Vice Chancellor Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Better Life Through Technology
 

Recruitment of a Vice Chancellor
 

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) became the eighth public university in Kenya following its award of a charter in December 2012 under the Universities Act 2012. 

The University’s vision is: “To be premier technological university excelling in quality education, research and technology transfer for national development.” 

In the last five years, the University grew tremendously from a population of just over 500 to nearly 5000 students and successfully introduced a range of degree programmes in technological areas: mainly engineering, ICT, and business. 

The students are in 17 undergraduate programmes, 2 master degree programmes and in three disciplines at PhD level. The University also offers TVET programmes and has thus a number of students in Diploma and Professional Courses.

DeKUT, before award of charter was a Constituent University College. 

Thus, it is now expected to develop its uniqueness through development of areas of excellence and research programmes in niche areas, and provide national leadership, through its contribution to attainment of Vision 2030, as a specialized University of Technology.
 

The Council of the University now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent credentials to lead the institution in the position of Vice Chancellor.

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Vice Chancellor will be the Chief Executive Officer of the University and will be responsible for implementation of the Council’s resolutions.
 

The successful candidate will

1. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the University and position and represent the University nationally, regionally and internationally;
2. Be the academic and administrative head of the University;
3. Have overall responsibility on the direction, organization and the administration and programs of the University;
4. Coordinate the development and implementation of the academic and administrative policies of the University in accordance with the University’s master plan and the strategic plan;
5. Maintain efficiency and good order of the University and ensure proper enforcement of the statutes and regulations;
6. Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of Finance, Planning and Development;
7. Play a key role in the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with government/regulatory agencies and other local/international institutions of higher learning;

Requirements
 

Applicants must

1. Be a holder of PhD and either Professor or associate Professor and be well published and an academic leader in their areas of specialization;
2. Have at least ten (10) years of academic and research experience at senior level and possess demonstrated leadership in an academic and/or research institution having served substantively with demonstrable results at least as a Principal of Constituent University College or as Deputy Vice Chancellor of a university, or in other similar institutions at comparable levels;
3. Have demonstrable experience in setting up and development of technological education, technology management and transfer and innovation;
4. Have excellent understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and Vision 2030, human resource, procurement and asset disposal legal requirements;
5. Have excellent understanding 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;
6. Be leaders with potential to plan, develop and implement academic programs and develop strategic institutional linkages;
7. Be registered with and be active members of professional associations in their profession;
8. Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
9. Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
10. Obtain clearance from; HELB, EACC, Kenya Revenue Authority and have Certificate of Good Conduct

Terms & Conditions of Service
 

Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
 

The appointments will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance
 

Applicants should submit detailed curriculum vitae, (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages), copies of certificates, e-mail addresses, telephone contacts. 

They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
 

Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 25th February 2013
 

The Chairman of University Council
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
P. O. Box 657-10100
Nyeri
 

Email: council.chair@dkut.ac.ke
 

Website: www.dkut.ac.ke
 

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer