Vice Chancellor

Job description
The UMMA University of Kenya is seeking an accomplished, nationally or internationally recognized leader and administrator to Vice Chancellor the university in Kenya. The Vice Chancellor provides oversight, research, education, and administrative leadership for UMMA University, and reports directly to the university Chancellor. Applicants should have earned a doctorate, hold a senior faculty appointment in an academic department, have a distinguished record of scholarly research, and have demonstrated leadership ability and visionary skills with an emphasis on societal systems challenges, as well as excellent interpersonal and management skills. The Vice Chancellor is a senior member of the UMMA University, selected and appointed by the University to a 4-year renewable term.
 
It is expected that the new Vice Chancellor will provide the intellectual leadership to develop a new strategic and operational plans considering the ongoing activities in Phase II project of the university. Also, to create and lead the university’s advancement initiatives to ensure mid and long-term financial sustainability, which include increasing student enrollment and taking necessary measures to optimize the university operating expenses and fulfil the human resources needs and concerns. Looking at the latest edition of the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, the world rank of UMMA University was 22,358 and ranked 79 out of the 100 universities in Kenya. This rank does not satisfy the university vision nor match the fund it receives and it is expected the new Vice Chancellor will lead the efforts for advancing the university ranking and its academic output.
Proposed main duties for a Vice Chancellor for UMMA University
1-Provides the university with a new strategic plan and strategic leadership considering the ongoing phase two of the university.
2-Oversees the university’s operational management.
3- Represents and upholds academic credibility of the university.
4-leads the university’s external relations both nationally and internationally.
5-Exercises oversight over the operational and financial management of the university.
6- Creates an atmosphere of excellence in all subject areas represented at the university.
7-Encourages leads and nurtures the development of areas research excellence.
8-Fosters a cultures that attracts, retains and ensures the success of students and ensure positive students experience.
9-Creates and leads the university’s advancement initiatives to ensure a mid and long-term financial viability.
10-Maintains good relationships with the university council members and Direct Aid HQ in Kuwait.
11-Report to the Board of Trustees and Direct Aid HQ in Kuwait all matters related to the performance of the university.
12-Build, protect and enhance the overall reputation of the university.
13- Establish and enhance collaboration programs nationally and internationally.