Machakos University Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning and Finance Jobs in Kenya
Machakos University Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning and Finance Jobs in Kenya
For Appointment to This Position, a Candidate Must:
Be a Professor or Associate Professor for at least three (3) years and holder of an earned Doctorate Degree or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
Have at least six (6) years administrative experience at a senior level in a university
leadership/management position such as Dean/Director, Deputy Principal/ Principal of a Constituent College/Deputy Vice-Chancellor;
Be a recognized scholar as evidenced by the number of postgraduate students supervision and publications, research grants, recent publications;
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;
Be familiar with national, regional and global trends in higher education;
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism;
Have thorough knowledge of Governance structures, Government financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and Vision 2030, human resource management; thorough public finance management: budgeting, procurement and asset disposal legal requirements, further supported by relevant trainings and certificates;
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;
Show evidence of having dealt with human resource matters;
Possess vast experience in decision making in finance, supported by relevant testimonials;
Demonstrate experience in policy making in finance, strategic planning and development;
Have thorough knowledge in the structural, legislative and regulatory framework for administering University Education in Kenya;
Be a registered member and demonstrate active involvement in professional associations;
Have proven ability to coordinate and network with development partners in fundraising, fund management, mobilizing resources for sustainable growth and development of the University;
Have a good track record of successful change management; and
Meet requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Core Competencies
The following core competencies and skills will be required for the position of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Planning and Finance):
Ability to portray and uphold positive national image and work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
Be a visionary and result oriented thinker;
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;
Have firm, fair, accountable and transparent management style; and
Evidence
of resource mobilization and attracting grants from reputable donors.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning and Finance) will be one of the Principal Assistants to the Vice Chancellor, the head of the Administration, Planning and Finance Division of the University.
He/she will be responsible for the management of physical and financial resources, infrastructural and development matters in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve the University’s goals, objectives and agreed performance targets. Duties and responsibilities will include: -
Establishing and maintaining workable systems for regular measurement, monitoring and evaluation of performance, quality, relevance and efficiency of all human resource, rewards management, finance, planning and development programmes;
Organizing and directing the administration and financial aspects of the University;
Developing and recommending to the Vice-Chancellor the long term University finance strategy, business plans and annual operating budgets, and establishing proper internal monitoring and control procedures;
Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of planning, human resource management, financial and physical resource management;
Oversee the implementation of all sectoral policies and appropriate procedures to ensure efficient performance and delivery of services in the University in line with the strategic plan;
Coordinate the preparation and implementation of the University budget, preparation of financial statements and management reports for presentation to the University Management Board;
Coordinate the design, implementation, maintenance and development of appropriate human resource policies, procedures and systems that attract, develop and retain qualified and experienced human resources;
Maintain efficiency and good order of the University and ensure proper enforcement of the Statutes and Regulations;
Providing innovative and creative leadership in the areas of finance, human resources, planning, infrastructural development and community linkages;and
Providing guidance to the Vice-Chancellor and the Management Board on the human resource, policy formulation, planning and financial matters regarding the University
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Machakos University Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning and Finance Jobs in Kenya
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