Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 15, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
TURKANA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
(A Constituent College of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology)
(Advertisement of 1st June, 2021 and 3rd June, 2021)
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35(1)(a) (v) of the Universities Act, 2012 (Revised 2018), the Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to be considered for appointment to the following position
Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning) (Re-Advertisement) - One (1) Post

Basic Salary: - Ksh.325, 099 - Ksh.490, 729p.m.
House Allowance: - Ksh.76, 934 p.m.
Leave Allowance: - A s provided by the University
Medical Cover &
Other Management Allowances: - A s m a y b e provided by the University
College
Terms of Service: -Five (5) years contract, (Renewable once) subject to satisfactory performance

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
(i) be a Kenyan citizen;
(ii) be a full Professor or Associate Professor and holder of an earned PhD from a reputable university recognized in Kenya;
(iii) have had at least eight (8) years academic and research experience with scholarly record demonstrated by publications in internationally peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialization and supervision of Masters and Doctoral students;
(iv) have served successfully in a management position at the level of a
Chairperson of Department and Dean/Director for an accumulative period of at least 6 years;
(v) have demonstrated ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate planning, finance and administrative functions in a University environment;
(vi) have thorough knowledge of governance, government financial and fiscal policies, public finance management, human resource management, budgeting process, procurement laws, infrastructural development and governing laws;
(vii) demonstrable ability to attract grants and resources for scholarship, research and development;
(viii) be a team player with excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and have a capacity to work effectively with students and stakeholders;
(ix) show good understanding of University functions and procedures coupled with a passion for the promotion of learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation;
(x) have good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing university education training in Kenya;
(xi) be familiar with current national, regional and global trends in provision of university education;
(xii) be a registered member of professional association/s where applicable, and be of good standing; and
(xiii) satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Core competencies:
The following core competencies will be required:
(i) excellent organizational, interpersonal and effective communication skills;
(ii) logical and sound decision-making ability within the context of a dynamic environment;
(iii) creativity and innovation;
(iv) be visionary and result oriented;
(v) be firm, fair, accountable and transparent in the conduct of duties;
(vi) ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic group with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
(vii) ability to initiate, implement, monitor and evaluate academic and research programs and policies; and
(viii) ability to exercise soft power by detecting and dissipating tensions, and by negotiating, mediating and arbitrating conflict

Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Principal, the Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning) will oversee Administration, finance and planning Division of the University College. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
(i) establishing and maintaining workable systems for regular measurement, monitoring and evaluation of performance, quality, relevance and efficiency of
all human resource, rewards management, finance, planning and development programmes;
(ii) providing innovative and creative leadership in the areas of human resource, finance, procurement and physical resource management;
(iii) overseeing the implementation of all sectoral policies and appropriate procedures to ensure efficient performance and delivery of services in the University College in line with the strategic plan;
(iv) coordinating the design, development, implementation and maintenance of appropriate human resource policies, procedures and systems to attract, develop and retain qualified and experienced staff;
(v) mobilizing resources that the university College may need and coordinating the preparation and implementation of the budget, financial statements management reports and ensuring that both annual and medium-term expenditures are consistent with the budget and strategic plan;
(vi) ensuring the development, implementation and review of quality management systems, operational procedures and manuals in the division;
(vii) maintaining efficiency and good order of the university including staff welfare, conduct and discipline and ensuring proper enforcement of the Statutes and Regulations; and
(viii) advising the Principal and Management Board on the University College’s development needs with respect to students’ facilities, infrastructure and human resource requirements.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 96

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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Job application procedure
INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO NOTE:
1. The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s website;
2. Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews:
(a) National Identity Card;
(b) Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts; (c) Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and (d) Clearances from the following bodies:
(i) Kenya Revenue Authority;
(ii) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
(iii) Higher Education Loans Board;
(iv) Any of the Registered Credit Reference Bureaus;
(v) Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance Certificate); and
(e) Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations.
3. Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately to the address below.
MODE OF APPLICATION
1. Candidates may submit manual (hard copy) or electronic (online) applications;
2. All applications should be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents;
3. Scanned copies of these documents must accompany the online application;
4. The Curriculum Vitae should include information on academic qualifications, professional experience, leadership and management roles, publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership of professional association, linkages and community service, email address and telephone contacts;
5. Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:

“Application for the Position of Principal – Turkana University College”
OR
“Application for the position of Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning) – Turkana University College” and delivered to:

THE SECRETARY/CEO
Public Service Commission
Commission House
P. O Box 30095-00100 NAIROBI.

6. Online applications may be submitted via email to: tuc2021@publicservice.go.ke 

NOTE: Those who had applied for these positions earlier need not to re-apply.
All applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 2nd August 2021 latest by 5.00 p.m. (East African Time).


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