Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the  position of Deputy Director, Admissions & Registration (One Position);

Qualification

Must have:

• Be a holder of Ph.D. degree from a reputable university;
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar and related working environment with a recognized institution

OR

• Must possess a Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Must have at least 5 years’ experience at Grade 11 or at a comparable position.
• Must be computer literate.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Director, Student Recruitment, Admissions, Registration & Career Services

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Work closely with the academic departments on a recruitment strategy to improve awareness of university programmes.
2. Participate in the Marketing of University programmes
3. Advise the marketing department on programmes to be advertised
4. Ensure compliance to the University’s admissions criteria and process in all campuses.
5. Overseeing the implementation of policy guidelines on student registration and credit transfers
6. Maintenance of accurate students’ database
7. Oversee enrolment of students.
8. Providing information and participating in all aspects of students’ orientation
9. Prepare summaries of applicants for admission for consideration by the Admission and Registration Committee.
10. Preparation of student enrolment report every semester / trimester for submission to the admissions and Registration Committee
11. Processing of students’ registration
12. Managing the student’s nominal roll
13. Updating the status on deferments, academic leaves, resumption of studies and disciplinary cases for students
14. Implement of the university Service charter in relation to admission matters.
15. In liaison with the Finance Director, ensure compliance with policy guidelines on fee payment and class size

16. Be responsible for safe custody of student’s records
17. Implementation of the University service charter in relation to admission and registration of students in the University
18. Performing any other duty that may be assigned from time to time by the Director, Student Recruitment, Admissions, registration and Career Services

Requirements

Candidates who meet the requirments should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

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