THE MUHIMBILI UNIVERSTY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES
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Section heading and table of contents only; no substantive rule is stated in the provided text. This excerpt lists university offices and bodies, including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, deans, directors, the Council, and the Senate. This section is a heading for staff associations, convocation and alumni associations, and students' organization under Part V on subsidiary legislation. This section lists topics covered in section 29 and says the Council may make Rules and the Senate may make By-Laws. Gender discrimination is not allowed, and gender balance must be observed.
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Section 8
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8. Citation Date of commencement Interpretation PART II ESTABLISHMENT, FUNCTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP OF THE UNIVERSITY Establishment of the University Aim Objects and functions Powers of the University Membership of the University 1 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) PART III ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNIVERSITY
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Section 21
AI-assisted research summary: This excerpt lists university offices and bodies, including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, deans, directors, the Council, and the Senate.
21. The Chancellor The Vice-Chance1lor Deputy Vice-Chancellor Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Campus Colleges Deputy Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Associate Principals of Campus Colleges Deans of Schools and Faculties Directors of Institutes, Centres, the Library, etc. Associate Deans and Associate Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorate Staff of the University The Council The Senate Affiliation or adoption of colleges. Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Centres, the Library/Directorate. PART IV ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS - 4 Verify source ↗
(1) There is hereby estab1ished a University to
AI-assisted research summary: This section establishes Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences as a body corporate and gives it certain corporate powers, while restricting some investments unless the Council approves.
4.-(1) There is hereby estab1ished a University to be known as the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences. (2) The University shall be a body corporate with perpetual succession and a common seal, and shall, in its corporate name be capable of- (a) suing and being sued; (b) taking, purchasing or otherwise acquiring, holding, charging, leasing, licensing the use of, hiring and hiring out and disposing of any movable or immovable property; (c) from time to time borrowing such sums as it may require for its purposes; (d) investing in land, debenture stocks, preferential shares, and other securities but not to invest in the equity of any company other than a company wholly owned by the University and estab1ished for the execution of any of the functions of the University without specific approval of the Council; (e) to borrow money for any purpose deemed fit by the Council and to invest in land or securities such funds as may be vested in it or such other funds as may not be immediately required for current expenditure; 7 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (f) doing or performing all such other things or acts as are necessary the proper performance of its functions under, and for the furtherance of the provisions of, this Act and which may lawfully be done or performed by a body corporate. for (3) The common seal of the University- (a) shall be kept in such custody as the Council directs and shall not be used except upon the order of the Council; (b) shall be authenticated by the signature of the Vice-Chancellor, or of one other member of the Council duly authorized by the Council in that behalf and of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for administration; (c) when affixed to any document and duly authenticated under this section, shall be judicially noticed, and, unless the contrary is. proved, any necessary order or authorization of the Council under this section shall be presumed to have been duly given. (4) The University shall be a successor to the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences (MUCHS) established by the then Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences Act now repealed and, subject these Rules, all rights, duties the Charter and to obligations, assets and the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences subsisting at the commencement of the Charter to the University and any reference to the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences in any contract or document shall for all purposes be demanded to a reference to the University established under Article 4 of the Charter; liabilities of Aim - 5 Verify source ↗
The aim of the University shall be to provide
AI-assisted research summary: The University’s aim is to provide quality higher education through training, research, and public service.
5. The aim of the University shall be to provide quality higher education through training, research and public service for the attainment of equitable socio- economic development. 8 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Objects and fuctions - 6 Verify source ↗
(1) The objects of the University are the
AI-assisted research summary: This provision states the University’s objects and gives it broad powers to carry them out.
6.-(1) The objects of the University are the advancement of knowledge, creativity, the diffusion and extension of technology and learning, the provision of higher education and research and, so far as is consistent with those objects, the nurturing of the intellectual, aesthetic, social and moral growth of the students at the University. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of sub- Article (1), the objects and functions of the University shall be- (a) Information Technology to advance learning and knowledge by teaching, research and publication particularly in Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing, Public Health Social Sciences, Allied Health and Sciences, Traditional Medicine; to offer consultancy in the fields under paragraph (a); to assume a leading role in the responsibility for University education in the country and to make provision for centers and places of (including continuing learning, education education), professional or vocational training and research; to endeavour to excel in knowledge and human resource capacity building by ensuring a balance between quantity and quality and avoiding the imparting elitist values products of the University; to ensure, as a matter of principle, integration of research, teaching and consultancy at the immediate subject area level with a view to building a distinctive characteristic of the the University as scientific products of professionals and the the University and of its staff as symbols of scientific professionalism; to provide, promote and maintain centres of excellence and exemplary good management terms of knowledge creation, skills in services of to 9 (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) development, effective entrepreneurship and formation of a responsible attitude for the betterment of the society; to produce and supply key policy makers, experts and personnel in charge of key positions in sectors, including industry, public and non- governmental institutions; to advance the frontiers of, enhance, preserve and transmit knowledge; to provide governmental private, and (g) (h) (i) (i) opportunities and prepare students for work as professionals by providing academic, professional and vocational courses of instruction and to take such other steps as may appear necessary or desirable with a view as far as possible to ensuring an output of mainly job- creators who possess professional qualifications and/or skills as opposed to job-seekers; persons and for (ii) learning employment opportunities from disadvantaged groups such as those with physical disabilities, orphans etc; (iii) opportunities for students to engage in productive, service and entertainment activities in medical, allied health sciences, industrial, commercial and cultural spheres in and outside the University; (j) (k) (l) to stimulate and promote intellectual, cultural, scientific and technological development; to create a sense of public responsibility in the education and to promote respect for learning and pursuit of truth; to ensure and promote- (i) research into scientific, technological, economic, political, social, cultural and other matters in the interests of Tanzania 10 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) and mankind in general; and (ii) gender equity and mainstreaming in student enrolment, staff recruitment and governance; (o) (n) (p) and award institute (m) to institute professorships and other posts and offices and to make appointments thereto in line with such organizational structure as shall be approved by the Council; to fellowships, scholarships, bursaries, medals, prizes and other distinction awards and forms of assistance or sponsorship for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge; to hold examinations, to confer degrees, diplomas, certificates or other awards upon persons who have followed courses of study approved by the Senate and have satisfied such other requirements as may be prescribed by the Senate and to confer honorary degrees; to cooperate with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania and the peoples of Tanzania in the planned and orderly development of education, science and technology in the United Republic; to establish mutually negotiated, beneficial and durable links with institutions of learning and research within Tanzania and in other countries; to erect, equip and maintain libraries, art laboratories, workshops, museums, galleries, lecture halls, theatres and rooms, halls of residence and other buildings and facilities required for the purposes of the University including providing its community with a good working and living environment in the University campuses; to establish and maintain botanical gardens, demonstration zoos, including small animal zoos, aquaria, research parks and ponds, and the like as well as boutiques, hotels, shops, (q) (s) (r) 11 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) like, physical education and training grounds and the facilitating, for purposes of expanding perspectives of and promoting teaching, learning, training entrepreneurship and research; to provide and regulate residence, medical, recreational and entertainment facilities, conveniences and opportunities for officers, staff, employees and the University including the disabled; to demand and receive such fees as may from time to time be prescribed by the Council; to enter into such contracts, to establish such trusts and to appoint such officers, staff, independent employees, contractors as may be required by the University; students of agents and (t) (u) (v) (x) (w) to establish pension, superannuation and provident fund schemes for the benefit of its officers, staff or employees or any section thereof and to enter into arrangements with insurance company, the Government, an trustee company or other organizations or any person or persons for the operation of such schemes jointly, severally or otherwise; to admit graduates of other universities to degrees of equal or similar rank in the University; to affiliate other institutions or to admit the members thereof to any of its privileges and to accept attendance at courses of study in such institutions in place of such part of the the attendance at courses of study in University and upon terms and conditions and subject to such rules as may from time to time be determined by the University or to recognize any members of the teaching staff of any College or institution whether affiliated to the University or not as teachers of the University; such (y) 12 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (z) the incorporation of to enter into an agreement with any other institution for that institution into the University and for taking over its property and liabilities and for any purpose not repugnant to the Charter and these Rules; Powers of the University to (aa) to do all such acts and things, whether or not these objects, powers and incidental functions and whether within or without the United Republic as may be requisite in order to further these objects, powers and functions or any of them; and (bb) to do, in accordance with the general law of the United Republic and the Act, all such acts and things, whether or not incidental to these objects, and whether within or without the United Republic as may be requisite in order to further these objects. - 7 Verify source ↗
The University shal1 be a teaching, research,
AI-assisted research summary: The University has power to award and confer degrees, diplomas, certificates, honorary degrees, and other awards, subject to the Charter and related rules.
7. The University shal1 be a teaching, research, consultancy and examining body and shall, subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the Schedule to this Charter, have powers- (a) to offer degrees, diplomas, certificates and other awards in its name; (b) to confer degrees and grant diplomas, certificates or other awards in its own name upon persons who have followed courses of study approved by the Senate and have satisfied such other requirements as may be prescribed by the Senate; (c) to confer honorary degrees (honoris causa); (d) to do such other things as are vested upon it by the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Schedule here to. the Rules contained in Membership the University of - 9 Verify source ↗
(l) There shall be a Chancellor of the University
AI-assisted research summary: The University has a Chancellor who is its head. The Chancellor must confer degrees, diplomas, certificates, and other awards in the University’s name, may have additional non-executive functions and privileges under regulations, and the President or an authorised person may appoint someone to act when the Chancellor cannot perform the office.
9.-(l) There shall be a Chancellor of the University who shall be the head of the University. (2) The Chancellor shall, in the name of the University (a) confer Degrees and grant Diplomas, 14 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Certificates and other awards of the University; (b) have such other non-executive functions and privileges as are or shall be provided under the Regulations or, as the case may be, subsidiary Legislation (3) Where the Chancellor is for any reason unable to perform the functions of his office, the President or any other person authorized by him in that behalf may appoint a person to perform the functions of the office of the Chancellor during such inability. - 10 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have a Vice-Chancellor who serves as the chief executive academic and administrative officer and ex-officio Chairperson of the Senate.
10.-(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall Chancellor be the Chief Executive academic and administrative officer of the University and ex-officio Chairperson of the Senate. (2) Appointment of the Vice-Chancellor shall be effected in the manner prescribed in the Second Schedule to this Charter. - 11 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may provide for one or more Deputy Vice-Chancellors, who assist the Vice-Chancellor and deputize for the office when the Vice-Chancellor is absent or the office is vacant.
11. There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or more than one Deputy Vice-Chancellors as the Council on the advice of the Senate, shall deem appropriate, who, severally or together, shall- (a) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Vice-Chancellor in respect of such matters of the University as shall be assigned to them or their office(s) and as may be prescribed; and (b) deputize for the Vice-Chancellor during his absence or during a vacancy in the office of the Vice-Chancellor. - 12 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Principal for
AI-assisted research summary: Every campus college must have a Principal, and every constituent or connected college must also have a Principal.
12. There shall be a Principal for - (a) every campus college of the University, who shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the academic and administrative matters of the the college and ex-officio University Chairman of the Academic Committee thereof; (b) every constituent college and every connected college of the University who shall be the chief in 15 The vice- Chancellor Deputy Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Associate Principals of Campus Colleges Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Campus Colleges Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Deputy Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Associate Principals of Campus Colleges executive academic and administrative officer of the college and ex-officio Chairman of the Academic Committee thereof. - 13 Verify source ↗
(1) For every Constituent College and every
AI-assisted research summary: Each Constituent or Connected College must have Deputy Principal(s), and each Campus College must have an Associate Principal, who support the Principal and step in when the Principal is absent or the office is vacant.
13.-(1) For every Constituent College and every Connected College of the University, there shall be a Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals who, severally or together, shall- (a) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Principal in respect of such matters of the College as shall be assigned to him or them or his or their office(s) and as may be prescribed; and (b) deputize for the Principal during his absence or during vacancy in the office of Principal. (2) The number of Deputy Principals, not exceeding two shall be determined by the Council upon the recommendation of the Vice Chancellor and on the advice of the Academic Committee and the Governing Board of the College. (3) For every Campus College of the University there shall be an Associate Principal but not more than two Associate Principals, who, severally or together, shall- (a) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Principal in respect of such matters of the College as shall be assigned to him or them or their office(s) and as may be prescribed; and (b) deputize for the Principal during his absence or during a vacancy in the office of Principal. Deans of Schools and Faculties - 14 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Dean for every School and
AI-assisted research summary: Each School and Faculty of the University must have a Dean who serves as its academic and administrative head and chairs its Board.
14. There shall be a Dean for every School and every Faculty of the University who shall be the academic and administrative head thereof and the Chairperson of the Board of the School or, as the case may be, the Faculty. Directors of Institutes, Centres the Library, etc - 15 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Director for every University
AI-assisted research summary: Every university-based institute, library, centre, or directorate must have a Director.
15. There shall be a Director for every University- based institute, library, centre or directorate who shall be the chief executive officer of the Institute, the Library, Centre, or as the case may be, Directorate. 16 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Associate Deans and Associate Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates - 16 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be
AI-assisted research summary: The section provides for Associate Deans for every School and Faculty, and Associate Directors for every Campus Institute, Library Centre, and Directorate. It also says Associate Directors assist and deputize for the Dean or Director when needed.
16.-(1) There shall be- (a) an Associate Dean for every School and every Faculty; and (b) an Associate Director for every Campus Institute, the Library Centre and Directorate, who shall be the assistant to the Dean or, as the case may be, Director, and deputize for the Dean or Director during his absence or during a vacancy in the office of the Dean or, as the case may be Director. Staff of the University The Council (2) There may be more than one Associate Dean of a School or Faculty and more than one Associate Director of an Institute, the Library, Centre or, as the case may be, Directorate. - 17 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be staff of the University,
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have staff, and their appointments and service terms are set by the First Schedule.
17.-(1) There shall be staff of the University, whose appointment and other terms of service shall be as provided for in the First Schedule, to this Charter for the general execution of the academic and administrative functions of the University and related matters. (2) The staff of the University appointed under subparagraph (1) shall bear such title designations and occupying such offices as are provided in the Act or, in accordance thereof, under the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto and as may be prescribed. - 11 Verify source ↗
Composition of the Principal Organs
AI-assisted research summary: Section title: Composition of the Principal Organs.
11. Composition of the Principal Organs. - 12 Verify source ↗
Powers and functions of the Council and the Governing Boards
AI-assisted research summary: This section is about the powers and functions of the Council and the Governing Boards.
12. Powers and functions of the Council and the Governing Boards. - 15 Verify source ↗
Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties and Institutes
AI-assisted research summary: This section concerns boards of colleges, schools, faculties, and institutes.
15. Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties and Institutes. - 16 Verify source ↗
Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee.”
16. Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee. - 17 Verify source ↗
Other Boards and Committees of the Council
AI-assisted research summary: This provision is a heading for “Other Boards and Committees of the Council.”
17. Other Boards and Committees of the Council. - 18 Verify source ↗
The Staff of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “The Staff of the University” and appears within Part IV on the establishment of colleges, schools, faculties, etc.
18. The Staff of the University. PART IV ESTABLISHMENT OF COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, FACULTIES, ETC - 10 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be two principal organs of governance of the
AI-assisted research summary: This section sets the university’s governing bodies and assigns them policy-making and decision-making roles.
10.-(1) There shall be two principal organs of governance of the university, namely, the Council and the Senate. (2) In university colleges other than campus colleges the two organs shall be Governing Boards and Academic Committees. (3) The Council of the University and the Governing Boards of the colleges other than campus colleges shall be the principal overall policy- making organs for the respective institutions. (4) The Council of the university shall be the principal policy- making organ of the university including the university constituent, connected and campus colleges and for general academic policy and related matters . (5) The Governing Board of a constituent and connected college of the university shall be the principal overall policy-making organ for that College subject to the powers of the Council. (6) The Senate of the university and the Academic Committee of a college other than campus colleges shall be the principal overall decision- making organs in respect of all academic matters of the respective institutions. (7) The Senate of the university shall be the principal decision- making organ in respect of all academic matters of the university and all its colleges, faculties, institutes and schools. - 11 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council of the university or a Governing Board of the
AI-assisted research summary: This section sets how the university council or governing board must be made up, how the chair is appointed, and how student and other members are represented.
11.-(1) The Council of the university or a Governing Board of the constituent college shall be composed of not less than 11 and not more than 21 members in number. (2) The Council of the university or Governing Board of the constituent college shall be composed of not less than seventy five percent and not more than eighty percent of its members drawn from outside the university and the remaining shall be drawn from among members of the university. (3) Composition shall as far as possible consist of members of both sexes so that in any event at least one third of membership shall be women. (4) Students shall be represented in the council through their student organization. (5) The Chairman of the Council or the Governing board shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Minister from among three candidates proposed by the Commission. (6) The membership of the Council shall include but not limited to- (a) the Chairman, who shall be appointed by the President; (b) the Vice-Chancellor, as an ex-officio member; (c) the Chief Executive Officer of the main teaching hospital, 35 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (d) two members of the National Assembly elected by the National Assembly from amongst its members; (e) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible for higher education; (f) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible for education; (g) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister for the time being responsible for finance; (h) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister for the time being responsible for health; (i) one member who shall be appointed by the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar; two representatives of the student union; (j) one representative of the academic staff assembly; (k) (l) one representative from the gender dimensions committee; (m) two appointees of the Senate; (n) one appointee of the convocation; (o) one nominee of the committee of Vice Chancellors and Principals; and (p) one representative of the Workers' Union. (7) The provisions of the Third Schedule to the charter shall have effect as to the proceedings of the Council, tenure of office of members, cessation of membership and other matters relating to the Council. (8) The quorum for meetings of the Council and of the boards and committees of the Council shall be as provided for in the Third Schedule. Powers and functions of the Council and the Governing Boards - 12 Verify source ↗
(1) The governance and the control of the university or
AI-assisted research summary: The Council of the university or the Governing Board of a university college controls the institution and has broad powers over administration, appointments, structures, by-laws, and directives.
12.-(1) The governance and the control of the university or university college shall be vested in the Council of the university or a Governing Board of the university college. (2) In particular, and without prejudice to the generality of sub-rule (1 ), the Council or a Governing Board shall have power- (a) (b) (c) (d) to administer the properties of the institution, both movable and immovable; to administer the funds and other assets of the institution including, the investments of such funds and assets; to signify the acts of the institution by use of the common seal; to approve annual estimates and supplementary estimates of the Council; (e) on behalf of the University or a university college to receive gifts, donations, grants or other moneys including loans and advances and to make disbursements thereof to its schools, faculties, institutes, departments and other organs, persons or bodies; (f) subject to the provisions of the Act, to appoint, settle the terms and conditions of service or terminate the appointment of officers and other employees of the institutions it may deem necessary; provided that for the purposes of this provision, "officers" shall include the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, of the University and the Principals and Deputy Principals of Colleges; to establish and/or appoint boards and committees for the proper and better carrying out of its functions; to define the rights, obligations and privileges of the members (g) (h) 36 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) of the institution and to propose or in any case where it is empowered to do under the legal instrument of the institution to set standards of levels for remuneration packages for academic and senior administrative and support staff; (j) (k) (i) subject to the provisions of the Act to establish colleges, schools, faculties, institutes, libraries, centres or directorates, etc., and to disestablish any one or more of these; to establish or disestablish schools, faculties, institutes and departments or similar organs of equivalent designations; to make by-laws for the administration of students and other subsidiary legislations as may be required; to propose such rules and to give such directives in relation to the governance of the institution or of any of its organs as would ensure or facilitate a system of adequate democratic representative participation of the members of the institution in the said governance and efficient and effective execution of policies, laws, rules or decisions relating to the staff and the students of the institution; and (l) (m) to do all such other acts and things as are provided for in the Act or as may be prescribed. (3) The Council may, as it deems fit, delegate any one or more of its powers and functions to the Governing Board of a college subject to any limitations or conditions it may prescribe. (4) Subject to the provisions of this Charter and for the avoidance of doubt, the Governing Board of a connected college and an associate higher education institution shall have the powers vested in a governing board under the provisions of sub-rules (l) and (2), the relevant enabling instruments and any other written law. (5) A Subsidiary legislation and directives made under this section shall be brought to the notice of the students of the institution in such clear and transparent manner as the Council or, as the case may be, the governing board may determine. (6) For the purpose of validation of proceedings of the Council/Governing Boards, no act or proceedings of the Council shall be invalid by reasons only of the required number of the members not being complete or the quorum for the proceedings not being realized at the time of such act or proceedings or of any defect in the appointment of any member of the Council or the fact that any member of the Council was at the time in question disqualified or disentitled to act as such. The Senate - 13 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Senate of the University of which not less
AI-assisted research summary: The University Senate must be made up mostly of senior academic and administrative staff, the Council determines the Senate’s minimum and maximum membership, and the Senate may co-opt competent persons.
13.-(1) There shall be a Senate of the University of which not less than seventy five percent and not more than eighty five percent of its members are drawn from among the senior academic and administrative staff of the institution. (2) The minimum and maximum number of membership of the Senate shall be as may be determined by the Council from time to time who, subject to the provisions of sub-rule (3) shall be appointed in accordance with relevant Rules. (3) The membership of the Senate shall include but not limited to: (a) (b) the Vice-Chancellor, who shall be the Chairman; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), who shall be the Vice-Chairman; the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Finance and (c) 37 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Administration); (d) Principals of Colleges of the University; (e) Deputy Principals of Colleges; (f) Deans of Schools; (g) Deans of Faculties; (h) (i) Directors of Institutes and Directorates; (j) one person who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible the Dean of Students; for higher education; (k) one person who shall be appointed by the Minister for the time being responsible for education; (l) one person who shall be appointed by the Minister for the time being responsible for health; two representatives of the student union; (m) two representatives of the academic staff assembly; (n) (o) one representative from the gender dimensions committee; (p) one appointee of the Council; (q) two members appointed by the Vice-Chancellor from any Full and Associate Professors of the University. (4) The Senate shall have power to co-opt any number of competent persons, as it may deem necessary or appropriate for the better carrying out of its functions. Powers and functions of the Senate - 14 Verify source ↗
(1) The Senate shall be responsible to the Council for the control
AI-assisted research summary: The Senate is responsible to the Council for academic control and may run academic governance, set rules, regulate exams, report to the Council, and create boards or committees.
14.-(1) The Senate shall be responsible to the Council for the control and general rule of the instruction, education, research and consultancy in the institution and subject to the provisions of this Charter shall be the supreme organ in all academic matters within the institution. (2) Subject to sub rule (1) the Senate shall have the following functions- (a) (b) to satisfy itself regarding the content and academic standard of any course of study offered by a college, school, faculty, directorate, institute or department under its control and general rule in respect of a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University and to report its findings thereon to the Council; to carry out academic audits on a regular basis in respect of each School, Faculty, Institute and Directorate; (i) (c) subject to the approval of the Council, to make rules regarding- the eligibility of persons for admission to courses for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University, and for the obtaining of any degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University; (ii) the standard of proficiency to be attained in each examination for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University; and (d) (e) (iii) carrying out of academic audits on a regular basis. to regulate the conduct of examinations of the institution including pre-entry or matriculation examination if relevant; to decide whether any candidate for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University has attained the standard of proficiency prescribed under Rules made under paragraph (b) and is otherwise fit for the grant of such degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University; 38 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (f) (g) (h) to consider recommendations made to it by boards of colleges, institutes, schools, directorates and faculties as the case may be, and to take such action thereon as it may consider appropriate; to make proposals to the Council on matters relating to the conduct of the institution; and to perform such other functions as may be conferred upon it by Rules made hereunder or by the Council. (3) The Senate shall have power to establish and appoint boards and committees for the proper or better carrying out of its functions, and to disestablish any one or more of such boards or committees. (4) The establishment and/or appointment of Boards and Committees by the Senate shall be governed by Rules. (5) In respect of any matter in relation to which the Senate is required to report to the Council or to make Rules in accordance with the provisions of paragraphs (a) and (b) of sub-rule (2), the Council shall not initiate any action in respect thereto until such report has been received from the Senate or, as the case may be, such Rules have been made by the Senate, and shall not reject any such report or Rules without further reference to the Senate. (6) The tenure of office of the members of the Senate shall be three years, subject to a member's eligibility for re-appointment for a further term or further terms of three years each: Provided that the appointment of a member shall determine on the happening of any one or more of the events mentioned in the provision of rule 48 of these Rules. Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties and Institutes - 15 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established in respect of
AI-assisted research summary: This provision requires various boards and committees to be established for different university bodies, and says their composition, functions, procedures, powers, and membership rights will be set by the Rules.
15.-(1) There shall be established in respect of- (a) every constituent or connected college, a Governing Board and an Academic Committee; (b) every campus college a College Board and campus Academic Committee; (c) every school, a School Board; (d) every faculty, a Faculty Board; (e) every institute, a Board of the Institute; (f) the University Library, a Board of the University Library; (g) every centre or directorate, a Board of the Centre or Directorate. (2) The establishment, composition, functions, procedure and powers of the respective boards specified under sub rule (1) and the rights, duties and privileges of their respective memberships shall be provided for under the Rules. (3) Without prejudice to the generality of sub rule (2) the respective boards specified under sub rule (1) may, with the approval of the Senate, establish such number of departments and units within the college, school, faculty, institute, the Library and centre or directorate, as the case may be, as may be deemed necessary. Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee - 16 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established an Appointments and Human
AI-assisted research summary: A university committee must be established to handle appointments and related human resource matters, with specified members and special rules for appointment approvals.
16.-(1) There shall be established an Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee for the handling of appointments and related matters concerning both Academic Staff and Administrative Staff of the University. 39 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (2) The Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee shall be composed of- (c) (a) (b) the Vice-Chancellor, who shall be the Chairman; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for academic matters, who shall be the vice- Chairman; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for finance and administration; the Corporate Counsel or other appropriate officer, who shall be the Secretary; (e) the Director of Human Resource Management; (f) one member appointed by the Vice-Chancellor; (g) two members appointed by the Senate from amongst its members; (d) (h) one member appointed by the Council; (i) one member nominated by the Academic staff Assembly; and (j) one member nominated by the Workers' Union of the university. (3) Where the Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee meets to make or approve any appointment, in addition to the persons specified in sub-rule (l), the following persons shall be entitled to sit on the Committee as temporary members- (a) the Dean, if any, of a faculty or School to which the appointment is to be made; (b) where the appointment is to be made to a Department of a faculty or School, the Head of such Department; (c) where the appointment is to be made to an Institute, the University library, or a Centre or Directorate or Unit, the Director of the Institute, the University Library, Centre or Directorate or the Head of the Unit; and two members appointed by the Vice Chancellor from amongst persons who, in the opinion of the Vice Chancellor, are adequately qualified or have enough experience in academic matters to enable them to assist in making a suitable appointment. (d) (4) The Appointments and Human Resource management Committee aforesaid shall have such functions as are conferred upon it under the Charter and these Rules, or as may be delegated to it by the Council. (5) The members of the Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee aforesaid shall hold office for a period of three years. (6) Except for appointments of the rank of Professor and Associate Professor, which shall be referred to the Council for approval, all other appointments shall be made or approved by the Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee aforesaid. (7) The retirement, the right to terminate appointment, and appointment of a new member to fill any vacancy in relation to members of the Appointments Committee appointed under paragraphs (d), (e), and (f) of sub rule (1), and also in relation to the election of a temporary Chairman, the quorum, proceedings and meetings of the Committee shall mutatis mutandis, be as provided for in the Third Schedule. Other Boards and Committees of the Council - 17 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may, from time to time, appoint such other
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may appoint boards and committees and delegate functions to them, and it must set their membership, quorum, chairing arrangements, representation, and meeting rules when it creates one.
17.-(1) The Council may, from time to time, appoint such other boards and Committees as it may consider necessary and, subject to the provisions of the Charter, these Rules and directions given by the Chancellor 40 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) in that behalf, delegate to any such board or Committee any of its functions under the Charter and these Rules upon such limitations or conditions as the Council may prescribe. (2) Where the Council establishes a board or Committee under this rule, the Council shall - (a) determine the number of members of the board or, as the case may be, Committee as it deems fit and appoint such members- Provided that- The Staff of the University (i) at least one third of the total number of members appointed to any such Board or, as the case may be, Committee shall be appointed from amongst the members of the Senate; and (ii) at least one third of the total membership shall consist of women; (b) fix the quorum necessary for the conduct of any business of such Board or Committee; (c) elect one of the members of the Council to be the Chairman of the Board or, as the case may be, the Committee; (d) prescribe provisions for the election of a temporary chairman by the members present where at any meeting of a Board or Committee so established the Chairman is absent; (e) determine whether representation on such board or committee of the academic staff association, administrative staff association, the workers' union or, as the case may be, the students' organization, is necessary, and if necessary, provide for such representation; (f) subject to the provisions of the Charter and these Rules and any subsidiary legislation made hereunder, prescribe provisions for the conduct or rule of the proceedings of such Board or, as the case may be, of the Committee. - 18 Verify source ↗
(1) The academic staff of the University shall include
AI-assisted research summary: The provision lists who counts as academic staff and who counts as administrative or other support staff at the University.
18.-(1) The academic staff of the University shall include- (a) Vice Chancellor; (b) Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for academics; (c) Principals; (d) Deputy Principal responsible for academics; (e) Deans of Schools and Faculties; (f) Directors of Institutes, Centers and Library; (g) Heads of academic departments; (h) Professors, Research Professors, and Professors Emeritus; (i) Associate Professors, and Associate Research Professors; (j) Senior Lecturers, Senior Research Fellows, and Senior Librarians; (k) Lecturers, Research Fellows, and Librarians; (l) Assistant Lecturers, Assistant Research Fellows, and Assistant Librarians; (m) Tutorial Assistants; (n) Such other members of staff of the University who are engaged wholly or partly in teaching or research in any college, school, faculty, institute, the Library or centre or directorate, as shall be designated as academic staff by the Council on the advice or recommendation of the Senate. 41 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) include- (2) The administrative and other support staff of the University shall (a) The Vice-Chancellor; (b) The Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration); (Planning Finance and (c) Principals; (d) Deputy Principals; (e) Dean of Students; (f) Directors of institutes, library, centres or directorates; (g) all other employees of the University who are not members of the academic staff. PART IV ESTABLISHMENT OF COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, FACULTIES, ETC Establishment of Campus Colleges
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PART IV
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Section 24
AI-assisted research summary: This section is a heading for staff associations, convocation and alumni associations, and students' organization under Part V on subsidiary legislation.
24. Staff Associations. Convocation and Alumni Associations. Students' Organization. PART V SUBSIDIARY LEGISLATION - 22 Verify source ↗
(1) Members of the academic staff and non
AI-assisted research summary: Academic and non-academic staff may form associations, and the Council may approve other staff associations if conditions are met.
22.-(1) Members of the academic staff and non- academic staff may form their own associations to promote their collective interests consistent with the goals and objects of the University. (2) Associations under subparagraph (1) shall be established in accordance with the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and the Rules contained in the First Schedule to this Charter. to (3) Subject the Act, Regulations made thereunder and the Rules contained in this Charter, the Council may approve the establishment of such other staff association(s) as it deems fit upon application and submission of a constitution by members of staff desirous of forming an association within the University with objects which are not in conflict with the objects of the University and the provisions of any written law. Convocation and Alumni Association - 20 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Constituent Colleges
AI-assisted research summary: Section 20 is titled “Establishment of Constituent Colleges.”
20. Establishment of Constituent Colleges. - 21 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Connected Colleges
AI-assisted research summary: Section 21 is titled “Establishment of Connected Colleges.”
21. Establishment of Connected Colleges. - 22 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Associate Colleges
AI-assisted research summary: Section heading only: Establishment of Associate Colleges.
22. Establishment of Associate Colleges. - 23 Verify source ↗
Establishment of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Directorates etc
AI-assisted research summary: This provision is titled "Establishment of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Directorates etc." and appears under Part V on discipline of staff and top executive officers.
23. Establishment of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Directorates etc. PART V DISCIPLINE OF STAFF AND TOP EXECUTIVE OFFICERS - 19 Verify source ↗
( l) The Chancellor, acting upon a resolution of the Council,
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor may establish campus colleges by Gazette order, after a Council resolution and consultation with the Tanzania Commission for Universities.
19.-( l) The Chancellor, acting upon a resolution of the Council, after consultation with the Tanzania Commission for Universities, may by order published in the Government Gazette, establish campus colleges whose functions and powers shall be provided for by that order. (2) A campus college shall consist of such schools, faculties, institutes, centres or directorates and units as may be provided by the Charter and Rules provided where it is deemed necessary, the Council may add to, deduct from, modify or alter such functions and powers. (3) A campus college shall be answerable to the Senate and the Council in all its matters including approval and validation of academic programmes, student administration, staff appointments and discipline, their promotions and benefits. (4) Not withstanding sub-rule (3), the Senate or Council may, as they deem fit, delegate any one or more of the powers exercisable under this Rule to Campus Academic Committee and the Campus Governing Board. Establishment of Constituent Colleges - 20 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the Act, the rules made there under and this
AI-assisted research summary: The President may grant a Charter to make a public higher-learning institution a constituent college of the University, after the required advice and consultation. Constituent colleges may have specified internal structures and affiliations, but they cannot grant awards except those of and in the name of the University.
20.-(1) Subject to the Act, the rules made there under and this Charter, the President may, on the advice of the Minister and the Commission, after consultation with the Council, grant a Charter to establish or declare a public institution of higher learning, education or training to be a constituent college of the University. (2) A constituent college may- (a) consist of schools, faculties, institutes, centres or directorates and units as may be provided for or declared by the Charter under which it is established; (b) affiliate schools, institutes, centres and/or directorates; and (c) establish associateship with institutes, schools, centres and/or Directorates. (3) A constituent college shall be a semi-autonomous institution under the tutelage of the University for nurturance, during a transitional period, towards its establishment as an independent University. (4) Without prejudice to the generality of sub rule (3), a constituent college shall be established as a body corporate with legal personality, a common seal, perpetual succession and all rights and privileges pertaining to a body corporate, except that a constituent college shall have no right to grant or confer awards other than the awards of and in the name of the university. Establishment of - 21 Verify source ↗
(1) The Minister may, on the advice of the Council, after
AI-assisted research summary: The Minister may establish or declare a public institution to be a connected college, if advised by the Council and after consulting the Tanzania Commission for Universities and publishing the order in the Gazette.
21.-(1) The Minister may, on the advice of the Council, after 42 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Connected College Establishment of Associate College consultation with the Tanzania Commission for Universities by order published in the Government Gazette, establish or declare a public institution of higher learning education or training to be a connected college of the University. (2) A connected college may consist of schools, faculties, institutes, centres and units as may be provided for by the order under which it is established or declared and as may be subsequently prescribed by the Council under the Rules. (3) A connected college of the university shall- (a) retain its separate legal status in accordance with its enabling legal instrument; (b) depend on the university for approval of its academic programmes, courses and awards, including students' entry qualifications, curricula and examination rules; and (c) have no right to grant or confer awards other than the awards of and in the name of the University. - 22 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chancellor, on the advice of the Council, after
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor may declare certain higher education institutions or colleges to be associate colleges of the University, and the University must provide academic guidance and supervision to an associate college, subject to stated limits.
22.-(1) The Chancellor, on the advice of the Council, after consultation with the Tanzania Commission for Universities, by order published in the Government Gazette, may declare a higher institution of learning, education or training or a college, other than a campus college, a constituent college or a connected college, to be an associate college of the University. (2) The University shall accord to an Associate College of the university professional and academic guidance and supervision over the academic programme(s) of the College in order to ensure that the College operates in accordance with the provisions of its enabling legal instrument to the highest standard- Provided that (a) (b) (c) in teaching, research, consultancy the University shall not require the College to participate in any of the programmes of nor to attain the level of standards of the University services provision, staffing, student admissions criteria, or any other matter of an academic or administrative nature; the College shall not have any right to participate in any of the academic programmes of the University with which it is associated nor make awards bearing the name or emblem of the University; and the order under which an institution or College is declared to be an Associate College of the University may provide for the means by which and the mode, ways or manner in which the University shall accord the Associate College such professional and academic guidance and supervision as are required by this sub rule and any other connected or associated therewith. to (3) Subject to the provisions of sub rule (2), the establishment, mode, terms and conditions of the association with or participation in the academic programme or programmes of the College by the University and other related matters shall be prescribed under the Rules or Regulations made by the Council upon the recommendation of the Senate. Establishment of Schools, - 23 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may, on the advice of the Senate and with the
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may establish or close specified university bodies if the Senate advises and the Minister approves, and the Senate must approve the course of study for those bodies.
23.-(1) The Council may, on the advice of the Senate and with the approval of the Minister, establish or disestablish schools, faculties, institutes, 43 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Faculties, Institutes, Directorates etc. the University Library and other libraries, centres or directorates, etc., and may disestablish any one or more of these. (2) The establishment, composition, functions, procedure and powers of schools, faculties, institutes, the University Library and other libraries, centres or directorates, and organs of governance thereof shall be provided for by the rules. (3) The course of study to be conducted in any such bodies as specified under sub rule (1) above shall be approved by the Senate. PART V DISCIPLINE OF STAFF AND TOP EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Discipline of staff of the University
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PART V
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Section 29
AI-assisted research summary: This section lists topics covered in section 29 and says the Council may make Rules and the Senate may make By-Laws.
29. Rules. Powers of the Council to make Rules. Procedure for making subsidiary legislation. Power of Senate to make By-Laws. Revocation and amendment of the Charter. PART VI MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS - 25 Verify source ↗
(1) The Rules contained in the Schedules to
AI-assisted research summary: Rules in the Schedules to this Charter are part of the Charter and stay in force until they are revoked or replaced.
25.-(1) The Rules contained in the Schedules to this Charter shall- Power to make Rules (a) form part of this Charter and shall remain in force until they are revoked or replaced; (b) have effect as to the regulation of all matters regarding- (i) the governing of the University, its members, constituents and colleges; (ii) the administration, welfare and discipline of students; (iii) the establishment of offices, appointments terms and conditions of service; (iv) the promotion of the objects of this Charter. - 26 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may, subject to the Act and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make university rules, but they need approval before they take effect and some matters cannot be changed without the Senate.
26.-(1) The Council may, subject to the Act and Regulations made thereunder, from time to time make Rules for the University which may amend, add to or repeal the Rules contained in the Schedules hereto for the time being in force: Provided that, no such Rules shall have effect until approved by the Commission in accordance with the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and this Charter. (2) In the performance of its functions under the Charter the Council shall, subject to the provisions of the Charter, make general Rules for the governance, control and administration of the University and for the better carrying out of the purposes of the Charter and in particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, may make rules- (a) prescribing provisions as to the duration of membership of the University, termination of such membership, the rights, duties and privileges attaching thereto and other related matters; (b) prescribing the provisions for the exercise of the privileges, powers and functions conferred 20 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) on the Chancellor; (c) prescribing the provisions for proposing candidates for appointment by the President of one of them as Chancellor of the University and governing the terms and conditions of the position of Chancellor; (d) prescribing provisions for the appointment of terms and conditions for the position of Vice- Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University in furtherance of the relevant provisions of the Act; (f) (e) prescribing the provisions for the appointment of and terms and conditions for the position of Principal of a College, Dean of a school, Dean of a faculty and Director of the Library, an institute, centre or directorate; for the establishment, composition, functions, procedure and powers of colleges, schools, faculties, institutes, the Library, centres or directorates, departments, units, etc., of the University and their organs of governance, as the organs of well as governance; the members of (g) for the description of the degrees, diplomas, certificates and other awards which may be conferred or granted by the University; (h) for the requirements and the manner of such degrees, conferment or grant of diplomas, certificates and other awards; for the conduct of examinations; (i) (j) prescribing allowances, fees and charges; (k) for the settlement of the terms and conditions the appointment, including of dismissal, remuneration and termination, retiring benefits of the officers and other employees of the University; for the provision of rules of discipline of, and the manner of conducting disciplinary proceedings against, officers, staff and employees of the University. service, (l) 21 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) and (m) for the appointment of members of the Council other than those specified under section 18 of the Act, the tenure of office of members of the Council, termination of their appointment, procedure of meetings of the Council establishment, composition and terms of reference of boards and/or committees of the Council, quorum of meetings of the Council, boards and committees of the Council as well as the rights, duties and privileges of the members of the Council, boards and committees of the Council; the for (n) prescribing the rules or by-laws for the administration of any college, school, faculty, institute, the University Library, centre or directorate or unit established under the Act; (o) providing for the general welfare of the students; (p) prescribing by-laws for the administration of students which may provide the contravention of any such by-law shall constitute a disciplinary offence and may further provide the punishment that may be imposed for such disciplinary offence; that (q) prescribing composition, functions, the procedure and powers of the Students Disciplinary Authority and of the Students Appeals Committee and the rights, duties and privileges of the members thereof; (r) prescribing provisions the appointment and the duration thereof, the rights, duties and privileges of holders of the position of Professor Emeritus; governing (s) providing for or prescribing anything which, under the Act, may be provided for or prescribed by Rules or which, in the opinion of the Council is necessary to provide for the furtherance of the objects, powers and functions of the University. 22 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (3) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-Article (2), the Council shall not make, amend or revoke any rule relating to the functions or privileges of the Chancellor, first the Vice-Chancellor or ascertaining the opinion of the Senate. the Senate without (4) Rules shall only be made by a resolution passed at a meeting of the Council supported by a majority of not less than two thirds of the members present and voting, being not less than half of the total membership of the Council. (5) Rules or by-laws made or approved by the Council under the Act shall be signed by the Minister responsible for Higher Education and published in the Gazette. - 27 Verify source ↗
(1) Where the Council desires to make a
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must give notice of proposed subsidiary legislation at least 14 days before the meeting, consider a Senate report before passing it, and publish every subsidiary legislation in the Gazette.
27.-(1) Where the Council desires to make a subsidiary legislation, notice of any proposed Subsidiary Legislation (and the date upon which it is proposed that it should come into effect) shall be given to the Council not less than fourteen days before the date of meeting of the Council at which it is to be considered. (2) The Council shall before passing any subsidiary legislation, consider a report from the Senate and shall not, except on the recommendation of the Senate, pass any subsidiary legislation - Procedure for making subsidiary legislation (a) relating to courses of study, Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates or other awards of the University; (b) for functions of the Boards of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates; (c) relating to the affiliation or adoption of, or association with other institutions; and (d) relating to the recognition of academic staff and the constitution of any Joint Committees of the Council and the Senate. (3) Every subsidiary legislation made by the Council shall be published in the Gazette. 23 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Power of Senate to make By-Laws - 28 Verify source ↗
Subject to the Act, the Regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: The Senate may make by-laws, but only subject to the Act, the Regulations, this Charter, and the First Schedule Rules.
28. Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter, the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto, the Senate may make by-laws to regulate the academic work of the University, the admission, education and examination of the University, consultancy and such other matters as lie within the functions of the Senate. the students of Revocation and amendment the Charter - 24 Verify source ↗
Discipline of the Staff of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Discipline of the Staff of the University,” but the provided text contains no rule details.
24. Discipline of the Staff of the University. 27 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) - 25 Verify source ↗
Disciplinary Appeal Committee for Staff of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Disciplinary Appeal Committee for Staff of the University.”
25. Disciplinary Appeal Committee for Staff of the University. - 26 Verify source ↗
Discipline of top Executive Officers of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section is about discipline of the University’s top executive officers.
26. Discipline of top Executive Officers of the University. - 27 Verify source ↗
Disciplinary Appeals Board for top Executive Officers of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section identifies a Disciplinary Appeals Board for top executive officers of the University.
27. Disciplinary Appeals Board for top Executive Officers of the University. PART VI STUDENTS ADMINISTRATION, WELFARE AND DISCIPLINE - 24 Verify source ↗
(1) The powers of dismissing or terminating the appointment of
AI-assisted research summary: The Council has disciplinary power to dismiss, terminate, or otherwise punish most university staff, while a Staff Disciplinary Committee must handle disciplinary charges under rule 48.
24.-(1) The powers of dismissing or terminating the appointment of any member of the Academic Staff, Senior Administrative Staff or Support/Junior Staff other than the Vice-Chancellor and the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, by way of disciplinary action or of punishing any member of the academic or administrative or support/junior staff otherwise than by dismissal or termination of his appointment, for any disciplinary offence or misconduct shall be vested in the Council. (2) There shall be a Staff Disciplinary Committee, which shall consist of the following members- (a) a Chairman, who shall be the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Appointments, Human Resources Management and Administration; (b) a legally qualified person with at least five years experience of practice as an attorney, advocate, magistrate or judge and who does not hold any post at the University, who shall be appointed by the Council; two members, one from the Academic Staff and the other from the Senior Administrative Staff chosen by the Vice-Chancellor; (c) (d) a representative of each of the following- the University's Academic Staff Association; (i) (ii) the Workers' Union of the University; (3) Four members of the Staff Disciplinary Committee, including the Chairman, shall form a quorum and the Chairman shall have a casting in addition to his deliberative vote in the event of equal votes. (4) Charges of disciplinary offence or misconduct against any staff including support staff, other than the Vice Chancellor and the Deputy Vice- Chancellors, shall be handled in accordance with the provisions of rule 48 which provides for principles of natural Justice. (5) Recommendations of staff Disciplinary Committee shall be made to the Vice-Chancellor the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for administration for imposition of such punishment as the Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee exercising its powers under these rules or any other relevant rules as it may deem justified. through Disciplinary Appeals Committee for Staff of the University - 25 Verify source ↗
(1) There is hereby established a Committee, to be known as the
AI-assisted research summary: This provision establishes the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee and requires it to hear appeals by academic and administrative staff.
25.-(1) There is hereby established a Committee, to be known as the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee, which shall deal with appeals of members of the Academic and Administrative Staff. (2) The Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall be composed of- (a) a Chairman appointed by the Chancellor from amongst the 44 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Discipline of top Executive officers of the University (b) (c) members of the Council; three members elected from amongst the members of the Council; two representatives appointed, one by the Academic Staff assembly and another one by the worker's union and; (d) a legally qualified person with ten years experience of practice as an Attorney, Advocate, Magistrate or Judge, who shall be appointed annually by the Council from outside the University Community. (3) The committee shall appoint one of its members as Vice- Chairman; (4) The Chairman shall select one of the members of the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee to take the record of proceedings as Secretary. (5) The quorum for meetings of the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall be a simple majority of the members of the Committee inclusive of the legally qualified member of the committee. (6) The Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall have appellate power over the decisions of a disciplinary nature or dismissals from the terminations of service or employment with the University affecting staff, other than the Vice-Chancellor, a Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Provided that the provisions of this rule shall have no prejudice to the provisions of any other applicable written law in respect of disciplinary matters. - 26 Verify source ↗
(1) A charge of disciplinary offence or misconduct against the
AI-assisted research summary: A special committee must investigate disciplinary charges against the Vice Chancellor or Deputy Vice-Chancellor, follow natural justice, and the Council must act on the findings.
26.-(1) A charge of disciplinary offence or misconduct against the Vice Chancellor or a Deputy Vice-Chancellor shall be investigated by a Special Committee of the Council whose composition and terms of reference shall be determined by the Council. (2) The Special Committee appointed under sub rule (1) in carrying out any investigation, shall adhere to the rules of natural justice, that is- (a) the right of the accused to know the nature of the disciplinary action; the right to be granted a fair opportunity for self-defence; and the right to be judged without bias. (b) offence or misconduct he stands accused of; (c) (d) (3) If the charge is established against the officer, where the Council is the Appointing Authority, it shall make a decision as it deems fit, or where the Council is not the Appointing Authority, and if it deems it proper, it may refer the findings to the Appointing Authority. Provided that- (a) A two-thirds majority vote at a special meeting of the Council shall be necessary for the Council to decide or, as the case may be, recommend to the Appointing Authority that a Vice Chancellor or Deputy Vice-Chancellor be removed and replaced; (b) Where the Council does not deem it proper to refer the findings to the Appointing Authority for a decision, the Council shall decide on what measure, other than a punitive measure is to be taken against the officer and shall forward such a decision to the Appointing Authority for endorsement; lf the Appointing Authority does not endorse the decision of the Council, the Appointing Authority may substitute its own (c) 45 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) decision after consultation with the Council where such consultation is deemed fit. (4) If the charge is not established against the officer in question, it shall be dropped and the officer shall be informed in writing of that outcome forthwith. (5) All matters concerning discipline of staff of Constituent or Connected Colleges other than members of staff of level of Professor or Associate Professor, shall be dealt with in accordance with their respective enabling legal instruments. - 27 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the Charter and these Rules and any other
AI-assisted research summary: This section sets out how disciplinary recommendations against the Vice-Chancellor or a Deputy Vice-Chancellor can be contested and reviewed.
27.-(1) Subject to the Charter and these Rules and any other applicable written law, the provisions of Rule 48 shall apply, mutatis mutandis, in respect of the appeals by the Vice-Chancellor or a Deputy Vice Chancellor, as the case may be. (2) Any recommendation for disciplinary action including removal and replacement or dismissal from or termination of service, made under Rule 48 against the Vice Chancellor or any one of the Deputy Vice Chancellors, shall be open to contestation by the affected person before the Council, which shall submit a recommendation to the Appointing Authority who may- Disciplinary Appeals Board for top Executive Officers of the University (a) act on the Council's recommendation; (b) appoint an ad-hoc Committee with terms of reference for investigating; and recommending the action to be taken; and (c) on receipt of the ad-hoc Committee's findings as to the guilt or the the accused person, accept or reject innocence of recommendation submitted by the Council. (3) The Vice-Chancellor or any Deputy Vice-Chancellor shall have the right to appear before or make written representations to the Council, the ad-hoc committee or the appointing Authority when an adverse recommendation made by the Council against any one of them is under consideration before the Council, the ad-hoc Committee or the Appointing Authority, as the case may be. PART VI STUDENTS ADMINISTRATION, WELFARE AND DISCIPLINE Dean/Director of Student Services and Student Welfare
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PART VI
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Section 31
AI-assisted research summary: Gender discrimination is not allowed, and gender balance must be observed.
31. No gender discrimination. Gender balance principle to be observed. 2 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) - 36 Verify source ↗
Section 36
AI-assisted research summary: This section states several governance principles, including suitable learning conditions, no discrimination by religion, race, or ethnicity, academic freedom and social responsibility, no dividend declaration, and conflict of interest matters.
36. Provision of suitable environment for learning. No test of religion, race, or ethnicity. Academic freedom and social responsibility to be upheld. Prohibition on declaration of dividend. Conflict of interest. 3 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) THE UNIVERSITIES ACT, 2005 (NO.7 OF 2005) __________ CHARTER __________ (Made under section 25) THE MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES ________ CHARTER, 2007 Act No. 7 of 2005 WHEREAS the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences has applied to the Tanzania Commission for Universities for the grant of a charter in the manner prescribed under the Universities Act, 2005 and Regulations made there under for it to operate as a Full Fledged University to be known as Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences; AND WHEREAS the Tanzania Commission for Universities has visited and inspected the envisaged University premises and is satisfied that its objects are consistent with the advancement of University education in Tanzania; Act No. 7 of 2005 G.N. No. 39 of 2006 AND WHEREAS the Tanzania Commission for Universities is also satisfied that the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences has complied with the provisions of the Universities Act, 2005 and the Universities (Chartering, Registration and Accreditation Procedures) Regulations, 2006; AND WHEREAS the Tanzania Commission for Universities after being satisfied with the University's Charter submitted it to the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology with a recommendation that the Muhimbili 4 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) satisfied with University of Health and Allied Sciences be granted the Charter to operate as a University; AND WHEREAS having being the recommendations by the Minister that granting of the Charter will be beneficial to the advancement of University Education in Tanzania; NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers vested upon me by section 25(2) of the said Universities Act, 2005, I JAKAYA MRISHO KIKWETE, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania hereby grant and order with effect from the 31st day of December, 2006 as follows: PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Citation - 30 Verify source ↗
Subject to the Act, the Regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: Men and women are equally eligible for university offices, membership, awards, and courses of study, subject to the Act, Regulations, Charter, and First Schedule Rules.
30. Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule, men and women shall be equally eligible for the holding of any office in the University and for membership of any of its constituent bodies, for the holding of all Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates and other awards and for the pursuit of all courses of study in the University. Gender balance principle to be observed - 31 Verify source ↗
The principle of gender equality or balance as
AI-assisted research summary: The principle of gender equality or balance must be observed as provided in the Act, Regulations, and First Schedule rules.
31. The principle of gender equality or balance as provided in the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto shall be observed. Provision of Suitable Environment for Learning - 32 Verify source ↗
Subject to the Act and the Regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: The University must provide suitable facilities and support for students and staff, including people with disabilities or special learning needs.
32. Subject to the Act and the Regulations made thereunder, the University shall provide a structural, technological environment as well as physical and equipment, facilities and amenities suitable for the respective appropriate requirements of both male and female students and staff, their welfare and other needs of students and staff who have physical disabilities and/or are otherwise vulnerable and requiring special learning aids including hearing, sight and movement aids. 24 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) No test of religion, race, or ethnicity Academic freedom and social responsibility to be upheld 33. No test in any form or guise of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, physical condition, ideology or political belief/orientation shall be imposed upon any person in order to entitle him to be admitted to the University or to hold any office therein or to graduate thereat or to hold or enjoy any advantage or privilege thereof. - 34 Verify source ↗
(1) Members of the academic community shall
AI-assisted research summary: University community members have rights to academic freedom and protection from interference, staff may have tenure once confirmed, and university community members must act competently, with integrity, and with tolerance. State security forces may not be deployed on the University without prior consultation and a request from the University under the Rules.
34.-(1) Members of the academic community shall have the right to fulfill their function of teaching, researching, writing, and disseminating information and providing services without fear of interference or repression from the state or any other public authority. exchanging learning, (2) No amendments shall be made in this Charter or the Rules made there under that abrogate or in any way infringe academic freedom. (3) Members of staff shall enjoy tenure of office once confirmed in the employment of the University. (4) Members of the University community shall enjoy freedom from persecution for views held on academic issues. (5) Members of the University community shall fulfill their functions and roles with competence, integrity and to the best of their abilities and shall at all times exercise tolerance towards differing views and positions towards development and and improvement of the University, the country and beyond. in general work (6) No police, military, para-military, intelligence and like forces of the State may be deployed on the University without prior consultations and request from the University issued in accordance with the Rules. Prohibition on declaration of dividend - 35 Verify source ↗
The University shall not make any dividend,
AI-assisted research summary: The University must not pay dividends, gifts, divisions, or money bonuses to or among its members, except as prizes, rewards, or special grants for duly authorized work supporting the University’s objects.
35. The University shall not make any dividend, gift, division or bonus in money unto or between any of its members except by way of prize, reward or special grant for duly authorized work done or to be done in furtherance of the objects of the University. Conflict of Interest - 36 Verify source ↗
(1) Where any employee of the University
AI-assisted research summary: University employees who may have a conflict of interest must disclose it in writing promptly and stop taking part in the related matter until it is resolved. Academic staff, students, and employees must not join activities that harm the public, the academic community, or scientific, ethical, or professional standards.
36.-(1) Where any employee of the University behaves in such a way that he may have a conflict of 25 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) interest; the employee shall promptly fully disclose in writing the conflict to the appropriate authority and shall refrain from participating in any way in the manner which the conflict relates until the conflict question has been resolved. (2) No member of the academic staff, student or an employee of the University shall participate in or be party to any endeavour which works to the detriment of the people of the United Republic and humanity in general or the academic community or compromises scientific, ethical and professional principles and standards. 26 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) ___________ FIRST SCHEDULE ______________ (Under Article 26) MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES RULES, 2007 ARRANGEMENT OF RULES, Title Rule PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS - 28 Verify source ↗
Dean/Director of Student Services and Student Welfare
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Dean/Director of Student Services and Student Welfare.”
28. Dean/Director of Student Services and Student Welfare. - 32 Verify source ↗
Students' Disciplinary Authority and Appeals
AI-assisted research summary: Section 32 is titled “Students' Disciplinary Authority and Appeals.”
32. Students' Disciplinary Authority and Appeals. PART VII CONVOCATION AND STAFF ASSOCIATIONS - 28 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Dean of Students of the University or
AI-assisted research summary: The University or College must have a Dean of Students, appointed for three years by the Council or Governing Boards on committee recommendation.
28.-(1) There shall be a Dean of Students of the University or College who shall be a person with a minimum academic qualification of a second degree or Masters degree in the social sciences and outstanding experience and capability in student administration and /or counseling. (2) The Dean of Students shall be appointed by the Council or Governing Boards on the recommendation of the Appointments and Human Resource Management Committee for a period of three years with eligibility for re-appointment for a further term or further terms of three years upon such other terms and conditions as the Council shall prescribe including student views. (3) The Dean of Students shall be responsible to the Deputy Vice Chancellor or Deputy Principal (Planning Finance and Administration) for the general welfare of the students and the administration of their affairs. (4) There shall be a clearly formulated policy on the general administration and welfare of students of the University for making rules or by-laws. (5) For the purpose of this section, the administration of the affairs of the students of the University shall include establishment of an overseeing 46 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) The Students’ Organization for monitoring, coordinating, regulating, controlling and machinery facilitating the general conduct of students on the campus or campuses of the University, its branches and any other place where the affairs in which its students are involved will take place, be conducted or extended to or where the residence of its students is established, provided, organized or overseen by the University. - 29 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Students' organization of the University
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have a students' organization, its name and constitution need Council approval, and student organizations must not do political party activities on campus or conflict with the Charter or other written law.
29.-(1) There shall be a Students' organization of the University which shall be known by such name as may be agreed upon by its members and approved by the Council. (2) The affairs of the Students' Organization, including membership, shall be governed by its constitution whose objects shall not conflict with the objects of the University, and the provision of any written law. (3) The Constitution of the Students' Organization, including amendments thereof, shall be subject to approval by the Council. (4) No student organization in the University shall engage in any political parties activities on campus, conduct its affairs or have a constitution which in any way or manner whatsoever offends or conflict with provisions of the Charter or of any other written law. Other Students’ Subsidiary Legislation - 30 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may, by subsidiary legislation, provide for the
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make subsidiary legislation about the approval and conduct of other students' organizations, and students' organizations must not have objects that conflict with the University’s objects or any other written law.
30.-(1) The Council may, by subsidiary legislation, provide for the approval and conduct of other students' organizations. (2) No students' organization shall have objects, which are in conflict with the objects of the University and the provisions of any other written law. Student’s Subsidiary Legislation - 31 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council shall make by Jaws or any other subsidiary
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must make subsidiary rules for administering students, publish them, and notify students of them; the rules may also make contravention a disciplinary offence and set the punishment.
31.-(1) The Council shall make by Jaws or any other subsidiary legislation for the administration of students. (2) Subsidiary legislation made under this section shall be published in the Gazette or the University Prospectus and every such subsidiary legislation shall be brought to the notice of the students in such other manner as the Council may determine. (3) The by laws or any subsidiary legislation made under sub rule (l) may provide that the contravention of any such rules shall constitute a disciplinary offence and may further provide the punishment that may be imposed for such disciplinary offence. Students' Disciplinary Authority - 32 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established by the Council
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must establish a students’ disciplinary authority and a Students’ Disciplinary Appeals Committee.
32.-(1) There shall be established by the Council- (a) a students' disciplinary authority; (b) a Committee to be known as the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee. (2) The composition, powers functions and procedure or mode of operation of the student disciplinary authority and the students Disciplinary Appeals Committee established under sub rule (1), shall be provided for under the rules made by the Council in that behalf. (3) The rules made under sub- rule (2) shall include the provision of rule 48 regarding principles of natural justice. PART VII CONVOCATION AND STAFF ASSOCIATIONS 47 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) The Convocation Staff Association
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PART I
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The Charter may be cited as the Muhimbili
AI-assisted research summary: This provision says the Charter may be cited by its short title.
1. The Charter may be cited as the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences Charter, 2007. Date of Commencement - 2 Verify source ↗
This Charter shall be deemed to have come into
AI-assisted research summary: This section says the Charter is treated as having started operating on 31 December 2006.
2. This Charter shall be deemed to have come into operation on the 31 day of December, 2006. Interpretation Act No. 7 of 2005 - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) In this Charter unless the context otherwise
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines key terms used in the Charter and says the Charter should be read together with the Act and other applicable law.
3.-(1) In this Charter unless the context otherwise requires- "Act" means the Universities Act, 2005; "by-laws" means, by-laws made by the Senate or Council under the powers conferred by the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules; "colleges" include affiliated colleges and campus colleges; "Chancellor" means the chancellor of the University referred to under Article 9; "Convocation" means convocation of the University established under Article 23; "Council" means the Council of the University appointed under Article 18; "Commission" means the Commission for Universities established under section 4 of the Act; "Director" means the Director of an Institute, Centres, Library or Directorate appointed under Article 15; the Deputy Vice- "Deputy Vice-Chancellor" means 5 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Chancellor of the University appointed under Article 11; "Deputy Principal" means Deputy Principal of a college appointed under Article 13; "Dean" means a Dean of School or Faculty appointed under Article 14; "library" means the main academic organ or institution of the University established as such under the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto to be responsible for the acquisition and maintenance of literary material and as a modem information and the communication University; technology data bank for "Minister" means the Minister responsible for Higher Education; "President" means the President of the United Republic of Tanzania; "Principal" means principal of a college appointed under Article 12; "Regulations" means, where the context fits, either Regulations made by he Minister for the time being responsible for higher education in accordance with the Act, and any Regulations amending, adding to or repealing the same or any of them which may hereafter be made; "Rules" means the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences Rules prescribed in the First Schedule to this Charter or rules made by the Council in accordance with this Charter, or which may hereafter be made; "Subsidiary Legislation" means regulations, directives, or by-laws made by the Council in accordance with the Act, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule to this Charter; "Senate" means the senate of the University established under Article 19; "University" means the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences established under this Charter; the "Vice-chancellor" means the Vice-chancellor of University appointed under Article 10; 6 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (2) In this Charter, unless the context otherwise requires, words and phrases used, designations signifying offices, officers, organs or positions of governance or responsibility and the whole Charter shall be construed with reference to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and any other applicable law. (3) For avoidance of doubt, the provisions of this the Charter are coextensive and provisions of the Act and shall be always read and construed together with and subject to the Act. in furtherance of PART III ESTABLISHMENT, FUNCTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP OF THE UNIVERSITY Establishment of the University - 2 Verify source ↗
Section 2
AI-assisted research summary: This section is an interpretation heading for Part II on the Chancellor and Principal Officers of the University.
2. Interpretation. PART II THE CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY - 1 Verify source ↗
These rules may be cited Muhimbili University of Health and
AI-assisted research summary: This section gives the rules their citation name and says they come into operation on 31 December 2006.
1. These rules may be cited Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences Rules 2007 and shall be deemed to come into operation on the 31st day of December, 2006. Interpretation Act No. 7 of 2005 - 2 Verify source ↗
(1) In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines terms used in the Rules and says references should be read subject to the Charter and other subsidiary legislation.
2.-(1) In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires. "Act" means the Universities Act, 2005; "academic committee" means a committee of a college of the University established under rule 14. "Academic staff” shall have the meaning assigned to that term by rule 18; "Administrative and other support staff” shall have the meaning assigned to that term by rule 18; "Allied Sciences" includes natural sciences, social sciences and physical sciences; "annual estimates" means the estimates required under rule 39 to be prepared in respect of any financial year; "associate college" means a college established independently under its specific enabling legal instrument that is declared to be an associate College of the University in accordance with the provisions of rule 22; "campus college" means a non-autonomous institution, set up either within the premises of, or in close proximity to, or within the overarching reach of the University in accordance with the provision of rule 19; "centre or directorate" means a centre or directorate established in accordance with provisions of rule 23; "Charter" means the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences Charter, 2007; "connected college" means an autonomous institution which depends on the University for the approval and validation of its academic programmes, courses and awards, including student entry qualifications, course syllabi and examination rules, established pursuant to an order made under rule 21; "constituent college" means a College of the University specified in the Fourth Schedule or declared to be or established as such under rule 20; "continuing education" includes such short courses, seminars, colloquia, workshops, refresher courses, etc. as are designed and/or carried on for members of respective professions, work disciplines, vocations, desirous of improving, updating, expanding or deepening their knowledge and skills through such ways or means; "corporate Counsel" means the Council of the University appointed under rule 9; "Council" means the University Council established under the Charter; "faculty" means a faculty of the University established in accordance with the provisions of rule 23; "financial year" means the financial year of the University determined under 29 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) rule 38; "Governing Board" means a Governing Board of a college established under rule 15; "graduate" means a person upon whom a degree has been conferred by the University; "institute" means an institute of the University established in accordance with the provisions of rule 23; "key administrative positions" include the position of the Chancellor, Vice- Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Principal, Deputy Principal, Dean of Students, Deans and Directors; "legal unit" means the legal unit of the University established under rule 9; "memorandum of understanding" means a memorandum of understanding provided for under rule 43; "officer" means any person in the employment of the University on permanent terms but does not include the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice- Chancellor, Dean of Students or any other officer whose tenure under the Charter or Rules is for a specified number of years or period; " organ of governance" includes the Council, the senate, board or boards, a committee or committees or a meeting or meetings under the provisions of this Charter on the rules; "other employees of the University" means employees of the University other than those in the employment of the University on permanent terms; "other students' organizations" includes students' organizations other than the Students' Organization, associations, societies and clubs other than the students organization provided for under these Rules; "prescribed" includes prescribed by the rules subsidiary legislation, By-laws, resolutions, directives instructions or decisions by the Council, the senate or other authority to whom or to which the Council or the senate has delegated its powers and functions; "Professor Emeritus" means a person who, with the express approval of the Council, holds an honorary, as opposed to a substantive, title of professor or research professor corresponding to that held last by that person during the person's active service in the University or any other recognized university; "public institutions" means any education or training institution established by or under any written law or owned by the Government or parastatal organization within the United Republic; "school" means a school of the University established in accordance with the provisions of Rules 15; "senior management level" includes the level of head of department or division, dean or associate dean of a faculty or school or a director of institute, centre, the library or directorate of the university; "staff association" means an association of staff of the University whose establishment has been approved in accordance with the provisions of Rule 34; "student" means a person registered by the University for the purpose of obtaining a qualification of the University or any other person who is recognized by the Senate to be a student and includes part time and an occasional or short term student; "Students' Organization" means an organization of students approved by the Council as being an organization representative of the students of the University established under Rule 29; 30 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) "unit" means a subdivision established as such within the general structure of the University, a college, school, faculty, institute, the University Library, a centre or directorate in accordance with the Rules; "University Library" means the library of the University established in accordance with the provisions of Rule 23; (2) References in the legislation, Charter or other instrument by which a college as established or governed, and designation there under of, offices or authorities of the college shall be construed subject to the provisions of the Charter or any other subsidiary legislation. (3) Wherever appropriate, references in the Act to the masculine gender shall be construed to include the feminine, the singular to include the plural and vice versa PART II THE CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY The Chancellor
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Schedule here to.
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(1) Members of the University shall consist of
AI-assisted research summary: The University Council must make rules about University membership, including how long membership lasts, how it ends, and the related rights and duties. The University must also promote gender balance, equality, and equity in relevant policies and programmes.
8.-(1) Members of the University shall consist of: (a) the Chancellor; 13 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (b) (c) (d) the Vice-Chancellor; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (academic); the Deputy Vice-Chancellor finance and administration); (planning, (e) Principals of Colleges; (f) Deputy Principals of Colleges (academic); (g) Deputy Principals of Colleges (planning, finance and administration); (h) members of the Council; (i) members of the Senate; (j) members of Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Library and Centres or Directorates or units; (k) Academic Staff of the University; (l) Administrative and other support staff of the University (m) students; (n) members of the Convocation; (o) such other members of the staff of the University or any other body formally admitted into affiliation or association with the University or with any of its colleges as the Council may from time to time determine. (2) The Council shall by rules prescribe provisions as to the duration of membership of the University, termination of such membership, the rights, duties and privileges attaching thereto and other related matters. (3) The University shall ensure and promote gender balance equality and equity in its policies, programmes and rules related to teaching, research and consultancy services in its membership as stated in sub-Article (1). PART III ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNIVERSITY The Chancellor
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Schedule hereto and as may be prescribed.
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(1) There shall be a Council of the University
AI-assisted research summary: The University Council is the University’s governing and policy-making body and has custody of the common seal, manages revenue and property, and has general control over University affairs.
18.-(1) There shall be a Council of the University which shall, subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and the Rules contained in the Schedule to this Charter- (a) be the governing body and principal policy- making organ of the University, including constituent, connected and associate colleges, and institutes of the University; responsible (b) have custody and use of the Common Seal; (c) be for the management and administration of the University revenue and property of the University; and (d) subject to the powers of the Senate or as the case may be, Academic Committee provided in 17 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) the Rules contained the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Schedule to this Charter, have general control over the conduct of the affairs of the University with powers to manage all matters not provided otherwise by this Charter or by the Rules contained in the Schedule hereto. in (2) The provisions of the First Schedule and Third Schedule to this Charter shall have effect as to the appointment of members, proceedings of· the Council, tenure of office of members and all matters relating to the Council.
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Schedule to this Charter shall have effect as to the
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There shall be a Senate for the University
AI-assisted research summary: A Senate must exist for the University and handle the University’s academic matters and related academic responsibilities.
19. There shall be a Senate for the University which shall, subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the Schedule hereto- (a) be the principal overall decision-making organ in respect of all the academic matters of the University; and (b) be responsible for the academic work of the and teaching, University community service and for the regulation and superintendence of the students of the University. the education of research in
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Schedule hereto-
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The University may affiliate or adopt as its
AI-assisted research summary: The University may affiliate or adopt a college as its branch, if the college is headed by a Principal and the arrangement follows the Schedule or subsidiary legislation.
20. The University may affiliate or adopt as its branch a college, headed by a Principal, in terms as provided under the Rules contained in the Schedule hereto or as shall be provided under any subsidiary legislation. - 21 Verify source ↗
There shall be Schools, Faculties, the Library,
AI-assisted research summary: The University may have Schools, Faculties, the Library, Institutes, Centres and Directorates, and they can be established by the Council on the Senate’s recommendation.
21. There shall be Schools, Faculties, the Library, the Institutes, Centres and/or Directorates within University each comprising one or more related branches of teaching and/or research, organized as an academic department or unit or departments or units, as may, from time to time, be established by the Council on the recommendation of the Senate in accordance with the Act, the Regulations made there under and the Rules contained in the Schedules hereto. 18 The Senate Affiliation or adoption of colleges Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Centres, the Library/ Directorate Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) PART IV ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS Staff Associations
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Schedule to this Charter.
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Thereto there shall be a Convocation of the
AI-assisted research summary: A Convocation of the University shall exist, and an Alumni Association or discipline-based alumni associations may be established in the University.
23. Thereto there shall be a Convocation of the University; and there may be established an Alumni Association of the University or discipline-based alumni associations in the University. Students’ Organization - 24 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Students' Organization
AI-assisted research summary: A Students' Organization is to exist for all University students, and student administration, welfare, and discipline are to be handled under the First Schedule, subject to the Act and Regulations.
24.-(1) There shall be a Students' Organization representative of all students of the University and such other students' organizations as have objects that are not in conflict with the objects of the University and the provisions of any other written law and as the Council may approve. (2) Subject to the Act and the Regulations made thereunder, matters concerning administration, welfare and discipline of students shall be conducted in accordance with applicable provisions of the First Schedule. 19 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) PART V SUBSIDIARY LEGISLATION Rules
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Schedule hereto, the Senate may make by-laws to regulate
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The President may by notice published in the
AI-assisted research summary: The President may, by notice in the Gazette and subject to the Act and prescribed procedures, revoke or amend the Charter.
29. The President may by notice published in the Gazette, and subject to the provisions of the Act and relevant procedures as may be prescribed, revoke or amend the provisions of the Charter. No Gender discrimination PART VI MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
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PART II
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Deans and Directors and other officers
AI-assisted research summary: Section heading for deans, directors, and other officers.
8. Deans and Directors and other officers. - 9 Verify source ↗
The Legal Unit and Corporate Counsel
AI-assisted research summary: Section title: “The Legal Unit and Corporate Counsel.”
9. The Legal Unit and Corporate Counsel. PART III THE PRINCIPAL ORGANS OF THE UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Chancellor of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section creates a University Chancellor, sets how the Chancellor is appointed, and gives the Chancellor powers and duties.
3.-(1) There shall be a Chancellor of the University. (2) The Chancellors, shall be a person of outstanding integrity, academic and administrative experience, appointed by the President from among a list of three candidates proposed by the Council on the basis of a recommendation by a search committee appointed by the Council, in accordance with Second Schedule hereto. (3) The term of office of the Chancellor shall be six years with eligibility for reappointment for one further term of six years. (4) Notwithstanding sub-rule (3) above, where the Chancellor is the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, the term of office as a Chancellor shall cease upon his cessation to hold the office as a President. (5) The Chancellor shall- (a) be the titular head of the University and, in the name of the University, confer degrees and grant diplomas, certificates and other awards of the University; (b) subject to the provisions of paragraph (c) of this sub-section, have power from time to time to direct an inspection of the University or an inquiry into the teaching, research or any other activity of the University; (c) have power to arrange for visitation the general administration and organization of the University in such manner as may be provided under Rules or as may be deemed appropriate or prescribed by the Chancellor on the advice of the Council; into (d) have power to advise the Council from time to time regarding the betterment of the University; (e) use his good offices to promote and enhance harmony and the general development of the University; and (f) have such other privileges, powers and functions as are conferred upon him by the Act or as may be provided under Rules. (6) Where the Chancellor is for any reason unable to perform the functions of his office, the President or a person authorized by the President in that behalf may appoint a person to temporarily perform the functions of Chancellor in an acting capacity. (7) The privileges and, if any, allowances, accruing to the position of a person who is appointed by the President to be Chancellor shall be 31 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) The Vice- Chancellor proposed by the Council and approved by the President. - 4 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor is appointed by the Chancellor on the Council’s advice, serves a five-year term, has specified university responsibilities, and may delegate powers in writing.
4.-(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall be appointed by the Chancellor upon the advice of the Council, from a list of three candidates who have attained the status of Professor or Associate Professor on the basis of a search committee's recommendations or through a procedure of public advertisement for the post and upon such terms and conditions as the Chancellor may prescribe upon the advice of the Council of the University. (2) Candidates for the office of Vice Chancellor shall be persons possessing outstanding academic and administrative experience and capability. (3) The Vice-Chancellor shall- (a) hold office for a term of five years and may be reappointed consecutively for one further term of five years; (b) be the Chief Executive Officer of the University and, in that behalf be responsible to the Council for the academic and administrative affairs of the University, including formulation of policy and implementation of the decisions of the Council; (c) be responsible for the general security and welfare of the University (d) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, the Charter, these rules, subsidiary legislation or as may be prescribed by the Council or Senate, or by any other written law. (4) The Vice Chancellor may, as he deems fit, in writing delegate any one or more of the powers and functions conferred on him by the Act, the Charter, these rules, subsidiary legislation or as may be prescribed by the Council or Senate, or by any other written law, subject to any limitations or conditions as the Vice Chancellor may prescribe provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing. Deputy Vice- Chancellors - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be at least two, but not more than four Deputy
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have between two and four Deputy Vice Chancellors, with their number set by the Council on the Vice Chancellor’s recommendation and the Senate’s advice.
5.-(1) There shall be at least two, but not more than four Deputy Vice Chancellors of the University. The number of Deputy Vice-Chancellors shall be such as may be prescribed by the Council upon the recommendations of the Vice Chancellor and advice of the Senate. (2) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (academic) shall- (a) be appointed by the Council, after consultation with the Vice Chancellor, upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe, from a list of three Professors or Associate Professors and administrative experience and capability; outstanding academic, research of (b) hold office for a period of four years and may be reappointed consecutively for one further term of four years; (c) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Vice Chancellor in respect of all academic matters of the University; (d) deputize for the Vice-Chancellor during the Vice-Chancellor's absence from office; (e) have such powers as the Vice-Chancellor shall delegate to him provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing; (f) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, the Charter, these rules, subsidiary legislation or as may be prescribed by the Council or Senate, or by any other written 32 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) The College Principals College Deputy Principals shall- law. (3) The Deputy Chancellor (planning, finance and administration) (a) be appointed by the Council, after consultation with the Vice Chancellor, upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe, from a list of three candidates who have attained status of Professors or Associate Professors of outstanding, academic and administrative capability and experience of at least five years at senior management level ; (b) hold office for a period of four years and may be reappointed consecutively for one further term of four years; (c) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the in respect of all planning, finance and ViceChancellor administrative matters of the University; (d) have such powers as the Vice-Chancellor shall delegate to him provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing; and (e) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the, Charter, Rules or as may be prescribed by the Council or Senate, or by any other written law. - 6 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a principal of each college who shall be
AI-assisted research summary: Each college must have a principal, and the principal serves a four-year term with one possible four-year reappointment.
6.-(1) There shall be a principal of each college who shall be recommended by the Senate from a list of three Professors or Associate Professors with outstanding administrative experience, appointed by the Chancellor on the advice of the Council in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe. (2) The Principal shall- (a) hold office for four years with eligibility for reappointment for one further term of four years; (b) be the academic and administrative head of a college and shall, have powers and duties as are prescribed for principals of the type and category of that college; and (c) be responsible to the Vice Chancellor, Governing Board and the Council in respect of all matters concerning the University college. - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be at least two Deputy Principals for each college
AI-assisted research summary: Each college must have at least two Deputy Principals, and each campus college must have an Associate Principal.
7.-(1) There shall be at least two Deputy Principals for each college and an Associate Principal for each campus college who shall hold office for a term of three years with eligibility for re-appointment for one further term of three years. (2) The number of Deputy College principals shall be such as may be prescribed by the Council upon the recommendations of the Principal and the advice of the governing Board and the Senate. (3) The Deputy Principal (academic) shall- (a) be recommended by the Senate from a list of three Professors or Associate professors and appointed by the Chancellor, on the advice of the Council after consultation with the Principal, in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe. (b) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Principal in respect of all academic matters of the College; (c) deputize for the Principal during the Principal's absence from office; (d) have such powers as the Principal shall delegate to him, 33 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Deans and Directors and other officers The Legal Unit and Corporate Council shall- provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing; (e) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act or as may be prescribed. (4) The Deputy Principal (planning, finance and administration) (a) be recommended by the Senate from a list of three candidates of outstanding planning, finance and administrative experience and capability and appointed by the Chancellor, on the advice of the Council after consultation with the Principal, in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe; (b) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Principal in respect of all planning, finance and administrative matters of the College; (c) have such powers as the Principal shall delegate to him, provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing; (d) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act or Rules made thereunder this Charter or as may be prescribed. - 8 Verify source ↗
(1) The Dean or Director shall be the chief executive of the
AI-assisted research summary: The Dean or Director is the chief executive of the relevant University unit, and the Vice Chancellor appoints Deans and Directors from a recommended shortlist. Their initial term is three years, with one possible consecutive renewal.
8.-(1) The Dean or Director shall be the chief executive of the University school, faculty, institute, center or directorate. (2) The Deans of schools and faculties and Directors of institutes and centres or directorates shall be appointed by the Vice Chancellor from a list of three academic members of staff of the rank of senior lecturer/senior research fellow or higher upon recommendation of the Senate and the Council on the basis of search committee recommendations. (3) The Deans of schools and faculties and Directors of institutes and centres or directorates shall hold office for a term of three years, renewable for one more consecutive term. - 9 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established a unit to be known as the Legal
AI-assisted research summary: The University must establish a Legal Unit, appoint a Corporate Counsel, and may use external legal counsel in some cases.
9.-(1) There shall be established a unit to be known as the Legal Unit of the University which shall be responsible for the proper handling of the legal affairs of the University. (2) There shall be a Corporate Counsel of the University. (3) The Corporate Counsel, who shall be appointed by the Council on the recommendation of the Vice Chancellor upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe, shall be a person with a minimum academic qualification of a first degree in law (LLB) and outstanding experience and capability as a lawyer on the roll of advocates. (4) The Corporate Counsel shall- (a) be head of the Legal Unit; (b) be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor in respect of all legal matters of the University; (c) have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, the Charter, these Rules or any other written law or as may be prescribed (5) It shall be lawful for the University to hire the services of a legal counsel from outside the establishment of the Legal Unit to carry out the functions and duties provided for under this rule either in whole or in part and concurrently or in collaboration with the Corporate Legal Counsel: Provided that where the University hires the services of a legal counsel from outside the establishment of the Legal Unit to carry out such functions and duties in whole and does not employ a Corporate Counsel 34 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) within the establishment of the Legal Unit- (a) (b) (c) the provisions of sub-paragraph (1) shall apply to the extent that the Legal Unit shall serve as liaison between the University and the external legal counsel; the provisions relating to the functions of the Corporate Counsel under paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of sub-rule ( 4) shall not apply; the functions of the Corporate Counsel provided for under paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of sub-rule (4) shall be assigned to such other appropriate officer(s) of the University as the Council, on the advice of the Vice Chancellor, shall deem fit. PART III THE PRINCIPAL ORGANS OF THE UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE The Council and the Senate Composition of the Principal Organs
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Staff Association
AI-assisted research summary: Section 34 is titled “Staff Association” and appears under Part VIII, Financial Provisions.
34. Staff Association. PART VIII FINANCIAL PROVISIONS - 33 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Convocation of Muhimbili University of
AI-assisted research summary: The Convocation may meet, discuss university matters, and send resolutions to the Council and Senate. The Council may approve alumni associations, and approved associations may send resolutions to designated university bodies.
33.-(1) There shall be a Convocation of Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, which shall consist of current staff, students and former graduates of Faculty of Medicine, Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences and such other persons as Rules may prescribe. (2) The Convocation shall have the right to meet and discuss any matter relating to the University, to transmit resolutions thereon to the Council and Senate, and may exercise such other functions as the Rules may prescribe. (3) The Council may approve the establishment of an Alumni Association of the University or discipline-based alumni associations whose affairs shall be governed by its or their constitution(s), which shall be subject to approval by the Council including amendment thereof. (4) An Alumni Association of the University whose establishment is approved under sub- rule (3) shall have the right to transmit its resolutions to the Council and the Senate and may exercise such other functions and enjoy such other privileges as rules may provide. (5) A discipline-based Alumni Association whose establishment is approved under sub-rule (3) shall have the right to transmit its resolutions to the Board of the School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or, as the case may be, Directorate under which the association's base discipline falls. (6) For the purpose of this rule the word "discipline" includes School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate, as the case may be. - 34 Verify source ↗
(l) There shall be established an Academic Staff Assembly and
AI-assisted research summary: The University must establish academic and administrative staff assemblies, and staff organizations may not engage in political party activities on campus or have constitutions or conduct that conflict with the charter or any written law.
34.-(l) There shall be established an Academic Staff Assembly and Administrative Staff Assembly whose affairs, including membership, shall be governed by its own constitution. (2) The constitution of the staff association, including amendments thereof shall be determined by the members of the association and shall be subject to approval by the Council. (3) No staff organizations in the University shall engage in any political parties activities on campus, conduct its affairs or have a constitution which in any way or manner whatsoever offends or conflict with a provisions of this charter or of any other written law. (4) For the purpose of this rule- (a) "campus" includes any place where the activities or affairs of the University to which a staff association or a students' organization belongs may under lease or license take place, be conducted or where the residence of students is established, provided, organized or overseen whether regularly or intermittently or on a particular occasion or occasions; in political parties activity" (b) "engaging includes regular recruitment, training, registering or enrollment of political party members, regular organization of meetings, seminars and conferences for a political party or political parties, operating a branch office or cell or the like of a political party or political parties and matters of a similar nature; (c) "staff association" includes its members; and (d) "Student organization" includes its members. PART VIII FINANCIAL PROVISIONS Management of
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PART VIII
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Tabling of reports to the National Assembly
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Tabling of reports to the National Assembly.”
42. Tabling of reports to the National Assembly. PART IX MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS - 35 Verify source ↗
The Council or Governing Boards, as the case may be, shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Council or Governing Boards must manage the University’s or Colleges’ movable and immovable assets and property.
35. The Council or Governing Boards, as the case may be, shall 48 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Assets Funds and resources manage all the assets and properties, movable and immovable, of the University or Colleges, in such manner and for such purposes as in the opinion of the Council or Governing Boards would promote the best interest of the University or Colleges. - 36 Verify source ↗
The funds and other resources of the University or Colleges
AI-assisted research summary: The University’s funds and other resources must come from listed sources such as government funding, donations, grants, loans, fees, licenses, consultancies, investments, leases, and other sums payable under the Act or linked to its functions.
36. The funds and other resources of the University or Colleges shall consist of- (a) such sums as may be provided for the purposes of the University or colleges by Government or any other source either by way of donations, prizes, grant or loan; (b) such sums as the Council or Governing Boards may, from time to time, borrow for the purposes of the University or colleges; (c) such sums as may accrue to the University or colleges from or by way of fees; (d) such sums as may accrue to the University or colleges from the licenses, consultancies, etc. of investments, University or colleges; and leases, Investment of funds Cap. 53 Financial year Annual estimates (e) such sums as may in any manner become payable to or vested in the University or college either under the provisions of the Act or as incidental to the carrying out of its functions. - 37 Verify source ↗
The Council or Governing Boards shall have power to invest the
AI-assisted research summary: The Council or Governing Boards may invest University or college funds in assets, subject to the conditions set by the Trustee Investments Act, 1967.
37. The Council or Governing Boards shall have power to invest the funds of the University or colleges in such assets and subject to such conditions, as are prescribed by the Trustee Investments Act, 1967, in relation to investment of funds by a trustee. - 38 Verify source ↗
The Council or Governing Boards may determine any period of
AI-assisted research summary: The Council or Governing Boards may choose a 12-month period for the financial year, and a transitional period can be treated as a financial year even if it is shorter or longer than 12 months.
38. The Council or Governing Boards may determine any period of twelve consecutive months the to constitute University/colleges; provided that for the purposes of transition from one financial year to another the transitional period, whether of more or of less than twelve months, shall be regarded as if it were a financial year. the financial year of - 39 Verify source ↗
(1) At least two months before the commencement of any
AI-assisted research summary: The finance deputy vice chancellor must prepare annual university revenue and expenditure estimates at least two months before each financial year, and the Council must approve them before the year starts.
39.-(1) At least two months before the commencement of any financial year, the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for finance shall prepare or cause to be prepared, for the approval of the Council, annual estimates of the revenue and expenditure of the University for the ensuing financial year. (2) The Council shall, before the commencement of a financial year, consider and approve, subject to such modifications and amendments as it may consider appropriate, the estimates prepared in accordance with sub rule (1). (3) The annual estimates shall contain provision for all the estimated expenditure during the ensuing financial year and in particular- (a) for the payment of salaries, allowances, travel and other charges in respect of officers of the University, including the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellors, the Principals and Deputy Principals and the Deans and Directors; (b) for the payment of costs of materials, equipment, etc. and other training, research and in respect of teaching, charges consultancy; (c) for the payment of allowances, fees and expenses in respect of the Chancellor, members of the Council, the Senate, the Convocation and of other Boards and Committees; 49 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (d) for the payment of all pensions, gratuities and other charges in respect of retiring benefits which are payable out of the funds of the University; (e) for the construction, improvement, maintenance and replacement of any building or other immovable property of the University for the proper maintenance and replacement of the furniture and equipment of the University; (f) (g) for the creation of such reserve funds to meet future contingent liabilities as the Council may think fit. (4) No expenditure shall be incurred for the purposes of the University except in accordance with the provisions of the annual estimates or in accordance with the provisions of any supplementary estimates approved by the Council Boards. (5) A copy of the annual estimates and of every supplementary estimates, if any, shall immediately upon the approval of such annual estimates or, as the case may be, the supplementary estimates, by the Council, be forwarded to the Minister and the Chancellor. Accounts and auditing of accounts - 40 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council or Governing Board shall cause to be kept
AI-assisted research summary: The Council or Governing Board must keep proper accounts, prepare annual financial statements, have them audited, and send copies to the Chancellor and Minister.
40.-(1) The Council or Governing Board shall cause to be kept proper accounts and shall, within and not later than six months after the end of each financial year, cause such accounts relating to such financial year together with: (a) a statement of income and expenditure during such financial year; and (b) a statement of the assets and liabilities of the University on the last day of such financial year, to be submitted to and audited by a competent firm of authorized or approved auditors appointed by the Council. (2) Copies of the statement referred to in sub rule (1) and a copy of the auditor's report, if any, shall be forwarded to the Chancellor and the Minister. Vice- Chancellor’s Annual Report - 41 Verify source ↗
The Vice-Chancellor or Principal of Constituent Colleges shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor or Principal of Constituent Colleges must prepare a yearly activities report and submit it to the Council or Governing Boards, the Minister, and the Chancellor.
41. The Vice-Chancellor or Principal of Constituent Colleges shall at the end of each financial year prepare a report on the activities of the University or College aring that financial year and submit such report to the Council or Governing Boards, the Minister and the Chancellor. Tabling of reports to the National Assembly - 42 Verify source ↗
The Minister shall cause to be laid before the National
AI-assisted research summary: The Minister must present specified statements and reports to the National Assembly after receiving them.
42. The Minister shall cause to be laid before the National Assembly, as soon as may be practicable after he has received them: (a) copies of the statements referred to in sub rule (1) of rule 40; (b) a copy of the auditor's report; and (c) a copy of the Vice-Chancellor's or Principal's report PART IX MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Memorandum of understanding
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PART IX
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Attributes of a system of appointment of holders of specified positions
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Attributes of a system of appointment of holders of specified positions.”
47. Attributes of a system of appointment of holders of specified positions. - 48 Verify source ↗
Provisions Relating to Principles of Natural Justice
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Provisions Relating to Principles of Natural Justice.”
48. Provisions Relating to Principles of Natural Justice. - 49 Verify source ↗
Protection of members of Council, Senate, Convocation and Boards
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Protection of members of Council, Senate, Convocation and Boards.”
49. Protection of members of Council, Senate, Convocation and Boards. - 51 Verify source ↗
Proceedings of Senate or Boards not to be invalid by reason of irregularity
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled to say that Senate or Board proceedings are not invalid just because of an irregularity.
51. Proceedings of Senate or Boards not to be invalid by reason of irregularity. - 52 Verify source ↗
Special needs for women and other vulnerable persons
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Special needs for women and other vulnerable persons.”
52. Special needs for women and other vulnerable persons. 28 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) THE MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES RULES, 2007 PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Short title and Commencement - 43 Verify source ↗
(1) In the discharge of its functions under the Act, the
AI-assisted research summary: The University must follow the terms of a memorandum of understanding agreed with the Government when carrying out its functions under the Act.
43.-(1) In the discharge of its functions under the Act, the University shall abide by the terms and conditions of a memorandum or memoranda of understanding ads shall be agreed between the Government of the United Republic and the University. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of sub-rule (1) the terms and conditions of the memorandum of understanding may include- 50 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (a) development and running of academic programmes, courses, etc.; (b) developing and conducting research and consultancy programmes, arrangements, and projects; and (c) providing funds for the general and development expenditure of the University. Delegation of Powers - 44 Verify source ↗
The powers granted to the President under the Act may, wholly
AI-assisted research summary: The President may delegate some or all powers under the Act to the Minister, and the delegation must be in writing.
44. The powers granted to the President under the Act may, wholly or in part, be delegated by the President to the Minister and in any such event such delegation shall be in writing. University Grants Committee - 45 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established a committee which shall be
AI-assisted research summary: A University Grants Committee must be established, and the Council must appoint its Chairman and members.
45.-(1) There shall be established a committee which shall be known as the University Grants Committee. (2) The University Grants Committee shall comprise a Chairman and not more than fifteen, and not less than five, members. (3) The Chairman and the members of the University Grants Committee shall be appointed by the Council. (b) (4) The functions of the University Grants Committee shall include- (a) on behalf of the Council, to advise the Government or any statutory body established to administer financial affairs of higher education institutions in that behalf, on all financial matters relating to the University; to advise the Council on matters relating to the procurement, and expenditure of funds of the University and investment of such funds; to mobilize resources for and on behalf of the Council for the promotion of the objects and functions of the University; to perform such other functions as may be conferred by the Council. (d) (c) Deployment of forces Attributes for appointment in specified positions (5) The tenure of office of the Chairman and members of the University Grants Committee, their retirement, the right to terminate their appointment, the appointment of a new member to fill any vacancy, and also in relation to the appointment of a temporary chairman, the quorum, procedure and meetings of the University Grants Committee shall be governed by Rules. - 46 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall, normally, be no deployment of police, military,
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor may request police, military, or paramilitary deployment on University or College grounds if, in the Vice-Chancellor’s opinion, the situation requires it.
46.-(1) There shall, normally, be no deployment of police, military, paramilitary forces on the University or College grounds, as the case may be, without prior consultation with or information to the Vice-Chancellor. (2) The Vice-Chancellor may request deployment of police, military or para- military forces on the University or College grounds where in his opinion the situation so dictates. - 47 Verify source ↗
(1) The holders of all key administrative positions in the
AI-assisted research summary: Key university administrative posts should normally be held by citizens of the United Republic, and appointments must be made on merit using an open system.
47.-(1) The holders of all key administrative positions in the University including colleges of the University shall, normally, be citizens of the United Republic. (2) In making appointments to key administrative positions in the University or a college, the Council or Governing Board shall ensure that such appointments are made on merit in accordance with an open system capable of inspiring confidence that fairness and the appointee's competence for the relevant position and his general acceptability in the University or college community have all been taken into account. 51 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) (3) The Council shall, by rules, prescribe the attributes of the open system referred to in subsection (2), which attributes shall include the form, way or method of identifying candidates, participation of the community and/or the organs of governance that shall be involved in the process of such system. Provision relating to principles of Natural Justice - 48 Verify source ↗
(1) Notwithstanding the provision of rules 25, 26 and 32 of this
AI-assisted research summary: Disciplinary dismissal, expulsion, or rustication cannot be used unless charges are made, the person can answer them, an inquiry is held, and guilt is found after the inquiry and defence.
48.-(1) Notwithstanding the provision of rules 25, 26 and 32 of this Charter, the power to dismiss an officer or member of staff of the University or expel or rusticate a student from the University, as the case may be, by way of disciplinary action shall not be exercised unless: (a) a disciplinary charge has been made against such officer or (b) member of staff or student, as the case may be; the officer or member of staff or student, as the case may be, has had opportunity to answer such charge; (d) (c) an inquiry has been held into the charge in accordance with the provisions of the rules made by the Council in that behalf, or any applicable general law of the land, as the case may be; and the officer or member of staff or student concerned, as the case may be, has, after such inquiry and defence, been found to be guilty of the charge leveled against him or of a minor charge of the same category established on the basis of the findings made in the course of dealing with the said charge. Protection of members of Council, Senate, Convocation and Boards 49. No matter or thing done by any member or officer of the Council, the Senate, the Convocation or a Board shall, if done bona fide in the execution or purported execution of the functions of such Council, Senate, Convocation or Board, as the case may be, render such member or officer personally liable for such matter or thing. Staff affairs - 50 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Human Resource Development Policy and staff
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must formulate the University’s Human Resource Development Policy and staff welfare policy.
50. There shall be a Human Resource Development Policy and staff welfare policy of the University which shall be formulated by the Council. Proceedings not to be invalid by reason of irregularity 51. No act or proceeding of the Senate or a Board shall be invalid by reason only of any vacancy in the membership thereof, or any defect in the appointment of any member or the fact that any member was at the time in question disqualified or disentitled to act as such. Special needs for women and other vulnerable persons - 52 Verify source ↗
(1) In the construction or maintenance of any building,
AI-assisted research summary: When university buildings, facilities, roads, paths, or passages are built or maintained for students or staff, the special needs of women and persons with physical disabilities must be considered. The Library and its branches must also be designed and equipped to meet those needs as far as possible.
52.-(1) In the construction or maintenance of any building, appliance, facility, amenity, convenience, road, path or passage way for use by students or staff of the University, due regard shall be had of the special needs of women and of persons with common physical disabilities of sight, hearing and movement. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of sub rule (1), the Library, including its branches wherever they may be, shall be so constructed or structured, set up and equipped as to cater, as far as possible, for the needs specified under the Rule. 52 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) ______________ SECOND SCHEDULE ______________ (Under Article 10 and rule 4) PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SEARCH COMMITTEE Search Committee Members Search Committee - 1 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations
AI-assisted research summary: A Search Committee is established to make recommendations to the Chancellor for appointing a Vice-Chancellor.
1. There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations to the Chancellor for appointment of a Vice-Chancellor. of - 2 Verify source ↗
The Search Committee shall consist of three members of whom
AI-assisted research summary: The Search Committee must have three members: two nominated by the Council and one by the Chancellor, who is also the convener. University employees and employees of any University authority cannot be nominated as members.
2. The Search Committee shall consist of three members of whom two shall be nominated by the Council and one by the Chancellor, and the person nominated by the Chancellor shall be the convener of the Committee: Provided that no person who is an employee of the University or any authority of the University shall be nominated to be a member of the Committee. Procedures of Search Committee - 3 Verify source ↗
The Chancellor with advice of the Council, shall appoint a Vice
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor must appoint a Vice-Chancellor from a panel of no more than three people recommended by the Search Committee.
3. The Chancellor with advice of the Council, shall appoint a Vice- Chancellor from out of a panel of not more than three persons recommended by the Search Committee constituted under paragraph (2) as above: Provided that if the Chancellor does not approve of any of the persons so recommended he may call for a fresh recommendation. __________ THIRD SCHEDULE ____________ (Under Article 18 and rule 11) PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE COUNCIL Tenure of office - 1 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chairperson of the Council shall hold office for a period of
AI-assisted research summary: The Chairperson of the Council serves for four years, and other Council members (except ex-officio members) serve for three years, with some members losing office if they no longer meet the required status.
1.-(1) The Chairperson of the Council shall hold office for a period of four years from the date of his appointment. (2) Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, the term of office of all members of the Council other than the Chairperson and the ex-officio members shall be three years: Provided that: (b) (a) nothing in this Schedule shall be construed as preventing any person otherwise eligible to be appointed or elected as a member from being reappointed or, as the case may be, re-elected for another term of office; in the case of a member elected by the National Assembly, he shall cease to hold office if at any time prior to the date of his retirement he ceases to be a member of the National Assembly; in the case of a member elected by the Students' Organization, he shall cease to hold office if at any time prior to the date of his retirement under this paragraph, he ceases to be a student. (3) Nothing in paragraph 2 shall be construed as preventing any appointing authority from terminating the appointment of any member (c) 53 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) Cessation of membership The Deputy Vice-Cancellors to attend meetings Vice- Chairman Meetings of the Council appointed or elected by it, prior to the date when such member is required to retire from office under paragraph 2. - 2 Verify source ↗
(1) Where any member absents himself from three consecutive
AI-assisted research summary: If a Council member misses three consecutive meetings without reasonable excuse, the Council must inform the appointing authority, who may remove the member and replace them.
2.-(1) Where any member absents himself from three consecutive meetings of the Council without reasonable excuse, the Council shall advise the appointing authority of the fact and the appointing authority may, if it deems fit so to do, terminate the appointment of the member and appoint or, as the case may be, elect another member in his place. (2) Where any member of the Council ceases to be such a member by resignation or death, or by virtue of the operation of the proviso to paragraph 2, or is unable to perform his functions as such by reason of his absence from the United Republic or by reason of any infirmity of body or mind, or where the appoint authority terminates his/her appointment under paragraph 3 or paragraph 4, the appointing authority may appoint or, as the case may be, elect another member in his/her place, and the member so appointed or elected shall, subject to the provisions of this Schedule, hold office for the remainder of the term of his predecessor. (3) Where in the opinion of the appointing authority, the absence or infirmity of any member is of a temporary nature only, it may appoint or, as the case may be, elect a temporary member to take his/her place, and such temporary member shall have, so long as he/she remains a temporary member, all the powers and functions of a member of the Council: Provided that, on the resumption of office by the substantive member, the temporary member shall cease to hold such office. - 3 Verify source ↗
The Deputy Vice-Chancellors shall have the right to be present at
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellors may be present at every Council meeting and participate in deliberations, but they may not vote.
3. The Deputy Vice-Chancellors shall have the right to be present at every meeting of the Council and to participate in its deliberations but shall have no right to vote. - 4 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council shall elect one of its members to be the Vice
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must choose one of its members as Vice-Chairman, and that person serves for one year if still a member.
4.-(1) The Council shall elect one of its members to be the Vice- Chairman and any member elected as Vice-Chairman shall, subject to his/her continuing to be a member, hold office of Vice-Chairman for a tern, of one year from the date of his/her election, and shall be eligible to be re-elected. (2) The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of the Council, and where at any meeting of the Council, the Chairman is absent, the Vice- Chairman shall preside. (3) In the absence of both the Chairman and the Vice-Chairman at any meeting of the Council, the members present may, from amongst their number, elect a temporary Chairman who shall preside at that meeting. (4) The Chairman, Vice-Chairman or temporary Chairman presiding at any meeting of the Council, shall have a vote and, in the event of any equality of votes, shall have a casting vote in addition to his/her deliberative vote. - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to this Charter and any general or specific direction by
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must meet at least four times each financial year, and additional meetings may be fixed by the Chairman or the Vice-Chairman in some cases.
5.-(1) Subject to this Charter and any general or specific direction by the Chancellor, the Council shall meet not less than four times during every financial year and at such additional times as may be fixed by the Chairman or, if he or she is absent from the United Republic or unable for any reason to act, the Vice-Chairman: Provided that the Chairman or, if he or she is absent from the United Republic or is unable for any reason to act, the Vice-Chairman shall, at the request of at least ten members, convene a meeting of the Council within thirty 54 Muhimbili Universty of Health and Allied Sciences GN. NO. 262A (Contd.) days of such requests being made to him in writing. (2) The Secretary of the Council shall give to each member not less than fourteen days' notice of the time and place of any such meeting. Quorum - 6 Verify source ↗
(1) At any meeting of the Council not less than one-third of the
AI-assisted research summary: Council meetings need a quorum of at least one-third of the members in office; if no quorum appears within 30 minutes, certain attendees or the Secretary may adjourn the meeting.
6.-(1) At any meeting of the Council not less than one-third of the Decisions of the Council members in office for the time being shall constitute a quorum. (2) Where a quorum is not present within half an hour of the time appointed for the meeting, the members present, or the majority of them, or any one member of, if only one is present or the Secretary if no member is present, may adjourn the meeting to any time not later than fourteen days from the adjournment. - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the provisions relating to a casting vote, all
AI-assisted research summary: Council decisions are made by majority vote, and a member who does not vote is treated as voting against the question. The Council may also decide matters without a meeting by circulating papers and getting written views from the majority, but any member can require deferral to a Council meeting.
7.-(1) Subject to the provisions relating to a casting vote, all questions at a meeting of the Council shall be decided by a majority of the votes of the members present at the meeting, and if any member fails or refuses to vote on any question, his/her vote shall be counted in the negative. (2) Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this Schedule, decisions may be made by the Council without a meeting, by circulation of the relevant papers among the members and the expression of the views of the majority thereof in writing: Provided that any member shall be entitled to require that any such decision be deferred and the subject matter be considered at a meeting of the Council. The seal of the Council - 8 Verify source ↗
(1) The Seal of the University shall be of such shape, size and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may decide the Seal’s shape, size, and form. When the Seal is affixed, it must be done in the presence of specified officers or appointed persons, and those present must sign as witnesses.
8.-(1) The Seal of the University shall be of such shape, size and form as the Council may determine. Execution of Instruments (2) The Seal shall be affixed in the presence of- (a) (b) the Vice-Chancellor; or the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for administration affairs; or (c) such person or persons appointed in writing by the Vice- Chancellor in that behalf, and the person or persons present shall sign over or underneath the sealing witness thereof. - 9 Verify source ↗
All conveyances, transfers, contracts, guarantees, agreements,
AI-assisted research summary: University instruments must be executed by specified University officers, including the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for administration affairs, or other officers appointed by the Vice-Chancellor.
9. All conveyances, transfers, contracts, guarantees, agreements, bonds, authorities, mortgages, charges, bills of exchange, promissory notes, bank drafts, letters of credit, securities and other instruments to which the University is a party shall be executed on behalf of the University by: (a) (b) the Vice-Chancellor; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for administration affairs; or (c) such other officers of the University as the Vice-Chancellor may appoint in that behalf. - 10 Verify source ↗
Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, the Council may
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may regulate its own meetings, subject to the provisions of the Schedule.
10. Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, the Council may regulate its own meetings. Given under my hand and the public seal; this 28th day of March, 2007 The State House, Dar-es-Salaam. JAKAYA MRISHO KIKWETE, President 55
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