Vacancy title:
Dean of Student Affairs

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Education, Social Services & Nonprofit, Colleges, Universities & Schools]

Jobs at:
Africa Renewal University (AfRU)

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, November 16 2026

Duty Station:
Africa Renewal University main campus | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, November 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Africa Renewal University is a Christian university dedicated to holistic education that develops students academically, spiritually and socially, preparing them to serve and lead with integrity.

Reports to: Director, Community Life

Duty station: Africa Renewal University main campus

Terms: In accordance with university policies and procedures

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dean of Student Affairs provides leadership and oversight of student welfare, development, discipline and co-curricular activities across the University. The office ensures that students receive the support services they need for academic success, personal growth and well-being.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coordinate all student welfare and support services.
• Oversee student discipline, counselling and mentorship programmes.
• Coordinate student leadership structures, including the Student Guild and clubs.
• Ensure effective communication between students and University management.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive campus environment.
• Oversee accommodation, health and other student support services, where applicable.
• Advise management on matters of student development and welfare.
• Coordinate orientation programmes for new students.
• Handle student grievances and conflict resolution processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Master’s degree in Education, Higher Education Management, Counselling, Social Sciences or a related field. A PhD is an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in student affairs, student welfare, higher education administration or related work, part of it at a supervisory level.
• Demonstrated experience in student leadership development, counselling and conflict management.

COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism and commitment to student development.
• Ability to relate well with students, staff and parents from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to the Christian values and mission of Africa Renewal University.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit:

1. A cover letter stating suitability for the position
2. A detailed Curriculum Vitae with contacts of three (3) referees
3. Copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts
4. A copy of the National ID or passport

Applications should be addressed to:

The Director, Human Resources
Africa Renewal University
P.O. Box 35138, Kampala, Uganda

and delivered to the Directorate of Human Resources (as a single PDF, with the subject line “Application – Dean of Student Affairs”).

Deadline: Monday, 16th November 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.

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