REGISTRAR – Fiji National University

Background: 

The purpose of this position is to ensure that the Office of the Registrar promotes access to campus services and maintains timely and accurate records of the progress and accomplishments of students and alumni.  In its role as custodian of records, the Registrar guards the integrity and security of those documents as well as the students’ legitimate rights to access information from them.  The Office of the Registrar supports the educational and administrative responsibilities of academic faculty and professional services staff by gathering and disseminating data efficiently and expediently and by designing and implementing administrative procedures that will ensure the consistent, equitable application of institutional policies and regulations. In all areas, the Office of the Registrar strives to investigate and utilise advanced technologies to accomplish its goals.

Person Specification: 

Essential:

• A earned PhD OR Master’s degree in education, administration, or a related field from a recognised University.
• Significant years of experience in higher education administration, particularly in areas related to student records, registration, academic advising, data management, banner experience.
• Prior experience of working in academic administration at a senior level.
•  Proven leadership in a range of demanding and influential roles.
• Proven experience in leading successful organisational change.
• Extensive experience of working within a regulatory framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to build productive relationships with senior management and external stakeholders. A commitment to the University’s mission and a sound understanding of the operation of the university.
• Experience of managing the development of business systems or service improvements, scoping major IT systems.
• Excellent understanding of the full range of student administration and related services including registry functions, academic records, student admissions and outreach, funding, student data and analysis, examinations and degree conferrals, careers/internships, counselling, student health and welfare, sport, and the student IT experience.

 Desirable:

• Extensive knowledge and experience of the higher education sector in Fiji and a wide-ranging network of contacts within the sector.
• Strategist with the ability to see the big picture clearly, with sound insights, instincts, creativity, flair, and the ability to exploit these qualities in others.
• Able to champion and oversee the Office of the Registrar’s contribution to the University’s strategy and to lead the Division’s strategies and plans.
• Able to maintain an overview of wider strategies and developments that impact upon own area.
• Able to make judgements on significant new problems where precedent may not apply.
• Able to develop innovative solutions and practical implementations for strategic and operational change.
• Inspirational leadership qualities together with evidence of managing successfully and delegating through a non-direct report structure.  Considerable personal presence is required to achieve visibility through a disparate internal and external audience.
• Able to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate strategic plans that reflect and support the priority needs of the University.
• Able to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties.
• Confident communicator able to explain and discuss education and student experience activities within the University.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely and present information to disseminate management information on a regular and timely basis.
• Flexibility to work unusual hours on occasions.
• Have good Knowledge of current technologies in student management database, and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner and work independently while contributing to the team environment
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and takes appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public.
• Ability to relate effectively and sensitively to students and staff from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

Salary: An attractive salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and abilities would be negotiated with the successful applicant.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may contact:

Name: Mr. Dharmendra Chand Email: [email protected]

Name: Miss Joshna Paayal Email: [email protected]

Application Details

All applications are to include:

• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered.

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor).
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address:https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. Director Human Resources or Senior Specialist Human Resource Partnerships (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. [email protected]: For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.