Garissa University Deputy Vice-chancellor (Finance, Administration and Planning) Jobs in Kenya
Garissa University Vice Chancellor Jobs in Kenya
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35(1)(a) (v) of the Universities Act, 2012 (Revised
2018), the Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons
to be considered for appointment to the following position.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be a full Professor or an Associate Professor with an earned Doctorate degree from
a University recognized by the Kenya Commission for University Education;
Have had at least ten (10) years of experience in senior administrative, financial
and/planning level at a university, equivalent academic and or research;
Have leadership experience in a modern university environment;
Possess proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and planning in a
university;
Be registered with, and be an active member of a relevant professional associations;
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 the finance, planning and
development functions in the university;
Have excellent understanding of the Kenya Vision 2030 and the Big 4 Agenda;
Possess demonstrable knowledge of strategic planning in physical development;
Demonstrate 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; and
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Note: possesses of additional professional qualifications such as MBA, CPA/CPS or other
recognized professional qualifications in administration, management and finance
will be considered an added advantage.
Core Competences
The following core competences shall be required:
Ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate administrative, finance and
planning functions in the university;
Knowledge of strategic planning in education planning;
Be conversant with financial planning and accounting;
Demonstrate ability to attract funds to the university;
Ability to portray and uphold positive national image and work in a multi-cultural
and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
Being a visionary, creative, innovative and result oriented leader; and
(vii) excellent organizational, interpersonal and Effective communication skills;
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for discharge of the
Administration, Finance and Planning Division functions.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Providing overall direction and organization of the
division;
Being in charge of general conduct and discipline of staff;
Providing advice to the university management and ensure compliance with
statutory and legal requirements;
Ensuring effective accountability to the vice chancellor for the proper management
of the university;
Ensuring sound financial controls;
Ensuring timely preparation and implementation of the university’s budget
estimates and operational budget;
Ensuring prompt preparation of statutory reports related to the office; and
Any other duties as determined by Council to further objectives of the university
Interested Applicants Are Required to Note:
The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s website;
Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents
during the interviews;
National Identity Card;
Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and
Clearances from the following bodies:
Kenya Revenue Authority;
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
Higher Education Loans Board;
Any of the Registered Credit Reference Bureaus;
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance Certificate); and
Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations.
Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately to
the address below.
How to Apply
Candidates may submit manual (hard copy) or electronic (online) applications.
All applications should be submitted together with detailed curriculum vitae, a copy
of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant
supporting documents.
Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
“Application for Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Planning) -
Laikipia University” and delivered to:
The Secretary/CEO
Public Service Commission
Commission House
P.O Box 30095-00100
Nairobi.
Online applications may be submitted via email to: university2019@publicservice.go.ke
All applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 20th August
2019 latest by 5.00 p.m. (East African Time)
For more information and job application details, see; Garissa University Deputy Vice-chancellor (Finance, Administration and Planning) Jobs in Kenya
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