School Administrator: School Of Communication At Daystar University

Purpose of the JobTo seamlessly manage the academic and administrative processes and operations of the School of Communication, its departments and programmes. The administrator ensures optimal utilization of the resources and assets of the School of Communication.Requirements:Christian commitment and practice. Earned Master's degree in relevant areas (Preferably Business in Administration and Management, Commerce, Communication, Project Planning and Management ) from an accredited University. At least two years relevant experience post Master's in a busy customer interactive environment with ability to analyze and manipulate data Customer Care skillsCoaching & Mentoring skillsGuidance & counselling skillsComputer proficiency Effective Communication skillsBasic Accounting skillsNegotiations SkillsConflict Management skillsInterpersonal & Teamwork SkillsResponsibilities:Coordinating reporting and communication between the School and other University organs. Coordinating the acquisition, safe custody and distribution of teaching and research material requirements for the School. Ensuring that the semester timetable for classes and examinations for the School is done for teaching and learning to go on seamlessly including orientation of new lecturers.Administering and ensuring adequacy in lecture logistics including ICT materials and equipment, furniture and general stationary.Responsible for preparation and safe custody of minutes and other School reports. Preparing reports on class size, workload, list of lecturers, and any other ad hoc reports.Planning, coordinating and actualizing of School events such as retreats, seminars, field trips, open days. Coordinating faculty performance management; part time faculty contracts, and processing payment claim. Providing hospitality and customer service aspects relating to the School.Ensuring safe custody of all accredited programme documentation from CUE, including storage and retrieval.Coordinating interviews for part time faculty while ensuring progress, closure and documentation.Providing baseline academic advising to students, prospective students and guardians.Preparing reference/recommendation for students proceeding for attachment and practicum. Ensuring best practices in school management and administration for improved performance and achievements.Implementing change initiativesto achieve desired university plans and culture.Ensuring Christian behaviour and appropriate behaviour both internal and external in line with the institution's vision