University Registrar

Role Overview

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) Academic and Student Affairs, the University Registrar is a member of the senior staff and is responsible for student records, the management of academic processes (including admission procedures and graduation coordination), and ensuring compliance with university academic policies. The role involves administrative functions related to academic administration, management decision-making, and oversight of university academic operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the Academic Registry: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of students’ personal information, academic achievements, course registrations, and progress. Oversee the production of statistics, class rosters, grades, and certifications to inform university decision-making and support regulatory compliance.
• Admission and Registration: Oversee the admission and registration process, assist students with course selection and system registration, verify prerequisites, and coordinate with academic departments to ensure course availability and efficient scheduling.
• Academic Integrity: Ensure the credibility of official transcripts, allocate grades and degree classifications according to policy, and produce the final graduation list for Senate approval and Council sealing.
• Student Experience: Handle student inquiries and complaints regarding academic records professionally and timely, ensuring excellence in transcript accuracy and certificate verification.
• University Administration: Participate as a member of the University Management Board and the Senate, providing data for decision-making and assisting in the development and monitoring of the academic calendar.
• Examination Management: Safeguard examination integrity by overseeing administration, addressing student petitions and remark requests, and implementing grievance procedures.
• Academic Quality Assurance: Improve academic processes by monitoring teaching and learning methodologies and facilitating academic staff training. Coordinate the review and development of academic policies, regulations, and guidelines.

Qualifications and Requirements

• An earned PhD from an accredited university.
• At least 10 years of relevant management experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated academic leadership in an institution of higher education.
• Experience in academic administration and knowledge of university processes and procedures.
• An understanding of social entrepreneurship models in running academic institutions.
• An educational background or practice will be considered an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Amref International University (AMIU) application portal on SmartRecruiters: Apply Here.