Dean of Students at Kenya Highlands University

Reports to: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs, Research and Student Affairs)

Position Summary:

The Dean of Students is in charge of all duties of the Dean of Students relating to the welfare, spiritual life, conduct and discipline of students. A dean of students plans and directs university activities related to student services and campus life. The Dean of Students provides proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in delivering programs and services to support the student’s academic achievement and personal and social development.

Requirements for appointment to this position:

• Must be a committed Christian;
• Masters in the area of counselling, education administration or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of higher education experience.
• Previous work experience in student affairs is an added advantage.

Core Competencies, Skills and Abilities:

• Exhibits strong skills in; leadership, managing people, communication, customer and student focus, building relationships, organizing and planning.
• Demonstrated understanding of the college mission, vision and practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with student’s faculty, staff and the broader educational and professional communities.
• Ability to support and value the efforts of ongoing cultural community projects and events.
• Possess specific knowledge of Kenya Highlands University and the functions of education administration.
• Demonstrates detailed familiarity with the university code of conduct

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for students' spiritual, physical, emotional and social welfare and development.
• To be the Secretary of the Student Disciplinary Committee
• To represent the faculty in the Student Association meetings
• To be in charge of student accommodation and conduct
• To coordinate student recreational activities
• To serve as a member of the Management Board, the Senate, the Admissions Committee, and the Spiritual Ministries Committee.
• To have such other duties as may, from time to time, be determined by the University Council or as may be delegated to him/her by the Vice-Chancellor.