Egerton University is the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya. It was founded as a Farm School in 1939 by Lord Maurice Egerton of Tatton, a British national who settled in Kenya in the 1920s. In 1950, the School was upgraded to an Agricultural College offering diploma programmes.

Director (Research and Extension) Grade 15 (1 post) – EU/ARE/2024 – 1005

Summary

Egerton University is a public University which aspires to be a World Class University for the advancement of humanity. To strengthen its Research and Extension portfolio, the University wishes to recruit a suitableapplicant for the position of Director, Research and Extension. The successful candidate will be expected to play a leading role in the implementation of the envisaged transformation process, mainly in the research, extension and consultancy functions of the University

Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications and requirements:

• Must be a Professor or Associate Professor of the University with at least eight (8) years of experience in a senior academic, research and management position or with proven experience in executive leadership position in an institution of comparable status or with proven experience in leading multidisciplinary and international research programmes.
• Must have extensive experience in research leadership that will stimulate the realization of the University Vision.
• Must demonstrate experience in networking, fundraising and resource mobilization including harnessing research and development grants.
• Must have ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the research, extension and consultancy functions in the University.
• Must be an accomplished scholar with proven track record in supervising and mentoring Master and PhD students.
• Must have a proven track record of research and publications in peer reviewed journals, monographs and books.
• Must meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution (documents will be required for those shortlisted).

Duties and Responsibilities

The Director (Research and Extension) will assist the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Research and Extension) in the day to day running of the Research, Extension and Consultancy functions of the University. His/her specific responsibilities will include:

• Providing leadership, guidance, and direction in the division;
• Developing, implementing and monitoring the strategic plan of the University
• Developing and implementing research, extension and consultancy plans and policies, to ensure efficient performance and delivery of services in line with the University’s strategic plan and performance contracting.
• Mobilize and solicit financial support for research and community extension through fundraising activities from industry and donor organizations.
• Maintain collaboration and linkages with both local and international institutions of higher learningfor academic research and innovation programmes.
• Coordinating the design, implementation, maintenance and development of appropriate policies, procedures and systems, and activities stipulated in the performance contract.
• Management of research, extension and consultancy services and production of extension educationmaterials
• Training and development of staff in research and project management.
• Coordination of seminars, workshops, exhibitions, conferences and symposia.
• Ensuring that performance contract reports are submitted to the relevant authorities within the stipulated period.

Terms and Conditions of Service The post of Director (Research and Extension) is a five-year (5) contract and will be eligible for renewal once based on satisfactory performance. The position carries a competitive remuneration package, terms and benefits. The entry point will depend on qualifications and experience.