Dean of Business Victoria University, Kampala

Victoria University, Kampala is a new university with an ambitious & rapid growth strategy. The business model is based on bringing western standards of good practice & British qualifications to East Africa.The University received its operating licence in December 2010. The Faculty of Business offers University of Buckingham degrees in Business & Management, Business & Management with Information Systems, & Accounting/Financial Management. There are plans to extend this collaboration to include further undergraduate courses and to introduce a postgraduate portfolio.

Post Title
Job Ref. No: VHR 014/2011
Post Title: Dean of Business
Reports to: Vice Chancellor
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience

Main Purposes of Post

• The Dean is responsible for the management of staff and resources in the Faculty by ensuring the effective operation & development of the faculty.
• The Dean will drive the development process of the Faculty, identifying skill gaps and opportunities for short course training and other continuing professional development opportunities in the region.
• Deans will prepare and update faculty strategic plans which should increasingly take account of contract research and other income generating opportunities in the local and regional environment.

Person specification
Candidates should have:

• A PhD or equivalent qualifications or experience in a relevant subject, international credibility & substantial academic management experience.
• Substantial senior management experience preferably gained in an academic environment.
• Substantial experience of either teaching or professional practice (preferably both).
• Knowledge, understanding and empathy with student-centred approaches to learning.
• The ability to attract research funding, lead research teams and deliver high quality consultancy work.
• Willingness to undertake teaching duties as part of faculty development.
• A thorough understanding of higher education academic contexts & regulatory requirements.
• Significant experience in the management of change.
• Knowledge and understanding of the British academic model would be an advantage.

Skills, Qualifications and Personal Requirements

• Strong written & spoken English language skills.
• Competency in standard ICT applications including word processing, spread sheets and power point.
• Inter-personal, leadership and people management skills.
• Commitment to quality customer care with the ability to motivate and enthuse staff.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Negotiating and entrepreneurial skills.
• Creativity and capacity for innovation.

Qualified candidates should email their applications with a recent resume to the Human Resource Manager, email: recruitment@vu.ac.ug not later than 30th March 2012 at 17:00hrs (GMT). Candidates are encouraged to visit our website on www.vu.ac.ug for additional information.

Victoria University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other category protected by law.

Note: Only Short listed Candidates will be contacted.

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