Deputy Vice Chancellor Planning Administration, And Finance

7 days ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Eagle HR Consultants Full time

REQUIREMENTS:

For appointment to the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, Finance and Planning, the applicant must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a holder of an earned PhD from a recognized University;
  • Demonstrate at least eight 8 years hands-on academic and research experience at senior management level, and possess demonstrated capacity for leadership in an academic and/or research institution.
  • Possess an outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced by peer-referred journal publications and university-level books or book chapters;
  • Have demonstrable ability and leadership skills to effectively co-ordinate the administration, finance and planning functions in the University;
  • Possess demonstrable knowledge of and experience in strategic planning and implementation of physical and human resource development functions;
  • Have demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource mobilization in an academic/research institution;
  • Have thorough knowledge of current national, regional and global trends in the development and provision of higher education;
  • Comply with the requirements of Chapter Six 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity.
  • Must be able to articulate Islamic values in all aspects of the University Management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The following core competencies and skills will be required for the position of the Vice Chancellor:

  • Ability to portray and uphold a positive international image and work in multicultural, multiracial and multiethnic environments with sensitivity to and respect for diversity.
  • Being a visionary, result-oriented thinker and transformative leader.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Capacity to work under pressure to meet tight and strict deadlines.
  • Logical and sound decision-making abilities within the context of a dynamic environment;
  • Creativity and innovation abilities with a strong implementation, monitoring and evaluation focus;
  • Competence and experience in negotiation and conflict resolution skills; and
  • Firm, fair and transparent management style.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide strategic leadership in the areas of planning, administration, and finance.
  • Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures to enhance the University's administrative, financial, and planning operations.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and excellence in the University's management.
  • Lead the development and implementation of the University's strategic plan.
  • Ensure alignment of the University's strategic initiatives with its mission, vision, and goals.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of strategic plans and initiatives.
  • Oversee the University's financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes.
  • Ensure sound financial management and accountability in line with best practices.
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including networking, fundraising, and resource mobilization.
  • Coordinate the University's administrative functions to ensure efficient and effective operations.
  • Develop and implement human resource strategies to support staff development and performance.
  • Oversee the management of physical resources, including facilities and infrastructure.
  • Support the academic and research missions of the University through effective planning and resource allocation.
  • Foster an environment conducive to high-quality teaching, learning, and research.
  • Ensure compliance with academic and research standards, policies, and regulations.

  • Deputy Vice Chancellor at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Presbyterian University of East Africa Full time

    The Presbyterian University of East Africa (PUEA) is a private university founded in 2007 by the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA). The University is registered with the Commission for University Education (CUE).JOB SUMMARYThe successful candidates will be responsible for Academic and student Affairs as well as Administrative and Finance...

  • Vice Chancellor at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Methodist University Full time

    SummaryThis is a contract role for a Vice Chancellor at Kenya Methodist University. The Vice-Chancellor will be responsible for overseeing the university's academic programs, leading and managing the faculties and staff members, developing and implementing university policies and strategies, ensuring academic quality and integrity, and representing the...

  • Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United States International University - Africa Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYUnited States International University - Africa, also known as USIU Africa, is a private university in Kenya, the largest economy in the East African Community. It is one of the best universities in Africa. It is accredited by the Commission for Higher Education (CHE) in Kenya.JOB SUMMARYReporting to the Vice Chancellor, this is a 3-year...

  • Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United States International University - Africa Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYUnited States International University - Africa, also known as USIU Africa, is a private university in Kenya, the largest economy in the East African Community. It is one of the best universities in Africa. It is accredited by the Commission for Higher Education (CHE) in Kenya.JOB SUMMARYReporting to the Vice Chancellor, this is a 3-year...

  • Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance

    1 week ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United States International University - USIU Africa Full time

    United States International University - Africa is located in the Kasarani area, off Thika Road in the suburb of Kenya's capital city of Nairobi. The university is an independent, not-for-profit institution serving 6512 students representing 69 nationalities.Job SummaryReporting to the Vice Chancellor, this is a 3-year Fixed Term Contract whose role provides...

  • Finance Officer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya University of Eldoret Full time

    The University of Eldoret is situated approximately nine (9) kilometres along the Eldoret-Ziwa road from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu County. It was founded in 1946 by the white settlers as a Large Scale Farmers Training Centre. In 1984, it was converted to a teachers' training college and renamed Moi Teachers' Training College to offer Diploma Science Teachers...

  • Deputy Chief Legal Officer at

    1 week ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Full time

    Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) is situated Bondo Town within Siaya County on Bondo Usenge Road. JOOUST is the successor of Bondo University College (BUC) which was established by the Government of Kenya as a Constituent College of Maseno University through a Legal Order No. 56 of 11th May 2009.Deputy Chief Legal Officer...

  • Registrar (Administration) at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya University of Eldoret Full time

    The University of Eldoret is situated approximately nine (9) kilometres along the Eldoret-Ziwa road from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu County. It was founded in 1946 by the white settlers as a Large Scale Farmers Training Centre. In 1984, it was converted to a teachers' training college and renamed Moi Teachers' Training College to offer Diploma Science Teachers...

  • Finance Officer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology Full time

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is situated in Juja, 36 kilometres North East of Nairobi, along Nairobi-Thika Highway. It was started in 1981 as a Middle Level College (Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)) by the Government of Kenya with the generous assistance from the Japanese...

  • Chief Finance Officer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Moi University Full time

    Moi University is committed to providing quality education and services that meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders through quality and relevant teaching, research and community service and outreachRef. MU/ADM/01/4/2024The Chief Finance Officer shall, under the general direction of the Vice-Chancellor, be the technical person responsible for the...

  • Deputy Chief Procurement Officer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology (MMUST) Full time

    Job PurposeThis position is responsible for the implementation of strategies, policies and manuals in the University's Supply Chain Management function in accordance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA), 2015 and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations (PPADR), 2020.Responsibilities Coordinating development and implementation...

  • Head Procurement at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenyatta University Full time

    Kenyatta University, is a multi-campus public university in Kenya. As of October 2014, it was one of twenty three public universities in the countrySummaryReporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance) the Head Procurement will oversee, coordinate and provide procurement and supply chain management services, and advise the management in...

  • Registrar (Admin & Finance) at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology Full time

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is situated in Juja, 36 kilometres North East of Nairobi, along Nairobi-Thika Highway. It was started in 1981 as a Middle Level College (Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)) by the Government of Kenya with the generous assistance from the Japanese...

  • University Librarian at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya University of Eldoret Full time

    The University of Eldoret is situated approximately nine (9) kilometres along the Eldoret-Ziwa road from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu County. It was founded in 1946 by the white settlers as a Large Scale Farmers Training Centre. In 1984, it was converted to a teachers' training college and renamed Moi Teachers' Training College to offer Diploma Science Teachers...

  • Deputy Internal Auditor

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Moi University Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYMoi University was established in 1984 by an Act of Parliament (Moi University Act, 1984) as the second public university in Kenya. This was on the recommendation of a Presidential Working Party, chaired by Prof. Collins B. Mackay, which had collected views from Kenyans about the desirability of the same. Courtesy of his deep and altruistic...

  • Lecturer - Department of Adult, Child & Mental Health Nursing

    1 week ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Moi University Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYMoi University was established in 1984 by an Act of Parliament (Moi University Act, 1984) as the second public university in Kenya. This was on the recommendation of a Presidential Working Party, chaired by Prof. Collins B. Mackay, which had collected views from Kenyans about the desirability of the same. Courtesy of his deep and altruistic...

  • University Registrar at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Presbyterian University of East Africa Full time

    The Presbyterian University of East Africa (PUEA) is a private university founded in 2007 by the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA). The University is registered with the Commission for University Education (CUE).REFERENCE NUMBER:PUEA/REG/27/02/24JOB SUMMARY:The successful candidates will be responsible for academic and student Affairs as well as...

  • University Librarian at

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Moi University Full time

    Moi University is committed to providing quality education and services that meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders through quality and relevant teaching, research and community service and outreach.Ref. MU/AC/01/3/2024SummaryThe University Librarian shall, under the general direction of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Research,...

  • University Librarian at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Moi University Full time

    Moi University is committed to providing quality education and services that meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders through quality and relevant teaching, research and community service and outreach.Ref. MU/AC/01/3/2024SummaryThe University Librarian shall, under the general direction of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Research,...

  • Internal Auditor at

    1 week ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Africa International University Full time

    Africa International University is a chartered Christian university. It was started as Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (NEGST) in 1983 by the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA). The goal was to provide training for pastors beyond the basic certificate and diploma levels.Job Purpose:To establish and implement the internal audit...