Associate Dean Of Students - Female at Umma University

Ref: VA/UU/021/2017

Primary Functions

Under the direction of the Dean of Students, serves as a leader in the planning, coordination and administration of campus activities and   programs including student conduct and extracurricular programs. Supports the mission, vision and the core values of the university and fosters an environment and culture which promotes respect, responsibility and trust.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of administrative duties to assist the Dean in managing the department.
• Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at risk students.
• Receive referrals and confers with Students, Parents, Lecturers to help meet the needs of struggling students.
• Instructs students in appropriate behaviour.
• Provides leadership for students’ attendance improvement efforts.
• Participates as needed in university’s planning meetings for students.
• Liaison to the after university program in collaboration with faculty and or personnel from outside agencies.
• Liaison to the extracurricular activities, other programs and events.
• Helps plan and carry out the university’s student activities e.g. 1st year orientation programs.
• Responsible for the maintenance of accurate records.
• Supervise Student leadership annual elections including preparations thereof.
• Monitor and evaluate Student discipline matters.
• Facilitate student involvement in campus life through learning programmes, e.g. Guest Speakers, Workshops and other forums where they can develop and enhance their leadership potential.
• Ensuring students with special needs get assistance in collaboration with the University Administration, Office of the Dean of Students and other key stakeholders.
• Take on other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Education Administration / Counselling/ Psychology /Communications or similar field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in administrative position in an Institution of Higher Learning / Corporate World.
• Excellent communication and demonstrated decision making skills.
• Must demonstrate proven work ethics that meet deadlines, leadership skills, good interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Excellent supervisory, organizational and training skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Skills in organization and coordination of student related projects.
• Word processing and technical skills in any two of the soft ware packages relating to student affairs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity and ability to work with individuals or groups with diverse backgrounds.
• Being a practising Muslim will be an added advantage.