Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Administration, Planning and Finance (DVC APF)

Duties and Responsibilities 

The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Planning and Finance will be the principal assistant to the Vice Chancellor in the day to day running of the Administration, Planning, Development and Finance functions of the University. His/her responsibility will include:

• Providing vision and leadership for all University administrative activities and  strategic planning, including oversight of the administrative and development  budget;
• Resource mobilization including fundraising and developing partnership with  donors;
• Implement procurement, financial control policies and procedures to ensure  effective performance and delivery of services;
• Coordinate the design, implementation, revision and evaluation of the  University’s strategic plan;
• Develop appropriate procedures and ensure compliance with all statutory and  legal requirements in general administration and finance within the University;
• Develop systems and procedures to attract, develop and retain qualified and  experienced staff, manage the appraisal system and ensure good work ethos and  adherence to KeMU’s code of conduct;
• Develop and oversee the implementation of the University plans and budget;
• Manage the University Performance Contracting function;
• Prudently and soundly administer the University finances;
• Take charge of Human Resource Management;
• Manage catering and accommodation services;
• Ensure provision of healthcare services for staff and students;
• Manage Central Estates and Transport services;
• Coordinate and oversight other non-fee income generating activities;
• Ensure satisfactory customer experience;
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Vice Chancellor from time to time.
  Requirements 

The suitable candidate should meet the following requirements and experience:

• Be a holder of an earned PhD from an accredited and recognized university.
• At least ten years’ experience in a senior academic and management position at  university level, or with proven experience in executive leadership position in an  institution of comparable status.
• Proven record of resource mobilization and financial management.
• Evidence of professional training in leadership, management and governance.
• Experience in institutional leadership that will spearhead the realization of the  University Vision.
• Have a successful track record in the management of financial, human and physical Resources at top management level.
• Demonstrate evidence of outstanding communication ability, coupled with  excellent presentation skills.
• Conversant with national laws, policies in education and National and International Visions.
• Demonstrate a high degree of result-oriented performance characterized by  foresight, strategic thinking and service delivery.
• Proven experience in change management and transformation of ideas into desired outcomes.
• Be of the highest ethical standards and professionalism in line with Chapter VI of  the Kenya Constitution

Interested candidates should send three (3) hard copies and a soft copy of their application, accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID card or passport, and any other relevant testimonials. 

Three hard copies marked as per the position should be sent to: 

The Vice Chancellor

Kenya Methodist University

P. O. Box 267 – 60200

MERU, KENYA

An electronic copy in PDF format to the Vice Chancellor through email address application.[email protected] To be received on or before 24th March 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be 

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