Maasai Mara University Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Strategy) Jobs in Kenya
Maasai Mara University Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Strategy) Jobs in Kenya
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35(1)(a) (v) of the Universities Act, 2012 amended
through Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act No. 18 of 2018, the Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to be considered for appointment to the following vacant position.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
Be at least an Associate Professor of Academics or equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya;
Be a holder of an earned PhD or equivalent from a recognized University;
Have at least eight (8) years progressive experience in senior leadership/management positions in the University or in other comparable leadership levels at research and academic institutions;
Demonstrate thorough understanding of Kenya’s governance and business processes for the enrichment of the University’s ability to contribute significantly to national development and achievement of vision 2030;
Have demonstrated management capacity including knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act No. 18 of 2012, the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act No. 33 of 2015 and Strategic People Management;
Have a demonstrable experience in transformative leadership;
Have excellent understanding of major trends in national and international education and training and broad awareness of the major factors influencing the development of university education in Kenya;
Have supervised and mentored students in Masters and PhD degree programs in addition to being an accomplished scholar with a proven track record in continuing research and publications on pertinent contemporary issues;
Have proven capacity as a curriculum innovator to plan and implement academic programmes that produce graduates of choice;
Have proven ability to coordinate and network with development partners in mobilizing resources for sustainable growth and development of the University;
Be of high ethical standards, integrity and accountability and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Note: possession of a Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Course (SLDP) from Kenya School of Government or from an equivalent institution will be an added advantage.
Core Competencies
Ability to portray and uphold positive National image and work in a multi–cultural and multi– ethnic environment with sensitivity to and respect to diversity;
Be a visionary and result oriented thinker;
Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
Have firm, fair and transparent management style; and
Have demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Vice – Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Strategy), as the in-charge of Administration, Finance and Strategy division of the university will include:-
Providing innovative and creative leadership in the area of planning, human resource management, financial and physical resource management, Assets and Development Plans;
Overseeing the implementation of all procurement, fiscal, human resources, administrative policies and appropriate procedures to ensure efficient performance and delivery of services in the university in line with the strategic plan;
Coordinating the preparation and implementation of the university budget and
preparation of financial statements and management reports;
Coordinating the design, implementation, maintenance and development of appropriate human resources policies, procedures and systems that attract, develop and retain competent human resources;
Being in charge of designing, modelling and managing long-term financial and physical plans;
Being in charge of optimal utilization and investments of the University’s finances and assets;
Being in charge of annual budgeting, planning, monitoring and management strategies;
Overseeing the maintenance of the University buildings and property including furniture, equipment, etc., and all other property of the University;
Monitoring and ensure that all security measures for the University are adequate;
Being responsible for provision of accurate and current financial information to support decision making;
Being responsible for appropriate Finance and Administration Management Policies and procedures in conformity with the relevant laws, guidelines and frameworks in Kenya;
Maintaining efficiency and good order of the university and ensuring proper enforcement of the statutes and regulations; and
Carrying out such other duties and responsibilities as may be delegated by the Vice
– Chancellor.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Maasai Mara University Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Strategy) Jobs in Kenya
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