Registrar -University of Zimbabwe 234 views

Vacancy : Registrar

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor, the Registrar will be responsible for management of the University’s administrative processes and support services in line with the institution’s Strategic Plan, and as provided for in the University of Zimbabwe Act (Chapter 25:16). The person should have demonstrable change management competencies, communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to the institution’s high administrative demands. This is a University Executive position and requires a competent, strategic, and focused individual with an understanding of national Heritage-based Education 5.0 philosophy and the role of higher education institutions towards the Zimbabwe’s National Vision 2030 and beyond.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Advising and assisting the Vice Chancellor, the University Council, Senate and other Committees of the University on matters of corporate governance, interpretation of University of Zimbabwe Statutes and Ordinances.
• Development, formulation and implementation of the University administration policies, rules and regulations at different levels in pursuit of the University’s vision, mission and strategic objectives towards actualization of the heritage-based Education 5.0 philosophy.
•  Provide secretariat services to the University Council, Senate, Academic Committee and other Committees
•  Responsible for the general soundness of the University’s business environment and brand image.
•  Ensuring good order and ambience of the University environment for students, staff, partners and stakeholders.
•  Performing any other duties and functions of the University as assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A holder of at least a relevant Masters Degree and/equivalent professional qualification in administration, management or any other relevant field. A PhD is a distinct advantage.
•  Experience in administration, with a significant part in a higher education institution or related organization.
•  Relevant practical experience with information communication technologies (ICTs) and their application in administrative and management systems.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

•  Candidate should be a self-motivated, proactive and innovative with demonstrable leadership skills
• He/she should have good writing and oral communication skills
•  High level of professional integrity and commitment to confidentiality
• A sound track record of working with minimum supervision
• High level of commitment to duty and self-motivated to work under pressure
•  Candidates should have sound knowledge of public relations and protocol.
• Open-minded, future-focused, team-builder, innovative and always seeking to add value to the University of Zimbabwe brand.