Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK)
We are
Hiring
Dean of Students
Great
Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK) is a Chartered Private University in Kenya
with the main campus based in Kisumu City and a learning center in Nairobi
City.
GLUK
is established as a Centre of excellence bridging academics with community and
institutional based development.
GLUK
is committed to maintaining high standards of education and training of
professionals who are responsible stewards of resources and services in the
society.
Applications
are therefore invited from qualified candidates all across the country.
Key
Responsibilities
· Direct,
manage, and supervise the Dean of Students Office and all programs pertaining
to this office.
· Direct and oversee the Students Rights and Responsibilities and the Student Code of Conduct.
· Plan
and implement the New Student Orientation (NSO), Transfer and Family
Connections orientations, and student transition programs.
· Research,
plans, implements, and assesses student development efforts with all elements
of the university community and all facets of campus life.
· Handle
emergency and crisis situations that pertain to students and campus life
· Coordinating
Co-curricular programs and activities for students
· Liaise
with University management on student’s welfare.
· Facilitate
and oversee student’s accommodation and recreational activities
Qualification
& Competencies Required
· Doctor
of Philosophy in Sociology, Education, Psychology, Theology, Student Affairs,
Higher Education Administration or any other relevant field.
· At
least 5-7 years of experience in an educational administrative role preferred
· Previous
work experience in student’s affair is an added advantage.
· Ability
to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
· Ability
to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
· Experience
determining fair consequences for students in violation of the code of conduct
· Exceptional
interpersonal skills when dealing with students, parents and staff
· Experience
investigating complaints and grievances against instructors, staff and fellow
students
· Ability
to prepare and make effective presentations promoting programs within the
University
· Ability
to analyze data regarding the effectiveness of programs and initiatives within
the University
· Comfortable
administering consequences for violation of the code of conduct of academic
integrity standards
· Experience
in creating and supporting social clubs and programs within the University.
How to
Apply
Applicants
to send Cover letter, CV and testimonials indicating the position applied for
to:
Office
of Deputy Vice Chancellor Finance and Administration
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
P.O Box 2224-40100
Kisumu.
OR
Send via mail to hr@gluk.ac.ke Email subject line to read the position applied
for.
OR
Hand drop to Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Kibos Campus.
Applications
to reach us by Wednesday, 15th February 2023.
Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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