Dean at Tharaka University

DEAN, FACULTY OF LAW GRADE 12 Ref: TUN/AD/04/09/24

Responsible to: Deputy Vice-Chancellor ARSA

Duties and Responsibilities:

• i. Provide visionary leadership to develop and enhance the faculty’s academic programmes, and strategic initiatives that align with the University's mission and objectives.
• ii. Ensure the continuous improvement and academic excellence of the faculty’s academic programmes, ensuring they remain current and relevant to the legal profession, both locally and internationally Promote professional growth and development for faculty members, enhancing their leadership, teaching capabilities, and transferable skills through various support mechanisms and training initiatives.
• Spearhead scholarly activities, including research, publications, and academic consultancy, to advance the field of law and the faculty’s reputation in the legal academic community.
• Deliver lectures, mentor students, and implement effective support systems to ensure student success and excellence in their legal studies.
• Manage productive relationships with external stakeholders, including legal professionals, alumni, law firms, and governmental bodies, to strengthen the faculty’s relevance and impact.
• Ensure that the faculty adheres to statutory regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices while maintaining accountability to University leadership.

Academic / Professional Requirements

For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:

• Must have an earned Ph.D. degree in the relevant area or its equivalent from a recognized academic institution.
• At least 3 years of experience in teaching, research, and scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed law journals.
• Proven experience in University administration, such as heading a department or faculty