About KCA University
KCA University is renowned for offering unique and exciting programmes, with an emerging reputation as a comprehensive business university that delivers innovation to aid and delight its customers.
The University seeks to
recruit a highly motivated, innovative and committed candidate to fill the
position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Finance
and Administration.
This is a senior position
within the University’s management structure, and the role holder will be the
Chief Finance and Administration Officer of the University.
Main Purpose of the
Position
Reporting to the
Vice-Chancellor/CEO, the DVC Finance & Administration will be responsible
for the development and implementation of sound financial and administrative
policies and strategies that ensure the financial and administrative strength
the University needs to realize its mission and objectives.
The job holder will work
closely with the VC/CEO and other top management members in setting the
strategic direction of the University and will be instrumental in delivering
the University’s annual business plan.
Key Responsibilities
The Successful candidate
role holder will be expected to:
- Provide
leadership, guidance, coordination and direction to the departments within
the division — Finance, Human Resources, Administration and ICT
- Develop and
implement all procurement, fiscal, human resource, administrative policies
and appropriate procedures to ensure common understanding of the
performance of duties and responsibilities and their alignment to the
University’s strategic plan
- Coordinate
preparation of financial statements, budgets, reports and special analysis
for presentation to University’s management and Governing Council for
approval
- Liaise with
financial institutions such as banks and insurance companies, relevant
government offices, suppliers, creditors, students, staff and faculty, on
various management and technical issues
- Advise the
Vice Chancellor and Management Board on financial matters of the
University
- Coordinate
the design, implementation, maintenance and development of appropriate
human resources policies, procedures and systems that attract, develop and
retain qualified and experienced human resources
- Ensure the
development, deployment and support of an ICT strategy throughout the
organization, with due
consideration
of all management, student, academic and administrative needs
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience
The candidate should
possess the following qualifications and experience:
- A PhD earned
from a recognised /Chartered University
- At
least 10 years’ progressive experience in a senior university
leadership/management position e.g., Head of Department, Dean of Faculty,
Principal/Director of a University College
- Professional
Management and/or accounting qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA finalist
will be an added advantage
Competencies and Attributes
The role requires
individuals who can demonstrate a track record of:
- Working at
Board level and with external stakeholders
- Leading
strategic projects
- Driving
change
- Developing
and managing teams to deliver excellence and to achieve objectives
- Bringing
about constant improvement and efficiencies
- Academic
excellence with publications in refereed forums
The
desired candidate must demonstrate strong leadership skills, knowledge and
experience of strategic planning and strategic thinking and should be a person
of high integrity and professionalism.
Additional details on the
required competencies and work relationships are available at the University’s
website (www.kca.ac.ke).
The post of Deputy
Vice-Chancellor is subject to a five-year term contract, which may be renewed
on the basis of satisfactory performance.
It carries a competitive
remuneration package.
Interested applicants
should forward applications including a detailed CV, names of at least three
referees, contact address, current telephone numbers, current and expected
salary and benefits by email only to kcajobs@ke.rsmashvir.com to be received by
Friday 17th August 2012 at 5.00 pm.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KCA University is an Equal
Opportunity Employer
