Liaison Officer, Collaborations and Partnership at Management University Of Africa

JOB PURPOSE

The incumbent will provide a framework for maintaining good standards and procedures in the sourcing and maintenance of partnerships and collaborations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Identifying, evaluating and developing collaborative opportunities with external stakeholders, both locally and internationally in terms of research collaborations, joint projects, student exchange programs, internships, funding opportunities, and other initiatives.
•  Preparing, coordinating and implementing partnership and collaboration agreements like Memorandums of Collaborations.
•  Establishing and maintaining partnerships with other institutions, organizations, and industry partners.
•  Facilitating the exchange of knowledge, resources, and expertise through joint research projects, exchange programmes, academic programs, and conferences.
•  Managing the administrative processes related to collaborations and partnerships, including agreements, contracts, and funding proposals.
•  Promoting collaboration opportunities to faculty, researchers, and students within the university.
•  Serving as the primary point of contact for partner organizations and coordinating communication between them and the University's departments and faculties.
•  Supporting the development and implementation of internationalization strategies and initiatives.
•  Coordinating visits, delegations, and conferences related to collaborations and partnerships.
•  Keeping up-to-date with trends and developments in higher education, research, and industry partnerships.
•  Developing and monitoring the divisions annual procurement plan and budget.
•  Supporting funding and grant applications by faculty, researchers and departments by identifying and accessing funding opportunities for collaborative projects.
•  Monitoring and evaluating the outcomes and impact of collaborative activities.
•  Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time to time by the University Management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

•  Master’s Degree in Business, Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Education or a related field
•  Well vast with University education trends.
•  Well-grounded in policy development, conceptualization and implementation
•  Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal including the ability to disseminate information effectively, proof read documents and amend documentation as necessary
•  Proven organization and time management skills
•  Strategic thinker and goal getter
•  Excellent leadership and Interpersonal skills
•  Ability to motivate and steer team members to achieve set targets
•  Conversant with budgeting and budget monitoring
•  Proficient in Computer Applications