Registrar - Academics at Zetech University

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 enrolment of students to meet stated enrolment 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 life cycle while benchmarking against best practice in service delivery;
• As Secretary to the University Senate, and working in close collaboration with other offices, lead the development, review, oversight and implementation of 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 as well as government institutions;
• Provide leadership in curriculum development and review, and participate in development and approval of new programmes;
• Be responsible for management and administration of University Examinations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A PhD in Education Management, Operations Management, Administration or related field from a recognised university OR a Master’s Degree, with outstanding experience in Academics
• Management;
• 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;
• Organised 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 internet.