Kyambogo University has announced the position of Vice Chancellor

Job Title:  Vice Chancellor

Kyambogo University is a public university, established in 2003 following the merger of the former Institute of Teacher Education Kyambogo (ITEK), Uganda Polytechnic Kyambogo (UPK), and Uganda National Institute for Special Education (UNISE). The University Campus is located on Kyambogo Hill in the capital city, Kampala. Kyambogo University is the second largest university in Uganda with more than 25,000 students. Kyambogo University is a unique institution which has adopted an integrated approach to education, focusing on vocationalising education at all levels. The University has embraced the fields of science and technology, humanities, business management and entrepreneurship, education and teacher development as well as special needs education.

Job Summary: The University Vice Chancellor will work in accordance with Section 31 of the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, the Vice Chancellor shall:

• Be responsible for the academic, administrative and financial affairs of the University; and
• In the absence of the Chancellor, preside at ceremonial assemblies of the University and confer degrees and other academic titles and distinctions of the University.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide academic, administrative and financial leadership 1o the whole University and as such shall be responsible to the University Council for maintaining and promoting academic excellence as well as maintaining and promoting efficiency and good order in the University;
• Exercise influence and advocacy on behalf of the University and its interests, through active engagement with internal and external stakeholders;
• Steer the development activities, including fundraising and promotion of the University’s scope and reputation, in Uganda and internationally;
• Lead a team of senior managers, monitor their performance in pursuit of the University’s overall mission and for the fulfillment of policies established by the various governing and legislative bodies;
• Ensure that the management and administration of the University successfully implement the University’s strategic plan and achieve the objectives therein in a timely, inclusive and purposeful manner;
• Steer the academic development of the University, particularly by attracting, motivating and retaining renowned professors and scholars;
• Exercise leadership in mobilizing resources necessary for the implementation of the University plans, policies and programmes and ensure transparent and optimal utilization of available resources;
• Report to the University Council on all matters pertaining to the University;
• Offer academic and research leadership to the University;
• Actively coordinate the development and implementation of policies, plans, and programmes based on the University’s mission, vision and strategic goals.
• Spearhead and coordinate staff and student welfare programmes;
• Represent the University in relevant fora in order to promote and understanding of the University’s mission and strategic interests;
• Reports to Chairperson of the University Council.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the University Council in accordance with the Universities and other Tertiary Institutions Act.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The Vice Chancellor should be a Full Professor or Associate Professor and a holder of an earned PhD or Doctorate degree from a University recognized by the National Council for Higher Education;
• At least ten years’ experience of working, with a high degree of success, in a senior position in a large and complex higher education or research organisation;
• Show commitment to and substantial experience in networking, fundraising/resource mobilisation and participation in development activities, nationally, regionally and internationally;
• Proven experience in playing a leading part in national or international policy-making in higher education;
• Have thorough knowledge of the structural, legislative, and regulatory framework for management of higher education in Uganda;
• Proven management capacity including knowledge of public financial management and strategic people management;
• Be an accomplished scholar with proven track record in formulating and managing academic programmes including supervising and mentoring masters and PhD students;
• Possess an excellent track record of research and publications in peer reviewed journals and/ or monographs and books;
• Demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising and resource mobilisation;

Age: Between 45 and 70 years of age at the time of application.

Personal Competencies:

• Academic credibility, intellectual curiosity and appreciation for the values and culture of the University
• Possess the ability to build a functioning team of senior managers, deans and heads of department
• Ability to portray and uphold a positive institutional and national image
• Being innovative, visionary and a strategic thinker
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Highly assertive, fair and transparent leadership style
• Ability to listen and attend to interests of students
• Proven tolerance for diversity
• Have a high level of accountability, transparency and integrity

How to Apply for the job: 

All interested and qualified persons are invited to submit six (6) copies of their applications together with the following:

• A Detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
• A written statement of interest not exceeding 1000 words about the candidate’s vision for a Kyambogo University in the 21st Century.
• Names and addresses of three referees who should be advised to send reference letters direct to the Director Human Resources under confidential cover.
• Certified copies of the candidate’s academic transcripts and certificates.
• Copies of the candidate’s birth certificate or copies of relevant pages of the passport indicating the candidate’s date of birth.
• Sealed applications marked “CONFIDENTIAL: POSITION OF VICE CHANCELLOR on the top right-hand comer of the envelope must be forwarded or delivered to reach the Director Human Resources on the address indicated below.

The complete applications should be addressed to:

The Director Human Resources

Kyambogo University

Second floor, Administration Building

1. O. Box 1,

Kyambogo, Kampala, Uganda

The electronic applications may be submitted by email to: search@kyu.ac.ug

Deadline: Friday, 19th December 2014 by 04.00 pm East African time.

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