Openings at Meru University of Science and Technology

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Corporation Secretary and Head of Legal Affairs shall:

1. Ensure the University compliance with Statutes, Charter, Regulations and Procedures;
2. Provide timely advise to the University Council and Management on legal matters and monitoring the compliance of the University with various applicable regulations;
3. Draft and review agreements, grants, awards, and contracts;
4. Oversee the legal management of the University Intellectual Property and other assets including land;
5. Maintain custody of the University’s seal and council documents;
6. Oversee preparation and review of the University’s legal policies and practices including the University Statutes and the Charter;
7. Identify, forecast and mitigate legal risks as well as developing remedial plans;
8. Manage the University’s litigation portfolio, developing case strategy and reviewing progress on ongoing litigation;
9. Assist the Chairperson in organizing Council calendar, preparing agenda, issuing notices and preparing for meetings, board evaluations and board development programs;
10. Ensuring that the minutes of the Council and Council committees are correctly, promptly prepared and circulated;
11. Assist the Council in carrying out Council induction and training, Updating university statutes and charters, Preparation of Council work plans, Council evaluation, Governance audit, Implementation of the Code of Conduct and Ethics;
12. Act as the Council Secretary.

For appointment to this Position applicant must have:

1. Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized University;
2. Master’s Degree (LLM) from a recognized University. PhD degree will be an added advantage;
3. Has over 12 years’ experience of which 3 years served as Chief Legal Officer Grade 14 or in a similar comparable position;
4. Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law;
5. Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and in good standing;
6. A valid practicing certificate from Law Society of Kenya;
7. Certified Public Secretary (K) and a member of Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya (ICS) in good standing;
8. Evidence of recent training certificate in Leadership and Governance;
9. Be of highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES:
The following skills and competencies will be required:  

1. Be digital literate and conversant with computer online platform and applications;
2. Ability to develop short and long term operational plans;
3. Firm, fair and transparent style of leadership;
4. Experience in preparing Executive briefs and reports;
5. Be highly motivated and self-driven;
6. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
8. Possess Analytical, Planning, Negotiation and Leadership skills;
9. Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting and be a team player/leader.

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Duties and responsibilities

• Lead Talent Acquisition and Management including staff recruitment, training and development, performance appraisals, promotions, benefits and discipline;
• Develop Human Resource policies and strategies for the University within the framework of Industrial and Labor Laws of Kenya as well as international Human Resource Management principles;
• Ensure planning for all Human Resources required in the University in collaboration and coordination with other heads of departments;
• Coordinate all the Human Resource functions within the established policies and procedures;
• Regularly review the staff establishment and submit recommendations on gaps identified and make necessary adjustments in order to attract, motivate and retain competent staff;
• Perform annual Human Resource audits and provide feedback on progress and achievement of the human resource management programmes, procedures, processes and services to the University Management Board and the council;
• Preparation of Human Resource update for Council and human capital update for statutory bodies;
• Develop and oversee implementation of a comprehensive framework for effective succession planning management in the University;
• Staff welfare and motivational programmes in the University for all staff;
• Spearhead performance management and training function in the University for Staff Career Development;
• Develop Human Resource work plans, budgets and departmental procurement plans;
• Oversee the evaluation, classification and rating of occupation and job positions in the University for proper placement and compensation;
• Administration and review of terms and conditions of service for all staff;
• Liaise with government agencies such as the Public Service Commission, Salaries and Remuneration Commission and Trade Unions to ensure human resource management and development is in compliance by the University;
• Build a high performance team within the University capable of executing the University Mandate and achieve short, middle and long term goals;
• Conducts Performance management and appraisal of all staff.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For Appointment to this Position, Applicant must:

• Be a holder of Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management. A PhD will be an added advantage;
• Have a minimum of 12 years’ experience of which 3 years served as a Chief Human Resource Officer Grade 14 in a Public University/ Research institution or in a comparable position;
• Be a registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management with a valid practicing license and in professional standing;
• Be experienced in deployment and management of Human Resource Information Management Systems;
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislations professional Human Resource standards and global best practices.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES:
The following skills and competencies will be required: 

• Be digital literate and conversant with computer online platforms and applications;
• Ability to develop short and long term operational plans;
• Firm, fair and transparent style of leadership;
• Experience in preparing Executive briefs and reports;
• Highly motivated and self-driven with desire to make a difference;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communicating skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
• Possess Analytical, Planning, Negotiation and Leadership skills;
• Passionate about creating a conducive working environment for staff that rewards performance culture of an engaged