Job Description

The Governing Council of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, announces for the information of the Academic Community and the General Public, vacancy for the Position of Director of the Institute of Distance Learning of the University: 

The Position
The Director is the Head of the Institute and shall provide academic and administrative leadership to the Institute. He shall also provide strategic direction for the mobilization of resources for the Institute; oversee the implementation of the Institute's strategic plan within the context of the University's strategic plan; ensure appropriate branding to project the Institute; and coordinate the activities of the zones and centres within the Institute in accordance with policies and procedures prescribed by the Act and Statutes of the University. 

Terms of Appointment

• The Appointment, which is full-time, shall be for THREE (3) YEARS in the first instance and may be renewed for another term of THREE (3) YEARS, subject to evaluation of performance, altogether making a maximum of SIX (6) YEARS, The Candidate may opt to be a Faculty Member after serving the Two Terms by his/her SIXTIETH (60th) BIRTHDAY
• The Successful Applicant shall be expected to assume duty by August 01, 2018.
• Salary and fringe benefits attached to the position are attractive.

Required Skills or Experience

The Person  

• Applicant must possess a minimum of Master's degree and relevant professional qualification from a recognised Institution.
• Must be a Registered and Practicing Member/Fellow of a recognised professional body(ies).
• Must have at least ten (10) years post-qualification experience in project management, procurement management and physical development etc. in a higher educational institution or analogous institution.
• Must have handled and completed projects of considerably high magnitude and value within a team environment.
• Must have proven leadership and managerial capabilities to lead and co-ordinate staff and activity.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.