PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
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DECLARATION OF VACANCIES
MASENO UNIVERSITY
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35(1)(a) (v) of the Universities Act, 2012
amended through Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act No. 18 of 2018, the
Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to be
considered for appointment to the following position:
DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ACADEMICS AND STUDENTS AFFAIRS) –
ONE (1) (POST)
Basic Salary: Ksh: 416,420 – Ksh 555,800 pm
House Allowance: Ksh: 80,000 pm
Leave Allowance: As provided by the University
Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by the University
Terms of Service: Five (5) year contract renewable once
Subject to satisfactory performance
For appointment to this position, a candidate must: -
(i) be a full Professor with an earned Doctorate degree from a University
recognized in Kenya;
(ii) have at least Ten (10) years of experience in senior management position at a
University or comparable institutions;
(iii) have demonstrable competence in leadership in an academic and / or
research institution, having served with measurable results in senior
management positions such as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Principal/ Deputy
Principal of a Constituent University/Campus College, Director of Campus,
Dean of faculty or any other leadership of comparable levels;
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(iv) be an accomplished scholar with proven track record and demonstrated
evidence in formulation and managing quality academic programs,
publications, attraction of funding and supervision and mentoring of
postgraduate and PhD students;
(v) have a track record of success and performance characterized by visionary and
strategic thought, rapid growth and service delivery as well as translation of
ideas into value outputs;
(vi) be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journal publications,
University level books and project grants and awards;
(vii) have work experience, knowledge and skills in academic administration,
curriculum development and management at a University level;
(viii) demonstrate evidence of outstanding ability to communicate effectively and
good interpersonal skills;
(ix) show good understanding and commitment to the University coupled with a
passion for the promotion of learning and teaching with the highest ethical
standards, integrity and professionalism;
(x) demonstrable knowledge and experience in management of student
governance and welfare;
(xi) have demonstrated evidence of enforcement of quality assurance in academic
programmes at University level;
(xii) have skills, capacity and determination for the promotion of scholarship;
(xiii) demonstrate knowledge and experience in structural, legislative and
regulatory framework for administering University education;
(xiv) have proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development
in a University setting;
(xv) have a good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing
University education and training in Kenya;
Duties and responsibilities
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and Students Affairs) shall report to the Vice-
Chancellor. He/ She shall be head of Academic and Student Affairs Division. Specific
duties and responsibilities will include;
(i) providing leadership in academic and students affairs matters;
(ii) providing leadership in furthering University education as stipulated in
Section 3(1) of the Act;
(iii) owning and leading in the pursuit of the strategic direction adopted by the
University on academic and student's affairs;
(iv) preparing courses, syllabus and regulations; co-ordination of examinations,
admissions and registration of students, and postgraduate studies;
(v) coordinating undergraduate and post graduate studies;
(vi) coordinating student's attachment and linkage with the industry;
(vii) planning and mobilizing teaching resources;
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(viii) continuously assessing programmes for relevant to set guidelines and national
policies.
(ix) promoting the use of modern technology in programme delivery:
(x) ensuring that the academic departments operate effectively and efficiently;
(xi) being the Secretary to the Senate;
(xii) coordinating the implementation of appropriate quality assurance
mechanisms and ensure the conformity of University programmes with
national standards and legal requirements; and
(xiii) undertaking such other responsibility as may be assigned or delegated.
DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ADMINISTRATION, FINANCE AND
DEVELOPMENT) – ONE (1) (POST)
Basic Salary: Ksh: 416,420 – Ksh 555,800 pm
House Allowance: Ksh: 80,000 pm
Leave Allowance: As provided by the University
Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by the University
Terms of Service: Five (5) year contract renewable once
Subject to satisfactory performance
For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
(i) be a full Professor with an earned Doctorate degree from a University recognized
in Kenya;
(ii) have at least Ten (10) years of experience in senior management position at a
University or comparable institutions;
(iii) have demonstrable competence in leadership in an academic and/or research
institution, having served with measurable results in senior management
positions such as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Principal/ Deputy Principal of a
Constituent University/Campus College, Director of Campus, Dean of faculty
or any other leadership of comparable levels;
(iv) demonstrable knowledge and experience in structural, legislative and
regulatory framework for financial, administration and strategic people
management in education and other sectors;
(v) be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journal publications,
University level books as well as project grants and awards;
(vi) have demonstrable ability to mobilize and solicit for funds including
enhancing the revenue base of the University;
(vii) be familiar with the national education policies and current trends in higher
education worldwide;
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(viii) have excellent and proven organizational, persuasive, interpersonal and
effective communication skills to manage complex, diverse stakeholders and
unstable work environment;
(ix) demonstrated high ethical standards, integrity, transparency and
accountability, professionalism, teamwork and stewardship;
(x) have knowledge of national financial laws and policies in management of
higher education.
(xi) demonstrate ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the
planning, finance and administration functions in a University environment;
(xii) have a demonstrable experience in transformative and strategic leadership;
and
(xiii) be registered with and/or be an active member of professional associations
where applicable;
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Development) shall report
to the Vice-Chancellor. His/her responsibilities will include;
(i) providing leadership and direction in the management of University
resources including human, physical, financial and information resources;
(ii) coordinating the preparation of Statutory financial statements and other
management reports;
(iii) advising the Vice-Chancellor and the Management Board on financial status
of the University;
(iv) making proposals for developing and implementing policies and appropriate
procedures to ensure efficient performance management and delivery of
service in the University;
(v) coordinating the training and appraisal of administrative staff;
(vi) preparing and submitting status and review reports on the status of human
resource, procurement and information technology to the Vice-Chancellor
and the Management Board;
(vii) overseeing for transport, estates and general central services;
(viii) coordinating health and well-being services;
(ix) making proposals and coordinating development projects;
(x) being the Secretary to the Management Board.
(xi) undertaking such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated.
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DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (PARTNERSHIP, RESEARCH AND
INNOVATIONS) – ONE (1) (POST)
Basic Salary: Ksh: 416,420 – Ksh 555,800 pm
House Allowance: Ksh: 80,000 pm
Leave Allowance: As provided by the University
Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by the University
Terms of Service: Five (5) year contract renewable once
Subject to satisfactory performance
For appointment to this position, a candidate must:-
(i) be a full Professor with an earned Doctorate degree from a University recognized
in Kenya;
(ii) have at least ten (10) years of experience in Senior Management position at a
University or comparable institutions;
(iii) have demonstrable competence in leadership in an academic and/or research
institution, having served with measurable results in senior management
positions such as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Principal/ Deputy Principal of a
Constituent University/Campus College, Director of Campus, Dean of faculty
or any other leadership of comparable levels;
(iv) be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journals publications,
university level books as well as project grants and awards;
(v) have demonstrable ability to support staff in sourcing research funds and
managing the same for a vibrant and sustained research culture;
(vi) be familiar with the national education policies and current trends in higher
education worldwide;
(vii) have excellent and proven organizational, communication and interpersonal
skills;
(viii) a good understanding of University functions and procedures coupled with a
passion of promoting learning, excellence in teaching, research and
innovation with highest standards of quality, integrity and professionalism;
(ix) demonstrable capacity and determination to initiate and facilitate the
development of relevant and quality market and society driven academic
programmes;
(x) have skills, capacity and determination to initiate and sustain linkages and
networks for the promotion of scholarship;
(xi) be registered with, and/ or be an active member of professional associations
where applicable;
Responsibilities and Responsibilities
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Partnership, Research and Innovations) shall report to
the Vice-Chancellor. His/her responsibilities will include;-
(i) coordinating research, innovation, partnerships, linkages, collaborations and
outreach Services;
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(ii) overseeing the development and implementation of research policy, discovery,
storage an dissemination of knowledge; including indigenous knowledge;
(iii) coordinating publication of journals and books by faculty and students in
refereed journals;
(iv) supervising centers and departments that comprise of the Research,
Innovation and Partnership;
(v) ensuring that the University research performance are proactive, productive,
dynamic and innovative in terms of quality, commercialized products and
services in areas of strength and priority;
(vi) building relationships with industries through local, national and international
research networks to leverage research outcomes and opportunities;
(vii) coordinating management of intellectual property;
(viii) overseeing development of technology and innovation;
(ix) develop proposals for research agenda for the university and oversee its
implementation;
(x) coordinating promotion of rights, culture, ethical behavior, national values
and national interests among the students and faculty in research; and
(xi) undertaking such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated.
INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO NOTE:
1. The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s
website;
2. Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following
documents during the interviews:
a. National Identity Card;
b. Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
c. Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and
d. Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations;
3. Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately to
the address below.
MODE OF APPLICATION
1. Candidates should submit manual (hard copy) applications;
2. All applications should be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae,
a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any
other relevant supporting documents;
3. The Curriculum Vitae should include information on academic qualifications,
professional experience, leadership and management roles, publications,
awards, scholarships, funding, membership of professional association, linkages
and community service, email address and telephone contacts;
4. Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
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“Application for the Position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics, and
Students Affairs) – Maseno University;”
OR
“Application for the Position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance
and Development) - Maseno University;”
OR
“Application for the Position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Partnership, Research
and Innovation) – Maseno University;”
and delivered to:
THE AG. SECRETARY/CEO
Public Service Commission
Commission House
P.O Box 30095-00100
NAIROBI.
All applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 2nd July, 2024
latest by 5.00 p. m (East African Time).
AG. SECRETARY/CEO
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
