Admissions Officer

OVERVIEW

Goshen International University (GIU), a forward-thinking and newly established institution registered by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to join its pioneering team.

GIU is built on the vision of becoming a globally recognised centre for transformative education, research, and innovation, empowering graduates to provide exceptional community leadership.

The university is recruiting for administrative and academic positions as it establishes its core team.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time and Part-Time, depending on the position

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, 8th November 2026

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

2. ADMISSIONS OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY

The Admissions Officer will manage student recruitment, admissions, and enrolment processes in line with GIU policies, ensuring efficiency and compliance with academic standards.

The successful candidate will report to the University Registrar.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Administration, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in higher education administration will be an added advantage.

Experience and Knowledge

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in admissions or student services.
• Knowledge of higher education systems, student records management, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with ICT systems for admissions and enrolment.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in ICT and database management.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Confidentiality and accuracy.
• Interpersonal sensitivity and professionalism.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• A team player with a service-driven attitude.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyse trends in student recruitment and retention programmes.
• Design and implement recruitment programmes targeting potential students and develop strategies for evaluating their effectiveness.
• Prepare admissions advertisements.
• Receive and process admission applications.
• Process selection results.
• Determine admissibility, credit transferability, and residency requirements for new and readmitted undergraduate students.
• Classify and place students into appropriate academic units.
• Organise and coordinate student registration and orientation.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit an application package containing:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Contact numbers and addresses for at least three (3) traceable referees.
• Relevant supporting academic and professional information.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Vice Chancellor

Goshen International University

P.O. Box 31178

Lilongwe 3, Malawi

Email: [email protected]

CLOSING DATE: Sunday, 8th November 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.