The Registrar Role

The Registrar is the Chief Operations Officer of the University and shall be responsible for the general administration of the University.

He/she shall provide the framework within which policies shall be made and be responsible to the President for the day-to-day operations of the University.

Duties/Responsibilities

The Registrar’s main duties and responsibilities shall include the following:

Develop and implement policies and procedures related to student records management, academic regulations, and enrollment services.
Collaborate with academic departments and faculty to develop and maintain an accurate and comprehensive course catalog and class schedule.
Oversee the registration process, including course enrollment, add/drop procedures, and academic advising support.
Manage graduation processes, including degree audits, certification of completion, and commencement ceremonies.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing student records, privacy, and data security.
Lead initiatives to enhance the use of technology in academic administration, including the implementation of a student information system (SIS) and other digital solutions.
Provide leadership and support for staff training, professional development, and performance evaluation within the Office of the Registrar.

Qualification/Experience of the Registrar

The Ideal Candidate for the Position of Registrar will be required to demonstrate high qualities of sound judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, precision and professionalism in his/her area of specialization and must:

Possess at least a research-based Masters Degree in relevant areas such as Public Administration, Administration in Higher Education, Educational Administration or any other relevant field of study.
Have at least ten (10) years post-qualification experience in tertiary education management or twelve (12) years experience in management position in industry, or any relevant public service organization. At least, four (4) out of the relevant years of experience should have been at a Deputy Registrar or equivalent senior management level.
Demonstrate evidence of Management Writings that have contributed to the effective management of an institution of higher learning or industry.