University Architect at Moi University

SCALE 14

MU/ADM/01/06/2018

Job Description

The Principal Architect will be the Head the Architectural Section. He/she will be responsible for monitoring of expenditure on the University Building Programmes; the officer will also be in-charge of a number of multidisciplinary working groups employed in the design and construction of various types of University buildings. In addition, the officer will be required to co-ordinate the preparation of forward budget, draft and revised development estimates for development projects. Duties will also entail dealing with policy matters of architectural nature originating from University, University Campuses, research and private consultants, faculties, departments, government ministries; manpower training projections; Council matters, maintenance of discipline and matters relating to the day to day administrative problems of the section. In the absence of the Development Officers, the Principal Architect will be the Head of the entire Development Department.

Qualifications for Architect Serving Officers

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• served in the grade of Senior Architect or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• been in possession of the full professional qualifications including
• registration by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors; of Kenya;
• been a member of a recognized Professional Society;
• a thorough knowledge of computer;
• demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Must have a Masters Degree in Architecture, Urban/Physical Planning or Business Administration
• A PhD would be an added advantage

Qualifications for Architect Direct Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• must have served in the Government or a large professional organization for a minimum period of (12) years.
• Should have a masters degree in any Architectural disciplines
• Must be registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors
• Be a member of a recognized Professional Society
• Be computer literate in relevant packages (Auto card)
• PhD would be an added advantage

Also the officer at this Grade must meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by providing relevant certificates from the following bodies:-

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Criminal Investigations Department
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Credit Reference Bureau
• Relevant professional body