Academic Administrative Coordinator

African Leadership University

African Leadership University

Administration
Mauritius
Posted on Sep 5, 2023

ABOUT ALU

ALU is re-imagining university education for the 21st century by applying an innovative approach to tertiary education. We are leveraging modern pedagogy, advanced education technology and global partnerships with leading employers and universities to provide a deeply engaging learning experience. We are building campuses across the continent to deliver this new model of higher education. Our first two campuses —Mauritius and Rwanda— are already open, as is the ALU School of Business and five other hubs in major cities across the continent. Our ultimate objective is to develop 3 million game-changing leaders for Africa and the world by 2060.

HOW WE WORK

As a high-growth start-up, the ALU Team approaches education from first principles, empowers individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and works closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In creating a world class education experience, the Academic Vertical plays an integral role in ensuring our academic operations and regulations are smoothly implemented, communicated and adhered to by all internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff and regulators. The team is made up of various functions, including the Registrar’s Office. You will report to the Registrar and will play an integral role in collaborating with other operational departments to ensure quality within the Registry Operations. This is an in-person role and requires residency in Mauritius.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide operational support to the Registry Operations. This includes managing the class schedule, attendance, student requests and course evaluation processes, and supporting with key events like matriculation, examination preparation and graduation
  • Provide operational support to Student Records. This includes providing support on LMS with course and faculty updates.
  • Sitting on some Academic Senate committees and recording their progress and action items.
  • Work closely with the team to ensure alignment of objectives.
  • Provide general administrative support for the Office.

REQUIREMENTS

  • A Bachelor's degree and at least year’s worth of experience in a junior administrative role. You need to have some experience in operations and project management with proven experience working with multiple stakeholders.
  • Must be able to work on your own with little supervision, and are able to collaborate with others.
  • Have good prioritisation skills.
  • Show a growth mindset and know how to learn on the job.
  • Pay meticulous attention to detail and take comprehensive notes.
  • Able to use appropriate language to communicate verbally and in writing to all stakeholders
  • Have proficiency in using Google Suite including, but not limited to Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides.