Education jobs in Kenya - University Vice Chancellor Job vacancy in Kenya

About the University

The University is a fast growing applied science-oriented institution in Kenya.

Its Vision is to be a leading value-adding university that provides education in business, hospitality and information communication technology relevant to individual and the larger society.

This vision is being pursued through promotion of high standards of teaching, learning and public service.

Currently, the University has three CHE –Approved undergraduate programmes:

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Hospitality Management;
• and Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science.
• The Diploma programmes include International Hotel Management; Tourism Management; Business Administration; Computer Science; and Japanese Language and Culture.

The undergraduate programmes in the pipeline are Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management; Bachelor of Science in pharmacy; and Bachelor of Science in building and Construction Management.

To successfully accomplish its Mission, the University wishes to recruit a dynamic person of high integrity to fill the position of Vice Chancellor.

Responsibilities

As the Chief Executive Officer of the University and reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor will be responsible for providing effective academic and administrative leadership and ensuring efficient use of resources.

In this regard, he will be responsible for:

• Providing overall leadership and direction to the University;
• Maintaining and promoting efficiency, effectiveness and good governance of the University;
• Initiating and coordinating development of strategic planning and policy- formulation;
• Developing and implementing viable quality academic and research programmes; and
• Establishing and promoting strategic linkages with other academic institutions, development partners, and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications

The Ideal candidate will:

• Possess an earned doctorate (PhD or its equivalent) degree;
• Have attained the status of at least a senior Lecturer;
• Possess an excellent track record of teaching, research and community service; and
• Have at least four years of administrative experience in a recognized University or Research Institute at the senior management level.
• Preferably, aged between 40 to 55years.

If you believe you are the right person for the position, please send your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic and professional qualifications, contacts of three referees, and your expected monthly remuneration package to:

DN/A 1011
P.O Box 49010 – 00100
Nairobi

Closing Date: 5th July 2011