DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (DVC-AA)

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (DVC-AA)

November 17, 2025.
St. Ignatius University Kabale invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacancies advertised below. The application must include; a cover letter; a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating two referees, certified copies of all relevant academic transcripts and certificates, a photocopy of the applicant’s National ID and colored passport size photo. Applicants are required to submit complete applications.

Kindly address the Application to;

THE UNIVERSITY SECRETARY
ST. IGNATIUS UNIVERSITY KABALE,
P. O BOX 884 KABALE, UGANDA.

Applications can be delivered either physically to the University, or sent via email not later than 5:00pm EAT on 5th December 2025.
E-mail: us@iguka.ac.ug

 

Position: DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (DVC-AA)
Reports to: VICE CHANCELLOR
Duty station: KABALE DISTRICT

QUALIFICATIONS.

  1. Minimum academic qualification of PhD.
  2. Four (4) years’ experience in a senior administrative leadership role (preferably at the level of Dean or above).
  3. A minimum of ten (10) years as a professional in teaching and research in Universities or other Tertiary Institutions with significant experience in curriculum development, research administration and fundraising.
  4. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills essential for collaborating with various stakeholders within and outside the University.
  5. Proactive Problem Solving, Strategic Planning and Excellent Human Resource Management Skills.
  6. The applicant must be a person of proven integrity, professionalism and dedication to Community Service.
  7. A proven record of publications in reputable journals.

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT
The appointment shall be for a five (5) years contract renewable once, subject to satisfactory performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs shall report directly to the Vice-Chancellor and shall be:

  1. Responsible for managing the academic affairs of the University including evaluating performance to identify priorities for continuous improvement and innovation.
  2. Responsible for inter-institutional relations on academic affairs in close collaboration with the Vice Chancellor.
  3. Responsible for scanning the Higher Education sector for new developments and best practices (national, regional and international), including relevant legislation, bringing them to the University’s attention and implementing them in the University as appropriate.
  4. Responsible for curriculum development, review, submission and follow up with relevant regulatory authorities.
  5. Responsible for coordinating planning, forecasting and budgeting for the Academic Division of the University.
  6. Responsible for initiating proposals for academic innovation, community outreach, partnerships and academic linkages with other institutions.
  7. Responsible for spearheading efforts to increase IGUKA’s competitiveness in the Education sector.
  8. Responsible for quality assurance in teaching and research.
  9. Responsible for supporting the professional growth of the academic staff.
  10. The Chairperson of the Scholarship Committee.
  11. An ex-officio member of Council and Council Committees.
  12. Responsible for enhancing and overseeing the performance of the research, grants and innovations office.
  13. Responsible for ensuring compliance with national higher education policies, regulations, and standards.
  14. Assigned any other function or duties by the Vice Chancellor or University Governing Council from time to time.

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