Job Description

Job Description

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) is situated Bondo Town within Siaya County on Bondo Usenge Road. JOOUST is the successor of Bondo University College (BUC) which was established by the Government of Kenya as a Constituent College of Maseno University through a Legal Order No. 56 of 11th May 2009. The University is a premier institution of higher learning offering relevant and quality market driven academic programmes for steering Socio-economic development. The University is strategically located at the quiet serene beaches of Lake Victoria and focuses on the development of Kenya’s cultural heritage through the utilization of the vast natural resources for academic advancement and research purposes premised on improving the socio-economic status of communities. The location of the University is not only friendly for pursuit of academic excellence and scholarship but also suitable for the high profile research undertaking as well as community outreach. JOOUST is a centre of excellence in training, research and community outreach services offering practical and market oriented courses. As part of our culture, we are committed to timely delivery of quality services commensurate with our client’s expectations. We take cognizance of the limitations due to resources constraints in accessing university education. In all your dealings and undertakings with us, it is envisaged that you treat us with courtesy and respect as our esteemed and treasured client We are committed to the principle of zero tolerance to corruption and in order to achieve this, we shall provide comprehensive information on our services and details of associated costs, conversely we appeal to you not offer gifts, money or other favours to our staff in exchange of a service. Finally, feel free and welcome to give feedback and advice on how you feel we could be add value to your academic advancement and socio-economic well being.

REF: JOOUST/FIN/CFO/5/22

Job Responsibilities and Roles

The Chief Finance officer shall provide leadership in financial matters of the University including preparation of comprehensive financial statements, monitor the budget and the finance department operations to ensure that the financial reports comply with the international financial reporting standards and other relevant regulations and guidelines for proper running of the university. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor through the Deputy Vice Chancellor for the time being responsible for finance, the Chief Finance Officer shall be responsible for the following:

• Formulate, develop and implement financial policies for the finance department to ensure that they are in line with the financial regulations and accounting standards.


• Develop annual budgets for the institution for proper management of resources


• Advise the on new investment opportunities for the university to aid in generation of income and increase the university net worth.


• Allocate duties to the finance staff and supervise them to ensure quality service delivery to the students, staff and other authorized guests who may require finance services.


• Provide management advice on the final financial statements before being submitted to the auditors for examination on their status in regard to true and fair representation of the university.


• Provide advice to the institution on financial matters for example financial status, source of funds, donors and how to allocate funds to various projects that that are viable to the university.


• Control the financial resources to ensure optimal utilization of financial resources through proper allocation of funds to various departments in the institution.


• Review the university financial statements to ensure that they comply with the regulatory requirements e.g., international financial reporting standards.


• Organize staff training and development programs to ensure continuous development of staff for better services in the department.


• Monitor the university expenditure to ensure university budgetary control is strictly adhered to for proper utilization of the university resources.


• Prepare management and statutory reports and publications for submission to public.


• Consolidate budget for the entire university compliance with the financial standards and regulatory framework


• Prepare comprehensive financial statements for publication and presentation to the relevant regulatory bodies to show the status of the university.


• Approve and authorize the university expenditure in line with the budget to support the university operations and promote academic excellence

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• PhD holder in Finance, Accounting or any other related field with ten (10) years’ experience OR Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or any other related field with fifteen (15) years of relevant experience with the Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, economics or its equivalent


• Must have served as Deputy Finance Officer grade 14 or equivalent for at least three (3) years in a university or equivalent institution.


• CPA(K), ACCA or CIMA(UK) or equivalent qualification.


• Must be a member to relevant professional body for example Institute of Certified Public Accountants with at least three (3) years in good standing since registration.


• Knowledge and practical experience in use of ERP System desirable


• Must possess working knowledge of computerized financial management systems e.g., ACCPAC, Sage, Pastel, Great Plains Microsoft Dynamics


• Demonstrate outstanding qualities of leadership, coordination and organizational capabilities, at top management level.

Method of Application

Submit your CV with three referees, details of current remuneration, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and testimonials as well as names and contacts ( including postal and email addresses, and daytime telephone numbers) and Application to  vc@jooust.ac.ke
Use the title of the position as the subject of the email

Closing Date : 15 May. 2022

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