KCA
university vacancies
1.
Human
resources director
Purpose:
The HR Director reports to the Vice Chancellor and CEO of
the
university. He/ She will have the ultimate responsibility for all
human
capital development within the University from both an
operational
and strategic perspective. Other key responsibilities
include
human resource planning and recruitment; talent
management;
performance management and supporting line
managers
and faculty/staff in Human Resources processes and
practices
to achieve KCA University’s objectives in line with the
strategic
plan.
DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Staff
recruitment, selection and retention planning;
Policy
development and documentation;
Coordinate
performance management;
Design
and oversee attractive compensation, benefits and wellness programs;
Prepare
and manage the HR departmental budget;
Draft
and implement the HR strategy that will support the implementation of
the overall KCAU strategic plan;
Develop
risk management framework for the department;
Design
a career progression and succession plan;
Ensure
KCAU compliance with Labour Laws and statutory requirements;
Conduct
regular surveys of Kenyan labour market as relates to higher
educational institutions to ensure a competitive reward package;
In
collaboration with DVC Academic Affairs, initiate exchange programs
with other local, regional and international universities;
Develop
an appropriate talent identification and management approach;
Manage
department through responsive human resources processes and service
Providing
general administrative support to the Board of Trustees and
University Council in the areas of Human Resources; and
Serve
on various divisions and the university forums and committees.
PERSON
SPECIFICATIONS
Academic
and Professional Qualification
Master’s
degree in HR or related field
Professional
qualification in Human Resources Management
Experience
9
to 10 years’ experience with at least 6 years’ experience at a
manager level; and
• Must
be an active member of the Institute of Human Resources Management
Other
attributes
A
person with a high level of integrity and a strong sense of personal
accountability for business performance and for accomplishing the
goals of the business.
Excellent
analytical skills;
Well-developed
report writing skills;
Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills;
Conflict
resolution skills;
Computer
literacy and ability to manage a HRMIS.
How
to Apply
Interested
candidates should send their applications enclosing copies of
certificates, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vita stating
their current and expected salary to the address below not later
than 5th
September
2014. Envelopes should be clearly marked “Application for HR
Director” in the subject of the e-mail.
The
Vice Chancellor,
KCA
University (KCAU),
Email:
vc@kca.ac.ke ,
P.0.
Box 56808-00200, Nairobi, Kenya
www.kca.ac.ke
2.
University registrar
Purpose:
The Registrar reports to the Senior DVC – Academic &
Students’ Affairs and Enrolment Management. He/ She will be
responsible for ensuring the effective management of academic
activities, safe custody of academic records and is the Chief
Examination Officer.
DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Chief
custodian of all students’ academic records;
Provide
leadership in student data management including registration data,
examination records, transcripts and certificates;
Chief
examinations officer;
Custodian
of faculty programs, curricula, academic policies, students’ rules
and regulations;
Supervise
and coordinate evaluation and certification;
Manage
graduation activities for the institution;
Oversee
the complete graduation process to include all elements
of
the rehearsal and ceremony;
Develop
academic policies and procedures;
Compile
and maintain the University academic calendar;
Compile
and maintain the Academic policy register;
Secretary
and coordinator of academic division meetings – Deans Committee,
Admissions Committee, Students’ Disciplinary Committee;
Develop
and manage budgets for the department;
Ensure
proper input and maintenance of students information in the ERP
system;
Manage
the students admission process;
Develop
risk management framework for the department;
Supervise,
mentor, train and develop staff in the department;
Supervise
the coordination, evaluation and certification of all graduation
applications;
Responsible
for collecting, recording, maintaining and reporting of student
records;
Provide
leadership and develop appropriate recommendations for the
implementation of related technology applications in support of
registrations and records;
Collaborate
with Deans, administrators, faculty, IT and counselors to facilitate
and improve services to students
QUALIFICATIONS
AND EXPERIENCE
The
candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience;
Doctorate
(PhD) level qualification
10
years relevant work experience
OTHER
SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
Strong
leadership and managerial skills;
Exceptional
planning and organization skills;
Data
management and analytical skills;
Knowledge
of laws and regulations related to University education;
Good
team player and interpersonal skills.
How
to Apply
Interested
candidates should send their applications enclosing copies of
certificates, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vita stating
their current and expected salary to the address below not later
than 5th
September
2014. Envelopes should be clearly marked “Application for
University Registrar” in the subject of the e-mail.
The
Vice Chancellor,
KCA
University (KCAU),
Email:
vc@kca.ac.ke ,
P.0.
Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi,
Kenya
www.kca.ac.ke
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