Vacancies at Amref International University (AMIU)

Main Purpose of the job:

The Network Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting the university's network infrastructure to ensure reliable and secure connectivity across all campus locations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Network Infrastructure Management

• Design, configure, and maintain the university's LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.
• Manage and optimize Cisco Meraki network equipment including switches, access points, and security appliances.
• Monitor network performance and implement upgrades and expansions as needed.

 Network Security and Compliance

• Implement and maintain network security measures including firewalls, VLANs, and access controls.
• Monitor network traffic for security threats and unauthorized access.
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to ensure compliance with security policies.

Technical Support and Troubleshooting

• Provide technical support for network-related issues to staff and students.
• Diagnose and resolve network problems promptly to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for network services and support.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, capacity, and incidents.
• Document all network changes and maintain change management records.

Team Leadership and Strategic Planning

• Supervise and mentor Network Support Specialists and related technical staff.
• Participate in ICT strategic planning and budgeting processes.
• Stay current with emerging networking technologies and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's/Diploma degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution.

Certifications:

• Cisco CCNA, Meraki Certification (CMNA or CMNO), CompTIA N+ - MANDATORY
• Additional certifications such as CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ are an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in network administration.
• Proven experience with Cisco Meraki cloud-managed networking solutions.
• Experience managing large-scale enterprise networks.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of Cisco Meraki dashboard and cloud-managed networking.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching, and VLANs.
• Proficiency in network security principles and implementation.
• Experience with wireless network design and deployment.
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools and network management systems.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.

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Job Purpose

Reporting to the DVC Academic and Student Affairs, this position, in collaboration with academic departments, is responsible for student records, management of academic processes including admission procedures and coordination of graduation, and ensuring compliance with related academic policies. The position is a member of the university senior staff and has administrative functions related but not limited to academic administration, management decision making and oversight of university academic operations.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Managing the academic Registry: Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of students’ personal information, academic achievements, course registrations, and academic progress. Oversees production of timely and accurate statistics, class rosters, grades, certifications and other reports to inform university decision making, help students plan their academic journeys and support the governance bodies and regulators of university education assess compliance with policies and regulations. The Registrar is the custodian of the University’s academic records.
• Admission, registration and on-boarding of students: The Registrar oversee the admission and registration process, assists students in course selection and the process of registering courses in the system, verifies prerequisites for admission into programs and for registering for specific courses, and coordinates with academic departments to ensure course availability and efficient scheduling. This role is critical for smooth semester and academic year transitions and timely completion of courses.
• Ensuring integrity of Academic Transcripts and Graduation records: The ensures credibility of official transcripts, allocates grades and degree classifications according to policy, and produces the final graduation list for Senate approval and sealing by the Council. The Registrar is a core member of the graduation team, coordinating graduation requirements and verifying that students meet all criteria to appear in the graduation list.
• Student Experience: The registrar’s office handles enquiries and complaints by students on their academic records. The Registrar demonstrates the University's commitment to deliver excellent students’ experience by handling enquiries and complaints professionally and in a timely manner through the timeliness and accuracy of the transcripts, certificate verification and general appropriate and timely communication with students and alumni on their enquiries.
• Participation in university administration – the Registrar is a member of the University Management Board and the Senate where he/she provides student data for decision making as well as participating in management and academic decisions for the university. As part of the coordination and planning of academic processes, the registrar is involved in academic calendar development and monitoring with oversight from the DVC Academic and Student Affairs.
• Examination Management: The Registrar is involved in safeguarding examination integrity by overseeing the overall examination administration in the university including dealing with student petitions, addressing remark requests and seeing to it that procedures that guide on grievances are implemented as required.
• Academic Quality Assurance: Improve the quality of academic processes by monitoring the teaching and learning methodologies and facilitating academic staff training and development. This includes coordinating reviews and development of academic policies, regulations and guidelines as may from time to time be directed by the Academic Council.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned PhD from an accredited university
• Experience in academic administration and university processes and procedures
• Demonstrated academic leadership in an institution of higher education
• Education background/practice will be an added advantage
• 10 years relevant management experience in higher education
• An understanding of social entrepreneurship in model of running academic institutions

Culture and Attributes

• Flexible
• Collegial
• Diligent and Fast
• Ability to delegate
• Team player