Inoorero University Lecturers, Procurement, Admin Assistant and Library Careers.

Inoorero University wishes to recruit mature, committed and self driven individuals for the following positions:

1) Lecturers in ICT, Business and Law
Overall Purpose of the position
To design, develop and deliver a range of programmes at Certificate, Diploma and Degree level for teaching at Inoorero University, in order to enable students to complete their studies successfully, and to determine,
 
develop and carry out relevant independent research projects to extend knowledge in the appropriate subject area.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Integration

    Promote the vision and mission of the University and implement the University Strategic Plan.
    Contribute to the development of research strategies

Teaching and Learning:

    Design, develop and deliver a range of programmes of study (sometimes for entirely new courses) at various levels.
    Review and update, where necessary, course content on regular basis.
    Develop and apply innovative and appropriate teaching techniques including e-learning and to prepare materials that create interest, understanding and enthusiasm among students
    Ensure that course design, content and delivery comply with quality standards and regulations of the department as well as Universities regulations and the Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy
    Supervise student projects, field trips, attachments and where appropriate, placements
    Set, invigilate, mark and assess assignments, continuous assessment tests (CATs), projects and examination and provide timely feedback to students and the department
    Offer advisory interventions to students on their performance, employment market trends and career development
    Promote the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship and interaction of students with industry partners in learning and innovation.
 
Research:
    Determine relevant research objectives and prepare research proposals
    Identify sources of funding and oversee the process of securing funds
    Carry out independent research towards acquiring higher academic qualifications
    Write or contribute to publications or disseminate research findings using appropriate media

Educational Qualifications:
    PhD or Masters Degree in relevant field

Working Experience:
PhD degree holder:
    Publications in one’s area of specialization and professional qualification relevant to subject area will be an added advantage.

Masters Degree holder:
    At least five years teaching experience at University level, and
    At least three publications in reputable journals or two University level books
 

Technical Skills/Competencies:
    Strategic mindset and ability to put emerging issues in the context of the University mission, vision and strategy
    Ability to conceptualize, design, develop structured, and undertake structured evaluation and review of projects and programme
    Good report and proposal writing and public speaking/presentation skills
    Effective initiative facilitation and team leadership skills
    Structured problem solving
    Ability to continuously monitor and acquire knowledge/market intelligence on relevant industry trends and developments
    Good leadership, coordination, planning and organizational skills
    Proactive, initiative, with good networking, negotiation and collaborative skills
    IT proficiency.

2) Procurement Officer
Overall Purpose of the position
Participate in effective management of the procurement process of the university’s requirements through internal need consolidation, supplier identification, procurement process management and quality assurance in line with the University’s mission

Key Responsibilities:
    Participate in design, reviews and oversee the implementation of procurement policies and procedures
    Participate in planning, directing, and managing the central procurement activities of the institution.
    Liaise with relevant user departments in procurement process of goods and services.
    Ensure that purchased goods meet quality standards and specifications.
    Maintain accurate purchase and stores records.
    Monitor inventory level for office supplies for timely replenishment.
    Analyse quotations and selecting appropriate suppliers.
    Ensure timely dispatch of orders to appropriate suppliers.
    Participate in design the bid evaluation process and where necessary the supplier accreditation system
    Participate in research and evaluation of commodity areas and makes recommendations for standardization and additions to Qualified Products List.
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Accountability areas
    Timely availability of office supplies and services.
    Costs control.
    Accurate records.
    Efficient utilization of supplies.
    Procurement process is well reported and accounted for.

Technical Skills/Competencies:

    Good interpersonal and communication skills
    Integrity.
    Planning and organizational skills.
    Proactive, initiative and good networking skills.

Educational Qualifications

    Bachelor degree in relevant field

Professional Qualification
    Diploma in purchasing and supplies

Working Experience
    3 years of experience in a similar environment.

3) Administrative Assistant
Overall Purpose of the position
Provide administrative support to the Dean and the Chairman of department

Key Responsibilities:
    Provide secretarial services to the Dean’s Office and Departments for efficient running of the offices
    Maintain the Dean’s and Head of Department’s diaries for effective planning and control
    Organize Faculty/Departmental meetings for smooth running
    Process and maintain students and other records for safety, ease of reference, retrieval and issue
    Maintain effective communication between the Faculty/Departments and other stakeholders for mutual understanding and image positioning
    Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
    Making travelling arrangements for staff members
    Screen correspondence for composition, grammatical accuracy, style and factual correctness in accordance with corporate standards.

Technical Skills/Competencies:
    Good interpersonal and communication skills
    Integrity.
    Planning and organizational skills.
    Proactive, initiative and good networking skills.
    IT Proficiency

Educational Qualifications:

    Bachelors Degree in business administration/office management.

Professional Qualifications:

    Secretarial Training.
    IT Proficiency

Working Experience:

    3 Years experience in secretarial duties in a busy organization.

4) Library Assistant
Overall Purpose of the position
Processing accessioning, organising and disseminating relevant and timely information to users

Key Responsibilities:
    Undertake accessioning for effective control and accountability
    Fix book accessories for identification and ease of issue
    Provide reference services to address user needs
    Conduct orientation of users in the library for optimum utilization of library services
    Issue and discharge library materials to satisfy user needs and for control
    File information materials for ease of reference and retrieval
    Shelve library materials for ease of access
    Monitor security in the library and take appropriate action to ensure security of materials
    Register and verify users to ensure that only authorised users access library materials
    Undertake minor library materials repairs to ensure readability
    Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Technical Skills/Competencies:

    Communication skills
    Interpersonal relations
    Organisational skills
    Self driven

Educational Qualifications:
    ‘O’ or “A” level

Professional/Additional Qualification:
    Diploma in Library and Information science
    Relevant Computer skills

Working Experience:
    1 Year experience in a similar environment

How to Apply
You may apply by emailing your CV and application letter, including current and expected remuneration to
 recruitment@iu.ac.ke by 25 November 2011.

Please note that no paper applications will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IU is an equal opportunity employer.

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