Deputy Vice– Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Planning) at Laikipia University

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

• have an earned PhD degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• be at least an Associate Professor in a recognized university;
• have at least eight (8) years of progressive experience in a senior university leadership/management position such as Dean of a School/Deputy Principal/Principal of a Constituent College/Deputy Vice-Chancellor;
• have demonstrable leadership in an academic and /or research institution, having served substantively with measurable results in senior administrative position or leadership of comparable levels in other similar institutions;
• have demonstrable competence in leadership in an academic/research environment;
• be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journal publications, University level books as well as project grants and awards;
• have demonstrated ability to mobilize and solicit for funds including enhancing the revenue base of the university;
• be familiar with the national education policies and current trends in higher education worldwide;
• have excellent and proven organizational, communication and interpersonal skills;
• show good understanding of University functions and procedures coupled with a passion of promoting learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation with thehighest standards of quality, integrity and professionalism;
• demonstrate ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the planning, finance and administration functions in a University environment;
• be registered with and be an active member of professional associations in the profession (Where applicable); and
• fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution, 2010;

NOTE: candidates with qualifications such as MBA, CPA/CPS or other relevant recognized professional qualifications in administration management and finance will have added advantage.

Core competences
The following competences and skills will be required:

• visionary and a result oriented leader;
• ability to work with minimum supervision to meet strict deadlines;
• sensitive to and respect for diversity to uphold a positive national image;
• firm, fair, accountable and transparenct in the conduct of duty;
• demonstrate organizational communication and interpersonal skills;
• an entrepreneurial acumen and a supportive attitude to innovations and emerging technologies; and
• creative and innovative ability to bring about change for the sustainable growth of the University.

Duties and responsibilities

• The Deputy Vice-Chancelor (Administration Finance and Planning) will be reportig to the Vice-Chancellor for the overall responsibility of direction, organization and administration of the division of Administration, Finance and Planning. Specific duties will include: 
• effectively co-ordinating the Administrative, Finance and Planning functions in the University;
• management of staff welfare and personal matters, and the general conduct and discipline of staff;
• ensuring that the University Management is properly and promptly advised ad comply with all statutory and legal requirements currently in force;
• ensuring effective accountability to the Vice-Chancellor for the proper management of the university;
• ensuring sound financial controls;
• ensuring timely preparation and implementation of the University’s budget estimates and operational budget;
• guiding in strategic planning in education development; 
• working with the Deputy Vice-chancellor (Academic and Research), to promote learning, teaching, research and development in the University; and
• perform such other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the Vice-Chancellor in accordance Statute III (11).