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

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