Student Mentoring Services Male Administrator at Strathmore University

Basic job summary:

Responsible for providing support to the Student Mentoring Services team, in the development of a robust mentoring programme that takes into account the changing student demographics, as well as the mentors needs to be up to date with emerging mentoring tendencies and practices. Contribute to the advancement of the mentors training programme. As well as to address the administrative issues with regard to Student Mentoring Services.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Student Mentoring in the preparation of the Mentoring Services office work plans, budgets and in the execution of the
• Allocate mentors to new and continuing students and liaise with the Deans and Mentoring Coordinators at the School level to ensure the implementation and smooth running of the student mentoring programme.
• Assist in coordinating the second interview trainings across the schools in conjunction with
• Manage the activities run by the student interns under the mentoring
• Coordinate trainings and workshops for mentors to ensure continuous improvement of mentoring
• Create awareness among students on the importance of mentoring and liaise with students and mentors to identify and provide solutions to challenges hindering the mentoring process;
• Provide a link to parents and the university by helping parents understand the current situation of students as well as augmenting their realization of their responsibility and accountability towards the students in the mentoring process.
• Monitor and review mentoring reports on the Academic Management System and follow up with both mentors and students to ascertain whether mentoring is taking place and the effectiveness of programs;
• Ensure the implementation and compliance of the University’s policies on student mentoring by all stakeholders;
• Conduct frequent visits and inspections to assess the suitability of student

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or in any related field from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in the Microsoft

Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience working with young adults as a Mentor/Peer Supporter or other relevant

Competencies and Attributes

• Emotional Intelligence
• Ability to exhibit patience and handle issues with discretion and
• Excellent Interpersonal, Communication, and Conflict Resolution Skills
• Demonstrated creativity and problem‐solving skills in a fast‐paced, dynamic
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to set work priorities and initiatives.
• Mentoring and Counselling Skills