Assistant Administrator (Female Hostels) at Management University Of Africa

 JOB PURPOSE

•  The Assistant Administrator (Female Hostels) will be responsible in coordinating and  overseeing all activities programs in the hostels. She is responsible for managing and  maintaining a friendly environment in which each student can live and learn.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for the health, hygiene and general welfare of the students residing in the halls of residence
• Attending to all matters of health, sickness, diet, sanitation and cleanliness
• Ensuring the students observe the rules framed from the guidance and maintenance of decorum
• In liaison with security officer ensure security of the students in and around the halls of residence
• Visiting the students at any time in their rooms for their welfare and safety.
• Supervising the maintenance of the hostel facilities provided and plan for upgrading and maintenance of these facilities in the halls.
• Arbitrating and or mediating between students disputes thus ensuring good order and behavior
• Available for “call of duty” whenever required, which provides emergency cover in the evenings and weekends.
• Assisting the hostel administrator with admission of the new students
• Addressing grievance and complaints from the students
• Providing the relevant information about the students whenever it is required.
• Coordination of provision of health services
• In liaison with the health officer, offering appropriate first aid support
• Taking part in implementation of fire drills, crime prevention and health and safety awareness initiatives
• Responding to on - site emergencies (burst pipes, broken windows, burglaries,  locked out rooms etc.
• Maintaining accurate records and writing reports to help identify trends that may require action.
• Coordinating with management in framing policies, rules and regulation
• Any other duties assigned from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Sciences
• Must have Excellent Organizational, interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Must have Excellent Computer applications: - MS Word, Microsoft Access (Database), MS Power point, MS Excel (Spreadsheet
• Must have excellent report writing skills
• Must have excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in student’s affairs department or working with the youth