Job Description
University of Nairobi
Applicants are invited for the following position:
Executive Director, University of Nairobi Alumni Association (UONAA)
(Assistant Registrar Level)
Ref: AC/4/182/15
(R & T)
1 Post
1.0 Introduction
The University of Nairobi Alumni Association (UONAA) was founded by the UON Alumni in 2005 with a vision of becoming a leader in promoting active, visible leadership in the community and to foster interaction between alumni and the students of the University of Nairobi and the Industry.
To achieve this vision, the Association is looking for skilled, dynamic and talented persons to assist in the growth and development of the Association.
2.0 The Position
The successful candidate will report to the Board of Directors and will be expected to be in charge of
- Policy and Strategy Formulation;
- Overall In-Charge of the Office Operations;
- Resource Mobilization and Proposals Development;
- Fund-raising and seeking donations for the Association;
- Ensuring that statutory and legal requirements are implemented;
- Implementing Executive Committee resolutions;
- Protocol and Public Relations function and receiving the Association’s guests;
- Link person between the industry, local/international Chapters and the Association.
3.0 Key Requirements
Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Management or equivalent qualifications; PhD will be an added advantage.
They must possess excellent interpersonal Communication Skills/Public Relations and a good understanding of the Alumni Affairs in a university setting.
In addition, they should have a track record in fundraising and friends-raising, project management and demonstrate hands-on skills in resource mobilization.
They should be Computer Literate. Applicants who are members of the UoN Alumni Association will have added advantage.
4.0 Other Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrable experience in Alumni Affairs
- Demonstrated technical capacity to engage different partners
- Knowledge and training in Alumni Management locally and internationally
- Understanding of public/private sector international relations and collaboration
- Energy and capacity to meet and surpass set targets
- Passionate for excellence and teamwork
5.0 Terms: The position is on three (3) year contract renewable based on performance.
Notes
How to Apply
1. Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, advancement activities and testimonials.
2. Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.
They should quote post reference code as shown in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed to :-
The Vice-Chancellor
University of Nairobi
P.O Box 30197-00100
Nairobi
Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: Tuesday May 6, 2015
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