Head of University Admissions at Mpesa Foundation Academy

JOB REF : HUA/01/2023

Responsibilities

• Assisting students to prepare for, select, and get into tertiary education programs in line with their career aspirations
• Making students aware of the benefits of specific courses and universities available globally that meet their aspirations and abilities
• Guiding students through the application process for universities globally. This will include reading through student’s documentation prior to submission
• Advising students on sources of funding
• Preparing students for ACTs and SATs in preparation for possible applications to US universities i.e. with students at Y10 level onwards (present MYP 5)
• Maintain status of excellence of MFA as an IELTS test centre and carrying out the responsibilities of a site supervisor
• Helping students, in liaison with MYP and DP coordinators, select subjects choose courses and extracurricular activities that will help them get into their chosen career paths after graduation
• Staying current with university and college admission processes and requirements, tertiary level programs and developments in education and financial aid
• Developing relationships with university partners and proactively promoting the IB programmes offered at MFA
• Organising University Fairs and careers events at the Academy and represent the same at schools at other college fairs and other promotional opportunities.
• Conducting interviews, reviewing application materials, and assisting in the decision making process of students
• Advising parents on the transition process from the Academy
• As the direct line manager guide and advise Assistant Academic Counsellors in delivering the careers education and college counselling programme and conduct regular appraisals
• As the direct line manager guide the Internship and Placement Coordinator on scholars’s internship placements
• Maintaining accurate and current knowledge of educational legislation, trends, developments, and resources
• Developing and maintaining relationships with beneficial outreach stakeholders such as regulatory bodies and scholarship awarding institutions
• Reporting annually to all stakeholders on university destinations
• The Head of University Admissions acts as the Child Safeguarding Lead at the Uongozi Centre

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Education or any other relevant field
• Minimum five years experience in career guidance, college and holistic counselling
• Experience in the university admissions process, with particular focus on scholarship awarding institutions globally
• Familiarity with college and university programs, admissions requirements and processes, and scholarship and financial aid resources.
• Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning and people management skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organised
• Willingness to guide others and provide ongoing support as they make important decisions
• Budgeting experience is an added advantage