Job Description
An
officer at this level shall:
- Coordinate development of the University’s
Strategic Plan and the regular review of the same;
- Coordinate the development of the University’s
Master Plan so as to offer guidance towards achievement of the
University’s Strategic Plan;
- Coordinate the development and review of
long-term and short-term policies to govern the operations of the
University to guide in achieving the set objectives and enforce continuous
improvement in service delivery;
- Coordinate the development of annual budgets for
the various University units for use in managing funds allocated to each
of the departments;
- Participate in the development of the
University’s capital plan and periodic review of the same so as to
implement the projects;
- Supervise the various departmental heads under
the Division continually to ensure compliance to the set policies and
alignment of departmental activities towards achievement of targets;
- Coordinate the Annual Staff Performance
Appraisal;
- Coordinate performance contracting, measurement
and monitoring in line with Strategic Plan;
- Coordinate training and development programmes
of staff in the University and ensure their implementation;
- Communicate and make regular follow up on the
implementation of decisions made by the University’s Management Board
within the Division;
- Provide secretariat services to the committees
of the Division and ensure proper documentation of all deliberations for
future reference;
- Collect evidence used in gauging achievement of
performance targets within the division;
- Liaise with the Heads of Departments within the
Division on a regular basis to identify any training needs among staff
members and make necessary arrangements for the same activities;
- Ensure regular performance of maintenance and
repair activities on existing physical infrastructure within the
University;
- Ensure the continuous enforcement of quality
management systems within the University;
- Process staff disciplinary matters to enforce
ethical behavior within the University;
- Ensure fleet planning and management within the
University;
- Design and conduct surveys to obtain feedback
and ensure the University delivers quality services to both its internal
and external customers;
- Determine and allocate resources within the
division;
- Conduct staff needs assessment for continuous
planning and staff development;
- Ensure proper health and safety working
conditions as provided for in applicable laws;
- Ensure smooth and efficient operations of the
staff;
- Ensure industrial peace in the University by
helping in collective bargaining, joint consultations and settlement of
disputes;
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned from
time to time.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution;
- Master’s Degree in relevant field from a
recognized institution;
- At least twelve (12) years relevant experience,
three (3) of which at Senior Assistant Registrar or comparable position;
- Registered with relevant professional body in
good standing;
- Fulfilled requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution of Kenya 2010.
How to Apply
Mode of
Application Interested applicants are required to submit ten (10) copies of
their applications containing copies of the application letters, updated
Curriculum Vitae, ALL academic and professional qualifications including
transcripts, work experience and other relevant certificates and testimonials.
The reference number of the position applied for MUST be indicated on the
application letter and the envelope.
Applications
should be addressed to:
Deputy
Vice-Chancellor,
Administration, Finance & Planning,
P.O. Box 103-40404,
RONGO.
RONGO.
Applicants
are advised to contact their referees and request them to send reference
letters to the above address on sealed envelopes. For further details and job
requirements of the positions, please visit the Rongo University website
Rongo
University is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of
either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are
encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so
as to be received on or before 24th September 2025 at 5:00pm.
