The Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) is built on the foundation of the former University College of Education Zanzibar established in 1998 by a charity organization; Kuwait based, Direct Aid (DA). In line with this expansion, SUMAIT wishes to invites applications from suitable qualified Individuals to fill the vacant administrative posts as follows:-

DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR FOR ADMINISTRATION and FINANCE (DVC (AF)

The Council of Abdulraman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) seeks to recruit a Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance) from suitably qualified and competent individuals with excellent credentials. The Deputy Vice- Chancellor shall work under the directives of the Vice-Chancellor of the University.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for administration and finance is the principal assistant to the Vice-Chancellor in all matters pertaining to the administration of the University, including the administration of funds, planning and management of assets of the University and will act as vice chancellor in the absence of both the Vice-Chancellor and the Deputy Vice- Chancellor responsible for Academic Affairs.

The candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of sound financial and administrative policies needed by the University to realize its mission, vision and strategic objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Planning, Finance shall: –

• B e the overall responsible for direction and administration of the Division of Administration, Finance and Planning of the university.
• E nsure the university Management is properly and promptly advised to comply with all statutory and legal requirements currently in force.
• B e accountable to Vice Chancellor in respect to matters related to Planning, Finance and Administration
• Supervise and maintain acceptable standards of staff.
• P rovide leadership and supervisory guidance to the general administration and personnel management of the University.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

• A dvise the Vice Chancellor on all administrative, personnel, planning and financial matters.
• E nsure implementation of policies and strategies that support the realization of University’s overall mission and vision.
• D evelop and implement University regulations, policies as well as adhere to national laws and regulations to ensure effective performance and delivery of services.
• C oordinate the design, implementation, revision and evaluation of the University’s periodic strategic plan.
• D evelop internal and external linkages with other academic institutions, industry, government agencies, funding organizations and other relevant bodies that are beneficial to the university.
• B e responsible for formulating financial, accounting, staff and administrative policies and procedures of the University, prepare budget, and submit audited accounts.
• P erform any other related duties as may be assigned to him or her by the Vice Chancellor or by the University.

               Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Competencies

• B e a Professor or an Associate Professor of a recognized University with an earned PhD in a relevant discipline.
• S hould have at least ten (10) years of proven experience in management, leadership and administration, three (3) of which should have been at a senior level from a reputable Institution.
• S hould have good knowledge and skills of financial management and resource mobilization.
• S hould have knowledge and experience in strategic planning and budgeting, policy making and implementation in higher education.
• H ave an understanding of the relevant policy and legal framework for financial management for higher education in Tanzania.
• Should have good communication, negotiation and people skills.

Tenure:

The      Deputy     Vice      Chancellors      Academic     Affair     and      Finance      and Administration shall serve the office for a term of four (4) years and may be reappointed for another term of four (4) years subject to the Council recommendations and approval of the Board of Trustees on evidence of excellent performance.

Remuneration:

According to Abdulraman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) Salary Scale.