Vice Chancellor The Zambia Catholic University

A vacancy has arisen for the position of Vice Chancellor at the Zambia Catholic University to be filled by a dynamic, innovative and visionary individual.

A Search Committee acting on behalf of the University Council invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the appointment to the position.

1.  JOB PURPOSE
The Vice Chancellor is the chief academic, financial, and administrative head of the University. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the strategic leadership in financial, administrative and academic management of the institution to ensure that it attains its role of fostering economic, social, moral and spiritual development through research and innovation.

2.  DUTIES

In performing the functions of the job, the Vice Chancellor shall develop educational frameworks, policies and take ownership of the University Strategic Plan which outlines the University’s strategic goals. These include, to:

a) Direct, promote and coordinate all the activities of the University;

b) Act as the representative of the University and be its spokesperson in its  external relations;

c) Assume administrative responsibilities for the day-to-day operations and  implementing University development plans including human capital development;

d) Promoting a good labour relations environment within the University;

e) Have a direct oversight of day-to-day operations of the core academic activities, resource mobilization and management, quality assurance and compliance;

f) Have foresight on student services, welfare and academic support;

g) Create and maintain networks with partners and stakeholders;

h) Perform such other functions and have other powers as the University Council may, by Statutes, prescribe.

3.  QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

a) Holder of an earned doctorate from a recognised institution of higher learning or equivalent professional qualification;

b) Accomplished record of scholarship, research, teaching and service;

c) Knowledge of University systems;

d) Not less than five (5) years of relevant experience at senior management  level of at least Head of Faculty (Dean), or director in a university or similar institution;

e) Experience in administrative and financial management;

f) Ability to create networks with internal and external stakeholders;

g) Experience in resource mobilization, visionary with ability to inspire others.

4.  ATTRIBUTES

a) Good communication skills;

b) Reliable, self-confident, with humility and integrity;

c) Self-motivated and a team player;

d) Possess excellent organizational and leadership skills;

e) Strictly adhere to good corporate governance;

f) Openness, flexibility, receptive to change and ability to manage change;

g) Must be a practising Catholic.

5.  REMUNERATION

The University offers an attractive remuneration package for the person appointed to the position of Vice Chancellor as determined by the University Council from time to time.

6.  TENURE

The Vice Chancellor is appointed to hold office for a period of five (5) years which is renewable for a similar period depending on performance.