Muni University is a
Government owned (Public) university established by the Uganda Government by
Statutory Instrument, 2013 No. 31, in accordance with the Universities &
Other Tertiary Institutions Act 2006 as amended. Muni University campus is
located in Arua District, 3Km South of Arua town in North-Western Uganda.
Muni University is a
unique Institution which has adopted a blended learning approach to education
focusing mainly on Techno Science and Business Sciences. The University is
committed to meet the aspirations of a dynamic society, while inculcating
strong research, outreach, and innovation culture within an efficient team of
academic, administrative and support staff.
Vision:
“To be a Model
and Professional University for Transformation and Development”.
Mission:
To provide quality
education, generate
knowledge, provide
innovation and community empowerment for transformation”.
Motto:
“Transforming
Lives”.
To achieve its
vision, Muni University seeks to fill the positions below.. DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Salary Scale: (M2)
Responsible to: Vice
Chancellor
Responsible for:
Academic Registrar
Director of Schools
of Postgraduate
Deans of Faculties
Directors of
Institutes and Schools
Tenure of
appointment:
A five (5) year
contract, renewal once, subject to good performance
RESPONSIBILITIES
1) To assist the
Vice Chancellor in performance of his or her functions and in that regard, be
responsible for the academic affairs of the university.
2) In the absence of
the Vice Chancellor, he/she performs the functions of the Vice Chancellor.
3) To perform such
other functions that may be delegated to him or her by the Vice Chancellor or
assigned by the University Council.
KEY FUNCTIONS
1) Initiates, and
promotes policies, plans and .programs that enhance the academic and
professional excellence of the University.
2) Coordinates the
development of University curriculum for all courses and oversees review of
such programmes as and when necessary.
3) Over sees the
Management of University examination processes.
4) Oversees the
selection and admission of qualified students.
51 initiate and
coordinates the development of research activities and programmes and
networking.
) Supervise Staff
and identifies training needs and recommends appropriate training.
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
The applicant should
be:
1) Known in
international circles especially academic ones. 2) Visionary and strategic
thinker.
3) Receptive to
change.
4) Able to inspire
confidence and loyalty.
5 ) A person of integrity
and sensitive to quality and equity.
6 ) Having a track
record of ability to mobilize and manage resources. A team player.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
1) A PhD from a
recognized Institution.
2) Demonstrated
outstanding academiccredentials; administrative experience and capability.
3) Demonstrated
experience in teaching, research and service to the public of not less than
five years in a recognized Institution. 4)Demonstrated computer literacy
skills.
5) Being a Professor
is an added advantage.
Interested and
qualified persons
are invited to
submit six (6) copies of their applications together with the following:
a.A detailed, signed
and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae of the applicant clearly highlighting all
elements of eligibility criteria and personal attributes plus names and
contacts of three referees.
b.A list of research
publications.
c.Copies of the
candidate’s academic documents.
Sealed applications
marked
“CONFIDENTIAL”:
POSITION OF VICE CHANCELLOR Or DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ACADEMIC AFFAIRS) on the
top right-hand corner of the envelope must be forwarded or delivered to reach
the University Secretary on the address indicated below, not later than
Thursday 30th April 2015 at 04.00 p.m. East African time. Applications should be
addressed to:
THE UNIVERSITY
SECRETARY
MUNI UNIVERSITY P.
O. BOX 725 ARUA – UGANDA
4. The electronic
applications may be
submitted by email
to: search@ muni.ac.ug not later than Thursday 30th April 2015 at 04.00 pm East
African time.
Those who had
earlier applied need not re-apply.
