University of Eldoret Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Students Affairs) Jobs in Kenya
University of Eldoret Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Students Affairs) Jobs in Kenya
For Appointment to This Position, a Candidate Must:
Be a holder of an earned PhD and be at the level of either a professor or an Associate Professor;
Be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journals publications, university level books as well as project grants and awards;
Have at least eight (8) years progressive experience in a senior university leadership /management position such as Dean/Director, Principal of a University College or Deputy Vice-Chancellor of a chartered university or leadership in comparable levels;
Have demonstrated competence in leadership in an academic, research and innovation environment;
Have outstanding knowledge of the current trends in university education and training in Kenya and globally and a broad awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of university education in Kenya;
Have understanding of the Government’s academic, research, innovations, linkages and technology transfer, legal and policies framework, procedures and processes;
Have demonstrated leadership and competences in implementation of academic, research, innovations, linkages and technology transfer programmes;
Demonstrated experience and ability to integrate research, innovations, technology transfer and entrepreneurship in the academic programmes of a university;
Be a team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
Registered and active member of a professional association; and
Be of highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Core Competences
The following core competences and skills will be required:
Exemplary high level of professionalism and ethics;
Leadership skills and ability to effectively coordinate the academic and students’ affairs functions in the university;
Ability to portray and uphold positive national image and work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
Visionary, result oriented and innovative leadership;
Ability to promote formulation of solutions to complex problems and to build consensus for the same;
Ability to work with teams and meet deadlines; and
Knowledge of strategic planning and education planning.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Students’ Affairs) will be the head of the Academic Division and will oversee all academic matters of the university. Working under the Vice-Chancellor, the duties and responsibilities of the position will include:
Formulating and providing policy guidelines on planning, development and management of academic programmes;
Preparing curricula/syllabuses, rules and regulations governing the implementation of academic programmes;
Formulating guidelines for effective management, implementation and evaluation of academic programmes;
Promoting adoption of innovative and modern systems for delivery of academic programmes including e-learning, distance education and e-library;
Overseeing the students’ welfare matters which include recreation, sports and games, catering, accommodation and counselling services;
Coordinating both continuous assessment and final examinations;
Guiding heads of departments, Deans of Schools and Academic Directors on the running of academic programmes;
Working closely with the other Deputy Vice-Chancellor on staff development, training and research;
Ensuring that the senate is properly advised in the development of academic programmes in conformity to ethical standards and legally recognised professional bodies;
Managing students; disciplinary matters;
Undertaking performance appraisals of academic staff and other staff in the division;
Actively seeking and maintaining linkages, collaboration and extension programmes with both local and international institutions of higher learning for academic programmes;
Being responsible for proper operations of all the units reporting to him/her;
Being secretary to the senate; and
Perform any other duties as may be assigned and delegated by the ViceChancellor.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; University of Eldoret Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Students Affairs) Jobs in Kenya
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