Laikipia University University Jobs March 2013

Laikipia University was granted Charter by His Excellency Hon. Mwai Kibaki, C.G.H., the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces of the Republic of Kenya, on 19th February, 2013. 

The Main Campus is located 50 km from Nakuru on Nakuru-Nyeri road. 

The University has Campuses in Maralal, Naivasha and Nyahururu. Currently, the University has a staff of 400 and 5,000 students.

To give the University a dynamic and strategic leadership, the Council invites applications for the following senior management positions from suitably qualified individuals with excellent credentials;

Vice-Chancellor 

 
Ref: LU/AD/15/2013

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 and delivery of the Institution’s mandate.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the University and represent the University nationally, regionally and internationally;
• Be the academic and administrative head of the University;
• Have overall responsibility on the direction, organization and the administration of programmes of the University;
• Co-ordinate 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;
• Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of Academics, Fundraising, Finance, Planning and Development; Research and Partnerships; and
• Play a key role in the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with government/ regulatory agencies and other local/ international institutions of higher learning.

Requirements:

Academic Leadership

• Be a holder of an earned PhD from a recognized university at the level of at least Associate Professor;
• Have at least ten (10) years of academic and research experience in a senior leadership role in an academic institution or research organisation.
• Should have published in internationally recognized peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialisation
• Have general 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;

Management and Leadership

• Should have served substantively with demonstrable results at least as a Principal of a Constituent University College or as a Deputy Vice-Chancellor of a university, or in other similar institutions at comparable levels;
• Have good understanding of government procedures and legal requirements governing financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and Kenya Vision 2030, human resource management, procurement and asset disposal;
• Be a leader with proven ability to plan, develop and implement academic programmes and develop strategic institutional linkages;
• Must demonstrate effective communication, persuasive and interpersonal skills, as well as strategic, logical, sound decision making ability;
• Have demonstrated ability to network, fundraise and mobilise resources that will be central to the development of the university;
• Possess strong strategic planning and ChangeManagement skills; and
• Comply with the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor

 
(Academic and Research)

Ref: LU/AD/16/2013

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Research) will be in charge of the Academic Division and will oversee the Research and Academic programmes.

Working under the general direction of the Vice-Chancellor the successful applicant shall:-

• Have the overall responsibility of direction, organisation and administration of learning and research programmes in the University.
• Ensure that the University Senate is properly advised in the development of learning and research programmes in conformity to ethical standards and legally recognized professional bodies.
• Ensure effective accountability to the Vice-Chancellor for the proper management of the Academic and Research Divisions.
• Responsible for promoting and co-ordinating research, scientific publications, innovation, extension and technology transfer to industry and business community.
• Mobilise and solicit financial support for research
• Maintain collaboration and linkages with both local and international institutions of higher learning for academic, research and innovation programmes.
• Co-ordinate workshops and seminars on outreach programmes and technology transfer.

Qualifications and Experience

The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:-

• Be at least an Associate Professor of a recognized University with an earned Ph.D.
• Have at least 6 years of experience of academic and research experience in a leadership role in an academic or research institution;
• Have capacity to promote learning and research in a competitive environment;
• Have ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate learning and research functions;
• Demonstrable research and academic leadership;
• Knowledgeable in strategic planning in research and educational development;
• Proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a university;
• Knowledgeable of national laws and policies in education;
• High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism;
• Should have published widely in internationally refereed journals; and
• Show evidence of attracting research grants/ funds.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor

 
(Administration, Finance and Development) 

Ref: LU/AD/17/2013

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Development) will be in-charge of the Administration, Finance and Development divisions of the University.

Working under the general direction of the Vice-Chancellor the successful applicant shall:-

• Have the overall responsibility of direction and organization of the Division of Administration, Finance and Development.
• Be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the general conduct and discipline of staff.
• Ensure that the University Management is properly and promptly advised to comply with all statutory and legal requirements currently in force.
• Ensure effective accountability to the Vice-Chancellor for the proper management of the University.
• Ensure sound financial controls.
• Ensure timely preparation and implementation of the University’s budget estimates and operational budget.

Qualifications and Experiences

The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Be at least an Associate Professor of a recognized University with an earned Ph.D.;
• At least 6 years of experience in senior academic and management positions (at the level of Senior Lecturer and above);
• Leadership experience in a modern university environment;
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate the Administrative, Finance and Development functions in the University;
• Knowledge of strategic planning in education development;
• Proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a university;
• Knowledge of national laws and policies in education;
• Be of the high ethical standards;
• Be conversant with financial planning and accounting; and
• Demonstrated ability to attract funds to the university.

Candidates who possess additional professional qualifications such as MBA, CPA/CPS or other recognized professional qualifications in administration, management and finance will have added advantage.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• Successful candidates for the three positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
• The appointment will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further period of five years subject to satisfactory performance.
• Applicants should submit a 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 and telephone contacts.
• They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
• Ten (10) copies of the application and referees’ confidential reports on the applicants’ suitability for the posts should be sent via registered mail or courier in an envelope marked with the Reference number on the left hand side of the envelope” and sent to the under-signed to be received on or before Thursday, 11th April 2013

The Chairman,
Laikipia University Council,
P.O. Box 1100-20300,
Nyahururu, Kenya

Email: councilchairman@laikipia.ac.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Laikipia University is an equal opportunity employer.