Registrar – Administration and Finance at Africa International University

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META DESCRIPTION: Africa International University is hiring a Registrar – Administration and Finance in Nairobi. The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 7 years of leadership experience. Apply by September 22, 2026.

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REGISTRAR – ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE AT AFRICA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Company: Africa International University (AIU)

Job Title: Registrar – Administration and Finance

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: MBA/MSc/MA, Professional Certification

Experience: At least 7 years

Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit, Administration, Human Resources, Education Management

Salary: Not specified

Posted: September 15, 2026

Application Deadline: September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM

JOB OVERVIEW

Africa International University is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced professional to serve as Registrar – Administration and Finance.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and oversight across the university’s administration, finance, human resources and institutional development functions. The position will support efficient service delivery, financial accountability, regulatory compliance, institutional effectiveness and sustainable growth in line with the university’s mission, vision and strategic objectives.

The Registrar – Administration and Finance will work closely with the Vice-Chancellor, senior management and other university stakeholders in coordinating administrative and financial operations.

ABOUT AFRICA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Africa International University (AIU) is a chartered Christian university in Kenya. The institution began in 1983 as the Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (NEGST), established by the Association of Evangelicals in Africa to provide advanced theological training beyond certificate and diploma levels.

AIU has developed into a university offering higher education within a Christian institutional environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration

- Provide leadership and coordination of administrative services supporting university operations.

- Oversee facilities, security, transport, procurement coordination and general services.

- Develop, implement and periodically review administrative policies and procedures.

- Coordinate institutional committees, statutory meetings and official records.

- Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory and institutional requirements.

Finance

- Provide oversight of financial controls and accountability.

- Promote prudent use of university resources.

- Oversee preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and financial forecasts.

- Ensure timely preparation of management accounts, audited financial statements and statutory returns.

- Liaise with auditors, banks, regulators, donors and other financial stakeholders.

Human Resources

- Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and staff development.

- Support effective performance management and employee relations.

- Ensure implementation of HR policies and staff terms and conditions of service.

- Promote compliance with employment laws and institutional HR policies.

- Support staff welfare, engagement and capacity-building initiatives.

Institutional Development

- Provide strategic direction for institutional development programmes.

- Coordinate strategic planning and performance monitoring.

- Support resource mobilization, partnerships, grants management and donor relations.

- Oversee monitoring and evaluation of institutional development projects.

- Provide oversight of university marketing, branding and public image.

- Support accreditation, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Senior Management and Governance

- Serve as a member of the university’s senior management team.

- Advise the Vice-Chancellor and governing bodies on administration, finance and HR matters.

- Support institutional risk management, internal controls and compliance.

- Promote collaboration between departments and efficient university operations.

- Maintain high standards of ethics, confidentiality and institutional integrity.

- Undertake other duties assigned by the Vice-Chancellor in support of university objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

- A Master’s degree in Administration and Management, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Public Administration or a related field from a recognized university.

- At least 7 years of leadership and management experience.

- Demonstrated experience overseeing finance, administration, institutional development and human resources in a senior or comparable position.

- Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CHRP or equivalent will be an added advantage.

- Experience in institutional management and/or education administration is preferred.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

- Strong institutional management and administrative capability.

- Strategic planning and organizational development skills.

- Strong financial and analytical skills.

- Knowledge of HR practices and employment/labour laws.

- Knowledge of laws and policies applicable to education.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Negotiation and stakeholder-management abilities.

- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

- Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse teams.

- High levels of integrity and ethical judgement.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality.

- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

- Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

- Knowledge of modern management practices.

- Strong people-management and leadership capabilities.

Important: The vacancy states that applicants must be born-again Christians.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The position is suited to a senior management professional with substantial experience in administration, finance, HR and institutional development. The ideal candidate should be capable of coordinating multiple university functions while providing strategic advice to senior leadership and maintaining strong financial, governance and operational controls.

Experience within higher education or another complex institutional environment would be relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

SALARY AND WORK ARRANGEMENT

Salary: Not specified in the vacancy announcement.

Employment: Full Time.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya.

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR APPLICATION

Applicants should prepare a detailed CV that clearly demonstrates:

- Academic and professional qualifications.

- At least seven years of relevant leadership experience.

- Experience in financial management and budgeting.

- Administration and institutional management experience.

- Human resource management experience.

- Strategic planning and institutional development experience.

- Governance, compliance and stakeholder-management experience.

- Relevant professional certifications.

Your cover letter should clearly connect your leadership experience and qualifications to the Registrar – Administration and Finance position.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be emailed to:

recruitment@hrpowerhouse.co.ke

Applicants should include only the following:

1. Cover letter.

2. Detailed resume/CV.

3. Duly filled AIU Job Application Form.

Application Deadline: September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Applicants are advised to ensure that all required documents are included before submitting their application.

JOB SUMMARY

Category| Details

Position| Registrar – Administration and Finance

Company| Africa International University

Location| Nairobi

Job Type| Full Time

Qualification| MBA/MSc/MA, Professional Certification

Experience| 7+ years

Job Field| Finance, Administration, HR, Education Management

Salary| Not specified

Posted| September 15, 2026

Deadline| September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Application Email| recruitment@hrpowerhouse.co.ke

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is the position available at Africa International University?

Africa International University is recruiting a Registrar – Administration and Finance.

2. Where is the position based?

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

3. What qualifications are required?

Applicants require a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as administration and management, finance, accounting, HR management or public administration.

4. How much experience is required?

The vacancy requires at least 7 years of leadership and management experience with relevant responsibility across finance, administration, HR and institutional development.

5. Are professional qualifications required?

CPA, ACCA, CHRP or an equivalent professional certification is listed as an added advantage.

6. What is the application deadline?

Applications must be submitted by September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

7. Where should applications be sent?

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@hrpowerhouse.co.ke.

8. What documents should applicants submit?

The vacancy requests a cover letter, detailed resume and duly completed AIU Job Application Form.

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