JOB OBJECTIVE

The job holder will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership over the KCA University Center for Open and Distance Education (CODE).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide the leadership, implementation, and supervision of all Open and Distance Education (ODE) programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the recruitment and management of staff involved in ODE.
• Promote enrolment growth of the KCA University ODE in line with the long-term strategic goal of being a virtual campus.
• Promote institutional compliance with Universities Standards and Guidelines for ODE by the Commission for University Education (CUE)
• Be the liaison to faculty, staff and University Management on ODE matters.
• Promote effective and efficient delivery of ODE.
• Collaborate with the Head of Information Communication Technology (HoICT) to identify and recommend novel information technologies relevant for effective online learning.
• Coordinate professional development activities for University ODE faculty.
• In conjunction with Director, Quality Assurance, analyze ODE assessment data and provide annual reports to the Vice Chancellor & CEO through the Deputy ViceChancellor, Academic and Student Affairs.
• Prepare annual ODE report identifying the current successes and challenges to inform continuous improvement.
• Liaise with the Head of Marketing and Deans of Schools to market ODE programmes.
• Prepare and maintain the ODE budget within established policies and practice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a Ph.D. degree in Educational Media Technology or closely related field from an accredited/recognized University
• Must be at least a Senior Lecturer or qualified to be appointed one
• Have at least five (3) years of academic and research experience at a University.
• Have at least three (3) years of working in instructional technology or online education
• Must demonstrate outstanding administrative/managerial capability in the organisation and management
• Be a registered member of a professional association

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong personal and professional integrity, effective verbal and written
• communication skills, and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks with varying priorities.
• Knowledge of best practices in educational technologies, instructional design, and quality online course delivery;
• Knowledge of LMSs – specifically Moodle and/or Blackboard.
• Working experience with various multimedia software
• Superior interpersonal and team-oriented aptitude.
• Ability to advise faculty in the designing, development, and implementation of technology that supports and enhances quality instruction and student learning.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to students and staff.

REMUNERATION

• The successful candidate will be compensated with appropriate allowances and a competitive salary commensurate with the academic rank.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The job holder is responsible for ensuring efficient and effective communication and public relations in the University

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement communication strategy of the University.
• Implement Public Relations policies, strategies and campaigns.
• Contribute stories, photos and editing of the internal newsletter.
• Compile and produce communication content for the University.
• Develop innovative website content and ensure regular update of the site in liaison with the Head of ICT.
• Consult with relevant internal departments to project the university’s corporate message to both external and internal media.
• Assist in monitoring and measuring the overall effectiveness and impact of internal communication strategy and related activities.
• Organize and Coordinate University events and protocol activities.
• Coordinate media coverage of University activities.
• Provide editorial services for the University’s communications tools.
• Monitor, analyze and communicate Public relations outcomes on a quarterly basis,
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies, Public Relations or its equivalent field from an accredited/recognized institution.
• Three (3) years’ work experience in a University OR six (6) years’ work experience in a comparable Institution.
• Computer skills in related areas from a recognised Institution.

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent analytical skills;
• Excellent writing and editing skills:
• Well-developed report writing skills;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines.