Recruitment of Vice-Chancellor
Institutional Profile
Meru University of
Science & Technology (MUST) was established as a fully-fledged
University in Kenya through the Award of Charter by His Excellency Hon.
Mwai Kibaki on March 1, 2013 in line with the Universities Act, 2012.
The Government of
Kenya established Meru University College of Science & Technology as
a Constituent College of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and
Technology by upgrading Meru College of Technology in 2008.
MUST is situated 15Km from Meru town off Meru-Maua road.
The objective of the
University is to play a leading role in the provision of quality and
relevant University education; establish sustainable research
initiatives that promote societal development; promote the development
of Science, Technology and Innovation; benchmark the University with the
best practices and standards across the world; develop and manage
effective and efficient Human Resources; develop and implement a
responsive service delivery system; and promote equity and access to
University education.
The MUST Council
invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons
with excellent credentials to provide leadership to the institution in
the position of Vice-Chancellor.
Duties and Responsibilities
- The duties and
responsibilities of the Vice-Chancellor shall be as provided in the
Universities Act of 2012, the Meru University Charter and the University
Statutes and shall include the following:-
- Be the Chief Executive of the University;
- 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;
- 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;
- Maintain efficiency and harmony of the University and ensure enforcement of the statutes and regulations;
- Provide innovative
and creative leadership in the areas of Academics, Finance, Planning and
Development; General Administration; Research and partnership;
- Play a key role in
the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with government/regulatory
agencies and other local/ international institutions of higher learning;
- Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the University’s objectives;
Requirements
- Applicants should meet the following requirements;
- Be a holder of an earned Ph.D from a reputable University;
- Be a full professor in a reputable University and in a field of study covered in the programmes of study within the University;
- 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;
- Should have published in internationally recognized peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialization;
- Have sound
understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic
planning and Vision 2030, human resource management, procurement and
asset disposal legal requirements;
- Be a leader with potential to plan, develop and implement academic programmes and develop strategic institutional linkages;
- Have demonstrated
ability to network, fundraise and mobilize resources that will be
central to the development of the University;
- Have excellent understanding of the current trends in university education and training in Kenya and globally;
- Be registered with, and be active members of professional associations in their profession;
- Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
- Be of the highest
ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the
requirements of chapter six of the constitution;
Terms and 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 appointment will
be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further
period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance.
Application procedure
Applicants should
submit ten (10) copies of curriculum vitae (detailing academic
qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership,
publications, awards/scholarships, linkages and community service),
copies of certificates, e-mail addresses, and telephone contacts.
They should also provide names, telephone numbers, and contact addresses of three referees.
Applications and the
referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the
post should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 14th
May, 2013.
The Chairman of Council
Meru University of Science & Technology
P.O. Box 972 - 60200
Meru
Email: info@must.ac.ke
Website: www.must.ac.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Meru University of Science & Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.