DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

Daystar University is a chartered non-denominational and evangelical Christian University. Its mission is to develop Christian Servant Leaders to expand God’s kingdom in Africa and the world. The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Academics, Research and Student Affairs invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

a. DEAN - SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

The purpose of the job

Implementing the School Strategy in line with overall strategy, policies, processes and procedures to achieve the institution’s goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Christian commitment and practice
• Earned PhD in Education Administration and Management, Educational Leadership and Policy and any other relevant area from an accredited University
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Senior Lecturer or equivalent
• Experience as a Dean or Head of Department shall be an added advantage
• Must have served as Head of Department for at least 4 years
• Demonstrable delivery of key performance indicators (KPIs) in previous assignments
• Registered by the relevant professional body

Responsibilities

• Articulating and leading in the implementation of university policies and procedures and ensuring that the School policies and practices are consistent and compliant with those of the University
• Monitoring curriculum implementation, syllabi use, projection of courses, and teaching methodologies
• Coordinating student formative and summative evaluation through continuous assessment, examinations, theses supervision and examination for quality and excellence in academic scholarship at the School level
• Monitoring research and publication outputs of the School
• Monitoring the use of facilities and equipment assigned to the School
• Engaging in teaching and training of students
• Preparing and revising, as necessary, academic programs, plans and calendar for the School in line with the Senate calendar of academic events
• Ensuring appropriate Christian behaviour both internally and externally in line with the University’s vision
• Identifying, benchmarking, and implementing best practices in the School’s management for improved academic performance and achievements
• Preparing, monitoring, and reporting of the School budgetary allocations and overseeing the utilization of budgetary resources
• Responsible for talent management in the School including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training, and evaluating staff to achieve the highest levels of performance
• Leading and managing communication between the School and other constituencies within the University
• Managing and implementing change initiatives to achieve the desired University plans and culture

b. SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

The purpose of the job

Contribute to the scholarship and intellectual life of the university by teaching, conducting research and mentoring students in line with the University guidelines

Requirements

• Christian commitment and practice
• Earned PhD in relevant area in Education from an accredited University
• At least three (3) years teaching experience as a Senior Lecturer or Senior Researcher
• Possess a minimum of thirty-two (32) publication, twenty-four (24) of which must be from refereed journals
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
• Evidence of active participation in school/departmental activities or demonstrated leadership in university activities
• Registered by the relevant professional body

Working Conditions

• Hybrid (teaching online and face to face): Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments

Responsibilities

• Teaching and training of students

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

Daystar University is a chartered non-denominational and evangelical Christian University. Its mission is to develop Christian Servant Leaders to expand God’s kingdom in Africa and the world. The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Academics, Research and Student Affairs invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

a. DEAN - SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

The purpose of the job

Implementing the School Strategy in line with overall strategy, policies, processes and procedures to achieve the institution’s goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Christian commitment and practice
• Earned PhD in Education Administration and Management, Educational Leadership and Policy and any other relevant area from an accredited University
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Senior Lecturer or equivalent
• Experience as a Dean or Head of Department shall be an added advantage
• Must have served as Head of Department for at least 4 years
• Demonstrable delivery of key performance indicators (KPIs) in previous assignments
• Registered by the relevant professional body

Responsibilities

• Articulating and leading in the implementation of university policies and procedures and ensuring that the School policies and practices are consistent and compliant with those of the University
• Monitoring curriculum implementation, syllabi use, projection of courses, and teaching methodologies
• Coordinating student formative and summative evaluation through continuous assessment, examinations, theses supervision and examination for quality and excellence in academic scholarship at the School level
• Monitoring research and publication outputs of the School
• Monitoring the use of facilities and equipment assigned to the School
• Engaging in teaching and training of students
• Preparing and revising, as necessary, academic programs, plans and calendar for the School in line with the Senate calendar of academic events
• Ensuring appropriate Christian behaviour both internally and externally in line with the University’s vision
• Identifying, benchmarking, and implementing best practices in the School’s management for improved academic performance and achievements
• Preparing, monitoring, and reporting of the School budgetary allocations and overseeing the utilization of budgetary resources
• Responsible for talent management in the School including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training, and evaluating staff to achieve the highest levels of performance
• Leading and managing communication between the School and other constituencies within the University
• Managing and implementing change initiatives to achieve the desired University plans and culture

b. SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

The purpose of the job

Contribute to the scholarship and intellectual life of the university by teaching, conducting research and mentoring students in line with the University guidelines

Requirements

• Christian commitment and practice
• Earned PhD in relevant area in Education from an accredited University
• At least three (3) years teaching experience as a Senior Lecturer or Senior Researcher
• Possess a minimum of thirty-two (32) publication, twenty-four (24) of which must be from refereed journals
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
• Evidence of active participation in school/departmental activities or demonstrated leadership in university activities
• Registered by the relevant professional body

Working Conditions

• Hybrid (teaching online and face to face): Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments

Responsibilities

• Teaching and training of students