The idea of establishing the Great Lakes University of Kisumu originated in the Tropical Institute of Community Health and Development (TICH) in Africa, which spearheaded the application for authority to operate as a university. The establishment of TICH was inspired by a number of sources expressing the need for a formal course in Community Based Health ...
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Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics, Student Affairs & Research
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationPhD/Fellowship
- Experience10 years
- LocationKisumu
- Job FieldEducation / Teaching 
Applications are therefore invited from qualified candidates all across the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Shall be the head of the Academics in the University and ensure efficient coordination of learning programme. which includes planning for academic programmes, preparation of curricular and their regulations, timetables, examinations certificates, transcripts, graduations, student attachments and internships;
- Ensure the Academic Calendar and the Academic Almanac are published and communicated to all students and staff.
- Participate in the academic staff recruitment, training and appraisal;
- Ensure all academic programme offered in the University are accredited by the Commission for University Education.
- Create an environment that handles student’s affairs, which include admissions and students’ records, student welfare (recreational, health, sports and games, student mentoring services), student council and student discipline.
- Coordinate academic partnerships and linkages with other universities and institutions of higher learning.
- Enhance research infrastructure, development and formulation of appropriate research policies and logistical support for research at all levels
- Form strategic alliances with Government, industry, local and international research institutes
- Negotiation and management of Research contracts and consultancies and Perform functions pertaining to Research, Production and Extensions
Qualification & Competencies Required
- Have an earned PhD degree from a University recognized in Kenya
- Be a Professor or Associate Professor of a recognized University in Kenya
- Have at least ten (10) years’ experience in Senior Management positions such as Principal of College/Campus, Dean, Director or equivalent.
- A minimum of eight (8) years spent in a supervisory/leadership role within a institution of higher learning.
- Strategic academic planning, policy development, budgeting, and academic personnel administration in a higher education setting.
- Proven success in leading academic accreditation processes.
- Experience fostering partnerships in the academic industry and the companies/government it serves.
- Capacity to forge and nurture partnerships with private, non-profit, and government entities as well as other institutions of higher education.
- Be a recognized scholar as evidenced by refereed journal publications, university level books as well as project grants and awards.
- Have demonstrated ability to mobilize and solicit for funds including enhancing the revenue base of the university.
- Be familiar with the national education policies and current trends and issues in higher education worldwide;
- Show good understanding of university functions and procedures coupled with a passion of promoting learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation with the highest standards of quality, integrity and professionalism.
- Be registered with, and be an active member of professional associations in the profession (Where applicable)
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Method of Application
Applicants to address Cover letter, CV and testimonials indicating the position applied for to:
Vice Chancellor,
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
P.O Box 2224-40100 Kisumu.
Send via mail to hr@gluk.ac.ke
Email subject line to read the position applied for. Applications to reach us by Tuesday, 31st December 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. using the position as subject of email.
