Deputy Dean of Students at Amref Kenya

Reporting To: Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs

Job Description

To be responsible for overseeing student affairs. These include managing student’s extra curriculum activities, health, special needs, counselling, mentorship, welfare, and career planning to meet student needs while at university.

Main Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate student welfare such as accommodation and health
• Promote social and cultural extracurricular activities
• Oversee activities of student sports, organizations and clubs
• Address student disciplinary issues, advice and/or refer them for counselling
• Act as liaison between students, university and parents/guardians
• Develop and implement relevant university policies and procedures
• Address student concerns
• Manage budget for student activities.

Academic requirements

• A master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, Sociology or related field.
• Registered with relevant professional body

Work Experience

• At least five (5) years’ relevant professional experience
• Work experience in student affairs in a university/college or institution of higher learning
• Counselling skills and experience

Qualities and Competencies

• Knowledge, passion and skills to work with youth
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Skills to establish and maintain trust with students.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work with diverse students in respect to age, culture and ability.
• Demonstrates ability to multitask efficiently.
• Computer proficiency