The University of Namibia (UNAM) is the premier institution of Higher Learning in the country, whose key functions are in line with the standards of universities worldwide. It was established as a tertiary institution by an Act of Parliament in 1992, with its seat in Windhoek, Namibia. Its aims and objectives are to provide higher education, undertake research, to advance and disseminate knowledge, in order to contribute to the social and economic development of Namibia. The vision of UNAM is “To be a future orientated sustainable hub of excellence in higher education and innovation in Africa”. With this, UNAM is poised to gain higher national and international reputation and impact equivalent to that of any top university in the world. UNAM hereby invites vibrant and energetic applicants, who are competent in co-leading UNAM towards attaining the above-mentioned vision, aims and objectives, and, in particular, to be responsible for the functions of the University Registrar’s Office.
Key Responsibilities
- provide support to the Vice Chancellor with regards to university administration, as well as Governance and Compliance.
- The Registrar is the custodian of university statutes and policies and provides strategic advice on matters concerning all statutory committees.
- The Registrar further provides oversight on all aspects of academic administration such as admissions, student records and registration, institutional records, academic scheduling, and ensure effective front line service and support to students, strategic collection and use of enrolment data, data management and analysis, academic policy, and graduation matters.
- The Registrar also serves as Secretary to the governing bodies (Council and Senate) of UNAM.
- Student enrolment, admissions, recruitment management and registration;
- Student transfer, promotion and articulation;
- Student records and academic administration services;
- Academic programmes development;
- Academic governance;
- Corporate governance, compliance and strategic thinking;
- International student recruitment;
- Complex problem-solving and conflict management; and
- Thorough Knowledge of the Higher Education Sector, processes and systems.
- The Registrar reports to the Vice Chancellor.
Requirements
- To be considered eligible, applicants must have achieved excellence and have related experience in both academic and administrative functions, with a sound working knowledge of higher education systems.
- Possession of a PhD from a recognised University;
- Must at least be at the level of Senior Lecturer, Professorship will be an added advantage;
- At least 10 years’ experience in a senior University Administration and/or Academic Leadership position and experience in the development of academic programmes;
- Skills in developing and ensuring implementation of policies and practices;
- Knowledge of and familiarity with all aspects of academic administration;
- Competence to innovate and to promptly solve student academic-administration related problems;
- Student-centeredness;
- Sound knowledge of corporate governance and compliance and Competency in ICT for Management Services.
- Change management
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization and negotiations skills
Salary
attractive salary and fringe benefits
How to Apply
* Copies of identity document / passport (where applicable), degree certificates and other relevant qualifications, certified as true copies with appropriate legal stamps (e.g. from Commissioner of Oaths);
* Full Curriculum Vitae;
* A Vision Statement titled: “My vision on the Role and Functions of the Office of the Registrar to ensure university governance and compliance in a digital era”;
* Names of three referees (and their contact details), preferably with experience in Senior University Leadership or Administration who could be approached to comment on the applicant’s unique attributes and suitability.
Applications must be submitted to: [email protected]
Closing date: 10 April 2026
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