Registrar

JOB PURPOSE: As Chief Administrator of the University who reports to the Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar is responsible for planning, organizing, implementation and directing the general administration of the University in line with the requirements of the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013 read together with the amended Higher Education Act No. 23 of 2021 and the Policies, Strategies & Procedures approved by the University Council. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: The Registrar shall provide strategic leadership and be responsible for the following: 1.Strategic Institutional Leadership and Administration: Provide strategic leadership in the overall administration of the University and contribute to the formulation and implementation of institutional strategy; Advise the Vice-Chancellor and University Council on governance, policy, administrative and statutory matters affecting the University; Lead institutional transformation initiatives aimed at improving organisational effectiveness, service delivery and operational excellence; and Ensure the effective coordination of administrative functions across all campuses and academic units. 2.Governance and Council Affairs: Serve as Secretary to the University Council and ensure the efficient planning, coordination and administration of their business; Facilitate the implementation of decisions and resolutions of the University Council and Committees; Ensure compliance with the University’s Charter, Statutes, Policies, Procedures, Regulations and other applicable legal instruments; and Promote best practices in corporate governance, institutional accountability and ethical leadership. 3.Human Resource Leadership and Organisational Development: Provide strategic leadership in human resource management, organisational development and institutional culture; Oversee recruitment, appointments, promotions, staff development, succession planning, performance management and employee relations; Promote employee engagement, diversity, eq