrative, industrial and information management resources;Ensure the recruitment of qualified faculty and other personnel;Create an enabling environment for knowledge sharing, effective research and consultancy;Provide leadership for fundraising, marketing, communication, networking and strategic linkages with the University’s partners and stakeholders, including government agencies and the business community;Chair meetings of the University Senate and the Management Board to facilitate the achievement of the institutions goal and strategies; andOverall supervision and administration of academic, business and fiscal operations of the University.A relevant PhD from a recognized University and Post Graduate training in management. Being an Associate Professor or a Full Professor will be an added advantage;Needs to have served in a leadership position for not less than 10 years in a recognized institution of higher learning;Must have published articles in refereed journals and published academic books;Demonstrable experience in developing academic programmes;Academician with not less than 10 years’ research and teaching experience;Experience in conducting extensive research supported by publications;Demonstrable leadership and management experience at a senior level in an academic and/or research institution; andProven track record of resource mobilization for research, scholarships and development.If you believe you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts to reach us on or before Friday, 17 June 2011, addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place — Waiyaki Way,
P.O. Box 40092 00100, Nairobi, Kenya

Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke

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