Vice-Choncellor
Kisii
University became the thirteenth Public University in Kenya following
the award of charter on 6th February, 2013 under the Universities Act,
2012.
The institution was
established in 1965 as a Primary Teachers’ Training College. In 1983 it
was upgraded to a Secondary Teachers’ College to offer Diploma
programmes.
he Government of Kenya
mandated Egerton University to take over the institution as its Campus
in 1994. On 23rd August, 2007 Kisii University College was established
through a Government Legal Notice No. 163 of 2007.
The mission of
the University is to train human resource that meets the development
needs of the country and the international labour market, sustain
production of quality research; disseminate knowledge, skills and
competencies for the advancement of humanity.
When the institution was elevated to a University College status in 2007, it had only one faculty with less than 300 students.
To date, enrolment has increased to 9,200 students, spread across six faculties.
This number is projected
to increase to over 15,000 by the year 2015. Similarly, the number of
academic programmes has increased to over 40 compared to two degree
programmes in 2007.
The institution had also
one Campus in 2007 compared to the current five. All these are
positively contributing towards the attainment of Vision 2030.
The University has since 2007 made major strides in the development of key infrastructure.
To date, key projects
that have been completed, include an ultra-modern library with a sitting
capacity of 3000 users, two blocks of hostels, three blocks of lecture
rooms and one block of offices.
Ongoing projects, include two blocks of hostels, ultra-modern ICT learning and business centre, lecture halls and theatres.
Having
attained the charter, Kisii University plans to strategically position
itself towards training high level human resource that meets the
development needs of the country and the international labour market,
sustain the production of quality research; disseminate knowledge,
skills, innovations and competencies for the advancement of humanity.
Towards this end, Kisii
University aims at establishing a strong quality management system that
will ensure efficient and effective running of its operations.
Thus, hiring policies and processes will be used to acquire the best personnel for the University.
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 therefore be responsible for the implementation of Council
resolutions.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide strategic leadership and focused direction to the University;
- Strategically position and effectively represent the University nationally, regionally and internationally;
- Be the academic and administrative head of the University;
- Have overall responsibility on the strategic direction, organization and the administration of the programmes of the University;
- Coordinate the
planning, designing, development and implementation of academic and
administrative policies and regulations of the University in accordance
with the University’s Master and the Strategic plans;
- Maintain efficiency,
tranquility and good order of the University and ensure proper
enforcement of the University charter, statutes and regulations;
- Provide innovative, creative and pro-active leadership in the areas of Finance, Planning and Development;
- Play a key role in
the facilitation and maintenance of collaboration and linkages with
government/regulatory agencies and other local/international
institutions of higher learning.
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:-
- Be a holder of an earned PhD from a reputable university and should be a full Professor.
- Should have been
actively engaged in research as evidenced by publications in
internationally recognized peer reviewed journals, book authorship and
postgraduate supervision in their areas of specialization.
- Have at least ten
(10) years of academic and research experience at senior level and
demonstrated leadership skills in an academic and/or research
institution;
- Should have served
substantively with demonstrable results at least as a Principal of
Constituent University College or as Deputy Vice-Chancellor of a Public
University;
- Have excellent
understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic
planning and Vision 2030, human resource management, procurement and
asset disposal legal requirements;
- Have excellent understanding of the current initiatives and trends in University education and training in Kenya and globally.
- Have a broad
awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of
University education in Kenya and the world at large;
- Be a leader with
potential to plan, develop and implement niche driven academic
programmes and develop strategic institutional linkages;
- Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
- Must have rendered
distinguished extension service to the community and should have
participated in corporate social responsibility initiatives by way of
projects initiated by the institution through his/her leadership.
- Be registered with and be an active member of internationally recognized professional associations in his/her profession;
- Having clear
understanding and demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and
resource mobilization will be an added advantage.
- Be of highest ethical
standards, integrity, accountability and professionalism and comply
with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Terms and Conditions of Service
The
successful candidate 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 on a contractual basis for a period of five (5) years, and will
be renewable for a further one-term subject to satisfactory
performance.
Applicants should submit ten (10) copies of detailed
Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional
experience, academic leadership, publications,
awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and
linkages), copies of certificates, research publications, e-mail
addresses, telephone contacts.They should also provide names, telephone
numbers and contact addresses of three reputable 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,
Kisii University Council
P.O Box 408-40200, KISII
Email: council@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke
Website: www.kisiiuniversity.ac.ke
Kisii University is an equal opportunity employer.
