STUDENT RECRUITMENT OFFICER

STUDENT RECRUITMENT OFFICER 2 POSITIONS ( KAKAMEGA & KISUMU CENTRE)

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the following position.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant area of specialization from a recognized institution.
• Computer literacy
• Minimum Three (3) years’ experience in a comparable position or in grade 9 in MKU.

OR

• Higher National Diploma in a relevant area of specialization from a recognized institution or a professional qualification.
• Five (5) years’ experience in a comparable position or in grade 9 in MKU.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Centre Coordinator

Duties and responsibilities:

• Represent MKU in targeting visits to potential clients to speak to individuals and groups to promote outreach activities
• Develop, coordinate and deliver outreach programs and marketing strategies, arranges visits and tours for prospective students and parents
• Act as the focal contact person for internal coordination of university student recruitment and enrollment processes
• Develop promotional materials and information from the university and its colleges, educational programs and degrees
• Prepares reports and proposals regarding recruitment and outreach activities, and responds to inquiries from students
• Create packages, monitor and distribute resource materials for student recruitment and retention programs
• Develops mentorship programs and analyzes trends in recruitment and retention for MKU
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the section or departmental head

Requirements

Note

All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.  On the cover letter kindly indicate the campus or ODeL Centre.

Deadline 14th December 2023