Maseno University is a university based in Maseno, near Kisumu, Kenya, founded in 1991. It is one of seven public universities in Kenya.

MSU/PRI/RRP/02/24

Requirements for Appointment:

• A Master’s degree in the relevant field from a recognized University;
• PhD will be an added advantage;
• At least ten (10) years of continuous university service; Three (3) of which must have been as a Senior Assistant Registrar (Grade 13) or equivalent position, with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines;
• Ability to lead, guide, coordinate and facilitate strategic planning processes;
• Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret research, innovation and intellectual property rights matters;
• Be of the highest ethical standards, accountability and professionalism, team work and good stewardship; and
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Duties and responsibilities

• Management of Partnerships, Research, and Innovation matters/functions of the University under the overall leadership of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Partnership, Research and Innovation);
• Assist in coordinating and implementation of University policies in the Division;
• Participation in formulation and implementation of Divisional strategic plan;
• Support of effective administrative systems in line with the University policies, procedures and best practices;
• Assist in formulation, planning and implementation of the Divisional budgets and Procurement Plans.
• Advisor to Registrar (Partnership, Research and Innovation);
• Provide secretarial for the PRI Division;
• Management of Research, Innovation and Extension records;
• Ensuring confidentiality and security of information; and
• Any other duties that may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Skills and competencies

Applicants should possess the following:

• Grant call searches
• Computer literacy skills
• Team building and team work
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Skills for innovativeness
• Organizational skills
• Networking skills