DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

Daystar UniversityNairobiroam-keopublikowano 24.10.2026
Wymagane:SeniorLeadPrincipalHybrid

About the company

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.

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.

Your tasks

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.

  • 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

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

  • Teaching and training of students

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.

  • 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

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

  • Teaching and training of students

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Other

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

a. DEAN - SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

b. SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

Working Conditions

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

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - ACADEMIC, RESEARCH AND STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

a. DEAN - SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

b. SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – 1 POSITION

Working Conditions

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