THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF TANZANIA
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This section is a heading for citation interpretation in Part II on the establishment of the University. This section heading says the provision concerns the University’s establishment, objects and functions, members, and general administration. This section lists university offices: the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellors, Principals of Colleges, Deputy Principals of Colleges, and Deans of Schools and Faculties. This section lists university offices, bodies, and affiliated units under Part IV. This section is a heading listing staff associations, the convocation and alumni associations, and the students' organization and other students' associations.
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Section 2
AI-assisted research summary: This section is a heading for citation interpretation in Part II on the establishment of the University.
2. Citation Interpretation PART II ESTABLISHMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY
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PART II
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Section 5
AI-assisted research summary: This section heading says the provision concerns the University’s establishment, objects and functions, members, and general administration.
5. Establishment of the University General objects and functions of the University Members of the University PART III GENERAL ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNIVERSITY - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) There is hereby established a University to be
AI-assisted research summary: The provision establishes the Open University of Tanzania as a body corporate and gives it corporate powers, including borrowing money and doing lawful acts under the Act, Regulations, and Charter.
3.-(1) There is hereby established a University to be known as the Open University of Tanzania. (2) The University established under sub-Article (1) shall be a body corporate and shall- (a) have perpetual succession and a Common Seal; (b) in its corporate name, be capable of suing and being sued; (c) be capable of taking by gift, purchasing or otherwise holding, acquiring, and of granting, demising, alienating, or otherwise disposing of any movable or immovable property; (d) have power to borrow such sums as it may require for its purposes; and (e) do all other lawful acts and things whatsoever pursuant to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, and the Charter which may lawfully be performed by a body corporate. (3) The University shall be a successor to the Open University of Tanzania established by the Open University of Tanzania Act; (now repealed) and subject to this Charter and the Rules- Cap. 268 service, conditions (a) all subsisting and valid appointments and terms enrolments, of and authorizations, pending decisions disciplinary proceedings, other things, including rights and liabilities made, given, taken, done or incurred under, shall be deemed to be valid, continuous and enforceable according to their respective tenure by or, as the case may be, against the University; and (b) all funds, assets both movable and immovable, including institutions of the Open University of Tanzania subsisting at the commencement of this Charter shall, without further assurance, automatically and fully vest in the University and the Council; 6 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (c) all subsisting regulations, rules, by-laws, orders, directions or other subsidiary legislation made, given or issued under the repealed Act or any other written law and which are in force before the effective date, shall remain in force after the effective date until they are repealed or replaced by Rules made under this Charter; and (d) any reference to the Open University of Tanzania in any contract or document shall for all purposes be deemed to be a reference to the University established under Article 3 of this Charter. General objects and functions of the University learning, teaching, - 4 Verify source ↗
(1) The objects of the University shall be to
AI-assisted research summary: The University must carry out teaching, research, consultancy, and related education functions, and it must not associate with any political party.
4.-(1) The objects of the University shall be to transmit knowledge and enhance advance creativity by research and consultancy, particularly in arts; social sciences; commerce, business management; education; law; science, technology and environment, information communication technology; and any other area or field of learning and knowledge, and in close association with industry and commerce. (2) The Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto set out in detail the particulars of the objects and functions of the University. (3) In carrying out its objects the University shall observe and implement the principle of gender balance and opportunities for persons from disadvantaged groups as provided in the Act and Regulations made thereunder. (4) The University shall be a public institution which shall, in carrying out its objects as aforesaid, not associate or affiliate itself with any political party. (5) The University shall cooperate with the Government of the United Republic and the peoples of Tanzania in the planned and orderly development of leaning, transmission of knowledge and enhancement of creativity in the United Republic. (6) Without the generality of the foregoing provisions, the objects and functions of the University shall be- 7 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (a) to preserve and advance learning, enhance creativity and transmit knowledge by teaching, conducting research and consultancy through various means, including the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) such as devices broadcasting appropriate by higher correspondence, tuition, residential courses and seminars; technological and to education, (b) to provide opportunities for higher education to a broad segment of the population through open and distance mode and in-residence learning; (c) to promote the educational well-being of the community generally through open and distance and in-residence educational methods; (d) to provide university education and professional standards for its students; and (e) to conduct examinations for, to confer degrees and grant diplomas, certificates and other awards of the University. Powers of the University - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) The University shall be a teaching, research,
AI-assisted research summary: The University has power to award degrees and other awards, confer honorary degrees, and do other authorized things, subject to the Act, regulations, the Charter, and the Rules. The Senate determines the academic programmes.
5.-(1) The University shall be a teaching, research, consultancy examining body and legal depository and shall, subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the Schedules hereto, have the following powers- (a) to offer degrees, diplomas, certificates and other awards in its name; (b) to award in its name, certificates, diplomas, degrees, post-graduate diplomas and confer postgraduate degrees upon persons who have followed courses of study approved by the Senate such other requirements as may be prescribed by the Senate; and have satisfied (c) to confer honorary degrees (honoris causa); and (d) to do such other things as are conferred upon it by the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the Schedules to this Charter. 8 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (2) The academic programmes to be conducted by the University shall be determined by the Senate in accordance with the Act, and Regulations made thereunder, this Charter, the Rules made under the Charter and Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto. Members of the University Deputy - 16 Verify source ↗
Section 16
AI-assisted research summary: This section heading refers to the Senate’s establishment and composition, and to its functions regarding boards of colleges, schools, faculties, institutes, and the library.
16. Establishment and Composition of the Senate Functions of the Senate (d) Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes and the Library - 21 Verify source ↗
Section 21
AI-assisted research summary: This section appears to be a heading about boards and committees, including the Human Resources Management Committee.
21. Establishment and Composition of Boards Functions of Boards Meetings of the Boards Validity of acts of Boards Establishment of other Boards and Committees (e) The Human Resources Management Committee 18 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania - 48 Verify source ↗
Section 48
AI-assisted research summary: Section 48 is a contents-style listing of topics about the Human Resources Management Committee, staff matters, colleges and schools, student welfare, and student discipline.
48. Establishment and composition of the Human Resources Management Committee Functions of the Human Resources Management Committee Powers of the Human Resources Management Committee (f) University Staff Academic staff Vacancy of Senior Academic post Administrative and Technical Staff Powers to abolish offices Power to appoint staff Power to terminate appointments Delegation of powers Exercise of powers Terms of employment PART III ESTABLISHMENT OF COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, FACULTIES ETC. Establishment of Campus Colleges Establishment of Constituent Colleges Establishment of Connected Colleges Establishment of Associate Colleges Establishment of Schools, Faculties etc. PART IV ADMINISTRATION WELFARE AND DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS (a) Administration and Welfare (Resources Management) Responsibility of Deputy Vice-Chancellor Students' Welfare at the University Students Rules Council to make rules (b) Students' Organizations Establishment of Students' Organization Function of Students' Organization Other Students' Associations (c) Disciplinary Proceedings against students Establishment of students disciplinary authority Investigation of disciplinary offence Disciplinary Authority may delegate powers 19 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Chancellor of the University who shall be
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor of the University is appointed by the President from a list of three candidates proposed by the Council, serves for six years, and can confer degrees and academic awards.
3.-(1) There shall be a Chancellor of the University who shall be appointed by the President- (a) from among a list of three candidates proposed by the Council upon the recommendation of a Search Committee appointed by the Council on the lines mutatis mutandis of the Second Schedule hereto; and (b) in addition to the provisions of sub-rule (2) and (4), upon such terms and conditions as the President may prescribe. (2) The Chancellor shall hold office for a period of six years provided that he may not be reappointed for more than one consecutive term. (3) The Chancellor shall be the titular head of the University and shall confer all degrees and other academic awards of the University. (4) Whenever the Chancellor is absent from the United Republic or is for any other reason unable to perform the functions of his office, the President or any person authorized by him in that behalf, may appoint any other official to perform the functions of the office of the Chancellor during such absence or inability. (5) The Chancellor shall have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, the Charter and these Rules.
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PART III
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Section 11
AI-assisted research summary: This section lists university offices: the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellors, Principals of Colleges, Deputy Principals of Colleges, and Deans of Schools and Faculties.
11. The Chancellor The Vice Chancellor Deputy Vice Chancellors Principals of Colleges Deputy Principals of Colleges Deans of Schools and Faculties 1 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania - 20 Verify source ↗
Section 20
AI-assisted research summary: This section lists university offices, bodies, and affiliated units under Part IV.
20. Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates Associate Deans and Associate Directors Heads of Academic Departments Staff of the University The Council The Senate Constituent, Connected, Campus, Adopted and other Affiliated Institutions Schools, Faculties, the Library, Institutes, Centres and Directorates Academic Departments PART IV ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Chancellor, who shall be the
AI-assisted research summary: A Chancellor must serve as Head of the University and carry out specified university award functions; the President (or someone authorized by him) may appoint a substitute when the Chancellor is absent or unable to act.
7.-(1) There shall be a Chancellor, who shall be the Head of the University and, in the name of the University, confer degrees, and grant diplomas, certificates and other awards of the University, and shall have such other non- executive functions and privileges as are or shall be provided under the Rules or as may be prescribed by the relevant authority. (2) Whenever the Chancellor is absent from the United Republic or is for any other reason unable to perform the functions of his office, the President or any person 9 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Vice- Chancellors Deputy Vice- Chancellors authorized by him in that behalf, may appoint a person to perform the functions of the office of the Chancellor during such absence or inability. - 8 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 Chief Executive Officer and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate.
8.-(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall be the Chief Executive Officer of, the University and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate. (2) Appointment for the Vice-Chancellor shall be effected in the manner prescribed in the Second Schedule. - 9 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or more
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may have one or more Deputy Vice-Chancellors, and they must support the Vice-Chancellor, deputize during absence or vacancy, and perform other assigned or prescribed functions.
9. There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or more than one Deputy Vice- Chancellors as the Council on the advice of the Senate, and subject to the approval of the Commission, shall deem appropriate, who, severally and/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; (b) deputize for the Vice-Chancellor during his absence or during a vacancy in the office of the Vice-Chancellor; and (c) perform any other function as may be given to them or as may be prescribed. - 10 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Principal for
AI-assisted research summary: Each Constituent College, Connected College, and Campus College of the University must have a Principal.
10. There shall be a Principal for- (a) every Constituent College and every Connected College of the University who shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the College and ex-officio Chairman of the Academic Committee thereof; (b) every Campus College of the University, who shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the academic and administrative matters of the University the College and ex-officio Chairman of the Academic Committee thereof. in Principals of Colleges Deputy Principals of Colleges - 11 Verify source ↗
(1) For every Constituent College and every
AI-assisted research summary: Each Constituent, Connected, and Campus College must have a Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals, who assist the Principal and act for the Principal when absent or when the office is vacant.
11.-(1) For every Constituent College and every Connected College of the University, there shall be a 10 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals who, severally and/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 a vacancy in the office of Principal. (2) The number of Deputy Principals, shall be determined by the Council upon the recommendation of the Principal and on the advice of the Academic Committee and the Governing Board of the College, and the Senate of the University. (3) For every Campus College of the University there shall be a Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals as shall be determined by the recommendation of the Principal and on the advice of the Governing Board of the College, who, severally and/or together, shall- the Council upon (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 a vacancy in the office of Principal. Deans of Schools and Faculties - 12 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Dean for every School and
AI-assisted research summary: Every School and Faculty of the University must have a Dean, and that Dean serves as the academic and administrative head and chairs the relevant Board.
12. 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 Chairman of the Board of the School or, as the case may be, the Faculty. Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates - 13 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Director for every University
AI-assisted research summary: Each University-based Institute, Library, Centre, or Directorate is to have a Director who serves as its academic and administrative head.
13. There shall be a Director for every University- based Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate, who shall be the academic and administrative Head of the Institute, the Library, Centre, or, as the case may be Directorate. Associate Deans and Associate - 14 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be Associate Dean(s) for every
AI-assisted research summary: The provision says each School and Faculty must have Associate Dean(s), and each University-based Institute, Library, Centre, and Directorate must have Associate Director(s).
14.-(1) There shall be Associate Dean(s) for every School and every Faculty; and Associate Director(s) for 11 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Directors every University-based Institute, the Library, Centre and Directorate who shall- (a) be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and the assistant to the Dean or, as the case may be, Director, of the School or Faculty, or as the case may be Institute, Library, Centre, or Directorate; (b) 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; (c) perform any other functions as may be given to him or as may be prescribed. (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. Heads of Academic Departments - 15 Verify source ↗
There shall be Heads of Academic Departments
AI-assisted research summary: The provision says each Faculty, School, the library institute, and the Directorate shall have Heads of Academic Departments.
15. There shall be Heads of Academic Departments for every Faculty, School, the library institute and Directorate. Staff of the University The Council - 16 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be Staff of the University, whose
AI-assisted research summary: The University has Staff, and their appointment and other service terms are set by the First Schedule.
16.-(1) There shall be Staff of the University, whose appointment and other terms of service shall be as provided in the First Schedule. (2) The Staff of the University shall be responsible for the general execution of the academic, administrative and technical functions of the University and related matters, and bearing such titles, designations and occupying such offices as are provided in the Act, or, in accordance with the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto and any other Rules or, as the case may be, By-laws. - 17 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Council of the University
AI-assisted research summary: A Council of the University must exist and act as the University’s governing and principal policy-making body.
17.-(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 First Schedule and in the Third Schedule hereto- (a) be the governing body and principal policy- making organ of the University, including the Campus, Constituent, Connected, Adopted Colleges, Institutes, Centres and Directorates of the University; 12 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania responsible (b) have custody and use of the Common Seal; (c) be for the management and administration of the University properties both movable and immovable and the funds and other assets including investment of such funds, and other assets of the University; and (d) subject to the powers of the Senate provided in the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto, have general control over the conduct of the affairs of the University with power to manage all matters not provided otherwise by this Charter or by the Rules contained in the Schedules hereto. (2) The provisions of the Third Schedule shall have effect as to the proceedings of the Council, term of office of members and other matters relating to the Council. - 34 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chancellor, acting upon a resolution of the Council
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor may establish Campus Colleges by Gazette order, with Council resolution and Commission consultation.
34.-(1) The Chancellor, acting upon a resolution of the Council after consultation with the Commission may by order published in the Gazette, establish Campus Colleges whose functions and powers shall be provided for by Rules: Provided that where it is deemed necessary or appropriate in order to cater for specific needs or circumstances, the Council may add to, deduct from, modify or alter the functions and powers provided under Rules such functions or powers as the Council deems fit. (2) A Campus College shall be answerable to the Senate and the Council in all matters concerning approval and validation of academic programmes, student admissions criteria, academic and senior administrative staff appointments including their terms and conditions of service, discipline, retirement benefits: Provided that the Senate and the Council may, as they deem fit, delegate any one or more of the powers exercisable under this rule to the Campus Academic Committee and the College Board of a Campus College. (3) A Campus College shall consist of such Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Centres or Directorates and Units as may be provided for by Rules. Establishment of Constituent Colleges - 35 Verify source ↗
(1) The University where it deems fit, may establish
AI-assisted research summary: The University may establish constituent colleges, and the President may grant a Charter to create or declare one. Constituent colleges may have specified internal units and affiliations, but they cannot award degrees except in the University’s name.
35.-(1) The University where it deems fit, may establish Constituent colleges. (2) Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder 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. (3) A Constituent college may- (a) consist of campus schools, faculties, institutes, centres, directorates, departments 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; (c) establish associateship with institutes, schools, centres and/or directorates. (4) A constituent college shall- (a) be a semi-autonomous institution under the tutelage of the University for nurturance, during a transitional period, independent towards University. its eventual establishment as an (b) be established as a body corporate with legal personality, a common seal, perpetual succession and all the 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 Connected Colleges - 36 Verify source ↗
(1) The Minister may, on the advice of the Council after
AI-assisted research summary: The Minister may declare a public institution a connected college of the University, after the required advice and consultation, and the declared college must keep its separate legal status, rely on the University for academic approval, and cannot grant awards on its own.
36.-(1) The Minister may, on the advice of the Council after consultation with the Tanzania Commission for Universities, by order published in the Gazette, declare a public institution of higher learning, education or training to be a connected College of the University. (2) Subject to this Charter and these Rules, a public institution declared to be a Connected College of the University shall- 35 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Establishment of Associate College Establishment of schools, Faculties etc. (a) retain its separate legal status or personality in accordance with its enabling legal instrument; (b) depend on the University for approval of its academic programmes, courses and awards, including student entry qualifications, course syllabi 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. - 37 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chancellor may, on the advice of the Council after
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor can declare certain colleges to be Associate Colleges, the University must guide and supervise them, and the College cannot claim participation rights in the University’s academic programmes or use the University’s name or emblem for awards.
37.-(1) The Chancellor may, on the advice of the Council after consultation with the Commission, by order published in the Gazette, declare a higher institution of learning, education or training or a College, other than a Campus College, or a Constituent College 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 Associate College operates in accordance with the provisions of its enabling legal instrument to the highest standard: Provided that- (a) the University shall not require the Associate College to participate in any of the programmes of the University nor to attain the level of standards of the University in teaching, research, consultancy services provision, staffing, student admissions criteria, or any other matter of an academic or administrative nature; (b) the College shall not have any right to participate in any of the academic programmes of the University with which it is associated nor to make awards bearing the name or emblem of the University; and (c) the order under which an institution or college 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 to the Associate College such professional and academic guidance and supervision as are required by this sub-rule and any other matter connected or associated therewith. (4) 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 by the Council under Rules. - 38 Verify source ↗
(1) The Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Libraries, Directorates
AI-assisted research summary: This section names certain university units in the Fourth Schedule and lets the Council, and in some cases a School or Faculty Board, establish, change, or combine units under specified approvals.
38.-(1) The Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Libraries, Directorates and Centres specified in the Fourth Schedule hereto are declared to be Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Libraries, Directorates and Centres of the University. (2) The Council may, from time to time, on the advice of the Senate establish Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Libraries, Centres or Directorates either in addition to, or in substitution of, the Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Libraries, Centres and Directorates specified in the Fourth Schedule hereto and may disestablish or reconstitute any one or more of these or combine any one or more of these with another or others to form a new or larger School, Faculty, Institute, Library, Centre or Directorate, as the case may be. 36 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (3) The establishment, composition, Functions, procedure and powers of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Library and other Libraries, Centres or Directorates, and organs of governance thereof shall be provided for by Rules. (4) The Board of a School or Faculty may, with the approval of the Senate and Council, establish such number of Academic Departments and Units as the Board may consider necessary and may in the same manner disestablish or reconstitute any one or more of these or combine any one or more of them with another or others to form new or larger departments or, as the case may be, units. (5) The course of study to be conducted in any School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate, shall be determined by the Senate and may include degrees, diplomas and certificates programmes in various areas and fields of learning and knowledge such as arts, social sciences, commerce, business management, education, law, science, technology and environment, information and communication technology and any other area or field of learning and knowledge as the Senate may prescribe. (6) The provisions of rule 37 shall, mutatis mutandis, apply to the establishment of status of Associate Institute, School, Centre or Directorate, as the case may be. PART IV ADMINISTRATION, WELFARE AND DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS (a) Administration and Welfare Responsibility of Deputy Vice- Chancellor Students' Welfare at the University
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Section 23
AI-assisted research summary: This section is a heading listing staff associations, the convocation and alumni associations, and the students' organization and other students' associations.
23. Staff Associations The Convocation and Alumni Associations The Students' Organization and other Students' Associations PART V SUBSIDIARY LEGISLATION - 22 Verify source ↗
(1) There may be an Association representative
AI-assisted research summary: A staff association representative may be established for University staff, and the Council may approve other staff associations if the required application and constitution are submitted and the association’s objects are compatible with the University and other applicable written law.
22.-(1) There may be an Association representative of members of Staff of the University to be established in accordance with the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule to the Charter. (2) The Council may approve the establishment of such other staff associations 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 other applicable written law. - 23 Verify source ↗
There shall be Convocation of the University and
AI-assisted research summary: This provision states that the University has a Convocation and Alumni Association(s), and it also refers to academic departments staff associations and the students' organization.
23. There shall be Convocation of the University and Alumni Association(s) in the University. Academic Departments Staff Associations The Convocation and Alumni Association The Students' Organization and other - 24 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Students' Organization of the
AI-assisted research summary: The provision establishes a Students' Organization for the University and allows other Students' Associations only if their objects do not conflict with the Organization, the University, or other applicable written law.
24. There shall be a Students' Organization of the University representative of all students of the University, and such other Students' Associations with objects which 14 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Students' Associations are not in conflict with the objects of the Students' Organization, the University and the provisions of any other applicable written law PART V SUBSIDIARY LEGISLATION Rules in the Schedules - 82 Verify source ↗
Section 82
AI-assisted research summary: This section appears to be a contents-style listing of later parts of the rules, including disciplinary proceedings, staff discipline, convocation, financial provisions, and miscellaneous provisions.
82. Formal and summary proceedings Institution of formal proceedings Institution of summary proceedings The Disciplinary Appeals Committee Appeal by a Convicted Student Decision of Disciplinary Appeal Committee PART V DISCIPLINE OF STAFF AND TOP EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Establishment of Staff Disciplinary Committee Powers of dismissing or terminating Discipline of top Executive Officers Staff Disciplinary Appeal Committee Disciplinary Appeals Board PART VI CONVOCATION, ALUMNI AND OTHER STAFF ASSOCIATIONS The Convocation of the University Convocation Roll Meeting of Convocation President of Convocation Procedure of Convocation Report on the business of convocation Alumni Associations of the University Staff Associations PART VII FINANCIAL PROVISIONS Management of University property University Funds Investment of University funds Financial Year Annual budget estimates Accounts of the University Financial report Financial Report to be tabled to the National Assembly PART VIII MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Rules Allowances Principles of Natural justice Indemnity for bonafide acts Proceedings not to be invalidated Special needs of vulnerable persons Gender equity principles 20 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania __________ FIRST SCHEDULE ____________ (Under Article 25) ____________ THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF TANZANIA RULES, 2007 PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Citation - 39 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter, and the appropriate
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Resources Management, assisted by the Dean of Students, must administer University students’ affairs properly and efficiently, subject to the Charter, applicable written law, the Rules, and lawful directives from competent authority.
39.-(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter, and the appropriate applicable written law, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management assisted by the Dean of Students shall be responsible for the proper, efficient and effective administration of University students' affairs in accordance with the provisions of the Rules prescribed in that behalf and with lawful written instructions and/or directives of any competent authority issued to him from time to time. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions of sub- rule (1), the administration of the University students' affairs shall include, establishment of and overseeing the machinery for monitoring, coordinating, regulating, controlling, facilitating, the general conduct of students on campus or campuses of the University, colleges of the University and any other place or places where the affairs of the University in which students are involved may take place, be conducted, provided, organized or overseen by the University. - 40 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter and these Rules,
AI-assisted research summary: The Dean of Students is responsible for the general welfare of University students, and must follow the Charter, these Rules, and lawful written instructions from a competent authority.
40.-(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter and these Rules, the Dean of Students shall be responsible to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management, for the general welfare of University students, in accordance with the provisions of rules prescribed in that behalf and with lawful written instructions or directives of any competent authority issued to him from time to time. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions of sub- rule (1), the general welfare of University students shall include: (a) arrangements for their studies within or outside University premises, general counseling and advice, recreation, physical fitness, dispute mediation and resolution, leisure trips, non- academic meetings on and off campus, as may be provided for 37 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania under rules or otherwise lawfully prescribed in writing by competent authority; and (b) overseeing the smooth, proper, effective and efficient implementation of the provisions of this Part of the Rules, including the provisions of this Rule. (3) For the purpose of this rule the word "arrangements" in sub- rule (2) of this Rule includes measures or steps facilitating the procurement of facility or facilities, service or services, stated expressly or by implication in the sub-rule. - 41 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter, the Council may
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make student administration and welfare rules, but must publish them and notify students. Breaking those rules may be treated as a disciplinary offence, and the rules may set the punishment.
41.-(1) Subject to the provisions of the Charter, the Council may make rules for the administration and general welfare of the students. (2) Rules made under sub-rule (1) may provide that the contravention of any such rule shall constitute a disciplinary offence or misconduct and may further provide the punishment that may be imposed for such disciplinary offence (3) Rules made under this Rule shall be published by the Council by order in the Gazette or the University Prospectus and every such rule shall be brought to the notice of the students in such manner as the Council may determine. - 42 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may make Rules to ensure discipline amongst
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make rules to maintain discipline among students.
42.-(1) The Council may make Rules to ensure discipline amongst the students. (2) Rules made under sub-rule (1) may provide that the Contravention of any such rule shall constitute a disciplinary offence and may further provide the punishment that may be imposed for such disciplinary offence. (3) The rules made under this Rule shall be published in the University's Prospectus and every such rule shall be brought to the notice of the students in such manner as the Council may determine. Students' Rules Council to make Rules Establishment of Students Organization Functions of Students' Organization (b) Students' Organizations - 43 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established a Students' Organization of the
AI-assisted research summary: The section sets up a Students' Organization for the Open University and requires Council approval for its name and constitution.
43.-(1) There shall be established a Students' Organization of the Open University which shall be known by such name as may be agreed upon by its members and approved by Council, on the advice of Senate, by notice published in the Gazette. (2) Every University student shall be deemed to have become a member of the organization upon his registration, and his membership shall terminate upon the cessation of his registration as a student. (3) Affairs of the Organization shall be conducted in accordance with its constitution, which, together with amendments thereto and on recommendation of Senate, shall be approved by Council. - 44 Verify source ↗
Functions of the Students' Organization shall include
AI-assisted research summary: The Students' Organization must include functions to promote discussion, coordinate social and other functions, and cooperate with other University organs.
44. Functions of the Students' Organization shall include- (a) to stimulate and promote meaningful discussion amongst University students on matters of academic and social interests; (b) to coordinate social and other functions for the purposes of enhancing the intellectual and cultural development of the University; and 38 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Other Students’ Associations Establishment of students disciplinary authority (c) to co-operate with other organs of the University in matters of general interest to the University and outside the Community of the University. - 45 Verify source ↗
There may be established other students' associations after
AI-assisted research summary: Other students' associations may be established only after Council approval on Senate’s advice, and their constitutions and amendments must meet the stated conditions.
45. There may be established other students' associations after approval by Council, on the advice of Senate, of their respective constitutions as shall be democratically proposed by members whose aims and objects are not contrary to the Students Organization, the Act, the Charter, these Rules and any other applicable written law: Provided that any amendment to the constitution of such an organization shall be subject to approval by the Council on the advice of Senate. (c) Disciplinary proceedings against students - 46 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a disciplinary authority for student discipline
AI-assisted research summary: A student disciplinary authority must be established with specified members, and at least one third of the members must be women.
46.-(1) There shall be a disciplinary authority for student discipline which shall be composed of- (a) Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible Management who shall be the Chairman; (b) Dean of Students who shall be the secretary; (c) three members elected by the Students' Organization; (d) two members elected by the Senate from amongst its for Resources members; and (e) Dean of the School or, as the case may be, Faculty, to which the student belongs, as temporary member. (2) In appointing members under sub-rule (1) the appointing authority shall ensure that at least one third of the members is composed of women. (3) The tenure of office of the members under paragraphs (c) and (d) shall be two years. Investigation of disciplinary offences - 47 Verify source ↗
Every charge of a disciplinary offence against a student shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Responsible for Resources Management must investigate each disciplinary charge against a student and may impose an appropriate punishment if the charge is proven.
47. Every charge of a disciplinary offence against a student shall be investigated by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Responsible for Resources Management who shall impose such punishment as he may consider appropriate, after inquiring into the offence in accordance with the procedure prescribed by these Rules as the case may be, and upon being satisfied that the charge against the student has been proven. Disciplinary Authority to delegate powers - 48 Verify source ↗
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management may delegate some or all of his powers in writing to a Dean or Director.
48. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management may, by writing under his hand, delegate, subject to such limitations as he may prescribe, all or any of the powers vested in him to a Dean or a Director. Formal and summary proceedings - 49 Verify source ↗
(1) Disciplinary proceedings under this Part may be either
AI-assisted research summary: Disciplinary proceedings under this Part may be formal or summary, and they cannot be started against a student after the stated time limits.
49.-(1) Disciplinary proceedings under this Part may be either formal or summary. (2) Formal proceedings shall be instituted where, in the opinion of the disciplinary authority, the disciplinary offence which the student is alleged to have committed is of such gravity that should he be found guilty it may warrant his dismissal or rustication from the University. (3) Summary proceedings may be instituted where, in the opinion of the disciplinary authority, the disciplinary offence which the student is alleged to have committed is of such gravity that should he be found guilty it may not warrant his dismissal or rustication from the University. 39 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Institution of formal proceedings (4) Notwithstanding the nature of the procedure intended to be adopted by the disciplinary authority, no disciplinary proceedings shall be instituted against any student after the expiration of thirty days from the date of commission of neglect, offence or, in the case of a continuance of injury or damage, within fifteen days next after its cessation. - 50 Verify source ↗
(1) No formal proceedings for a disciplinary offence shall be
AI-assisted research summary: Before disciplining a student, the charge must be served first, and the student must be given a fair inquiry process and a chance to defend themself.
50.-(1) No formal proceedings for a disciplinary offence shall be instituted against a student unless he is previously served with a copy of the charge setting out the nature of the offence which he is alleged to have committed, and the charge shall be prepared by the disciplinary authority after carrying out such preliminary investigations as the disciplinary authority may consider necessary. (2) The charge shall state briefly the nature of the offence which the accused is alleged to have committed, and shall set out in concise form the allegations made against the accused student. (3) The charge as drawn up shall then be served upon the accused student together with a notice addressed to him inviting him to state in writing and within such period as may be specified in the notice, the grounds upon which he relies to exculpate himself. (4) Where the accused student fails or refuses to make representations in writing giving grounds upon which he relies to exculpate himself within the period prescribed in the notice, or make representations which in the opinion of the disciplinary authority do not amount to a complete defence of the offence charged, the disciplinary authority shall appoint an inquiry officer or officers, to hold an inquiry into the charge. (5) The inquiry officer or officers shall notify the accused student of the date, time and place at which the inquiry shall be held and the inquiry shall not be open to the public. (6) The accused student shall have the right- (a) to appear before the inquiry officer or officers, examine witnesses and be heard in his own defence, save that failure by the accused student to appear at the inquiry shall not vitiate the proceedings; (b) to cross-examine any witness examined by the inquiry officer(s) or by the disciplinary authority; (c) to examine and make copies of any document produced as evidence against him; (d) to call witnesses on his own behalf and produce any document relevant to the inquiry. (7) The inquiry officer(s) may take into consideration any evidence which he or they consider(s) relevant to the subject of the inquiry before him, notwithstanding that such evidence would not be admissible under the law relating to evidence, and shall record the gist of the evidence adduced before him or them. (8) Upon conclusion of the inquiry, the inquiry officer(s) shall forward the record of proceedings before him or them, together with his or their report on the proceedings to the disciplinary authority. (9) A report under sub-rule (8) shall state- (a) whether, in the opinion of the inquiry officer(s), the charges against the accused student have been proved; (b) the reason or reasons for holding that opinion; 40 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Institution of summary proceedings (c) any fact which, in the opinion of the inquiry officer(s), aggravates or mitigates the gravity of the act or omission which was the subject matter of the charge; and (d) any other fact which, in the opinion of the inquiry officer(s), is relevant, but shall not contain any recommendation as to the form or nature of the punishment to be awarded. (10) Upon receipt of the record of proceedings and the report, the disciplinary authority shall, after considering the evidence and the report of the inquiry officer(s), make and record a finding whether or not the accused student is guilty of the disciplinary offence with which he was charged. (11) Where the disciplinary authority's finding as to the guilt or innocence of the accused is contrary to the opinion of the inquiry officer(s) as expressed in his or their report, the disciplinary authority shall record its reasons for the finding. (12) Where the disciplinary authority finds the accused student guilty, it shall proceed to award the punishment prescribed by the Rules in respect of the disciplinary offence or such lesser punishment as it deems appropriate. - 51 Verify source ↗
(1) Where the disciplinary authority decides to institute
AI-assisted research summary: If the disciplinary authority starts summary proceedings against an accused student, it must serve charges, set the hearing details, and later decide guilt and punishment.
51.-(1) Where the disciplinary authority decides to institute summary proceedings against an accused student, it shall cause a statement giving particulars of the charge or charges to be prepared and served upon the accused student. (2) The disciplinary authority shall appoint the date, time and place for the investigation of the charge or charges and shall give the accused student notice of the charge or charges. (3) The investigation of the charge or charges shall be carried out in such manner as the disciplinary authority may determine and the accused student shall have the right to appear at the investigation and make his defence, but failure or refusal by him to attend the investigation shall not vitiate the proceedings. (4) Where at any stage of the proceedings before a finding is made, it appears to the disciplinary authority from the nature of the facts and circumstances disclosed that it is necessary or desirable that the matter be dealt with by way of formal proceedings, the disciplinary authority may stop the summary proceedings and institute formal proceedings in accordance with rule 50. (5) Upon conclusion of the investigation, the disciplinary authority shall make a finding whether or not the accused student is guilty of the disciplinary offence or offences with which he is charged, and if it finds the accused student guilty, the disciplinary authority shall proceed to award such punishment as that under no it may consider appropriate, except circumstances, on an investigation under this Rule, shall the student be punished by dismissal or rustication from the University. The Disciplinary Appeals Committee - 52 Verify source ↗
(1) There is established a Committee to be known as the
AI-assisted research summary: This provision establishes the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee of the University and sets out who appoints and elects its members and how many members are needed for a quorum.
52.-(1) There is established a Committee to be known as the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee of the University. (2) The Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall be composed of- (a) a Chairman, who shall be appointed by the Council; (b) four members elected by Council from amongst its members, one of whom shall be a member elected to the Council by the Students' Organization; and 41 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (c) a legally qualified person holding office in the Attorney- General's Chambers nominated in that behalf by the Attorney- General. (3) The quorum of the meetings of the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall be the Chairman and four other members, one of whom shall be the member referred to in sub-rule (2)(c). (4) The provisions of the Third Schedule to this Charter shall apply, mutatis mutandis, in relation to the nature of office of the members of the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee, their retirement, the power to terminate their appointment, and the appointment of a new member to fill any vacancy, and also in relation to the proceedings and meetings of the Committee, as they apply to the Council. - 53 Verify source ↗
(1) Where a student has been punished for any disciplinary
AI-assisted research summary: A student punished for a disciplinary offence may appeal to the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee, but must give written notice to the disciplinary authority within 21 days; the authority must pass it on, and the committee may change the outcome, subject to a limit on increasing punishment in summary-procedure cases.
53.-(1) Where a student has been punished for any disciplinary offence and he wishes to appeal, he may, while carrying out the punishment, appeal to the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee within thirty days of the decision of the disciplinary authority. (2) Where a student wishes to appeal pursuant to sub-rule (1), he shall, within not more than twenty one (21) days of the decision of the disciplinary authority, give a written notice of his intention to so appeal to the disciplinary authority which shall forthwith submit it to the Chairman of the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee. (3) On every appeal under this rule, the student appealing and the disciplinary authority shall, both have the right to appear before and be heard by the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee. (4) On an appeal under this rule, the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee may- (a) set aside the finding made against the student and the punishment imposed on him; or (b) uphold the finding and the punishment; or. (c) uphold the finding and reduce or enhance the punishment imposed upon the student. (5) Notwithstanding sub-rule (4)(c), where the investigation of the offence by the disciplinary authority was conducted in accordance with the summary procedure prescribed by rule 50, the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall not enhance the punishment to dismissal or rustication from the University. - 54 Verify source ↗
Subject to the provisions of these Rules relating to appeals to
AI-assisted research summary: Courts may not review decisions made by an inquiry officer or the Students' Disciplinary Committee, subject to the rules on appeals to the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee.
54. Subject to the provisions of these Rules relating to appeals to the Students' Disciplinary Appeals Committee, no decision of an inquiry officer or the Students' Disciplinary Committee shall be subject to review by any Court. PART V DISCIPLINE OF STAFF AND TOP EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
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PART V
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Section 28
AI-assisted research summary: This section is a heading listing topics: rules in the Schedules, Council’s power to make rules, procedure for making rules, Senate’s power to make by-laws, revocation and amendment of the Charter, and miscellaneous provisions.
28. Rules in the Schedules Power of Council to make Rules Procedure for making rules Power of Senate to make By-laws Revocation and amendment of the Charter PART VI MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS - 55 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Staff Disciplinary Committee which shall
AI-assisted research summary: A Staff Disciplinary Committee must be established, and its membership is set out in the section.
55. 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 Resources Management; (b) Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for academic affairs; (c) Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for regional services; 42 Appeal by a convicted student Decision of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee Establishment of the Staff Disciplinary Committee GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (d) a legally qualified person with at least five years experience of practice as a state attorney, advocate, magistrate or judge and who does not hold any post at the University, who shall be appointed by Council; (e) three members, one from the Academic Staff and the other from the Senior Administrative Staff and Technical Staff chosen by the Vice-Chancellor; and (f) a representative of the University's Workers' Union at the University. - 56 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the Act, Regulations, this Charter and Rules
AI-assisted research summary: The appointing authority has the disciplinary power to dismiss, terminate, or otherwise punish staff for misconduct, with some staff excluded from certain parts of that power.
56.-(1) Subject to the Act, Regulations, this Charter and Rules made hereunder the powers of dismissing or terminating the appointment of any member of Academic Staff, or terminating Senior Administrative Staff or Support Staff other than the Vice-Chancellor and the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, by way of disciplinary action or of punishing any member of the Academic, Administrative or Technical Staff otherwise than by dismissal or termination of his appointment, for any disciplinary offence or misconduct shall be vested in the appointing authority. (2) Three members of the Staff Disciplinary Committee, including the Chairman, shall form a quorum and the Chairman shall have a casting vote in addition to his deliberative vote in the event of equal votes. (3) Charges of disciplinary offence or misconduct against academic members of staff, senior administrative staff or technical staff other than the Vice-Chancellor and the Deputy Vice-Chancellors, shall be handled in accordance with the provisions of Rules 30 and 31 and a recommendation shall be made to the Vice-Chancellor through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management for imposition of such punishment as the Human Resources Management Committee exercising its powers under these rules, may deem justified. (4) All matters concerning discipline of staff, other than members of staff of the rank of Associate Professor, Professor of Affiliated or Adopted institutions, namely Constituent and Connected Colleges and staff of Associate Colleges, Schools, Institutes, Centres and Directorates shall be dealt with in accordance with their respective enabling legal instruments and/or other applicable written law. (5) All matters of discipline of members of staff of the rank of Professor or Associate Professor of Affiliated or Adopted institutions, namely, Constituent and Connected Colleges, shall be dealt with in accordance with these Rules. (6) Charges of disciplinary offence or misconduct against other members of staff and junior technical staff shall be handled in accordance with the provisions of rule 30 and a recommendation shall be made to the Vice-Chancellor through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management and imposition of such punishment as the Human Resources Committee exercising its powers under rule 28 may deem justified. - 57 Verify source ↗
(1) A charge of disciplinary offence or misconduct against the
AI-assisted research summary: A special council committee investigates misconduct charges against a Vice-Chancellor or Deputy Vice-Chancellor, and the accused has natural-justice rights during the process.
57.-(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 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- 43 Powers of dismissing or terminating Discipline of top Executive Officers GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (a) the right of the accused to know the nature of the disciplinary offence or misconduct he stands accused of; (b) the right to be granted a fair opportunity for self-defence; and (c) the right to be judged without bias. (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) 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 itself 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; (c) if the appointing authority does not endorse the decision of the Council, it may substitute its own 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 top executive officers, of- (a) Affiliated or Adopted institutions, namely Constituent and Connected Colleges shall be dealt with in accordance with these Rules; (b) Associate Colleges, Schools, Institutes, Centres and Directorates shall be dealt with in accordance with their respective enabling legal instruments and/or other applicable written law. Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee - 58 Verify source ↗
(1) There is hereby established a Committee, to be known as
AI-assisted research summary: This section creates the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee and gives it power over certain staff appeals and disciplinary dismissals/terminations.
58.-(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 who shall be appointed by the Chancellor from amongst the members of Council; (b) one member appointed by the Chancellor from within or outside the University, who shall be Vice-Chairman of the Committee; (c) three members elected from amongst the members of the Council; (d) two representatives appointed by the Vice-Chancellor from the Workers' Union at the University; and (e) a legally qualified person with ten years experience of practice as State Attorney, Advocate, Magistrate or Judge, who shall be appointed annually by the Council from outside the University Community. 44 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Disciplinary Appeals Board (3) The Chairman shall select one of the members of the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee to take the record of proceedings as Secretary. (4) The quorum for meetings of the Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall be a simple majority of the members of the Committee. (5) The Staff Disciplinary Appeals Committee shall have appellate power over the decisions of a disciplinary nature or dismissals from and terminations of service or employment with the University affecting officers, other than the Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellors. (6) The procedure for appeals by other Staff from the decisions of the Staff Disciplinary Committee shall, in respect of disciplinary decisions of the said Committee, follow the procedure under the Security of Employment Act, 1964 or the provisions of any other applicable written law and in the case of other decisions shall be as prescribed by Rules or as prescribed by the directives of the Council. - 59 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the Charter and these rules and any other
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor or a Deputy Vice-Chancellor can contest certain disciplinary recommendations before the Council, and they may make oral or written representations when an adverse recommendation is being considered.
59.-(1) Subject to the Charter and these rules and any other applicable written law, the provisions of rule 57 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 56 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 act on the Council's recommendation, or appoint an ad-hoc Committee with terms of reference for investigating and recommending the action to be taken; and on receipt of the ad-hoc Committee's findings as to the guilt or innocence of the accused person, accept or reject the 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 CONVOCATION, ALUMNI AND OTHER STAFF ASSOCIATIONS The Convocation of the University
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Section 31
AI-assisted research summary: This provision grants the Open University of Tanzania Charter, made under section 25 of the Universities Act, 2005, and says it takes effect from 31 December 2006.
31. Principal of Non-discrimination Provision of suitable environment for teaching and learning Prohibition on declaration of dividend __________ SCHEDULE __________ 2 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania THE UNIVERSITIES ACT, 2005, (NO. 7 OF 2005) ________ CHARTER ________ Made under Section 25 ________ THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF TANZANIA CHARTER, 2007 WHEREAS the Open University of Tanzania, formerly established under the Open University of Tanzania Act, 1992 since repealed by the Universities Act, 2005, 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 thereunder; the Tanzania Commission AND WHEREAS for Universities has visited and inspected the said University and is satisfied that the objects of the Open University of Tanzania are consistent with the advancement of university education in Tanzania; GN. No. 39 of 2006 the Tanzania Commission AND WHEREAS for Universities is also satisfied that the Open University of Tanzania has complied with the Universities Act, 2005 and the Universities (Chartering, Registration and Accreditation Procedures) Regulations, 2007; the provisions of the Tanzania Commission AND WHEREAS for Universities after being satisfied with the University's Charter submitted by it to the Minister responsible for Higher Education, with a recommendation that the Open University of Tanzania, be granted the Charter; AND WHEREAS the said Minister has submitted the Charter to me with positive recommendations thereon; 3 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania AND WHEREAS I am satisfied that the granting of the Charter will be of benefit to the advancement of university education in Tanzania; Act No. 7 of 2005 NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers conferred upon me by Section 25(2) of the Universities Act, 2005, I JAKAYA MRISHO KIKWETE, 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 ↗
(1) Men and women shall be equally eligible for
AI-assisted research summary: Men and women must be treated equally for university offices, membership, awards, and study, and discrimination tests may not be imposed to gain admission, office, graduation, or privileges.
30.-(1) 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. 16 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (2) The principle of gender equality or equity shall be observed and implemented by all persons exercising powers under the said Act, Regulations, this Charter and the Rules made thereunder. (3) No test of religion, race, ethnicity, sex, physical condition, ideology or political belief or other similar criteria 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. Provision of suitable environment for teaching and learning - 31 Verify source ↗
The University shall provide
AI-assisted research summary: The University must provide academic facilities, library services, equipment, and suitable physical and technological conditions for staff and students, including people with special needs.
31. The University shall provide- (a) academic facilities including library services and equipment for the academic programmes and the manner in which they are to be properly maintained; and (b) a and structural, physical technological environment as well as equipment, facilities and amenities suitable for the respective appropriate requirements of both male and female staff and students and for the academic and other needs of staff and students who have special needs. Prohibition on declaration of dividend - 32 Verify source ↗
The University shall not make any dividend,
AI-assisted research summary: The University must not pay dividends, gifts, divisions, or bonuses in money to or among its members, except as prize, allowance, reward, honorarium, or special grant for authorized work done or to be done for the University’s purposes.
32. 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, allowance, reward, honorarium or special grant duly for authorized work done or to be done in furtherance of the objects of the University. 17 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF TANZANIA RULES 2007 ARRANGEMENT OF RULES PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Rule Title - 60 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Convocation of the University which shall
AI-assisted research summary: The University has a Convocation made up of listed officeholders, staff, graduates, and other persons appointed by the Chancellor on the Council’s recommendation.
60. There shall be a Convocation of the University which shall consist of- (a) the Vice-Chancellor; (b) the Deputy Vice-Chancellor(s); (c) Principals; (d) Deputy Principals; (e) Deans, Directors, Deputy Deans and Deputy Directors; (f) all members of the academic staff; and (g) all persons who become graduates of the University; (h) such other persons as the Chancellor may, upon recommendation by the Council, appoint to be members of the Convocation. 45 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Convocation Roll Meeting of Convocation President of Convocation Procedure of Convocation Report on business of Convocation - 61 Verify source ↗
Deputy Vice Chancellor Resource Management shall cause to
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice Chancellor Resource Management must compile and maintain a convocation roll and enter the names of all current convocation members in it.
61. Deputy Vice Chancellor Resource Management shall cause to be compiled and maintained a convocation roll in which he shall enter the names of all persons who are for the time being members of the convocation. - 62 Verify source ↗
The Convocation shall have the right to meet and discuss any
AI-assisted research summary: The Convocation may meet and discuss matters within the University’s competence and may transmit resulting resolutions to the Chancellor, Council, or Senate.
62. The Convocation shall have the right to meet and discuss any matter within the sphere of competence of the University and to transmit any resolution arising from such discussion to the Chancellor or to the Council or to the Senate, as the Convocation may consider appropriate. - 63 Verify source ↗
(1) The Convocation shall at its first meeting elect from
AI-assisted research summary: At its first meeting, the Convocation must elect a President from among its members. The President serves for three years, if still qualified and unless he resigns, and can be re-elected.
63.-(1) The Convocation shall at its first meeting elect from amongst its numbers the President of the Convocation. (2) The President of the Convocation shall, subject to his continuing to be qualified to be member of the Convocation and unless he resigns, hold office for a period of three years and shall be eligible for re- election. - 64 Verify source ↗
(1) The Deputy Vice Chancellor Resource Management shall
AI-assisted research summary: This section sets out who serves as Convocation secretary, how meetings are called and chaired, the quorum, voting rules, and when proceedings stay valid.
64.-(1) The Deputy Vice Chancellor Resource Management shall be the Secretary of the Convocation. (2) The Convocation shall meet at such times as may be necessary or expedient for the transaction of its business. (3) The Secretary shall give to every member of the Convocation at least twenty one days notice of the date, time and place of the meeting. (4) The President of the Convocation shall preside over the meetings of the Convocation. (5) Where at any meeting of the Convocation the President of the Convocation is absent the members present may elect from amongst their number a temporary Chairman who shall preside over that meeting. (6) Fifteen members shall constitute a quorum for meeting of the Convocation. (7) A decision shall be made by the majority of the members present and voting at a meeting of the Convocation. (8) In the event of an equality of votes, the President of the Convocation or the temporary Chairman, as the case may be, presiding over the meeting, shall have a casting vote in addition to his deliberative vote. (9) No proceeding of the Convocation shall be invalid by reason only of any defect in the appointment of any member of the convocation or by reason only of the fact that a person who is entitled to be member of the Convocation has not been registered in the Convocation roll. - 65 Verify source ↗
(1) Deputy Vice-Chancellor Resources Management shall
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Resources Management must report Convocation activities to the Council, transmit Convocation resolutions to the appropriate recipient, and send the Chancellor a copy of Convocation meeting minutes.
65.-(1) Deputy Vice-Chancellor Resources Management shall report to the Council the activities of the Convocation and shall transmit to the Chancellor, the Council or the Senate, as the case may be any resolution passed by the Convocation. (2) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Resources Management shall send a copy of the minutes of every meeting of the Convocation to the Chancellor. Alumni Associations of the University - 66 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may approve the establishment of an Alumni
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may approve alumni associations, and approved associations may send resolutions to named university bodies.
66.-(1) 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 amendments thereof. (2) An Alumni Association of the University whose establishment is approved under sub-rule (1), shall have the right to transmit its resolutions 46 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Staff Associations to the Council and the Senate and may exercise such other functions and enjoy such other privileges as Rules may provide. (3) A discipline-based alumni association whose establishment is approved under sub-rule (1), shall have the right to transmit its resolutions to the Board of the Campus Colleges School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or, as the case may be, Directorate under which the association's base discipline falls. (4) In this Rule the word "discipline" includes Campus College, School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate, as the case may be. - 67 Verify source ↗
(1) The Council may approve the establishment of staff
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may approve staff associations, and approved associations have a right to send resolutions to the Council and Senate.
67.-(1) The Council may approve the establishment of staff associations representative of the staff of the University. (2) The staff association whose establishment is approved under sub-rule (1), 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 prescribe. (3) The Council may as it deems fit, upon an application and submission of a constitution by members of staff desirous of forming an association within the University, approve the establishment of any other staff associations whose objects and constitutions are not in conflict with the objects of the University and the provisions of any other written law. (4) The affairs of the staff associations, including membership, shall be governed by its constitution. (5) The constitution of a staff association, including amendments thereof, shall be determined by the members of the association and shall be subject to approval by the Council. PART VII FINANCIAL PROVISIONS Management of University property
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PART I
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This Charter may be cited as the Open University
AI-assisted research summary: This section says the Charter may be cited as the Open University of Tanzania Charter, 2006, and is deemed to have come into operation on 31 December 2006.
1. This Charter may be cited as the Open University of Tanzania Charter, 2006 and shall be deemed to have come into operation on the 31st day of December, 2006. Interpretation Act No. 7 of 2005 - 2 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 must be read together with the Act and other applicable written law.
2.-(1) In this Charter unless the context otherwise requires- "Act" means the Universities Act, 2005; "Alumni Association" means Association of the University established under Article 23; "Associate Director" means an Associate Director of an Institute, the library Centre or Directorate of the University provided for under Article 14; "By-laws" means, by-laws made by the Senate under the powers conferred by the Act the Regulations made there-under, this Charter; "Convocation" means Convocation of the University established under Article 23; "Chancellor" means the Chancellor of the University appointed under Article 7; "Council" means the Council of the University established under Article 17 of the Charter; "Dean" means a Dean of School or Faculty appointed under Article 14; "Deputy Vice-Chancellor" means the Deputy Vice- Chancellor appointed under Article 9; 4 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania "Director" means the Director of an Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate of the University provided for under Article 13; "Faculty" means a Faculty of the University provided for under Article 20; "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 modern information and communication the University; technology data bank for "Minister" means the Minister responsible for higher education; "Regulations" means, Regulations made by the Minister; "Rules" means the Open University Rules prescribed in the First Schedule or Rules made in accordance with this Charter; "Senate" means the Senate of the University provided for under Article l8; "Staff Association" means Staff Association of University established under Article 22; the "Students' Organization" means organization representative of the Students of the University provided for under Article 24; an "University" means the Open University of Tanzania as in its acronym "OUT" established under this Charter; "Vice-Chancellor" means the Vice-Chancellor of the University provided for under Article 7; (2) In this Charter, 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 written law. (3) For avoidance of doubt, the provisions of this Charter are co-extensive and in furtherance of the provisions of the Act and shall be always read and construed together with and subject to the Act. 5 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania PART II ESTABLISHMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY Establishment of the University - 2 Verify source ↗
Section 2
AI-assisted research summary: This section is a contents-style list for Part II on the general administration of the University, naming offices and bodies such as the Chancellor, senior officers, the Council, and the Senate.
2. Citation Interpretation PART II GENERAL ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNIVERSITY (a) The Chancellor and other Senior Officers The Chancellor The Vice-Chancellors The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Campus Colleges Deputy Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Associate Principals of Campus Colleges Deans and Directors Associate Deans and Associated Directors Heads of Departments (b) The Council Establishment and Composition of the Council Powers of the Council Secretary to the Council Validity of acts of the Council (c) The Senate - 1 Verify source ↗
These Rules may be cited as the Open University of Tanzania
AI-assisted research summary: These Rules may be cited as the Open University of Tanzania Rules, 2007.
1. These Rules may be cited as the Open University of Tanzania Rules, 2007. Interpretation Act No. 7 of 2005 Act No. 7 of 2005 - 2 Verify source ↗
In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines terms used in the Rules, such as “academic staff” and “Act.”
2. In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires- "academic staff" shall have the meaning assigned to that term by Rule 27; "Act" means the Universities Act, 2005. "Administrative staff" shall have the meaning assigned to that term by rule 28(1); "appointing authority" in relation to any member of the Council means the person or body of persons by whom such member was appointed or elected to the Council; "appointment" in relation to the staff of the University, means an appointment of a person to the academic staff, and the administrative staff and technical of the University and includes an appointment or promotion or transfer, and also includes an acting appointment; "Article" means an Article of or in the Charter of establishment of the University; "Associate Director" means an Associate Director of an Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate of the University provided for under Article 14; "Board" means a Board or Committee established under rule 21; "Centre" means a specific unit, Department established for research, training and shall include a regional centre set up for the administration of a programme or programmes of the University; "Chairman", in respect of the Council, means the Chairman of the Council and, in respect of any other organ of the University provided for in these Rules, means the Chairman of the respective organ; "Charter" means the Open University of Tanzania Charter, 2007, to which these Rules form a Schedule; "Commission" means the Tanzania Commission for Universities established under the Universities Act, 2005; "Directorate" means an academic or administrative sub-division of the University bearing that designation, coordinating more than one discipline, school, faculty, institute or centre, as the case may be; "disciplinary authority" mean a disciplinary authority established under rule 46; "disciplinary offence" means the contravention of any rule made under the provisions of these Rules where such rule provide that its contravention shall constitute a disciplinary offence; "distance education system" means any means of communication including Information and Communication Technology (ICT), such as 21 GN. 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Open University of Tanzania telecasting, correspondence courses, seminars, broadcasting, contact programmes or the combination of any two or more of such means; "financial year" means subject to the provisions of rule 71, the period of twelve months commencing on the first day of July in any year and expiring on the thirtieth day of June in the following year; "The Human Resources Management Committee" means, the Committee established by rule 22; "Inquiry Officer" means the inquiry officer appointed under rule 50; "Institute" means an Institute provided by Article 20 and established under rule 38; "member" in relation to- (a) the Council, means a member of the Council and includes the Chairman of the Council; (b) a Board, means a member of the Board and includes the Chairman (c) (d) of the Board; the Senate, means a member of the Senate and includes the Chairman of the Senate; the Convocation, means a member of the Convocation; "Officer" means any person in the employment of the University but does not include the Vice-Chancellor or Deputy Vice-Chancellors; "open and distance learning" means the mode of delivery of education that aims at assisting learners in gaining access to knowledge and skills they would otherwise be denied and give learners the optimum degree of control over their own learning through removal of the unnecessary restrictions, exclusions and privileges by flexibility of the management of time variable and by substantial changes in the traditional relationships between students and lecturers; "Regional Centre" means a centre established or maintained by the University to coordinate the academic programmes and related matters and affairs of the University thereat; "Regulations" means regulations made by the Minister in accordance with the Act; "Salary" includes any overseas pay addition but does not include any allowance or other monetary benefit; "Search Committee" means a committee set up as provided for in the Second Schedule to the Charter; "Secretary" means the officer appointed by the Council to be the Secretary of the Council; "Student" means a student of the University and includes any person who has enrolled himself for pursuing any course of study of the University; "study centre" means a centre, maintained or recognized by the University and shall include resource centres maintained by the regional centres; "support staff” means a junior member of the Administrative cadre not holding a managerial position; "Technical Staff” means staff responsible for and who require the use of special technical skills and equipment in their work including ICT related matters and includes staff who facilitates exploitation of technology and information about technology and shall include staff who require technology for special needs students, Book Publishing and Printing, Electricians, Laboratory Technicians, Mechanics as well as civil technicians. those who disseminates 22 GN. 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Schedules to this Charter.
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Members of the University shall include
AI-assisted research summary: This section lists who counts as members of the University.
6. Members of the University shall include- (a) the Chancellor, the Chairman of the Council, the Vice-Chancellor, Vice- the Chancellor(s), Principals, Deputy Principals, the Deans of Schools and Faculties, and Associate Deans, the Directors and Associate Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates; (b) the Members for the time being of the Council, the Senate and the Boards of Schools, Faculties, Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates of the University; (c) the Heads of Departments, the Academic Staff, the Administrative Technical and Staff of the University; the Dean of students; (d) the Graduate and Undergraduate Students of the University; and (e) all others who shall, pursuant to this Charter and the Rules and/or By-laws of the University for the time being be members of the University. PART III GENERAL ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNIVERSITY The Chancellor
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Schedule hereto, have general control over the
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(1) There shall be a Senate of the University
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have a Senate that serves as the main decision-making body for academic matters and oversees academic work.
18.-(1) There shall be a Senate of the University which shall, subject to the powers as provided in the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto, be the principal overall decision-making organ in respect of all the academic matters of the University and be responsible for the academic work of the University both in teaching and research and for the regulation and superintendence of the education of the students of the University in teaching, research and consultancy. The Senate Constituent, Connected, Campus, Adopted and other Affiliated Institutions Schools, Faculties, the Library, Institutes, Centres and Directorates - 19 Verify source ↗
Subject to the Act, the Regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: The University may affiliate or adopt a College, Institute, Centre, or Directorate as its branch, subject to the Act, the Charter, other applicable law, and the relevant Rules.
19. Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, this Charter, and any other applicable written law, the University may affiliate or adopt as its branch a College or an Institute, Centre or Directorate in terms as provided under the Rules contained in the First Schedule hereto or any other rules as may be prescribed. - 20 Verify source ↗
There shall be Schools, Faculties, the Library,
AI-assisted research summary: The University is to have Schools, Faculties, the Library, Institutes, Centres, and Directorates, and these may be established by the Council on the Senate’s recommendation.
20. There shall be Schools, Faculties, the Library, Institutes, Centres and Directorates within the University; each comprising one or more related branches of teaching and or research, organized as an academic department or 13 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania 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 thereunder this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule to the charter.
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Schedule to the charter.
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(1) Subject to the Act, the regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: The Senate may establish Academic Departments for each Faculty, School, Institute, and Directorate, subject to Council approval.
21.-(1) Subject to the Act, the regulations made thereunder, this Charter, rules contained in the first schedule thereto, any other applicable written law; there shall be Academic Departments for every Faculty, School, Institute and Directorate as may be established by the Senate subject to the Council approval. (2) The Faculties, Institutes, Libraries and Centres specified in the Fourth Schedule are declared to be the Faculties, Institutes, the Library and Centres of the University. PART IV ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANISATIONS
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Schedules
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(1) The Rules contained in the Schedules to this
AI-assisted research summary: The scheduled rules 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- (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 the University, of nomination of its members, constituents and branches. (ii) the administration welfare and discipline of students; (iii) the establishment of offices, appointments, terms and conditions of service; and (iv) the promotion of the objects of this charter. Power of Council to make Rules - 26 Verify source ↗
The Council may, subject to the Act and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make rules for the University, subject to the Act and related Regulations.
26. 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. to (2) Subject the Act, Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the Rules contained in the First Schedule to the Charter, the Council may make rules to direct or regulate the University, its members and the welfare and administration of its staff, students and any other affairs. Procedure for making rules
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Schedule to the Charter, the Council may make rules to
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(1) Where the Council desires to make rules,
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must give advance notice before considering proposed rules, consider a Senate report first, and publish made rules in the Gazette.
27.-(1) Where the Council desires to make rules, notice of any proposed rules 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 the meeting of the Council at which it is to be considered. 15 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (2) The Council shall before passing any rules, consider a report from the Senate and shall not, except on the recommendation of the Senate, pass any rule- (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, Directorates; and Academic Departments. (c) the affiliation or adoption of, or association with, other institutions; and (d) the recognition of academic staff and the constitution of any Joint Committees of the Council and the Senate. (3) Rule made by the Council under this Charter shall be published in the Gazette. Power of Senate to make By-laws - 28 Verify source ↗
The Senate may make By-laws to regulate the
AI-assisted research summary: The Senate may make by-laws about the University’s academic work and student admission, education, and examination, plus other matters within the Senate’s functions.
28. The Senate may make By-laws to regulate the academic work of the University, the admission, education and examination of the students of the University, and such other matters as lie within the functions of the Senate. Revocation and amendment of the Charter - 29 Verify source ↗
The President may, by notice published in the
AI-assisted research summary: The President may, by Gazette notice, revoke or amend a University Charter’s provisions if the University is not properly carrying out its functions, is breaching the Charter, or it is in the interest of higher education.
29. The President may, by notice published in the Gazette subject to the Act and relevant procedures as may be prescribed, revoke or amend the provisions of the Charter if- (a) it is evident that the University is not carrying on its functions in proper manner; or (b) the University is in breach of the Charter; or (c) it is in the interest of higher education to revoke the Charter. PART VI MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Principle of Non- discrimination
Part
Schedule hereto; and
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(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall,
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have a Vice-Chancellor appointed by the Chancellor on the Council’s advice, from a qualified shortlist, and the Vice-Chancellor serves a five-year term with one possible further five-year reappointment.
4.-(1) There shall be a Vice-Chancellor of the University who shall, subject to the provision of sub rule (2)of this Rule, be appointed by the Chancellor, upon the advice of the Council, from a list of at least three candidates who have attained the status of Professor or Associate Professor and possessing outstanding academic qualifications and administrative experience and capability of at least seven (7) years at a senior management level in the University on the basis of recommendations submitted by a Search Committee set up in accordance with the Second Schedule including a procedure of public advertisement for the post. (2) The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a term of five years and may be re-appointed consecutively for one further term of five years. (3) The Vice-Chancellor shall be the chief executive officer and, as such, the principal academic and administrative officer of the University and shall be responsible for the Council for the implementation of the decisions of the Council. (4) The Vice-Chancellor shall have such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, regulations made thereunder, the Charter, and these Rules. - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or Deputy Vice
AI-assisted research summary: The University must have one or more Deputy Vice-Chancellors, appointed by the Chancellor on the Council’s advice, and they must carry out the functions listed in this section.
5.-(1) There shall be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor or Deputy Vice- Chancellors of the University, as the Council on the advice of the Vice- Chancellor and the Senate shall deem fit. (2) The Deputy Vice Chancellor under sub-rule (1), shall be appointed by the Chancellor, on the advice of the Council from a list of three Professors or Associate Professors on the basis of recommendations submitted by a Search Committee set up in a accordance with the Second Schedule including a procedure of public advertisement for the post and who 23 The Vice- Chancellor The Deputy Vice-Chancellors GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania have outstanding academic qualifications and administrative experience and capability in the area of University education. (3) A Deputy Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a period of four years provided that he may not be reappointed for more than one further consecutive term. (4) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor or Deputy Vice-Chancellors shall be responsible to, the chief advisor of, and assistant to the Vice-Chancellor in relation to all matters of the University assigned to him or them or his or their office(s) or as may be prescribed. (5) Subject to the Charter, these Rules and such specifications and directions as the Council, the Senate or the Vice-Chancellor may give and without prejudice to the generality of sub-rule (3), the Deputy Vice- Chancellor(s) shall- (a) through lower level officials and organs, co-ordinate and ensure the effective management of the University including management of academic affairs, modes of service delivery, research and consultancy matters, planning, finance and development and all staff categories, students, resources of the University and regional centres; (b) act as the link-pins between the academic, administrative and technical functions of the University, coordinating and ensuring that all contribute positively and effectively towards the overall attainment of the main mission of teaching, research and offering public service. (5) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Academic Affairs shall deputize for the Vice-Chancellor during the Vice-Chancellor's absence from office. (6) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor(s) shall have such other functions as are conferred upon him or them by the Act, the Charter, and these Rules or as may be prescribed.
Part
Schedule including a procedure of public advertisement for the post and who
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(1) There shall be a Principal for each Constituent, Affiliated,
AI-assisted research summary: The section requires each relevant college to have a Principal, appointed through the Senate, Council, and Chancellor process, and says the Principal is the academic and administrative head.
6.-(1) There shall be a Principal for each Constituent, Affiliated, and Connected College who shall 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 College Governing Board in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe. (2) Subject to the Act, Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the College's establishing instrument, the Principal shall: (a) be the academic and administrative head of the College of which he is Principal and shall, under the general authority of the Vice-Chancellor, have such powers and duties as may be provided by Rules, or any other written law; (b) be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor, the Governing Board, the Senate and the Council in respect of all matters concerning the College; and (c) hold office for four years with eligibility for reappointment consecutively for one further term of four years. (3) There shall be a Principal for each campus college who shall be nominated 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 College Board in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe. 24 Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Campus Colleges GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Deputy Principals of Affiliated Colleges and Associate Principals of Campus Colleges Deans and Directors (4) Subject to the Act, Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and the College's establishing instrument, the Principal shall- (a) be the academic and administrative head of the college of which he is Principal and shall under the general authority of the Vice-Chancellor, have such powers and duties as may be provided by Rules or any other written law; (b) be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor, the College Board, the Senate and the Council in respect of all matters concerning the College; and (c) hold office for three years with eligibility for re-appointment consecutively for one further term of three years. - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals for
AI-assisted research summary: The section provides for Deputy Principals or Associate Principals, sets out how they are recommended and appointed, and states their main duties, term of office, and delegation arrangements.
7.-(1) There shall be a Deputy Principal or Deputy Principals for each Constituent College, Affiliated College and Connected College or Associate Principal(s) for every Campus College, who shall be recommended by the Senate from a list of three academic staff of the rank of a Senior Lecturer and above and appointed by the Chancellor on the advice of the Council, after consultation with the College Governing Board or, as the case may be, the College Board, in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as the Council may prescribe. (2) The number of Deputy or Associate Principals shall be such as may be prescribed by the Council upon the recommendation of the Principal and the advice of the Governing Board, or as the case may be, the College Board and the Senate. (3) Each Deputy or Associate Principal 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 or delegated to him or his office and as may be prescribed; (b) have such powers as the Principal may delegate to him provided that such delegation shall normally be in writing; (c) perform such other functions as are conferred upon him by the Act, Regulations made thereunder, this Charter, the College's Charter, if any, Rules, or any other written law or as may be prescribed; and (d) hold office for three years with eligibility for re-appointment consecutively for one further term of three years. (4) The Deputy or Associate College Principal responsible for academic matters shall normally deputize for the Principal during the Principal's absence from office. - 8 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be
AI-assisted research summary: The Council appoints Deans and Directors, and a Dean or Director normally serves for three years and may be re-appointed, but no one may serve more than two consecutive terms.
8.-(1) There shall be- (a) a Dean for every School and Faculty; and (b) a Director for the Library, every Institute, Centre and Directorate. (2) The Dean of a School or Faculty or the Director of an Institute, Centre, the Library or, as the case may be, Directorate, shall be appointed by the Council. (3) Where a vacancy occurs in the office of the Dean of a School or Faculty or a Director of an Institute, the Library, a Centre or Directorate, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for academic affairs shall, after consultation with the Senate and upon recommendations made by the Board of the School, Faculty, the Library, Institute, Centre or Directorate, submit to 25 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Associate Deans and Associate Directors Heads of Departments Council the names of three academic members of staff of the rank of Lecturer and above and upon recommendation by Senate and Council, on the basis of a search committee processed through Senate and Council, who, in his opinion, are qualified and suitable for appointment as Dean of that School or Faculty or, as the case may be, as Director of the Library, Institute, Centre or Directorate. (4) Where names are submitted to Council in accordance with the provisions of sub-rule (3), Council shall proceed to elect from amongst the persons whose names are submitted to it and arranged in priority order the name of one person for appointment to the post of a Dean or, as the case may be, a Director. (5) Every Dean or Director appointed in accordance with this provision shall, subject to the provisions of this Charter and these Rules, hold office for a period of three years from the date of his appointment and may be eligible for re-appointment: Provided that no one shall be appointed as such Dean or Director for more than two consecutive terms. - 9 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be
AI-assisted research summary: The provision creates Associate Dean and Associate Director posts and says they are appointed under rules or by the Council.
9.-(1) There shall be- (a) Associate Deans for every School and Faculty; and (b) Associate Directors for the Library, every Institute, Centre and Directorate who shall be appointed according to Rules or as shall be prescribed by the Council. (2) Subject to sub-rule (3), the provisions of rule 8 shall apply mutatis mutandis to the appointment of an Associate Dean, and an Associate Director, the terms of office, powers, duties and other functions of Associate Deans Head of Department of Schools and Faculties and Associate Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centre and Directorates. (3) An Associate Dean and Associate Director shall hold office for a period of three years and may be eligible for re-appointment for one further term. - 10 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be Heads of Academic department for every
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor appoints Heads of Academic Department on the relevant Board’s advice, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for academic affairs must submit three qualified staff names when a vacancy arises.
10.-(1) There shall be Heads of Academic department for every College, School, Faculty, Institute, Directorate, the Library, and Centres, as the case may be. (2) The Head of academic departments shall be appointed by the Vice-Chancellor on the advice of the Board for the respective Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Directorate, Centre, as the case may be, the Department. (3) Where a vacancy occurs in the post of the Head of Department, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for academic affairs shall, after consultation with the Senate, and upon recommendations made by Board of College, School, Faculties, Institutes, Directorate, the Libraries, as the case may be, submit to the Vice-Chancellor the name of three members of academic staff of the rank of lecturer or above, who in his opinion, are qualified and suitable for appointment as Head of Departments. (4) Every Head of Department appointed according to the provision of this rule shall, subject to the provisions of the Charter and these Rules, hold office for a period of three years from the date of his appointment and shall be eligible for re-appointment: Provided that no one shall be appointed as such Head of Department for more than two consecutive terms. (b) The Council 26 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Establishment and Composition of the Council - 11 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Council of the University, consisting of
AI-assisted research summary: The University Council must have 11 to 21 members, with members appointed or elected by named authorities, and the appointing or electing bodies must ensure integrity and minimum female representation.
11.-(1) There shall be a Council of the University, consisting of not less than eleven and not more than twenty-one members, which, subject to sub-rule (2), shall be composed of- (a) a Chairman who shall be appointed by the President in the manner provided for under the Act; (b) the Vice-Chancellor who shall be an ex officio member; (c) one member who shall be appointed by the Chancellor; (d) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible for Higher Education; (e) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible for Education and Vocational Training; (f) one member who shall be appointed by the Minister (g) responsible for Finance; three members who shall be elected by the National Assembly from amongst the members of the National Assembly at least one of whom shall be a woman. (i) (h) Two members who shall be appointed by the Minister responsible for Education for the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar provided that one of whom shall be a woman. one member who shall be appointed by the Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Principals of the Universities and University Colleges of Tanzania; two members representing the Open University of Tanzania Workers Council one of whom shall be a woman; (j) (k) one member who shall be elected by the Senate; (l) one member who shall be elected by the Convocation; (m) two members who shall be elected by the Students' Organization one of whom shall be a woman. (2) In appointing or electing members or any member under sub- rule (1), each appointing or electing authority and the University shall ensure that- (a) the person(s) appointed or elected, as the case may be, has or have integrity and such interest in higher education related matters and experience as may enable him or them to make a meaningful contribution to the deliberations of the Council; and (b) the composition shall as far as possible consist of members of both sexes on equal basis, and so that, in any event, at least one-third of the membership shall be women. (3) The provisions of the Third Schedule to shall apply to the tenure of office and termination of the appointment of members of Council, the proceedings of Council and other matters in relation to the Council and its members provided for in the said Schedule. - 12 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the provisions of the Act, Regulations made
AI-assisted research summary: The Council is given control of the University and several specific powers over property, funds, the Common Seal, gifts, and appointments.
12.-(1) Subject to the provisions of the Act, Regulations made thereunder, and the Charter, the governing and control of the University shall be vested in the Council. (2) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of sub-rule (1), the Council shall have power- (a) to administer the properties of the University, both movable and immovable; 27 Powers of Council GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (b) to administer the funds and other assets of the University; (c) to signify the acts of the University by use of the Common Seal; (d) on behalf of the University, to receive gifts, donations, grants or other moneys and to make disbursements therefrom to the Schools, Faculties, Institutes, Directorates, Centers and academic departments. (e) subject to the provisions of the Charter and these Rules, to appoint such officers of the University as it may deem necessary; (f) to do all such other acts and things as are or may be provided for in the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, the Charter or as may be prescribed. The Secretary to the Council - 13 Verify source ↗
(1) Council shall appoint a qualified and suitable person to be
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must appoint a qualified Secretary to Council from names submitted by the Vice-Chancellor, and that person must not be a Council member.
13.-(1) Council shall appoint a qualified and suitable person to be the Secretary to Council from amongst the names submitted by the Vice- Chancellor, provided that the Secretary to Council shall not be a member to Council. (2) The Council, on recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor, may also appoint such number of officers to assist the Secretary as Council may consider necessary. (3) The Secretary to Council shall also be Secretary to Senate, Legal Counsel to the University and shall have such other functions as may be conferred upon him by the Council. Validity of acts of the Council 14. No act or proceedings of Council shall be invalid by reason only of the number of the members not forming a quorum at the time of such act or proceedings, or of any defect in the appointment of any member of Council or the fact that any member of Council was at the time in question disqualified or disentitled to act as such. Establishment and composition of the Senate (c) The Senate - 15 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Senate of the University which, subject to
AI-assisted research summary: The provision sets out how the University Senate is made up and gives the Senate power to co-opt additional competent persons.
15.-(1) There shall be a Senate of the University which, subject to sub-rule (2), shall be composed of- (a) the Vice-Chancellor, who shall be the Chairman; (b) the Deputy Vice-Chancellors; (c) Deans of Schools and Faculties of the University; (d) two members appointed by the Chairman of Council from amongst the members of Council one of whom shall be a woman; (e) the Directors of the Institutes and the library; (f) Four Directors representing the Directors of regional centres two of whom shall be women. (g) four members appointed by the Vice-Chancellor at least two of whom shall be appointed from amongst members of the academic staff, and appointment shall take into account existing expertise in Tanzania, provided that two of whom shall be women; and (h) three members elected by the Students' Organization from amongst the students, at least one of whom shall be women provided that in electing the representatives, the Student 28 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Functions of the Senate Organization shall take due regard to students who are academically strong. (2) In appointing or, as the case may be, electing members or any member under this rule, the appointing or electing authority and the University shall ensure that the membership is drawn from among senior academic and administrative staff of the University and a few from other corresponding universities in the country. (3) 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. (4) The provisions of the Third Schedule to this Charter shall apply mutatis mutandis in relation to the tenure of office of members elected under sub-rule (1)(d) and (j), their retirement, the power to terminate their appointment and the appointment of a new member to fill any vacancy, and also in relation to the election of a temporary Chairman, quorum, proceedings and meetings of the Senate. - 16 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and
AI-assisted research summary: The Senate is the main decision-making body for academic matters, with duties to regulate, report, make recommendations, and recommend graduates, while some by-laws need Council approval.
16.-(1) Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder and this Charter, the Senate shall be the principal overall decision-making organ in respect of all academic matters of the University and, in that behalf, it shall be responsible to Council for the control and general regulation of education, instruction and research within the University and, in addition thereto, shall have the following functions- (a) to satisfy itself regarding the content and academic standard of any course of study offered by any School, Faculty, or Institute in respect of a degree, diploma, certificate or any other award of the University and to report its findings thereon to the Council; (b) with the approval of the Council to make by-laws- (i) regarding the eligibility of persons for admission to courses for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University; (ii) with regard to the standard of proficiency to be attained in each examination for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University; (c) to regulate the conduct of examinations of the University, or matriculation pre-University any, if including, examination; (d) to decide whether any candidate for a degree, diploma, certificate or other award of the University has attained standards of proficiency prescribed in the by-laws made under paragraph (b) and is otherwise fit for the award of such degree, or grant of such diploma, certificate or other award of the University; (e) to consider recommendations made to it by a Board of a School, Faculty, Institute, Centre, the Library or Directorate, as the case may be, and to take such action thereon as it may consider appropriate; (f) to make proposals to Council on matters relating to the conduct of the University generally; (g) to perform such other functions as are or may be conferred upon it by the Act, Regulations made thereunder, this Charter and Rules made hereunder or by the Council; 29 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (h) to approve and transfer credit to and from any other university; (i) and to recommend students who have satisfied the requirement for graduation. (2) In respect of any matter in relation to which the Senate is required to report to Council or to make by-laws in accordance with the provision of subrule (1)(a) and (b), 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 by-laws have been made by the Senate and shall not reject any such report or by-laws without further reference to the Senate. (d) Boards of Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes, and the Library Establishment and composition of Boards - 17 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be established in respect of
AI-assisted research summary: This provision sets out the committees and boards that must be established for different university units, and how some of the boards are to be composed.
17.-(1) There shall be established in respect of- (a) every Constituent and Connected College, 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) University Library, a Board of the University Library; and (g) every Centre and every Directorate, a Board of the Centre and Directorate. (2) Subject to the Act, the Regulations made thereunder, the Charter, and these Rules, every Board for the Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes and the Library shall be composed of- (a) the Dean of the Faculty, School Director of the Institute, Library who shall be the Chairman; (b) Associate Deans, Directors; (c) two members appointed by the Senate; (d) two members elected to the Board by the students in that Faculty, Institute or School for which the Board is established, except that one member shall be a woman; (e) six academic staff members elected by the Faculty or the Departments if any; (f) three external members representing the professional bodies, other universities or key stakeholders; and (g) an administrative officer of the College, School, Faculty, Institute and the Library who shall be the Secretary to the Board. Functions of Board - 18 Verify source ↗
Subject to any general or specific directions of the Senate,
AI-assisted research summary: The Board may do several education-administration tasks, but only subject to any general or specific directions of the Senate.
18. Subject to any general or specific directions of the Senate, every Board may- (a) approve all examinations results for the Faculty, School or Institute, as the case may be, and make recommendations to Senate; (b) review and make recommendations to the Senate in respect of control and regulation of consultancy and teaching; (c) make recommendations to the Senate on any matter pertaining to Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes and the Library, as the case may be; 30 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Meetings of the Board (d) to release provisional results pending Senate's approval; and (e) do any other acts as it may be empowered by the Senate, the Charter and these Rules. - 19 Verify source ↗
(1) The Board of Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes and
AI-assisted research summary: The Board may meet, manage some of its own procedures, and set a quorum, but must follow the Senate’s directions and report as the Senate directs.
19.-(1) The Board of Colleges, Schools, Faculties, Institutes and the Library may, subject to any directions of the Senate, meet at such intervals as it considers necessary and act in accordance with the directions of the Senate and shall report on discharge of its functions and actions to the senate in such manner and at such intervals as the Senate may direct. (2) Subject to the directions of the Senate may regulate its own proceedings and set a quorum for its meetings. (3) The provisions of this rule in relations to Boards of Colleges, Schools, faculties, Institutes and the Library, shall, mutatis mutandis, apply in respect of the Boards for the Departments and other Committees. (4) In pursuance of the provisions of this Rule, the respective Boards specified under rule 17 may, with the approval of the Senate, establish Boards and Committees for the Departments and units within the College, School, Faculty, Institute, the University Library and Centre or Directorate, as the case may be. Validity of acts of Boards 20. No act or proceeding of Boards shall be invalid by reason only of the number of the members not forming a quorum at the time of such act or proceedings, or of any defect in the appointment of any member of the Board or the fact that any member of the Board was at the time in question disqualified or disentitled to act as such. Establishment of other Boards and Committees - 21 Verify source ↗
(1) Council may establish such other Boards and Committees
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may create Boards and Committees, delegate some functions to them, and control their membership, quorum, and chairmanship.
21.-(1) Council may establish such other Boards and Committees as it may consider necessary and subject to the provisions of the Charter or these Rules may delegate to any such Board or Committee any of its functions under these Rules. (2) The number and composition of the members of a Board or Committee appointed under this rule shall be determined by the Council; Provided that- (a) at least one-third of the total number of members appointed to any such Board or Committee shall be appointed from amongst the members of Council; and the provisions of Rule 17(2)(a), (c) and (d) shall apply, mutatis mutandis, to the composition of the Board or Committee. (b) (3) The quorum necessary for the conduct of any business of such Board or Committee appointed under this Rule shall be fixed by the Council. (4) Where the Council establishes a Board or Committee under this rule, the Council shall elect one of its members to be the Chairman of the Board or, as the case may be, of the Committee. (5) Where at any meeting of the Board or Committee established under this Rule the Chairman is absent, the members present may elect one of their members to be the Chairman at the meeting. (6) Subject to the provisions of these Rules and any rules made hereunder in that behalf, and subject to any directions given by Council in that behalf, a Board or Committee established under this rule may regulate its own proceedings. (7) For the purposes of this rule, the Deputy Vice-Chancellors and the Secretary to Council shall be deemed to be members of the Council. 31 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (e) The Human Resource Management Committee Establishment of the Human Resources Management Committee Functions of Human Resources Management Committee - 22 Verify source ↗
(1) There shall be a Human Resources Management
AI-assisted research summary: A Human Resources Management Committee must exist to handle appointments and related matters for academic, administrative, and technical staff, and it must include at least one third women.
22.-(1) There shall be a Human Resources Management Committee for the handling of appointments and related matters concerning Academic, Administrative and Technical Staff, which shall be composed of: (a) the Vice-Chancellor, who shall be the Chairman; (b) the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Human responsible Resources Management, who shall be the Secretary; (c) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Academic Research and Consultancy Affairs; (d) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Regional Services; (e) Principals, Deans of Schools or Faculties, Directors of Institutes, Directorates and Library; (f) one member, who shall be a Senior Administrative Officer appointed by the Vice Chancellor; (g) two members, who shall be appointed by the Chairman of the Council from amongst members of Council who are not members of the Staff of the University; (h) one member appointed by the Minister for State Public Management; (i) one member appointed by the Minister of Finance; and (j) one member representing the Open University of Tanzania Workers council: Provided that at least one third of the members shall be women. (2) Where the Human Resources Management Committee meets to make or approve an appointment, in addition to the persons specified in sub- rule (1), the following persons shall be entitled to sit in the Committee as temporary members- (a) where the appointment is to be made to a Centre, the Director of the Centre; and (b) two members appointed by the Vice-Chancellor from amongst persons who, in the opinion of the Vice-Chancellor, are adequately qualified or have enough knowledge, skill and experience- (i) in academic matters where the appointment is of academic staff; (ii) in administration where the appointment is of administrative staff; and (iii) in technical matters where the appointment is of a technical staff. - 23 Verify source ↗
(1) The Human Resources Management Committee shall have
AI-assisted research summary: The Human Resources Management Committee has listed functions over university staff matters, and the Vice Chancellor must make procedure rules for those functions.
23.-(1) The Human Resources Management Committee shall have the following functions: (a) recruitment and selection of all University Staff; (b) human resources planning; (c) promotion, discipline and discharge of functions; (d) staff development and welfare; (e) emoluments, compensation and benefits; (f) terms and conditions of development; (g) salaries and remunerations; (h) safety, health and security; 32 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Powers of the Human Resources Management Committee Academic Staff labour relations and industrial relations; and (i) (j) such other functions as are or may be conferred upon it under these Rules or as may be delegated to it by the Council. (2) The provisions of the Third Schedule to the Charter shall apply mutatis mutandis in relation to the tenure of office of the members of the Human Resources Management Committee appointed under rule22, their retirement, the power to terminate their appointment, and the appointment of a new member to fill any vacancy, and also in relation to the election of a temporary Chairman, the quorum, proceedings and meetings of the Committee. (3) The Vice Chancellor shall make rules for the procedure relating to the functions of the Committee. - 24 Verify source ↗
(1) The Human Resources Management Committee shall have
AI-assisted research summary: The Human Resources Management Committee can make staff appointments, except for certain senior offices, and it can delegate those powers. The Vice-Chancellor and the DVC responsible for academic affairs also have appointment powers for specified staff.
24.-(1) The Human Resources Management Committee shall have power to make appointments to all offices of the academic, administrative and technical staff and other related matters, other than the offices of the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Principal, the Dean and the Director, the Associate Dean and Associate Director. (2) The Committee may delegate its powers under subrule (1) in relation to any office, to the Vice-Chancellor, a Deputy Vice-Chancellor, a Dean or a Director: Provided that the Vice Chancellor may on behalf of the Human Resources Management Committee appoint Tutorial Assistants, Assistant Lecturers/Assistant Research Fellows/Assistant Librarians, Lecturers, Research Fellows/Librarians and the DVC responsible for academic affairs may appoint Part Time Teaching Staffs. (f) University Staff - 25 Verify source ↗
The Academic Staff of the University shall be composed of
AI-assisted research summary: This section lists who makes up the University’s academic staff.
25. The Academic Staff of the University shall be composed of- (a) Vice-Chancellor; (b) Deputy Vice-Chancellor(s) responsible for Academic Affairs; (c) Deans of Faculties, Schools, institutes; (d) Directors of Institutes, the Library, Centres and Directorates responsible for academic programmes or affairs; (e) Associate Professors and Professors; (f) Tutorial Assistants, Assistant Lecturers, Lecturers and Senior Lecturers; (g) Assistant Research Fellows, Research Fellows, Senior Research Fellows, Associate Research Professors and Research Professors; (h) Tutorial Librarians, Assistant Librarians, Librarians, Senior Library Librarians, Associate Library Professors and Professors; (i) Part Time Teaching Staff of the University; and (j) such other members of staff of the University who are engaged wholly in teaching or research in any School, Faculty, Institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate. Vacancy of senior academic post - 26 Verify source ↗
(1) Where a vacancy occurs in any senior post on the academic
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor may appoint an officer to act in a senior post when there is a vacancy or the holder is away or unable to act. The appointed officer is to receive an acting allowance, at a rate set by the Council or, if none is set, by the Vice-Chancellor.
26.-(1) Where a vacancy occurs in any senior post on the academic staff or when the holder of such post is on leave or is absent from the United Republic or is temporarily unable to perform the functions of his office by reason of illness or other cause, the Vice-Chancellor may, if in his opinion it 33 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania is necessary or desirable so to do, appoint an officer to act in such post until such time as the vacancy is filled in accordance with the provisions of this Charter and these Rules or, as the case may be, the substantive holder of the post resumes duty. (2) While on an acting appointment made under sub-rule (1), the officer so appointed shall be paid an acting allowance at such rate as Council may prescribe or, in the absence of such prescription, as the Vice-Chancellor may direct. Administrative and Technical Staff - 27 Verify source ↗
(1) The Administrative Staff shall include
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines who counts as Administrative Staff and Technical Staff at the University.
27.-(1) The Administrative Staff shall include- (a) the Deputy Vice-Chancellors responsible Resources Management and Regional Services; for Human (b) all other officers of the University who are not members of the Academic Staff. (2) Technical Staff shall include- (a) all involved in staff technologies; information communication Power to abolish offices Power to appoint Staffs Power to terminate appointments Delegation of powers (b) laboratory technicians; and (c) all other staff dealing with technical matters. - 28 Verify source ↗
The powers of constituting and abolishing offices in the service
AI-assisted research summary: The Council has the power to constitute and abolish offices in the University service.
28. The powers of constituting and abolishing offices in the service of the University are vested in the Council: Provided that nothing in this Rule shall affect the welfare and development of the University. - 29 Verify source ↗
Subject to the provisions of these Rules hereof, the powers of
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make appointments to academic, administrative, and technical staff offices, subject to these Rules and on recommendation of the Human Resources Management Committee.
29. Subject to the provisions of these Rules hereof, the powers of making any appointment to an office of the academic, administrative and technical staff are vested in the Council upon recommendation of the Human Resources Management Committee as guided by the Human Resources Management Policy. - 30 Verify source ↗
Powers of dismissing or terminating the appointment of any
AI-assisted research summary: The appointing authority has the power to dismiss, terminate, or otherwise punish an officer for disciplinary offences, as provided by the Human Resources Management Policy.
30. Powers of dismissing or terminating the appointment of any officer by way of disciplinary action or of punishing any officer otherwise than by dismissal or termination of his appointment for any disciplinary offence are vested in the appointing authority as provided for by the Human Resources Management Policy. - 31 Verify source ↗
Council may, in writing, delegate any of the powers vested in
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may delegate its powers in writing to specified university officials or committees, but only subject to any limitations it sets.
31. Council may, in writing, delegate any of the powers vested in it under these Rules to the Human Resources Management Committee, the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellors or any other officer of the University, subject to such limitations as the Council may specify. Exercise of powers - 32 Verify source ↗
Notwithstanding the provisions of rule 30, power to dismiss a
AI-assisted research summary: A University officer may not be dismissed by disciplinary action unless a charge has been made, the officer has had a fair chance to answer it, and an inquiry has been held under Council rules.
32. Notwithstanding the provisions of rule 30, power to dismiss a University officer by way of disciplinary action shall not be exercised unless- (a) a disciplinary charge has been made against such officer; (b) the officer has had an adequate opportunity to answer such charge; and (c) an inquiry has been held into the charge in accordance with the provisions of rules made by Council in that behalf. Terms of employment - 33 Verify source ↗
Provision
33. Terms and conditions of employment of University officers shall be such as may be prescribed by the Council. 34 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania PART III ESTABLISHMENT OF COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, FACULTIES Establishment of Campus Colleges
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Council shall manage all assets and properties, movable and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must manage all University assets and properties, whether movable or immovable.
68. Council shall manage all assets and properties, movable and immovable, of the University in such manner and for such purposes as in the opinion of the Council would promote the best interest of the University. University Funds - 69 Verify source ↗
Funds and resources of the University shall consist of
AI-assisted research summary: The University’s funds and resources come from listed public, borrowed, donated, investment, service, and other lawful sources.
69. Funds and resources of the University shall consist of- (a) such sums as may be provided for the purposes of the University by Parliament, either by way of grant or loan; (b) such sums as the Council may borrow for the purposes of the University; (c) such sums as may in any manner become payable to or vested in the University either under the provisions of this Charter and these Rules or as incidental to the carrying out of its functions; (d) such sums as may be obtained through donations, grants, gifts, fund raising, self generated income, charities or bequests by benefactors; (e) such sums as may accrue to the University from investments, leases, licences, consultancies and other services of the University; and (f) such other funds as may be lawfully obtained. 47 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Investment of University funds Cap. 53 Financial Year Annual budget estimates - 70 Verify source ↗
Council shall have power to invest University funds in such
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may invest University funds in permitted investments or assets, subject to conditions set by the Trustees Investment Act.
70. Council shall have power to invest University funds in such investments or assets, and subject to conditions as are prescribed by the Trustees Investment Act in relation to investment of funds by a trustee. - 71 Verify source ↗
Notwithstanding the financial year, Council may determine any
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may set a different 12-month period to count as the University’s financial year.
71. Notwithstanding the financial year, Council may determine any other period of twelve consecutive months which shall constitute the financial year of the University: Provided that in the event of any change in the financial year and for the purposes of the transition from one financial year to another, the transitional period, whether longer or shorter than twelve months, shall be regarded as if it were a financial year. - 72 Verify source ↗
(1) At least two months before the commencement of any
AI-assisted research summary: The Director of Finance and Accounts must prepare annual revenue and expenditure estimates before each financial year, and the Council must consider and approve them before the year starts.
72.-(1) At least two months before the commencement of any financial year, the Director of Finance and Accounts shall prepare or cause to be prepared for the approval of Council, annual estimates of revenue and expenditure of the University for the ensuing financial year. (2) 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) Annual estimates shall contain provisions for estimated expenditure during the ensuing financial year and, in particular- (a) for payment of salaries, allowances, passages and other charges in respect of officers of the University including the Vice-Chancellor, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellors; (b) for research, and publications and other academic matters; (c) for payment of allowances, fees and expenses in respect of members of the Council, the Senate, the Convocation and other Boards and Committees; (d) for 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 payment of construction, improvement, maintenance and replacement of any building or other immovable property of the University; (f) for the proper maintenance and replacement of the furniture and equipment of the University; and (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 purposes of the University except in accordance with the provisions of annual estimates, or any supplementary estimates approved by Council. (5) A copy of the annual estimates and of every supplementary estimate, if any, shall immediately after approval be forwarded to the Minister. Accounts of University - 73 Verify source ↗
(1) Council shall cause to be kept proper books of account and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must keep proper books of account, prepare annual accounts after each financial year, have them audited by a registered auditor, and send copies and the auditor’s report to the Commission and the Chancellor.
73.-(1) Council shall cause to be kept proper books of account and shall, as soon as is practicable after the end of each financial year, cause to be made a statement of accounts relating to such financial year together with- (a) a statement of income and expenditure during such financial year; and 48 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (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 person registered as an auditor under the Accountants and Auditors (Registration) Act, as appointed by the Council on such terms and conditions as the Council may determine. (2) Copies of the statements referred to in sub-rule (1) and a copy of the auditor's report, and any other document as may be required by the Public Finance Act and any other written law in force shall be forwarded to the Commission and the Chancellor. - 74 Verify source ↗
The Vice-Chancellor shall at the end of each financial year,
AI-assisted research summary: The Vice-Chancellor must prepare an annual financial report at the end of each financial year and submit it to the Commission, Chancellor, and Minister.
74. The Vice-Chancellor shall at the end of each financial year, prepare an annual financial report as required by the Public Finance Regulations on the activities of the University during that financial year and submit such report to the Commission, Chancellor and the Minister. - 75 Verify source ↗
The Minister shall cause to be laid before the National
AI-assisted research summary: The Minister must lay specified reports and statements before the National Assembly as soon as practicable.
75. The Minister shall cause to be laid before the National Assembly as soon as may be practicable- (a) copies of the statements referred to in rule 73(1); Cap. 286 Cap. 348 Financial report of Vice- Chancellor G.N. No. 132 of 2001 Financial report to be tabled in the National Assembly (b) a copy of the auditor's report, if any; and (c) a copy of the Vice-Chancellor's report. PART VIII MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Rules
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(1) The Council may make rules for the better carrying out of
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may make rules for University governance, awards, examinations, fees, discipline, student welfare, and related matters, and those rules must be published in the Gazette and the University Prospectus.
76.-(1) The Council may make rules for the better carrying out of the purposes of the Charter, and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, may make rules- (a) prescribing the degrees, diplomas, certificates and other awards which may be conferred and granted by the University; (b) prescribing the conditions which must be satisfied before the granting of any (degree, diploma or other) certificate or other award; (c) prescribing the manner in which a degree may be conferred or a diploma, certificate or other award may be granted; (d) regulating the administration of any School, Faculty, institute, the Library, Centre or Directorate established under the Charter; (e) prescribing the manner in which By-laws made by the Senate shall be submitted to the Council for its approval; (f) regulating the conduct of examinations; (g) prescribing fees for admission to the University, Colleges, or Institutes, established under the Charter; (h) prescribing the candidates examinations held or conducted by the University; fees payable by for the (i) prescribing fees payable by members of the public for the consultancy services conducted or authorized by the University; (j) providing for or regulating disciplinary proceedings against the officers of the University; (k) providing for the general welfare of students; 49 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (l) prescribing anything which may be prescribed under this Charter and these Rules; (m) prescribing for the administration of students; (n) governing any matter in respect of which Rules may be made under this Charter and the Rules made thereunder; (o) providing for any matter or thing which, in the opinion of the Council, is necessary to provide for the furtherance of the functions and objects of the University; and (p) providing for the delegation of the powers of Council. (2) Provisions made under this rule shall be published in the Gazette and the Prospectus of the University. Allowances Principles of natural justice - 77 Verify source ↗
Council may issue directions prescribing allowances payable
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may issue directions setting allowances payable to Council members, its committees, and other committees established by the Senate.
77. Council may issue directions prescribing allowances payable to the members of Council its Committees and other committees established by the Senate. - 78 Verify source ↗
Notwithstanding the provisions of these Rules, the power to
AI-assisted research summary: A student, officer, or staff member may be expelled, rusticated, or dismissed for disciplinary reasons only after a charge, an opportunity to respond, an inquiry, and a finding of guilt or a qualifying minor charge.
78. Notwithstanding the provisions of these Rules, the power to expel or rusticate a student from the University or dismiss an officer or member of staff of 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 member of staff or student, as the case may be; (b) the officer or member of staff or student, as the case may be, has had opportunity to answer such charge; (c) an inquiry has been held into the charge in accordance with the provisions of the Rules made by the Council on recommendation of the Governing Board, in that behalf, or any applicable general law of the land, as the case may be; (d) 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 levelled 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. Indemnity for bona fide acts 79. No matter or thing done by any member, or officer, the Council, Senate, Convocation or a Board shall, if done bona fide in the execution or in the 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. Proceeding not to be invalidated 80. No act or proceeding of the Senate shall be invalid by reason only of any vacancy in the membership thereof, 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 of vulnerable persons - 81 Verify source ↗
(1) In the construction or maintenance of any building,
AI-assisted research summary: The University’s library must be built and equipped to serve persons with special needs as far as possible, and any relevant University board or committee must include at least one member with special needs.
81.-(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 paid to persons with special needs. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of sub-rule (1), the Library of the University, 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 sub-rule (1). 50 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (3) The principle of representation of persons with special needs shall be observed and implemented whenever a board, committee or other organ or body of the University, including its affiliated and campus institutions, is formed or established to perform a function or functions involving matters that may affect the interests of staff and/or students with common special needs such that at least one of the members of the board, committee or organ or body, as the case may be, shall be a person with special needs. - 82 Verify source ↗
The principle of gender equity as provided in the Act and
AI-assisted research summary: University boards, committees, and similar bodies must follow gender equity rules, including having at least one third women members.
82. The principle of gender equity as provided in the Act and Regulations made thereunder and under these Rules shall be observed and implemented whenever a board, committee or other organ or body of the University, including its affiliated and campus institutions, is formed or established to perform a function or functions involving the interests of the University or the public in general, such that at least one third of the membership of the board, committee or other organ or body, as the case may be, shall consist of women. Gender Equity Principles 51 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania __________ SECOND SCHEDULE ___________ (Under Article 8) ___________ PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SEARCH COMMITTEE - 1 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations to the President for
AI-assisted research summary: A Search Committee must be established to make recommendations to the President about appointing a Chancellor, using terms of reference set by the Council.
1. There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations to the President for appointment of a Chancellor and on the basis of terms of reference prescribed by Council. - 2 Verify source ↗
There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations to the Chancellor for
AI-assisted research summary: A Search Committee is to be established to make recommendations to the Chancellor for appointing a Vice-Chancellor.
2. There shall be a Search Committee for making recommendations to the Chancellor for appointment of a Vice-Chancellor. - 3 Verify source ↗
There shall be Search Committee for making recommendations to the Vice Chancellor
AI-assisted research summary: A Search Committee must be in place to make recommendations to the Vice Chancellor for appointing the Deputy Vice Chancellor.
3. There shall be Search Committee for making recommendations to the Vice Chancellor for appointment of Deputy Vice Chancellor. - 4 Verify source ↗
The Search Committee shall consist of three members, at least one of whom shall be a
AI-assisted research summary: The Search Committee must have three members, including at least one woman, and the Council nominates them from non-University staff.
4. The Search Committee shall consist of three members, at least one of whom shall be a woman, who shall be nominated by the Council from amongst non-University staff. - 5 Verify source ↗
The Chancellor shall appoint a Vice-Chancellor from out of a list of not more than three
AI-assisted research summary: The Chancellor must appoint the Vice-Chancellor from a list of no more than three persons recommended by the Search Committee. If none of the recommended persons are approved, the Chancellor may ask for a fresh recommendation.
5. The Chancellor shall appoint a Vice-Chancellor from out of a list of not more than three persons, recommended by the Search Committee constituted under Rule 3: Provided that, if the Chancellor does not approve any of the persons so recommended he may call for a fresh recommendation. ___________ THIRD SCHEDULE ____________ (Under Article 17) ____________ Tenure of office PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE COUNCIL - 1 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chairman of the Council shall hold office for a period of
AI-assisted research summary: The Chairman of the Council serves for four years from appointment. Other Council members, except the Chairman and ex-officio members, serve for three years and retire at the end of June in the third year, with some members losing office earlier if they stop meeting the stated qualification. An appointing authority may end the appointment of a member it appointed or elected before the retirement date.
1.-(1) The Chairman 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 Chairman and the ex-officio members shall be three years and all such members shall retire on the last day of June of the third year; and, on the last day of June of every third year, their places shall be filled by the newly appointed or, as the case may be, elected members who shall come into office immediately upon such retirement: Provided that- (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; (b) 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; 52 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania Termination of membership Cessation of membership (c) 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 sub-Paragraph (2) shall be construed as preventing any appointing authority from terminating the appointment of any member appointed or elected by it, prior to the date when such member is required to retire from office under paragraph 1. - 2 Verify source ↗
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, which may then terminate the member’s appointment and replace the member.
2. 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. - 3 Verify source ↗
(1) Where any member of the Council ceases to be such a
AI-assisted research summary: If a Council member leaves, cannot serve, or is temporarily unavailable, the appointing authority may appoint or elect a replacement or temporary member.
3.-(1) 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 member by reason of his absence from the United Republic or by reason of any infirmity of body or mind, or where the appointing authority terminates his appointment under paragraphs (2), the appointing authority may appoint or, as the case may be, elect another member in his 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. (2) 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 place, and such temporary member shall have, so long as he remains a temporary member, all the powers and functions of a member of Council: Provided that on the resumption of office by the substantive member, the temporary member shall cease to hold such office. Deputy Vice- Chancellor to attend meetings - 4 Verify source ↗
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources
AI-assisted research summary: The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management may attend Council meetings and take part in deliberations, but cannot vote unless elected as a Council member.
4. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management 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 unless he is elected to be a member of the Council. Vice-Chairman - 5 Verify source ↗
The Council shall elect one of its members to be the Vice
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must elect one of its members as Vice-Chairman. That person serves for three years if still a member and can be re-elected. The Chairman presides over all meetings.
5. The Council shall elect one of its members to be the Vice- Chairman and any member elected as Vice-Chairman shall, subject to his continuing to be a member, hold office of Vice-Chairman for a term of three years from the date of his election, and shall be eligible to be re-elected. Chairman to preside all meetings - 6 Verify source ↗
(1) The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of Council
AI-assisted research summary: The Chairman must preside at Council meetings, or the Vice-Chairman if the Chairman is absent; if both are absent, the members present may elect a temporary Chairman.
6.-(1) The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of Council. (2) Where at any meeting of 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 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 Council, shall have a vote and, in the event of any equality of votes, shall have a casting vote in addition to his deliberative vote. Meetings of the Council - 7 Verify source ↗
(1) Subject to this Charter and any general or specific direction
AI-assisted research summary: The Council must meet at least four times each financial year, and extra meetings may be fixed by the Chairman or the Vice-Chancellor if the Chairman cannot act. The Secretary to Council must give members at least 14 days’ notice of meeting time and place, and the Chairman or Vice-Chairman must call a meeting within 30 days if at least ten members request one in writing.
7.-(1) Subject to this Charter and any general or specific direction by the Chancellor, Council shall meet not less than four times during every financial year and at such additional times as may be fixed by the Chairman 53 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania or, if he is absent from the United Republic or unable for any reason to act, the Vice-Chancellor: Provided that the Chairman or, if he 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 days of such requests being made to him in writing. (2) The Secretary to Council shall give to each member not less than fourteen days' notice of the time and place of any such meeting. Quorum - 8 Verify source ↗
(1) At any meeting of Council not less than one-third of the
AI-assisted research summary: A Council meeting needs at least one-third of the members in office to make a quorum; if no quorum appears within 30 minutes, certain people may adjourn the meeting.
8.-(1) At any meeting of Council not less than one-third of the Decision making The Seal of The University members in office for the time being shall constitute a quorum. (2) If a quorum is not present within half an hour of the time appointed for the meeting, members present, or the majority of them, or any one member or 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. - 9 Verify source ↗
Subject to the provisions relating to a casting vote, all questions
AI-assisted research summary: Council decisions at meetings are made by majority vote, with a missed or refused vote counted as negative. The Council may also decide matters without a meeting by circulating papers and getting majority views in writing, and any member may require deferral to a meeting.
9. Subject to the provisions relating to a casting vote, all questions at a meeting of Council shall be decided by a majority of votes of members present at the meeting, and if any member fails or refuses to vote on any question, his 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. - 10 Verify source ↗
(1) The Seal of the University shall be of such shape, size and
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may determine the shape, size, and form of the University Seal, and people present when it is affixed must sign the sealing witness.
10.-(1) The Seal of the University shall be of such shape, size and form as Council may determine. (2) The Seal shall be affixed in the presence of- (a) the Vice-Chancellor; (b) the Deputy Vice-Chancellor responsible for Resources Management; 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 and (d) one member of the Council. (3) Subject to rule 12(2), 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) the Vice-Chancellor; (b) the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Management; or responsible for Resources (c) such other officers of the University as the Vice-Chancellor may appoint in that behalf. Council to - 12 Verify source ↗
Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, the Council may
AI-assisted research summary: The Council may regulate its own meetings and proceedings, subject to this Schedule.
12. Subject to the provisions of this Schedule, the Council may regulate its own meetings. 54 Open University of Tanzania GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) regulate its proceedings ____________ FOURTH SCHEDULE ____________ (Under Article 21) ____________ FACULTIES, INSTITUTES, LIBRARIES AND CENTRES OF THE UNIVERSITY - 1 Verify source ↗
The following Faculties are declared to be Faculties of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This section states which faculties are part of the University.
1. The following Faculties are declared to be Faculties of the University:- (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences; the Faculty of Business Management; the Faculty of Education; the Faculty of Law; the Faculty of Science, Technology and Environmental Studies; - 2 Verify source ↗
The following Institutes are declared to be Institutes of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This provision declares the listed Institutes to be Institutes of the University.
2. The following Institutes are declared to be Institutes of the University: the Institute of Continuing Education; the Institute of Educational Technology; and (a) (b) (c) ODel Centre. - 3 Verify source ↗
The following are declared to be Libraries of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This provision declares a list of university libraries.
3. The following are declared to be Libraries of the University- (a) The Open University of Tanzania main Library; (b) Arusha mini Library; (c) Coast mini Library; (d) Dodoma mini Library; (e) Ilala mini Library; (f) Iringa mini Library; (g) Kagera mini Library; (h) Kigoma mini Library; (i) Kilimanjaro mini Library; (j) Kinondoni mini Library; (k) Lindi mini Library; (l) Manyara mini Library; (m) Mara mini Library; (n) Mbeya mini Library; (o) Morogoro mini Library; (p) Mtwara mini Library; (q) Mwanza mini Library; (r) Pemba mini Library; (s) Rukwa mini Library; (t) Ruvuma mini Library; (u) Shinyanga mini Library; (v) Singida mini Library; (w) Tabora mini Library; (x) Tanga mini Library; (y) Temeke mini Library; (z) Zanzibar mini Library - 4 Verify source ↗
The following are declared to be Regional Centres of the University
AI-assisted research summary: This provision declares listed locations to be Regional Centres of the University.
4. The following are declared to be Regional Centres of the University- (a) Arusha; 55 GN. NO. 264A (Contd.) Open University of Tanzania (b) Coast; (c) Dodoma; (d) llala; (e) Iringa; (f) Kagera; (g) Kigoma; (h) Kilimanjaro; (i) Kinondoni; (j) Lindi; (k) Manyara; (l) Mara; (m) Mbeya; (n) Morogoro; (o) Mtwara; (p) Mwanza; (q) Pemba; (r) Rukwa; (s) Ruvuma; (t) Shinyanga; (u) Singida; (v) Tabora; (w) Tanga; (x) Temeke; and (y) Zanzibar Given under my hand and the public seal; this 28th day of March, 2007 The State House, Dar-es-Salaam . JAKAYA MRISHO KIKWETE, President 56
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