Registrar – Higher Education

About the role

The Registrar will lead the admission, registration, and graduation processes for the college, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. This senior position works closely with faculty, student affairs, and senior management to deliver a seamless student experience.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and regularly review policies and procedures for student admission, registration, and continuing education.
• Lead and manage recruitment, admissions, registration, and graduation operations.
• Ensure compliance with College internal regulations, CAA standards, and other circulars.
• Select, appoint, supervise, and evaluate staff within the Admission and Registration unit.
• Collaborate with department chairs and faculty on transfer requests and academic evaluations.
• Oversee evaluation of prospective student applications against established admission criteria.
• Serve as primary contact for prospective and current students, alumni, faculty, and staff regarding academic programs and policies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records and ensure data integrity.
• Coordinate, evaluate, and certify graduation applications.
• Partner with Head of Student Affairs to plan and organize commencement ceremonies.
• Provide leadership for technology‑based admission and registration solutions.
• Assist with grade appeal procedures and maintain records for non‑credit programs.
• Develop and maintain the academic calendar and semester schedules in coordination with academic leadership.
• Update and publish the Student Handbook with relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in College Council and other governance committees.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3–5 years of senior administrative experience in higher education, preferably with leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, develop policies, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Required skills