Deputy Vice Chancellor - Finance And Administration at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

Qualifications

The suitable candidate should have the following qualifications and experience:
• Be a Professor or Associate Professor of a recognized University with at least 10 years experience in a senior academic and management position or with proven experience in          executive leadership position in an institution of comparable status.
• Proven record of resource mobilization and financial management.
• Evidence of professional training in leadership, management and governance.
• Experience in institutional leadership that will spearhead the realization of the University Vision.
• Have a successful track record in the management of financial, human and physical resources at top management level.
• Demonstrate evidence of outstanding communication ability, coupled with excellent presentation skills.
• Conversant with national laws, policies in education and National and International Visions.
• Demonstrate a high degree of result oriented performance characterized by foresight, strategic thinking and service delivery.
• Proven experience in change management and transformation of ideas into desired outcomes.
• Be of the highest ethical standards and professionalism in line with Chapter VI of the Kenya Constitution
• Be a committed Christian

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration) will be the Principal assistant to the Vice Chancellor in the day to day running of the Finance, Administration, Planning and Development functions of the University. His/her responsibility will include:
• Implement procurement, financial control policies and procedures to ensure effective performance and delivery of services.
• Coordinate the design, implementation, revision and evaluation of the University’s strategic plan.
• Develop appropriate procedures and ensure compliance to all statutory and legal requirements in general administration and finance within the University.
• Develop systems and procedures to attract, develop and retain qualified and experienced staff, manage the appraisal system and ensure good work ethos and adherence to            KeMU’s code of conduct.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of the University plans and budget.
• Prudent and sound administration of the University finances.
• Human Resource Management (Staff recruitment, retention, & Development).
• Catering and accommodation services.
• Ensure provision of healthcare services for staff and students.
• Manage Central Estates and Transport services.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Vice Chancellor from time to time.