A LITTLE ABOUT US Since 2015, Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC) has passionately trained and influenced young and aspiring hoteliers to shape one of the oldest industries since time. We believe in offering life-long learning that is innovative, with hands-on-the-practical skills that can be utilized to offer solutions to our world’s most dynamic and ever-changing industry. This mantra has sailed us through to be a TVET Centre of Excellence for Hospitality Training and marks just the beginning of an incredible journey ahead.
We’re also rooted in our Purpose and guided by our Values, which include Professionalism, Passion, Growth and Timeliness. We recognize that the only way we can achieve this Purpose is to work with and engage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities and industry we serve. By creating an inclusive work environment where all feel like they belong and are respected for their unique contributions to our mission, this purpose can easily shape into a reality.
In addition to the requirements below, we recognize that people come with diverse talents and experiences beyond the scope indicated and as such, we still encourage you to apply.
YOUR POSITION WITH BIHC: STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER
HOW YOU WILL FIT INTO OUR MISSION We pride in being a small community that ensures that every participant is known at an individual level in order to understand their specific needs and constantly assess that these needs are met. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization, we are keen to:
Demonstrate our ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and
Enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of systems, including processes for improvement and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL DO AT BIHC Reporting to the Head of Academic Affairs, the Student Affairs Officer is responsible for carrying out the school’s non-academic and behavioral programs and serving as a liaison between the college administration and student organizations, such as student council. As a professional educator he/she understands and responds to the challenges presented by today’s diverse student population. He|she will provide proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to support the students’ academic achievement, personal and social development. He/She will work cooperatively with the principal, faculty, staff, students and parents towards a positive school climate. Scope of the role:
Student non-academic performance
Counselling
Planning & executing extra-curricular activities
Student safety and health
Your key Responsibilities:
Maintain standards of student behavior designed to command respect and minimize college and classroom interruptions.
Responsible for individual counselling of students in various aspects and group counseling on selection of social activities and use of leisure time to mold behavior and guiding them to access sources of specialist advice and support as appropriate.
Responsible for students’ welfare, from entry|admission to exit|graduation.
Responsible for development, scheduling and administration of student’s engagement, co-curricular and entertainment programs to prevent overlapping.
Take part in student orientation programs with other members of staff.
Responsible for career development plans through career talks by employers and professionals.
Responsible for mentoring programs through talk, career counsel and placement for students ready for employment.
Responsible for management of the alumni programs for the college.
Responsible for students PAE in consultation with lecturers, encouraging academic success and monitoring students who are struggling in class,
Make references and recommendations for employment of students who have successfully completed their courses,
Coordinate preparation and publishing of student affairs calendar.
Coordinate and handle discipline-related processes and procedures on students.
THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Minimum requirements on Education and Experience:
An undergraduate degree in Psychology & Counselling or equivalent with at least 5 years teaching experience at an institution of higher learning, 2 of which must be at a leadership role and managing students at an institution of higher learning.
Membership of a professional Body
Demonstrate continuing professional development
Sound knowledge and understanding of best practice locally and internationally in regards to teaching, learning, assessment and quality improvement
Successful and motivational leadership, with an inclusive leadership style, and with experience of leading change
A deep understanding of commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry
Successful record of developing and sustaining partnerships and networks with external organizations and other bodies locally and internationally
Thorough understanding and experience of quality improvement processes in learning institutions
Extensive knowledge and experience of education and issues and challenges facing the sector
Key Skills and Personal Attributes
Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and delivering strategic plans to ensure future institutions success
Demonstrated people leadership and management skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and partnership skills for working in a complex multi stakeholder environment
Ability and experience of developing and leading significant institutional change
Commercial ability and success in generating institutional growth
Excellent judgement with the ability to balance risks and opportunities
Ability to resolve conflicts
An absolute commitment to upholding the college values in particular, commitment:
to prioritize the needs of students
to act with integrity, authenticity and respect at all times
to secure continuous improvement and excellence
to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential
demonstrated commitment to continuous personal developmentto improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction.
HOW YOU CAN JOIN US: Apply strictly through https://www.redcross.or.ke/Careers and or https://www.bihc.ac.ke/career so as to reach us not later than Thursday 15th February 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Job disclaimer and notification: BIHC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
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