Dean - School of Business & Economics

• Lead curriculum review and programme development to meet industry and academic standards.
• Promote innovative teaching, learning, and assessment methods.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and quality assurance requirements.
• Develop and implement a turnaround strategy aligned with the University's goals.
• Manage the School's budget and optimise resource use.
• Grow enrolment, student retention, and alternative revenue streams.
• Build partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and other institutions.
• Strengthen research culture and support academic staff in research activities.
• Lead staff performance management, development, and engagement initiatives.

• Hold a relevant earned PhD in Business from a recognised University.
• Be at least a Senior Lecturer or Senior Research Fellow by academic rank.
• Have a strong record of academic achievement including teaching, research, publications, postgraduate supervision, and curriculum development.
• Demonstrate leadership experience and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Have experience in strategic planning, organisational transformation, and institutional turnaround.
• Proven ability to grow enrolment, manage budgets, and optimise resources.
• Understand Kenya's higher education regulatory environment and university business education market.
• Be an active member in good standing of a relevant professional body.
• OR alternatively, have a relevant PhD with at least 6 years professional experience post-PhD, 5 years in senior management, and a track record of sustainable institutional management and turnaround.
• Demonstrate commercial acumen, evidence-based decision-making, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong communication and negotiation skills.

Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before Monday, 16 November 2026.