Assistant Administrator (Female Hostels) Job in Kenya - MUA

Job Purpose

  • The Assistant Administrator (Female Hostels) will be responsible in coordinating and  overseeing all activities programs in the hostels. She is responsible for managing and  maintaining a friendly environment in which each student can live and learn.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for the health, hygiene and general welfare of the students residing in the halls of residence
  • Attending to all matters of health, sickness, diet, sanitation and cleanliness
  • Ensuring the students observe the rules framed from the guidance and maintenance of decorum
  • In liaison with security officer ensure security of the students in and around the halls of residence
  • Visiting the students at any time in their rooms for their welfare and safety.
  • Supervising the maintenance of the hostel facilities provided and plan for upgrading and maintenance of these facilities in the halls.
  • Arbitrating and or mediating between students disputes thus ensuring good order and behavior
  • Available for “call of duty” whenever required, which provides emergency cover in the evenings and weekends.

  • Assisting the hostel administrator with admission of the new students
  • Addressing grievance and complaints from the students
  • Providing the relevant information about the students whenever it is required.
  • Coordination of provision of health services
  • In liaison with the health officer, offering appropriate first aid support
  • Taking part in implementation of fire drills, crime prevention and health and safety awareness initiatives
  • Responding to on – site emergencies (burst pipes, broken windows, burglaries,  locked out rooms etc.
  • Maintaining accurate records and writing reports to help identify trends that may require action.
  • Coordinating with management in framing policies, rules and regulation
  • Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Knowledge and Experience

  • Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Sciences
  • Must have Excellent Organizational, interpersonal skills and communication skills.
  • Must have Excellent Computer applications: – MS Word, Microsoft Access (Database), MS Power point, MS Excel (Spreadsheet
  • Must have excellent report writing skills
  • Must have excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in student’s affairs department or working with the youth

How to Apply

Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements below should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, daytime telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 9th September 2025. The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employer.

THE VICE – CHANCELLOR
The Management University of Africa
P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI

Email: vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke