Vice-Chancellor

The University now seeks to recruit a competent, skilled, passionate, experienced and innovative person to fill the position of VICE – CHANCELLOR

The applicant must be a highly distinguished scholar, with a Ph.D. and at a rank of Associate Professor and above with a minimum of five (5) years of experience on that level and demonstrate the ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University. All academic qualifications should be from accredited institutions of higher learning.

The applicant must be a person of proven integrity within the age bracket of 45 to 60 years old at the date of application.

Job Title: Vice-Chancellor (1)

Reports to: University Council

Purpose of the Job

To provide academic, research and administrative leadership to the University for the Effective Management and efficient use of human and fiscal resources in compliance with the law, University regulations and strategic plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

a) Policy and Planning Formulation

Spearheads and coordinates the development and review of policies, strategic plans and other interventions designed to achieve growth, academic and professional excellence in University programs.

b) Management and Fiscal Control

• As the Chief Executive of the University is responsible for maintaining efficiency, effectiveness and good governance of the University.
• Provides efficient leadership to the University by coordinating the effective implementation of strategic management plans and Council decisions.
• Directs and supervises the Senior Management Team responsible for the academic, financial and administrative functions of the University and monitors their performance in line with the prescribed performance targets.
• Mobilizes both internal and external resources necessary for the implementation of the University policies, plans and programs.
• Oversees the acquisition and fair allocation of resources to various University academic bodies and administrative units.

(c) Responsibility to Council

• Is accountable to the University Council and presents the University position and recommendations on various issues and challenges requiring Council intervention.
• Causes to be prepared and submits specific reports to Council as instructed.
• Responsible to the Council for the general conduct and discipline of University staff and students.

(d) Responsibility to Senate

As Chairperson of the Senate directs the implementation of Senate decisions.

(e) External Liaison

• Represents the University externally in order to promote awareness and understanding of the University mission, objectives, policies and programs.
• Spearhead the establishment of useful partnerships and networks.
• Key spokesperson of the University on all matters.

Key Outputs

• University policies, strategic plans and other interventions developed and implemented.
• Efficient, effective and good governance of the University.
• Timely and effective implementation of strategic plans, Council and Senate decisions.
• Attainment of set performance targets by the Senior Management Team.
• Number of MOU signed with Partners and networks.
• Adequate resources for the implementation of the University policies, plans and programs.
• Resources acquired and fairly and equitably allocated to various University units.
• Timely and quality reporting on University operations to Council.
• Good conduct on part of staff and students.
• Positive public awareness and publicity for the University.

Person Specifications

• The candidate for the position of Vice-Chancellor should be an innovative, visionary leader with the capacity to build a dynamic management team. In particular, the Vice-Chancellor will be a widely knowledgeable individual about the national, regional and international status and trends of higher education with the capacity to execute a strategic change program that will ensure the sustained success of the University
• Be a Ugandan citizen.
• Experience in managing an institution of higher learning.

Specifically, the candidate shall be expected to:

• Be a highly distinguished scholar, with a Ph.D. and at a rank of Assoc. Professor and above with a minimum of five (5) years of experience on that level and demonstrate the ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University; (All academic qualifications should be from accredited institutions of higher learning).
• Be a committed Anglican who wholeheartedly affirms the University instruments of Identity and whose manner of life is recognized as exemplary;
• Be a person of proven integrity;
• Be between 45 years and 60 years old at the date of application;
• Command the respect of the national and international academic communities through his/her track record;
• Strengthen the bridges between staff, students and other members of the University community;
• Be a person with a clear vision for the development of the University
• Enjoy excellent physical and mental health;
• Attract the much-needed funds into the University.

Administrative Attributes/Competences

• High level of maturity
• Experience in strategic leadership and management in an accredited/chartered University or equivalent government or reputable organization for not less than 3 years
• Should have been at least a member of an accredited/chartered University Senate/Council or equivalent body in government or a reputable organization
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and competencies
• Must have people skills
• Should possess negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills and public relations
• Demonstrate evidence of ability to understand and manage the academic, Research and outreach process in institutions of higher learning
• Demonstrate evidence of team leadership
• Proven ability to handle student community and staff
• Knowledge of Higher Education Policies and Operations
• Should have held senior administrative positions at the level of Head/Dean and above in higher Institutions of learning
• Must demonstrate competence in using and promoting ICT modern technology.

Financial Attributes/Competences

• Ability to comprehend and implement the Strategic Plan of the University
• Evidence of resource mobilization skills
• Good understanding and working knowledge of financial management
• Evidence of involvement in the leadership of investment projects
• Evidence of experience in planning and budgeting

Remuneration

An attractive package including housing, a chauffeur-driven car, medical care and other benefits in accordance with the University Terms of Service.

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment shall be for a five (5) years contract renewable once, subject to satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Method of Application

Interested candidates 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