Attachment Coordinator – Undergraduate Programs at Strathmore Business School

JOB PURPOSE:

• To coordinate all activities relating to student attachment, create an environment for student career development, and facilitate students’ readiness for the work environment during and upon completion of their studies at SBS.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To conduct visits to existing and prospective employers with a view to obtaining agreements that will potentially lead to memoranda of understanding for student placement.
• To prepare an annual plan for graduate recruitments, invite industry experts for career talks, and provide recruitment support to employers during the onboarding of SBS students.
• To conduct surveys on student employability skills, identify training needs for students, and develop a strategy for addressing the identified needs.
• To facilitate networking opportunities for students and alumni with industry representatives on career opportunities and possibilities.
• To coordinate the school’s specific mini career fairs, roundtables with human resources, and other career-related events to communicate information on the organizations’ recruitment processes and create a rapport with employers.
• To coordinate end-to-end activities relating to both Service-Based and Work-Based Learning for SBS students in liaison with the Director and Manager of Undergraduate Programs.
• To provide career counseling to the SBS students which includes, but is not limited to, necessary preparation needed for the job market, mock interviews, and CV preparations among other expectations.
• To be the communication link between the University’s Central Career Development Service Office and SBS.
• To provide management with accurate, timely, and complete reports on Career Development Services’ events, Strathmore’s employability rate, and annual student/alumni job placement to facilitate decision-making.
• To conduct surveys, analyze, and prepare reports for process improvement as part of the core duties in ensuring effective operations.
• To support in conducting the Graduate Tracer and Exit surveys for SBS students.
• To monitor operations in the Attachment Office and create procedures to aid in efficiency in the office operations.
• Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The post holder will be required to have and demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any business-related field from a recognized institution
• A master’s degree in any Business-related field and a Certificate in Counselling will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years experience in Administration or HR with knowledge in training and development

Key Competencies and Attributes:

• Good communications skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to details
• Data Management Skills
• Good understanding of MS Suite