UGANDA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY JOBS VACANCIES (NEW)

UGANDA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
Job Title:     Deputy Vice Chancellor for Development and External Relations (DVC-DER)
Rank:          CU2
Reports to:  Vice Chancellor
Departments under the Office of DVC-DER:  Planning, Development, Public Relations, Chaplaincy, Projects, Financial Aid 

Purpose of the JobThe Deputy Vice Chancellor for External Relations (DVC-DER) shall be responsible to oversee planning, development, and communications functions and to expand strong ties between the University Management and the University Council, domestic stakeholders and overseas partners, particularly in the areas of financial development.
He or she shall be one of the three Deputy Vice Chancellors (DVCs) mandated in to the University Charter who serve under the Vice Chancellor and form his Cabinet. In all activities below, he or she  shall work closely with the Vice Chancellor and fellow DVCs.
Qualifications and experience
Master’s degree from a recognised institution
1.Demonstrated Christian leadership who confesses Christ and affirms to the instruments of identity of the University
2.Should have at least five (5) years prior experience in a senior position of leadership and management preferably in higher education.
3.Relevant experience in networking and mobilisation; public speaking skills, skills in fund-raising, project planning and development
4.Must be a member of the Church of Uganda or of the Anglican Communion Churches in fellowship with the Church of Uganda.
Scope of Work
University Council Relations
The DVC/DER shall seek to develop the University Council as an active body, playing its role within the overall governing structure of the University. He or she:
1.Shall seek to identify strategic Council members and make use of their positions and gifts for the furtherance of the University’s purposes.
2.Shall work in particular with chairpersons to promote the particular work of the Boards.
3.Shall organise workshops and other community building exercises for the Council
Planning, Development and Communications Functions
The DVC-DER shall oversee functions related to building up the University in reputation and in facilities.  He or she:
1.Shall oversee strategic, financial, physical, and human resource planning.
2.Shall contribute to the spiritual and mental health of Uganda Christian University’s Christian community.
3.Shall assure effective communications with stakeholders, donors, and alumni about the University and its programmes and services.
4.Shall cause good record to be kept of alumni, donors, and other partners who can assist the University in its development.
5.Shall seek to employ modern methods of communication with all current or potential partners including web-based, interactive, and social networking media.
6.Shall review and oversee implementation of agreements with partner institutions both domestic and international.
Domestic Stakeholder Relations
The DVC-DER shall seek to cultivate relationships with stakeholders and donors in the Uganda Government, in the corporate community, in the NGO and non-profit sector, in the academic community, and in the churches. He or she:
1.Shall join appropriate national boards and forums where matters relevant to the University arise.
2.Shall assist the Vice Chancellor in facilitating projects requiring governmental approval or funding.
3.Shall help coordinate projects involving governmental and non-governmental organisations.
4.Shall represent the University on ecumenical and Church of Uganda councils where appropriate.
5.Shall provide liaison with Uganda Christian University Holdings Company.
6.Shall cultivate a culture of philanthropy, develop a donor base in Uganda and seek financial support from individuals.
7.Shall seek to advance programmes of mutual interest between the University and other organisations.
Overseas Partner Relations
The DVC-DER shall coordinate communication with overseas partners as well as travel and represent the University at various international functions, with particular focus on cultivating donor relationships. He or she:
1.May participate in the Board of Uganda Christian University Partners its various locations, when practical.
2.Shall speak at events, conferences or assemblies of different types as invited.
3.Shall make donor solicitations in collaboration with the Vice Chancellor.

Method of application:
1.Send an application letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with an updated Curriculum Vitae and three references.
2.Copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts

The Human Resource Manager
Pilkington Building
Uganda Christian University
P. O. Box 4, Mukono
Email: akatabaazi@ucu.ac.ugThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Deadline: 5:00p.m. Friday, 28th January 2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted