Welcome to the South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU). The University is a fully fledged University and is the successor to the South Eastern University College (SEUCO) which was a Constituent College of the University of Nairobi. The University has undergone tremendous growth since inception in 2008. The current student population stands at around 6,000 students. We pride ourselves in having highly qualified teaching staff consisting of Professors and lecturers most of whom have a Ph. D and vast experience in both teaching and research. This ensures that our students are well equipped with knowledge in their areas of study that makes them stand out from the rest. Our focus is producing all round graduates able to contribute to the development of this country. The University is a premier institution of higher learning in the region offering various certificate, diploma and degree programmes. SEKU envisions becoming a World Class University with quality teaching, creative learning, innovative research and strong community outreach. I wish to take this opportunity to invite potential students to study at South Eastern Kenya University.
Job Description/Requirements
South Eastern Kenya University has vacancies in the following Divisions:
ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
REGISTRAR, ADMINISTRATION, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (APD)
- Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Administration, Human Resource Management the Registrar, Administration, Planning and Development will be responsible for the supervision and management of all administrative matters. He/She will also assist the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Finance, Planning and Development on planning and development matters. His/ Her functions shall be to:
- Coordinate the functions of the heads of administrative, planning and development sections in the Division.
- Coordinate the formulation and implementation of policies for the administration, planning and development division.
- Coordinate and prepare annual departmental budgets and procurement plans.
- Ensure adherence to relevant industrial relations matters.
- Handle planning and development projects.
- Formulate and implement annual work plans in the Division to guide employees in day to day operations.
- Participate as a full member of the University’s Management Board and Senate to give advice on the policy guidelines of its functional areas;
- Coordinate the implementation of decisions made in the Management Board and Senate so that there is no misinterpretation;
- Coordinate the development of the University Master Plan in order to prevent haphazard structure development hence ensuring, coordinating, planning and budgeting requirements in order to actualize divisional work plans.
- Coordinate and implement development projects and prepare capital projects for budgeting purposes by the University .
- Participate in and chair committees as appointed by the Vice Chancellor.
- Formulate, negotiate and vet the implementation of performance contracting targets in the division.
- Ensure adherence to ISO and QMS standards and the implementation of performance standards for the division.
- Supervise staff performance in order to maximize staff productivity in the institution.
- Design and conduct surveys to obtain feedback from key stakeholders such as students, staff, alumni, research partners, public and private sector actors in order to ensure relevant services are continued.
- Coordinate facility and infrastructure planning and development to ensure the University’s vision and mission is realized.
- Serve as a member of the research and extension as well as the intellectual property rights committees.
- To perform such other duties as shall be assigned or delegated from time to time.
Requirements for Appointment
- PhD degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Human Resource Management or equivalent from an institution recognized in Kenya.
- At least five (5) years administrative experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of Deputy Registrar Administration Grade14 or its equivalent.
- CPS (K) or CHRP (K) professional qualification.
- Have outstanding professional competence in administration or Management.
- Member of a recognized professional administration or management body.
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- Masters Degree in either Public Administration or Business Administration or Human Resource Management or Social Science or equivalent from an institution recognized in Kenya.
- CPS (K) or CHRP (K) professional qualification.
- At least ten (10) years administration experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of Deputy Registrar Administration Grade14 level or its equivalent.
- Have an outstanding professional competence in administration and management.
- Member of a recognized professional administration or management body.
NOTE:
- South Eastern Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to have current clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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