Kirinyaga University College Jobs August 2012

Kirinyaga University College
(A constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology)

Kirinyaga University College, the successor to the Kirinyaga Technical Institute (KTI), was established by the Kenya Government through The Kirinyaga University College Order, Legal Notice No. 108 of September 2011 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.

The University College aims at becoming a world class university of science and technology specializing in innovation and entrepreneurship in engineering, ICT and agriculture.

The University College is located approximately 120km North East of Nairobi off Nairobi Sagana- Embu-Highway in Kutus Town of Kirinyaga County.

The location offers a serene academic, research and learning environment at the foothills of Mount Kenya.

The University College Council seeks to appoint suitable candidates to the positions of;

(i) Principal,

(ii) Deputy Principal, Academic Affairs,

(iii) Deputy Principal, Administration & Finance

Principal of College

Ref. KY.U.C/01/2012

The appointed pioneer Principal will be a dynamic, visionary and result oriented person of high ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.

The Principal will have the overall mandate of establishing a strong academic, research and administrative foundation for the University College.

Duties and Responsibilities

As the Chief Executive of the University College, the Principal will be the academic, research and administrative Head of the College working under the direction of the Council with the following duties and responsibilities;

• Have overall responsibility on the direction, organization and the administration of academic programs of the University College;
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the academic and administrative policies of the University College in accordance with the University Master Plan and Strategic Plan
• Maintain efficiency and good order of the University College and ensure proper enforcement of the Statutes and other College Regulations;
• Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of finance, human resource, planning and infrastructural development, students’ affairs management and community linkages.
• Play a key role in the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with government/regulatory agencies and other local/international institutions of higher learning
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the University College Council from time to time.

Requirements:

Applicants must;

• Be holders of a PhD and be Professors or Associate Professors in the areas of science, technology and related fields,
• Be well published and academic leaders in their areas of specialization;
• Have at least ten (10) years of academic and research experience at senior level and possess demonstrated capacity for leadership in an academic and/or research institution;
• Be familiar with national, regional and global current trends of policies governing higher education;
• Demonstrate ability to plan, develop and implement academic programs and institutional linkages.
• Be registered with and be active members of professional associations in their areas of specialization;
• Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrate ability in fundraising, resource mobilization and fund management

Deputy Principal - Academic Affairs

Ref. KY.U.C/02/2012:

The appointed Deputy Principal, Academic Affairs will be a visionary, dynamic and result -oriented academician.

The successful candidate will work under the Principal and will be responsible for all academic matters and programs including student affairs.

Duties and Responsibilities

As the head of the Division of Academic Affairs, the Deputy Principal, Academic Affairs will have the following duties and responsibilities;

• Direct, organize and administer academic programs of the University College;
• Develop and implement the academic policies of the University College in accordance with the University Master Plan and Strategic Plan
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and the University College Council from time to time.

Requirements:

Applicants must;

• Be holders of a PhD and be Professors or Associate Professors in areas of science, technology and related fields;
• Have at least eight years’ experience in senior and administrative academic positions;
• Demonstrate capacity for progressive and innovative leadership in technological areas and have the ability to promote learning, teaching, research and development;
• Be well published and academic leaders in their areas of specialization;
• Demonstrate ability to plan, develop and implement academic programs;
• Be registered with and be active members of professional associations in their areas of specialization;
• Have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Be familiar with national, regional and global current trends of policies governing higher education.

Deputy Principal - Administration and Finance

Ref. KY.U.C/03/2012

Reporting to the Principal of the College, the Deputy Principal, Administration and Finance will be responsible for administration, planning and development, finance and staff matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

As the head of the Division of Administration and Finance, the Deputy Principal, Administration and Finance will have the following duties and responsibilities;

• Direct and organize the administration and financial aspects of the University College;
• Co-ordinate the development and implementation of the administrative policies of the University College in accordance with the University Master Plan and Strategic Plan;
• Maintain efficiency and good order of the University College and ensure proper enforcement of the Statutes and Regulations;
• Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of finance, human resources, planning and infrastructural development, students’ affairs management and community linkages;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and the University College Council from time to time.

Requirements:

Applicants must;

• Be holders of a PhD and be Professors or Associate Professors with at least eight years academic and administrative experience at senior level;
• Possess demonstrated capacity for leadership in an academic and/or research institution;
• Possess ability to plan, develop and implement institutional administration and development;
• Have proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a university setting.
• Be familiar with national, regional and global current trends of policies governing higher education.
• Have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Candidates who are holders of an MBA or its equivalent will have an added advantage.

Terms & Conditions of Service

Successful candidates for the three positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance, medical benefits, gratuity and other benefits in accordance with the University College terms of service.

The appointments will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable once for a further period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance appraisal by the University Council.

Applicants should submit detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, e-mail addresses, telephone contacts and names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees to the address below quoting the Reference number.

Kirinyaga University College is an equal opportunity employer.

Chairperson, University College Council
Kirinyaga University College
P. O. Box 143 -10300
Kerugoya
Email: chairmankruc@gmail.com

Applications should reach the Chairperson of College Council on or before 31st August, 2012.