# Registrar – Administration & Finance Job AIU Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/registrar-administration-finance-job-aiu Company: AIU Category: Administration & Office Support Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-16 Expires: 2026-10-31 ## Job Description Finance Jobs, Africa International University Jobs. Responsible for overseeing administration, finance, human resources, institutional development, budgeting, compliance, strategic planning, and campus operations, while advising senior university management. Requires a Master’s degree in Administration, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or a related field. The position is based in Nairobi and requires on-site work. Position Overview - The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight of the University’s administrative, financial, human resource, and institutional development functions. - The position ensures efficient service delivery, sound financial management, compliance with policies and regulations, and sustainable institutional growth in alignment with the University’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives. ### Key Responsibilities In consultation with the Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar A & F shall be responsible for the following. Administration - Lead and coordinate administrative services that support academic and operational functions. - Oversee campus operations including facilities management, security, transport, procurement coordination, and general services. - Ensure development, implementation, and periodic review of administrative policies, procedures, and systems. - Coordinate institutional committees, statutory meetings, and official records management. - Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and institutional governance requirements. Finance - Ensure effective financial controls, accountability, and prudent utilization of institutional resources. - Oversee preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts. - Ensure timely preparation of management accounts, audited financial statements, and statutory returns. - Liaise with auditors, banks, regulators, donors, and other financial stakeholders. Human Resources - Ensure effective workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development. - Oversee implementation of HR policies, staff terms and conditions of service, and employee relations frameworks. - Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment regulations, and institutional HR policies. - Promote staff welfare, engagement, capacity building, and a positive organizational culture.  Institutional Development - Lead and give strategic direction for institutional development initiatives. - Coordinate strategic planning, performance monitoring, and institutional effectiveness processes. - Support resource mobilization, partnerships, grants management, and donor relations. - Oversee monitoring and evaluation of institutional projects and development programs. - Oversee university marketing, branding and public image ensuring that the university maintains a positive brand among her stakeholders and partners. - Support accreditation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-Cutting Responsibilities - Serve as a member of the senior management team and contribute to institutional strategy and decision-making. - Advise the Vice Chancellor and governing bodies on administrative, financial, and human resource matters. - Ensure risk management, internal controls, and compliance across all supervised functions. - Foster collaboration across departments and ensure integrated and efficient operations. - Uphold ethical standards, confidentiality, and institutional values. - Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Vice-Chancellor for the realization of University objectives. Qualifications and Experience - Master’s degree in Administration and Management, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or a related field from a recognized university. - Leadership and management experience of at least 7 years with proven experience in overseeing finance, administration, institutional development and human resources in similar or senior positions. - Any of these will be an added advantage: CPA, ACCA, CHRP , or equivalent professional certification. Skills and Abilities - Be thoroughly competent, preferably in institutional management and/or education administration. - Be self-motivated and have a positive attitude, strong organizational, administrative and interpersonal skills, ability to work successfully in a team with culturally diverse populations, ability to maintain confidentiality of information and work calmly under pressure. - Be proficient in oral and written communication and have relevant computer software competencies. - Be conversant with modern management techniques. - Have knowledge of strategic planning in education development. - Must have strong financial and analytical skills. - Must have high level of integrity and ethical judgment. - Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex institutional environment. - Have knowledge of HR practices and labor laws, national laws and policies in education. - Strong people and stakeholder management skills. - Must be a born-again Christian. ### How to Apply Applications should be emailed to recruitment@hrpowerhouse.co.ke including only the following: - Cover letter - Detailed resume - A Duly filled Job Application Form ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.