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/03/24

Requirements for Appointment:

• A Master’s degree in the relevant field from a recognized University;
• At least ten (10) years of continuous University service/ research industry; three (3) of which must have been as Assistant Registrar (Grade 12) 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;
• A registered member of a relevant professional body (where applicable); and
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Duties and responsibilities

• To manage and co-ordinate research data consolidation in the University;
• To oversee and coordinate data for consumption of stakeholders such as STI – NACOSTI;
• To oversee and coordinate administration of Innovation and Research Weeks;
• Coordinate and facilitate internal research teams, Grants office and external partners and collaborators;
• 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;
• 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