Registrar (Administration) at University of Eldoret

• Terms of service: Five (5) year contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.

Job Purpose:

• To oversee the planning, coordination and implementation of operations/activities within the administration unit through regular and close liaison with departmental heads for effective service delivery and proper running of activities in the unit in line with setting out standards and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration and Finance, the Registrar (Administration) shall be responsible for effective and efficient coordination of Administrative and Human Resource functions of the University.
• Be responsible for planning, policy formulation and general administration of the various administrative activities in the University administration.
• Responsible for the establishment and management of effective and efficient structures and systems for human resources management, including records management, performance contracting and management and staff development.
• Management of the various departments within the Administration Division about the legal instruments and regulations governing the management and administration of University resources in general and within their respective departments.
• Responsible for formulation and implementation of the Divisional Strategic Plan.
• Responsible for formulation, planning and control of the Administration Budget.
• Responsible for conduct and discipline of all staff.
• Coordinate the preparations of the University's annual budget. Negotiating performance targets and signing annual Performance Contracts with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AF).
• Coordinate the preparations of the Administration Division’s annual budget.
• Coordinate the preparations of the Division’s Annual Procurement Plan.
• Coordinate the preparations and implementation of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.

Requirements for Appointment (Qualifications, Skills and Experience)

• For appointment to this position the ideal candidate MUST have: -
• An earned Doctorate Degree (Administration, Educational Management or equivalent) from a recognized institution in addition to Masters and Bachelor’s Degrees from recognized institutions.
• At least ten (10) years of relevant work experience in a senior academic or management position; three (3) of which must have been in a senior academic or management position.
• Must possess relevant postgraduate qualifications in Management or Administration.
• Must show evidence of participation and contribution in seminars/conferences related to administration and management.
• Must have undergone leadership training lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered in a relevant professional body.
• Show proficiency in computer applications.
• Be familiar with all matters in Administration, Human Resources and
• Finance as applicable in a university environment.