Busitema University First Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) Jobs in Uganda
Job Purpose
To provide leadership and coordination of teaching, research and outreach including policies and standards.
Duties & Responsibilities:
In line with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act 2001, as amended, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic Affairs shall be the First Deputy ViceChancellor and shall:
Assist the Vice-Chancellor in the performance of his or her functions and in that regard be responsible for the Academic Affairs of the University.
In the absence of the Vice-Chancellor perform the functions of ViceChancellor.
Initiate, obtain approval of and promote policies, plans and programs that enhance the academic and professional excellence of the University.
Oversee the development, implementation and review of the policy framework for monitoring the quality, standards and management of the University’s academic programs.
Establish systems for the planning, development and review of undergraduate, postgraduate, research programs and any other academic programs of the University.
Oversee the selection, admission, and progress of students.
Initiate and coordinate the development and review of curricula for academic programs offered at the University.
Monitor compliance in setting, administering, and grading all assessments in accordance with the established regulations.
Establish systems for students’ timely completion of academic programmes.
Promote partnerships and networking for academic growth and development in the University.
Perform such other functions that may be delegated to him or her by the Vice-Chancellor or assigned by the University Council.
Key Outputs
Comprehensive and sound academic policies, plans and programs developed and implemented.
Framework for monitoring quality, standards and management of academic programs developed, implemented, and adhered to.
Undergraduate, postgraduate, research programs, innovations and other academic initiatives of the University planned, developed, implemented, reviewed and continuously improved.
Students admitted and graduated on merit and in accordance with existing regulations.
Distinguished scholars recruited and retained, and suitable Assessors appointed.
Academic staff mentored and promoted on merit and in accordance with existing regulations.
Research projects and innovations conducted according to national priorities, laws and regulations
Partnerships, networks and community engagements initiated and sustained
Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience:
Should have a PhD from a recognized University or Institution of higher learning.
Should have at least twelve (12) years of proven experience in teaching, research, leadership, governance, and administration, four (4) of which should have been at least at the rank of Dean of Faculty, Director, or Deputies respectively, or Head of Department or equivalent in a reputable institution of equal standing or higher (annual budget, number of programmes, and number of students) as Busitema University.
To submit at least five (5) most recent publications attached in both soft and hard copies
Should demonstrate a record as a tenured academic scholar through research and publications, with at least 20 publications in peer reviewed journals.
Should demonstrate strategic academic leadership through teaching, grant writing, research publication and community outreach.
Have an understanding of the relevant legal framework for management of higher education in Uganda.
Should have been at least a member of a University Senate/ Council or equivalent body in a reputable institution of higher learning of the same ranking as Busitema University or above.
Should not have reached 55 years of age by deadline for submission of applications.
Be a Ugandan Citizen.
Required Skills & Competencies
Core Skills
Demonstrated good leadership, decision-making, teambuilding, and selfmanagement skills
Good negotiating, networking, facilitating, and people skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to liaise effectively with relevant stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical and communication capabilities
Leadership Competencies
Strategic insight
Developing others
Change management
Managing Risk
Core Competencies
Building Relationships
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with influence
Functional Competencies
Conceptual thinking
Job Knowledge and Information Sharing
Drive for Result
Continuous Improvement Orientation
How to Apply
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