Job Description
Job Ref: ZU/10/25/46
Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Academics, Research & Extension, the position-holder’s responsibilities, among others, will include the following:
Provide leadership in enrollment of students to meet stated enrollment goals for the university;
Manage the students admission process in line with existing policies and regulations;
Be the chief custodian of all students’ academic records;
Compile and maintain the University academic calendar;
Manage the university timetable and ensure teaching and examination timetables are released on time with optimal spacing considerations;
Manage all graduation related activities for the institution;
Provide leadership in the design and delivery of excellent academic service delivery across the entire student lifecycle while benchmarking against best practice in service delivery;
As secretary to the university Senate, and working in close collaboration with other offices, leading the development, review, oversight and implementation academic policies and the University’s academic regulatory framework;
Develop and in consultation with the DVC-Academics, Research and Extension, manage academic budgets;
Spearhead inspections, registrations and renewals of registrations of the university with higher education bodies, research bodies, examination and professional bodies and government institutions;
Provide leadership in curriculum review and development and participate in development and approval of new programmes;
Be responsible for management and administration of University Examinations.
Qualifications and Experience
A Masters Degree in Education Management, Operations Management, Administration or a related area form a recognized university; A PhD degree in a relevant area from a recognized university will be an added advantage;
At least five (5) years’ experience in academic administration at a senior management level;
Informed about the national and international academic trends and issues;
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements from the Commission of University Education, relevant examination bodies and professional bodies;
Must demonstrate strong leadership and people skills with a self driven attitude;
Good analytical and reporting skills;
Training and/or certification in Quality Management Systems specifically 1SO 9001:2008/ISO 9001:2015 standard is an added advantage;
Organized with the ability to adhere to set deadlines and adapt to changing conditions;
Ability to solve both operational and strategic issues through pragmatic and commercially sound approaches.
Knowledge and skills in the use of MS Office suite and the internet.
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