Re-advertised 2021 Employment Opportunities

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and interested candidates for the following posts that exist in Kabale University.

JOB TITLE:            UNIVERSITY BURSAR (Re-advertised)
Salary Scale:          M3NTNSc
No. of posts:           01
Ref.                          EXT AD 01/3/2021
Responsible to:     Vice Chancellor through the University Secretary
Responsible for:    Deputy Bursar, Assistant Administrative Officer 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To be responsible for financial administration, planning and investments and resource mobilisation and maintain accounts in a form determined by the University Council.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and formulates strategic financial plans and budgets for the University outlining projected revenue sources, expenditure and measures to be taken to control costs.
• Coordinates and supports the preparation, consolidation of University budgets and work plans and monitoring their implementation.
• Oversees management of income, expenditure and stores of the University.
• Directs the preparation and submits monthly, quarterly, annual and final financial reports in accordance with the law and University policies or as required by Management or Council.
• Develops and institutes accounting, accountability and risk management systems for resources and assets of the University in accordance with University policy, regulations and the law.
• Promotes and enforces adherence to financial policy, regulatory framework including standards of professional practice.
• Supports the conduct of audits and prepares timely responses to audit queries and mandatory inquiries whenever necessary.
• Provides technical support and guidance to Top Management and Council on financial matters including policy proposals, funding priorities, investment, resource mobilisation and improvements to financial management systems.
• Coordinates the disbursement and accountability for University funds including Donor funds.
• Prepares revenue forecasts and initiates investment and resource mobilization strategies.
• Effects the timely payment for goods and services.
• Oversees the proper management of the Assets Register.
• Sets performance targets, supervises, and appraises staff of the Office.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Should have a Masters degree in Accounting and Finance.
• Should have full professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA.
• Should be a Member of a recognised professional accounting body like the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.
• Should have high integrity with excellent communication, leadership and people skills.
• Should be computer literate, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge and skills in computerised Financial Management systems and packages.
• Should have the ability to initiate and institute measures to enforce prudent financial management and proper use and accountability of the University’s fiscal resources.
• Should have a minimum of ten (10) years working experience in financial management of a reputable organization, three (3) of which should have been at a senior management level.

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JOB TITLE             :         DEPUTY BURSAR(Re-advertised)
Salary Scale           :         M4NTNSc
No. of posts:           :         01
Ref. No.                   :         EXT AD 02/3/2021
Responsible to      :         University Bursar
Responsible for     :         Senior Assistant Bursar/ Finance, Senior Assistant Bursar/ Grants and Projects

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To support the University Bursar to ensure efficient and effective execution of programs relating the management of finances, planning, investment financial management of projects undertaken by the University and to develop appropriate strategies for budgeting and monitoring all operations of the University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the University Bursar to develop and formulates strategic financial plans and budgets for the University.
• Facilitates strategic planning processes across the University.
• Provides technical support to the Units for the preparation of their budgets and work plans.
• Reviews and advises the University Bursar on the performance of financial management, planning, investment and resource mobilization of the Office.
• Monitors and reports compliance of the University Units to instituted accounting, accountability and risk management systems.
• Reviews, monitors and advises on Donor funding policies, priorities and trends.
• Supports the University Bursar in promoting and enforcing adherence to financial policy, regulatory framework including standards of professional practice.
• Compiles and prepares timely responses to audit queries and mandatory inquiries whenever necessary.
• Facilitates co-financing arrangements with various Stakeholders.
• Coordinates compilation of data for preparation of revenue forecasts and development of investment initiatives and resource mobilization strategies.
• Develops and manages the process of policy formulation and planning decisions in consultation with other University units.
• Performs any other official duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Should have a Masters degree in Accounting and Finance.
• Should have full professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA.
• Should be a Member of a recognised professional accounting body like the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.
• Should have high integrity with excellent communication, leadership and people skills.
• Should be computer literate, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge and skills in computerised Financial Management systems and packages.
• Should have the ability to initiate and institute measures to enforce prudent financial management and proper use and accountability of the University’s fiscal resources.
• Should have a minimum of 7 years relevant working experience, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level in a large reputable organization
• Should have proven experience of formulating and implementing strategic plans that reflect and support organizational needs.

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JOB TITLE              :   ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR-Environmental Science(Re-advertised)
Salary Scale           :         M4TSc
No. of posts            :         01
Ref. No.                   :         EXT AD 03/3/2021
Responsible to      :         Head of department
Responsible for     :         Lower level Academic Staff in the relevant discipline

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To provide academic leadership and knowledge in the relevant discipline and lead the development and implementation of research and publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and delivers lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Conducts research and disseminates research findings.
• Promotes knowledge transfer of his/her subject through original work.
• Guides and supervises students doing research.
• Conducts seminars
• Sets and marks tests, examinations and course work
• Guides and advises students on their performance.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Should have an earned PhD in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Should have at least seven (7) years of teaching experience (3) of which should have been at a rank of Senior Lecturer in a recognized institution of higher learning.
• Should have demonstrated academic excellence and had five (5) new publications in area of specialization since promotion to the level of Senior Lecturer.
• Should have supervised at least five (5) Masters Students to completion since promotion to Senior Lecturer.
• Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE             :          SENIOR LECTURER-Environmental Science
Salary Scale           :         M5TSc
No. of posts            :         01
Ref. No.                   :         EXT AD 04/3/2021
Responsible to      :         Head of department
Responsible for     :         Lower-level Academic Staff in the relevant discipline

PURPOSE OF JOB

• To teach, supervise students and conduct research and publish.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares well-researched lectures and delivers them to undergraduate and post-graduate students.
• Sets tests, examinations and course work.
• Administers and invigilates tests and examinations.
• Marks tests, course work and examinations scripts, compiles and grades examination results.
• Guides and advises students on their academic performance.
• Conducts research and disseminates research findings through conferences, seminars and publications.
• Supervises undergraduate and post graduate students undertaking research projects.
• Conducts seminars and tutorials.
• Carries out official administrative duties in the department as directed by the Head of Department.
• Contributes to the University and wider society through community service.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Well researched lectures delivered.
• Tests, examinations and course work set.
• Tests and examinations administered and invigilated.
• Tests, course work and examination scripts marked and examinations results compiled and graded.
• Research undertaken and findings disseminated.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Hold a PhD from a recognized institution.
• Should have had at least three (3) years of teaching experience as Lecturer.

• Should have had three (3) publications in the area of specialization since promotion to the rank of Lecturer.
• The applicant shall be the first author for at least one (1) of the publications.
• Should have supervised three (3) Masters Students to completion since promotion to Lecturer.
• Should have a good track record of service to the public.

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JOB TITLE             :         SENIOR RESEARCH GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR(Re-advertised)
Salary Scale           :         M6.1NTNSc
No. of posts            :         01
Ref. No.                   :         EXT AD 05/3/2021
Responsible to      :         Deputy Director/ Research and Publications
Responsible for     :         Research Grants Administrator

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To supervise the administration of research grants.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares calls for grant proposals as directed and communicates feedback after assessment to applicants.
• Provides technical support and guidance to applicants or those intending to apply for research grants and grants in aid for publications.
• Supervises the receipt of applications for and processing of research grants and grants in aid for publications for assessment.
• Engages and guides Principal Investigators in implementing the terms of grants awards including correct and timely submission of agreed deliverables and accountabilities.
• Prepares relevant documentation for disbursing funds to the Principal Investigators and Publishers.
• Organizes meetings and conferences on matters regarding the management or implementation of research grants.
• Liaises with the Finance Unit to track and ensure the planned flow of funds to recipients and proper maintenance of disbursement records.
• Analyses information on grants demands and advise the Deputy Director on projections accordingly.
• Engages grantees of research grants to compile experiences for learning purposes and knowledge sharing.
• Develops and maintains a grant tracking matrix and database.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Calls for research grant proposals made and feedback after assessment communicated to applicants.
• Technical support to applicants or intending applicants of research grants provided.
• Receipt and processing of grants applications supervised.
• Principal Investigators guided in the implementation of the terms of grants awards.
• Documentation for disbursement of grants funds prepared and communicated.
• Meetings and conferences for management or implementation of research grants organized.
• Planned flow of grants funds and management of related records tracked.
• Information on grants demands analyzed and projections communicated.
• Grants implementation experiences from recipients compiled.
• Grant tracking matrix and database developed and maintained.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Should have a Master’s degree in either Commerce, Finance and Accounting, Business Administration (finance or accounting option), Public Administration or Management or Social Sciences, or any other related fields.
• Should have at least five (5) years of experience in administration three (3) of which should have been in funds management gained from a reputable organization.
• Should have attracted grants
• Should have proven experience in grant proposal writing and management.
• Should have the ability to communicate effectively.
• Should be highly organized with broad knowledge of project management.
• Should have the ability to work under pressure.
• Should be able value and act with honesty and openness in relations with others.
• Should be computer literate

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JOB TITLE             :         HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER 
Salary Scale           :         M6.2NTNSc
No. of posts            :         01
Ref. No.                   :         EXT AD 06/3/2021
Responsible to      :         Senior Human Resource Officer
Responsible for     :         Assistant Human Resource Officer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To develop, review and implement policies relating to the effective utilisation of the human resources within the University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements, maintains and updates programs, procedures and strategies for the University in line with Human Resource policies.
• Implements annual work plans for the University in line with human resource targets.
• Coordinates and implements of decisions of the University’s Council and sub-committees in line with Human Resource policy.
• Benchmarks best practices from other Universities and provide information for facilitating organization review and change in line with human resource policy and the University priorities.
• Coordinates and conducts performance management sensitization and training programs in line with the University guidelines.
• Coordinates the implementation of performance management policies and programs in line with the human resource Manual.
• Implements and reviews the performance management evaluation/assessment programs in line with human resource policy guidelines.
• Conducts performance compliance audits and provides technical guidance and support to units on the performance management process in line with human resource policy guidelines.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

KEY OUTPUTS

• University Human resource programs, procedures and strategies implemented, maintained and updated in line with University policies.
• Annual work plans in line with human resource targets implemented.
• Implementation of human resource management decisions Council and its sub-committees coordinated.
• Best practices from other Universities benchmarked and information for facilitating organization review and change provided.
• Implementation, evaluation/assessment and review of all functions of performance management guided and coordinated.
• Performance compliance audits conducted and technical guidance and support provided to units on the performance management process.
• Other official assigned duties performed.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Should have a Masters in either Human Resource Management, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration (Human Resource Option).
• Should have at least three (3) years relevant working experience in human resource management.
• Should have basic supervisory skills.
• Should have well developed interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Should be computer literate.

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Suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications in sealed envelopes clearly indicating the position applied for and serial number to the address below, including an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, copies of Certified Transcripts and Certificates, Postal and Telephone Contacts, Names and Telephone Contacts of three referees:

Applications should reach the University through the following address not later than Monday 19^th April 2021 at 5 pm.

 

University Secretary,
Kabale University,
Kikungiri Campus
P.O Box 317,
Kabale.

OR

Kabale University Kampala Liaison Office,
3rd Floor, Reev House, Plot 515,
Opposite Gapco Petrol Station, Bombo Road,
Wandegeya -Kampala.

 

NB: Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

Those who had applied earlier need not to re-apply

Applicants shall be subjected to background check.

KABALE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES ORGANIZATION