DEADLINE: 14/04/2025

Second Deputy Vice-Chancellor

Contract

Makerere University is seeking applications from suitably qualified applicants for the position of Second Deputy Vice-Chancellor. The Second Deputy Vice-Chancellor must possess a strong background in financial management, planning, resource mobilization, and strategic institutional management.

Salary Scale: PU2
Duty Station: Makerere University

The Second Deputy Vice-Chancellor will report to the Vice–Chancellor and shall:
a) Assist the Vice-Chancellor in the performance of his or her functions and in that regard be responsible for the Finance and Administration of the University;
b) In the absence of the Vice-Chancellor and the First Deputy Vice-Chancellor, perform the functions of the Vice-Chancellor;
c) Perform such other functions that may be delegated to him or her by the Vice-Chancellor or assigned by the University Council.

Purpose of the Job

To provide leadership and coordination of Finance and Administration matters to ensure effective and efficient implementation of policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

a) Initiate, obtain approval of and promote policies, plans and programmes that will enhance the financial and administrative capacity of the University;
b) Oversee the planning and budgeting process of the University resources;
c) Oversee the mobilization of resources for the University;
d) Monitor the efficient utilization of the University resources;
e) Oversee the development and implementation of a staff development programme;
f) Oversee the development and implementation of a performance management system for the University;
g) Oversee the development and implementation of a risk management framework for the University.

Candidate Specification

a) Hold a PhD or any other academic doctorate;
b) Be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor level in an institution whose academic ranking is comparable with that of Makerere University as accepted by Senate;
c) Be a Ugandan citizen within the age bracket of 40 to 65 years at the time of application.

Academic Qualifications:
a) Earned a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a relevant discipline;
b) Minimum 5 years of progressive academic experience, including teaching, research, and academic administration at the level of Dean of a School or higher;
c) At least 10 peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, or equivalent databases;
d) Supervised at least five (5) postgraduate students (Masters and PhD) to completion and graduation; at least two of these students must have been at the level of PhD.

Strategic Planning & Governance:
a) Evidence of having served or participated in university-level strategic planning processes including, membership to strategic planning committees and contribution to policy development and institutional growth;
b) At least five years of demonstrated experience in academic programme accreditation processes contributing to the securing approvals from the relevant national or international regulatory bodies;
c) Demonstrated evidence in leading at least one (1) higher education ICT integration initiative, improving online learning, digital governance, or student information systems or the development of at least one online course curriculum.

Leadership & Administrative Experience:
a) A minimum of 5 years of senior administrative leadership in a recognised institution comparable to that of Makerere University, as accepted by the Senate, at the level of Dean of a School or higher;
b) Participated in the development and implementation of at least two (2) administrative policies improving quality assurance, or institutional governance;
c) Demonstrated ability to lead a school or college, ensuring optimal performance and professional development of members;
d) Proven track record of mentoring at least 10 staff members toward career progression, including capacity development in areas of administration, grants, and resource mobilization;
e) Participated in at least three (3) university committees or initiatives on administrative policy development, resource mobilization, or staff welfare;
f) Participation in mediation of at least five (5) staff grievances, ensuring fair and transparent resolutions.

Financial & Resource Management:
a) Successfully managed budgets exceeding UGX 500,000,000= in a leadership role;
b) Led at least two (2) resource mobilisation initiatives, increasing funding for research, scholarships, or infrastructure;
c) Secured at least one (1) international partnership to enhance funding, or infrastructure development;
d) Developed and executed at least three (3) cost-cutting strategies, optimising institutional resources without compromising quality;
e) Published at least three (3) peer reviewed articles, books, book chapters, or technical reports on financial management, resource mobilization, or institutional administration.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:
a) Built at least five (5) partnerships with government agencies, private sector stakeholders, or international institutions;
b) Successfully led at least two (2) community engagement or outreach programmes, strengthening university-industry relations;
c) Served on or contributed to at least three (3) University, national, or international policy boards, shaping higher education discourse.

Personal Attributes:
a) Proven record of upholding institutional integrity, with no record of financial mismanagement or ethical violations;
b) Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills, having led at least five (5) crisis resolution initiatives;
c) Recognized for leadership excellence, receiving at least one (1) award or recognition for contributions to higher education or institutional management.

Tenure

The First Deputy Vice Chancellor shall hold office for a period of five years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for one more term.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application letters. The following documents shall comprise a complete application:
a) A signed letter of application;
b) A vision statement;
c) Curriculum Vitae with contact details signed and dated by the applicant;
d) Copies of required minimum number of publications;
e) Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates;
f) Three (3) letters of recommendation;
g) Copies of letters of appointment to leadership positions at the level of Dean of a School in a national accredited university or other academic institution;
h) A copy of the applicant’s National Identity Card or passport;
i) A copy of the last clearance from the Inspector General of Government or other equivalent national body;
j) Referees should be advised to send confidential reference letters, addressed to the Chairperson Search Committee for the Position of First Deputy Vice Chancellor and delivered directly to the address below by 5:00 pm on Monday 14th April, 2025;
k) The references should cover the following areas: the applicant’s academic credential, experience, leadership, managerial and administrative skills and personal integrity.

Both Hardcopy and Electronic (Email) applications shall be accepted.
(a) Hardcopy applications: Both confidential letters and sealed applications marked “CONFIDENTIAL: POSITION OF FIRST DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR” should be addressed to:
SECRETARY SEARCH COMMITTEE
THE ACADEMIC REGISTRAR
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
6TH Floor, ROOM 602, SENATE BUILDING
P.O.BOX 7062, KAMPALA, UGANDA

(b) Electronic media (e-mail) applications: should have all the above documents scanned and emailed to search.dvcaa@mak.ac.ug by 5.00 pm East African Standard Time on Monday 14th April, 2025.

Please note that:
(a) Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
(b) Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

For more Information and inquiries:

Visit our website https://mak.ac.ug/search-fordvcs OR email us on search.dvcaa@mak.ac.ug OR Call Telephone number: +256-414-532634 during working hours (between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday).