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Company Address: Address Strathmore University Madaraka Estate Ole Sangale Road PO Box 59857 00200 City Square Nairobi Kenya

  • Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    JOB PURPOSE
     This position is responsible for oversight of research and innovation initiatives within SBS. These include research and innovation centres/hubs, publications, conferences and seminar series, working paper series and grants in alignment with industry and national needs and in compliance with University policies.
    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Overseeing the establishment of research centres and hubs at SBS.
    Promoting and facilitating leading-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the goals of SBS.
    Building and providing sufficient support for a community of innovative researchers to enhance research capacity at SBS and to increase internal and external research opportunities for faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students.
    Developing networks between the research centres and researchers in the field in the public and private sectors, locally, nationally and internationally.
    Developing mutually beneficial linkages with industry in order to develop partnerships and collaborative research of mutual benefit.
    Transferring knowledge to society through outreach (e.g. seminars, workshops, lectures, websites, conferences, publications) and, where applicable, through technology transfer (e.g. collaborative research; contract work; and commercialization of intellectual property).
    Overseeing the Professorial Chairs and Research fellows’ program.
    Leading strategic planning for the research centres to ensure that their objectives are aligned with the SBS’ Strategic Plan.
    Overseeing the proper discharge of administrative duties of the research centres including supervising personnel, financial management, and operations.
    Reporting to donors and other stakeholders on funding and research outcomes.
    Managing the research plan effectively and efficiently, ensuring that accepted standards of research and ethical behaviour are met.
    Enhancing the reputation of the research centres and SBS by undertaking quality research and communicating that research to the society.
    Encouraging and supporting the raising of funds for research conducted by the research centres.
    Providing semi-annual and annual evaluations of trends in research productivity, diversity, academic achievement and other measures of research outputs.
    Serving as a member on the SBS Management Committee.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    PhD Holder in a relevant field and at the level of a Senior Lecturer
    Member of a relevant professional body
    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a managerial position
    Experience in teaching & learning, research and administration

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Associate Dean, Research and Innovation’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 8th September 2023.

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs

    Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs

    JOB PURPOSE: 

    This position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for all Academic Programs in the Strathmore University Business School (SBS). Responsible for curriculum development and management, educational quality assessment and improvement, academic support for the faculty, and to facilitate an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for the diverse student body.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Manage implementation of all Academic Programs offered by SBS, including planning, resource allocation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
    Manage development of the SBS human capital in collaboration with the Executive Dean, Faculty Director, and People & Culture Manager.
    Ensure that learning and teaching activities of the SBS are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy and regulatory frameworks of the University Council, University Management Board, Academic Council, and their respective committees.
    Monitor the SBS’s curriculum and ensure that it is responsive to the students and market needs by facilitating the development/amendments of the syllabi and regulations for faculty courses/programs.
    Encourage collaboration with the research office and research centers, hubs and institutes to encourage research-based content and case studies.
    Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of innovative curricula, partnerships, and Industry linkages.
    Ensure that students enrolled in SBS are supported to get placement for community and industrial attachments and that supervision and evaluation of the intended experiential learning is done as per the University’s standards.
    Knowledge of imminent academic trends likely to affect future educational offerings.
    Oversee processes in academic and student records, including contracts for faculty.
    Collaborate with the Quality and Strategy Manager to coordinate the accreditation processes and provide oversight for AACSB faculty qualifications and impact assessments.
    Serving as a member on the SBS Management Committee.
    Represent SBS at events and activities when the Executive Dean is unavailable

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    PhD Holder in a relevant field and at the level of a Senior Lecturer
    Member of a relevant professional body
    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a managerial position
    Experience in teaching & learning, research and administration

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 29th  September 2023. 

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    JOB PURPOSE

     This position is responsible for oversight of research and innovation initiatives within SBS. These include research and innovation centres/hubs, publications, conferences and seminar series, working paper series and grants in alignment with industry and national needs and in compliance with University policies.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Overseeing the establishment of research centres and hubs at SBS.
    Promoting and facilitating leading-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the goals of SBS.
    Building and providing sufficient support for a community of innovative researchers to enhance research capacity at SBS and to increase internal and external research opportunities for faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students.
    Developing networks between the research centres and researchers in the field in the public and private sectors, locally, nationally and internationally.
    Developing mutually beneficial linkages with industry in order to develop partnerships and collaborative research of mutual benefit.
    Transferring knowledge to society through outreach (e.g. seminars, workshops, lectures, websites, conferences, publications) and, where applicable, through technology transfer (e.g. collaborative research; contract work; and commercialization of intellectual property).
    Overseeing the Professorial Chairs and Research fellows’ program.
    Leading strategic planning for the research centres to ensure that their objectives are aligned with the SBS’ Strategic Plan.
    Overseeing the proper discharge of administrative duties of the research centres including supervising personnel, financial management, and operations.
    Reporting to donors and other stakeholders on funding and research outcomes.
    Managing the research plan effectively and efficiently, ensuring that accepted standards of research and ethical behaviour are met.
    Enhancing the reputation of the research centres and SBS by undertaking quality research and communicating that research to the society.
    Encouraging and supporting the raising of funds for research conducted by the research centres.
    Providing semi-annual and annual evaluations of trends in research productivity, diversity, academic achievement and other measures of research outputs.
    Serving as a member on the SBS Management Committee.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    PhD Holder in a relevant field and at the level of a Senior Lecturer
    Member of a relevant professional body
    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a managerial position
    Experience in teaching & learning, research and administration

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Associate Dean, Research and Innovation’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 8th September 2023.

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Stores Assistant

    Stores Assistant

    JOB PURPOSE:

    To be responsible for the provision and management of various administrative services that fall within the jurisdiction of the department.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Control and requisition of the school’s office materials based on the needs of the users.
    Receipt and confirmation of all procurement deliveries by checking the quality, quantity, and state then documenting the goods received note.
    Ensuring maintenance standards are up to date by constantly doing inspection around the building- (Lavatories, office, lecture rooms, and SBS building surrounding).
    Coordination of furniture movement within the building.
    Store Management – Ensure that optimal stock is maintained by performing stick reconciliations for smooth operations.
    Work closely with the procurement department/ officer in terms of purchases and disposal of furniture and equipment.
    Disposal of obsolete furniture and equipment.
    Work closely with maintenance and housekeeping in coordinating major activities that will need advance planning. i.e., fumigation, painting, partitioning, etc.
    Inventory reporting -preparation of monthly store reports 
    Preparing the stock audit schedule.
    Any other duties that may be assigned.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    Bachelor’s degree in business administration or any other related field from a recognized institution
    At least 2 years experience in stores management.

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Stores Assistant’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 11th August 2023. 

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Fitness Coach

    Fitness Coach

    Basic job summary: 

    To implement regular fitness programs/initiatives based on the fitness assessments needs, by providing solutions to staff and faculty who are not able to improve mobility for various reasons. To implement proper ergonomics practices at individual workstations, this includes regular stretches and breaks.

    Duties & Responsibilities: 

    Increased uptake of physical fitness activities
    Training programs for groups and individuals, both virtual and physical.
    Program management (open files) for individuals and personalized attention

    Minimum Academic Qualifications: 

    Academic – Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 
    Professional – Fitness Trainer or physiotherapy

    Experience:

    At least three- five years’ experience, Personal fitness instructor 
    Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation fitness 
    Ergonomics training

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting Fitness Coach on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 28th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Director Alumni Relations

    Director Alumni Relations

    Basic job summary: 

    The Alumni Relations office establishes and maintains supportive, lifelong relationships with Strathmore University alumni through frequent events and programs with the goal of advancing the mission of the University. The director Alumni relations will therefore be responsible for; Building lifelong relationships with alumni in support of the University, facilitating two-way communication between the University and alumni, leveraging a powerful alumni body for the benefit of the alumni, university and students and Maintaining the values, history and traditions that help secure the future for the University.

    Duties & Responsibilities: 

    Strategy: To establish, direct, and implement the strategic plan for the entire Strathmore Alumni Community to support the achievement of the University’s objectives.
    Program Development: To oversee the design and implementation of program activities for the Strathmore University Alumni to engage in University activities such as learning events, mentoring, fundraising, guest speaker series, student clubs, volunteering, etc.
    Alumni Engagement: To facilitate and organize engagement activities and projects for Strathmore alumni community members to engage with each other such as in networking, educational, and social events and maintain regular communication, feedback and contact information updated.
    Partnerships: To identify and deliver partnerships with appropriate third parties that will enable a great range benefits of mutual value to alumni and to the university.
    School Alumni chapters: Oversee the development, implementation, and co-ordination of the University’s School’s alumni chapters and their activities.
    Collaboration: To work as a conduit between the alumni community and the University to harness appropriate alumni input on key University projects and initiatives.
    Human Resource Management: To recruit, select, and develop staff within the alumni association office through liaison with the University’s P&C department and ensure that training programs are effective in enhancing the skills needed for alumni management.
    Financial Management: To develop, manage, and oversee the areas of budgetary management and financial control within the alumni association office to ensure proper utilization of resources towards achieving the plans and objectives agreed with the University.
    To coordinate the actualization of Strathmore Alumni Association as foreseen in its constitution and make it attractive to past and current Strathmore University students;
    In liaison with Strathmore University Foundation, establish and support the achievement of fundraising supportive environment and targets from Strathmore Alumni community.
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time as long as it is within the scope of the job and is aligned to the mission and vision of the University.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications: 

    Master’s Degree from a recognized institution preferably in management, project management, programs management, marketing, public relations or closely related

    Experience:

    At least 6 years’ experience in client facing relationship office with dealing with medium to senior management level positions

    Competencies and Attributes

    Demonstrated accomplishment in developing successful projects, products, etc which involve fostering productive relationships with volunteers and multiple stakeholders
    Experience in dealing with people across different age groups preferably in a higher education institution and early working careers
    Proven knowledge of the higher education sector and the challenges and opportunities involved in engaging an alumni community
    Ability to identify new learning opportunities that would be appropriate for Alumni.
    Demonstrated experience with planning and organizing events appropriate for different size of groups and mixture.
    Experience and skills related to social media, public speaking and public relations

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting Director Alumni Relations on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 28th July 2023.Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

    Apply via :

    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Alumni Officer Associate Employment and Compliance

    Alumni Officer Associate Employment and Compliance

    Basic job summary:

    To be responsible for promoting open lines of communication between alumni and Strathmore University through planning and execution of programs that foster goodwill and positive relations between the University and its Alumni.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Ensure the existence a comprehensive and up-to-date Alumni database capturing contact, biographical and career information of Alumni via surveys Alumni directory, correspondence, website as well as social media;
    Support the Alumni Manager to establish and build relationships with a wide range of Alumni, locally, regionally and internationally through regular communication with Alumni via direct contact, email blasts, Alumni web pages, and print publications.
    Provide support to the school in undertaking events and communications which will promote good Alumni relations
    Plan and implement multi-faceted programs for alumni, students, and friends that increase good will and positive relationships with the University;
    Respond to Alumni enquiries in a welcoming, timely and effective manner, either personally or by directing the matter to the appropriate individual
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time as long as it is within the scope of the job and is aligned to the mission and vision of the University.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in any related field from a recognized institution

    Experience:

    At least 3 years of relevant experience
    Experience in an alumni relations, fundraising, public relations or a similar role
    Working in design, as a creative and knowledge and experience of digital media management

    Competencies and Attributes

    Systematic & Detailed
    Resourceful & Intuitive
    Strong Organizational skills
    Strong team orientation
    Impeccable integrity
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Excellent writing and presentation skills
    Networking Skills
    Strong Project Management
    Ability to manage several tasks at once, working under pressure

    Deadline: 30th June 2023.

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    Apply via :

    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs

    Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs

    JOB PURPOSE: 

    This position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for all Academic Programs in the Strathmore University Business School (SBS). Responsible for curriculum development and management, educational quality assessment and improvement, academic support for the faculty, and to facilitate an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for the diverse student body.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Manage implementation of all Academic Programs offered by SBS, including planning, resource allocation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
    Manage development of the SBS human capital in collaboration with the Executive Dean, Faculty Director, and People & Culture Manager.
    Ensure that learning and teaching activities of the SBS are undertaken in accordance with the governance, policy and regulatory frameworks of the University Council, University Management Board, Academic Council, and their respective committees.
    Monitor the SBS’s curriculum and ensure that it is responsive to the students and market needs by facilitating the development/amendments of the syllabi and regulations for faculty courses/programs.
    Encourage collaboration with the research office and research centers, hubs and institutes to encourage research-based content and case studies.
    Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of innovative curricula, partnerships, and Industry linkages.
    Ensure that students enrolled in SBS are supported to get placement for community and industrial attachments and that supervision and evaluation of the intended experiential learning is done as per the University’s standards.
    Knowledge of imminent academic trends likely to affect future educational offerings.
    Oversee processes in academic and student records, including contracts for faculty.
    Collaborate with the Quality and Strategy Manager to coordinate the accreditation processes and provide oversight for AACSB faculty qualifications and impact assessments.
    Serving as a member on the SBS Management Committee.
    Represent SBS at events and activities when the Executive Dean is unavailable

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    PhD Holder in a relevant field and at the level of a Senior Lecturer
    Member of a relevant professional body
    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a managerial position
    Experience in teaching & learning, research and administration

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 29th  September 2023. 

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    Associate Dean, Research and Innovation

    JOB PURPOSE

     This position is responsible for oversight of research and innovation initiatives within SBS. These include research and innovation centres/hubs, publications, conferences and seminar series, working paper series and grants in alignment with industry and national needs and in compliance with University policies.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Overseeing the establishment of research centres and hubs at SBS.
    Promoting and facilitating leading-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the goals of SBS.
    Building and providing sufficient support for a community of innovative researchers to enhance research capacity at SBS and to increase internal and external research opportunities for faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students.
    Developing networks between the research centres and researchers in the field in the public and private sectors, locally, nationally and internationally.
    Developing mutually beneficial linkages with industry in order to develop partnerships and collaborative research of mutual benefit.
    Transferring knowledge to society through outreach (e.g. seminars, workshops, lectures, websites, conferences, publications) and, where applicable, through technology transfer (e.g. collaborative research; contract work; and commercialization of intellectual property).
    Overseeing the Professorial Chairs and Research fellows’ program.
    Leading strategic planning for the research centres to ensure that their objectives are aligned with the SBS’ Strategic Plan.
    Overseeing the proper discharge of administrative duties of the research centres including supervising personnel, financial management, and operations.
    Reporting to donors and other stakeholders on funding and research outcomes.
    Managing the research plan effectively and efficiently, ensuring that accepted standards of research and ethical behaviour are met.
    Enhancing the reputation of the research centres and SBS by undertaking quality research and communicating that research to the society.
    Encouraging and supporting the raising of funds for research conducted by the research centres.
    Providing semi-annual and annual evaluations of trends in research productivity, diversity, academic achievement and other measures of research outputs.
    Serving as a member on the SBS Management Committee.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    PhD Holder in a relevant field and at the level of a Senior Lecturer
    Member of a relevant professional body
    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a managerial position
    Experience in teaching & learning, research and administration

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Associate Dean, Research and Innovation’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 8th September 2023.

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Stores Assistant

    Stores Assistant

    JOB PURPOSE:

    To be responsible for the provision and management of various administrative services that fall within the jurisdiction of the department.

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Control and requisition of the school’s office materials based on the needs of the users.
    Receipt and confirmation of all procurement deliveries by checking the quality, quantity, and state then documenting the goods received note.
    Ensuring maintenance standards are up to date by constantly doing inspection around the building- (Lavatories, office, lecture rooms, and SBS building surrounding).
    Coordination of furniture movement within the building.
    Store Management – Ensure that optimal stock is maintained by performing stick reconciliations for smooth operations.
    Work closely with the procurement department/ officer in terms of purchases and disposal of furniture and equipment.
    Disposal of obsolete furniture and equipment.
    Work closely with maintenance and housekeeping in coordinating major activities that will need advance planning. i.e., fumigation, painting, partitioning, etc.
    Inventory reporting -preparation of monthly store reports 
    Preparing the stock audit schedule.
    Any other duties that may be assigned.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    Bachelor’s degree in business administration or any other related field from a recognized institution
    At least 2 years experience in stores management.

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Stores Assistant’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 11th August 2023. 

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu