The Vice Chancellor Prof. Linus M. Gitonga held a luncheon with the Heads of Departments (HoDs) at the University. The aim of the luncheon was to encourage dialogue, sharing of issues and structure a way forward in a bid to improve service delivery. The VC encouraged the heads of departments to support him in executing the mandate of the university. The HoDs were encouraged to escalate issues that they could not handle at their level and carry out their duties as expected of them.
The VC further observed that as leaders, the HoDs should carry themselves with dignity and treat their colleagues with the same. He encouraged them to let everybody feel self-important and dignified. He further encouraged them to create consistency and make the work environment conducive as they continue to build capacity within their departments.
The VC also emphasized on the need to involve the members of staff in applying skills in their fields of professions in their respective areas at the University. It was noted that there was need to build working structures with clear mode of communication and proper working systems.
The Heads of Departments appreciated the opportunity accorded them by the VC to share their issues and concerns.