Deputy Director, Graduate Studies Internal at Mount Kenya University

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must Have;

• A PhD Degree in a relevant field.
• Must have at least three (3) years’ experience in Grade 12 or at a comparable position.
• Must be Computer Literate and Highly proficient in Ms-Word, Excel, SPSS and other Computer Statistical Analysis Software.
• Must have good analytical, report writing and report presentation skills with adequate proficiency in data visualization techniques.

Key responsibilities also include

Job Description

• In consultation with the Director, prepare the Directorate of Graduate Studies schedule of activities
• Oversee maintenance, filing and updating of postgraduate students\ files in the office.
• Oversee planning and organization of oral presentations, seminars, workshops and conferences for the Directorate of Graduate Studies
• Receive and compile lists of supervisors, proposal reviewers and examiners.
• Maintain and updated register of all postgraduate students in the Directorate of Graduate Studies including and not limited to year of admission, progress and status at all ties
• Receive and compile progress reports for each student including ensuring timely submission of the same
• Liaise with relevant schools and campuses coordinators on matters related to coordination of postgraduate training
• Ensure timely preparation of content to be uploaded on the Directorate of Graduate Studies website
• Coordinate activities of assistant registrars in the Directorate of Graduate Studies
• Serve as secretary to the Board of Postgraduate Studies and Boards of Examiners meetings.
• Prepare the agenda and agenda documents for meetings of Boards of Examiners meetings.
• Prepare payment claims for examiners and Supervisors
• Perform any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Director, Graduate Studies

Requirements

Desirable Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect and communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging and compelling content for various communication channels, including newsletters, bulletins, emails, and social media platforms.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement strategic plans and policy documents.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with colleagues across various departments and levels of the university.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in developing new initiatives and programs relevant to postgraduate training.
• Understanding of technology applications related to records and data management processes.