Our client, The Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) Zanzibar/Tanzania seeks to recruit a Planning Officer from suitably qualified and competent individuals with excellent credentials
The role of Planning Officer is to assist in the planning, development and delivery of agreed aspects of the Marketing and Planning, widening access, community engagement activities and student recruitment activities for the University. As part of a team, the Planning Officer will assist with the development, implementation and continual improvement of the University’s planning, quality and risk systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing Technical expert on university plans, programs and projects.
- Assisting DVC Administration in preparing short term plans and ensuring resources allocation.
- Co-coordinating and controlling plans as well as effective and efficient utilization of marketing strategies.
- Co-coordinating Preparation of project write ups.
- Planning developments of various structures at the University Campus e.g. Halls of residence, staff housing, offices, roads, etc.;
- Plans, develop, implements, and coordinates strategic operational of marketing, and administrative programs, projects, and/or services of broad significance to the University.
- Establishes and implements short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement.
- Determines need and plans, develops, and assesses a wide range of integrated communications strategies and programs for and on behalf of the organization’s principal executive.
- Provides strategic advice and consultation to leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of modifications and enhancements to existing operations, and systems.
- Develops and manages annual capital and/or operating budgets; overseas, monitors, and coordinates program budgets as appropriate.
- Recommends and participates in the development of university policies and procedures; may serve on university planning and policy-making committees.
Academic Qualifications
- Be holder of Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Development Planning and Management, Project Planning and Management or other relevant field of Social Science Studies.
- Master degree of Planning, Business Administration, Development Planning and Management or other related field could be an added advantage.
Work Experience
- At least three (3) years in the same field in higher learning Institution or larger public/private organizations.
Skills and Competencies
- Solid knowledge of marketing and planning techniques, and principles.
- Good understanding of market research techniques, statistical and data analysis methods
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Good knowledge of internet security and data privacy principles
- Skills in Planning and budget preparation and fiscal management.
- Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Knowledge and understanding of integrated program planning, marketing, development, and administration within a private institution environment.
- Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
- Employee development and performance management skills.
- Knowledge of faculty and/or staff hiring procedures
How to Apply:
If you believe you meet the role specifications and can clearly demonstrate your abilities, please submit your application, including a cover letter, authentic certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, your curriculum vitae, as well telephone contacts of three (3) referees who can speak of your competence, character and integrity.
Email your application to: recruitment@eaglehr.co.ke to be received by not later than May 1, 2025.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to diversity, inclusion and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
Only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.