Job
Title: Deputy
Vice-Chancellor (Academic- Affairs)
Title: Deputy
Vice-Chancellor (Academic- Affairs)
Organization: Makerere
University (MUK)
University (MUK)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
About US:
Makerere University
is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the
leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.
is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the
leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.
Job Summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic- Affairs)
will be responsible for the Academic Affairs of the University. He or She will,
in the absence of the Vice-Chancellor, perform the functions of the
Vice-Chancellor and such other functions as may be delegated to him or her by
the Vice Chancellor and the University Council.
will be responsible for the Academic Affairs of the University. He or She will,
in the absence of the Vice-Chancellor, perform the functions of the
Vice-Chancellor and such other functions as may be delegated to him or her by
the Vice Chancellor and the University Council.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the Academic Affairs of the University;
- Deputize the Vice Chancellor;
- Oversee programmes and policies that promote academic excellence at
the University; - Ensure quality of academic programmes;
- Oversee proper planning and coordination of undergraduate and
postgraduate academic programmes; - Coordinate curriculum development;
- Ensure optimal utilization of teaching, research and library
facilities; and - Perform any other function as may be delegated by the
Vice-Chancellor or assigned by the University Council.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a PhD or other academic Doctorate;
- Be at the level of at least Associate Professor in an institution
whose academic ranking is comparable with Makerere University; - The incumbent must have senior managerial and leadership experience
of five - Five years of experience obtained from reputable academic
institutions. - Teaching in a reputable University for at least 10 years;
- Supervision of at least 8 masters students in a reputable academic
institution comparable to Makerere University, to completion; - Be a Ugandan Citizen;
- Must be of high integrity and have a good track record.
- At least 10 reputable peer reviewed publications;
- Capacity to prepare grant winning proposals;
- International recognition and networks in areas of specialization;
- Age: Between 40 –
65 years
Administrative
Attributes/Competencies:
Attributes/Competencies:
- High level of Maturity
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and competencies;
- Demonstrate evidence of negotiation skills;
- Excellent communication skills and public relations;
- Demonstrate evidence of ability to understand and manage the
teaching and learning processes; - Demonstrate evidence of team leadership;
- Proven ability to handle the staff and student community;
- Knowledge of laws and policies governing Higher Education in Uganda;
Financial
Attributes/Competencies;
Attributes/Competencies;
- Ability to comprehend and implement the Strategic Plan of the
University; - Evidence of capacity to mobilise and manage financial resources;
- Evidence of experience in planning and budgeting.
How to Apply:
Candidates who are
interested in any of the above positions are invited to submit their
applications together with the following:
interested in any of the above positions are invited to submit their
applications together with the following:
- A letter of motivation;
- Detailed and updated curriculum vitae signed and dated by the
candidate; - A written statement of interest not exceeding 1000 words about the
candidate’s vision for a competitive university in the 21st Century; - Names and addresses of three (3) referees who should forward their
reports directly to the Academic Registrar, Makerere University under
Confidential Cover. Referees should attest to the candidate’s high
academic credentials, managerial and financial capacity and integrity; - Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates; and
- Certified copies of the applicant’s birth certificates or the bio
data page of their Passports or National Identity card. - Sealed applications should be forwarded under confidential cover and
reach the Office of the Academic Registrar.
The envelopes should
be clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR POSITION OF DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR
(ACADEMIC AFFAIRS) or DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION)”
on the top right corner. Candidates should apply for ONE POSITION ONLY.
be clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR POSITION OF DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR
(ACADEMIC AFFAIRS) or DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION)”
on the top right corner. Candidates should apply for ONE POSITION ONLY.
Applications sent by
electronic media (e-mail) to [email protected] will also be
accepted, provided the application has been duly signed and scanned. Incomplete
applications and or applications received after the closing date and time will
not be considered after the closing date and time.
electronic media (e-mail) to [email protected] will also be
accepted, provided the application has been duly signed and scanned. Incomplete
applications and or applications received after the closing date and time will
not be considered after the closing date and time.
All applications
should be addressed to:
should be addressed to:
The Academic
Registrar
Registrar
Makerere University,
P.O Box 7062,
Kampala, Uganda Or
E-Mail: [email protected]
(For Applications Only)
(For Applications Only)
Or hand-delivered:
At the 6th Floor Room 602, Senate Building, Makerere University.
At the 6th Floor Room 602, Senate Building, Makerere University.
Deadline: 15th October 2018
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