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  • Posted: Apr 25, 2018
    Deadline: May 9, 2018
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    MANDATE The core mandate of Machakos University is to Teach, Train, conduct Research, Innovate, Collaborate, generate new knowledge and Community Service. IDENTITY STATEMENT Machakos University is an academic institution committed in transmitting knowledge, skills and attitude through science, Technology and Innovation for the benefit of humanity. VI...
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    Registrar (Research, Innovation And Linkages)

    GRADE 15 (HR/R/RIL/01)

    Main Responsibilities

    • Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Linkages) the Registrar (Research, Innovation and Linkages) will participate in all aspects of planning, development, administration and management of the University research profile as well as in nurturing stakeholder relationships.
    • The position requires strong skills in program reporting and working knowledge of research reporting requirements and planning, implementation and evaluation process.
    • The position serves as the primary liaison with investigators and funding agencies/bodies.
    • In addition, the incumbent serves on advisory committees and interacts on a regular basis with the research community, as well as agencies and institutions in the region, including national research agencies/programs.

    Job description

    • Ensure Administrative functions of the Division of Research, Innovation and Linkages operate efficiently and effectively.
    • Provide administrative support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Linkages) and University Management on the university research profile and research strategic direction.
    • Provide secretarial services to all Senate Committees related to Research, Innovation and Linkages matters.
    • Develop a strong working relationships with researchers, research units and industry/funding agencies.
    • Act as a point of contact for research enquiries and an expeditor in complex research matters.
    • Plan and coordinate research events, and dissemination forums including conferences, meetings, seminars/workshops, etc
    • Produce and provide information and details of research activities to the DVC (RIL) as needed for charting strategic research direction for the university and for general tracking purposes.
    • Monitor progress and results of funded projects and liaison with principal investigators; including preparation of technical and administrative reports;
    • Coordinate all research related contracts and the administration of the contracts
    • Coordinate industry career talks
    • Coordinate establishment of industry/institutional linkages
    • Collect input from researchers, research units and other stakeholders on research issues and generate and manage follow up action.
    • Serve as a resource for researchers in multi-disciplinary research collaborations.
    • Support the development and implementation of research related policies, guidelines and regulation and support implementation of the same.
    • Support interpretation and implementation of national research related policies and regulation to ensure compliance with national research and development agenda.
    • Coordinate activities associated with research performance, records and outputs as required.
    • Generate and collate research related information as basis for institutional reporting.
    • Undertake analysis of research activities to understand past performance and determine present and future performance and resource allocation.
    • Identify emerging best practices in research regulations, monitoring and evaluation structures and supporting implementation of the same with a view of the interest of the University.
    • Production of research reports and analysis and in conjunction with communications units, produce internal and external communication about research at the university.
    • Ensure establishment and sustain close linkages with immediate community.
    • Prepare draft Memoranda of Understanding/Agreements for possible institutional collaboration and maintain and update data bank.
    • Attend to any other duties as assigned by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (RIL).

    Job Requirements

    • Should have earned a Ph.D. degree or its equivalent in either Public Administration, or Human Resource Management or its equivalent, CPS (K) or relevant professional qualification of five (5) years. Must have served at the level of Senior Lecturer or above if from an academic background.

    OR

    • Must have a Master’s degree in relevant field or equivalent professional qualification with fifteen (15) years administrative experience, three (3) years’ experience at Grade 14.
    • OR
    • Must have served for three (3) years as Deputy Registrar or equivalent position.
    • The candidate should be conversant with modem Strategic Management Techniques.

    In addition

    • Must be Computer literate.
    • Member of a recognized professional administration or management body.
    • Experience in a University setting will be an added advantage.

    Method of Application

    Applicants should submit FOUR (4) COPIES of their application letter, updated detailed Curriculum Vitae and academic and professional certificates (including KCSE/KCE/EACE/KACE/EAACE).

    Applicants should attach copies of their latest pays lip and addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees.

    Applications should be sent to:

    Deputy Vice Chancellor (APF)
    Machakos University
    P.O BOX 136-90100
    MACHAKOS

    So as to reach the Deputy Vice Chancellors (APF)S’ office on or before 9th May 2018 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Machakos University is an equal opportunity employer and women, persons with disabilities and people from marginalized regions are encouraged to apply

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