University Registrar

About the Role

The University Registrar is a key position at Plaksha University, responsible for providing leadership and oversight to all aspects of the Office of the Registrar. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and maintenance of student records, coordinating submissions to accreditation authorities, and maintaining regulatory and statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

- Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and exercising the responsibilities outlined in the Plaksha University Act, along with any additional duties assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.

- Coordinating the UGC approval process by ensuring our programs, faculty, and facilities meet all required criteria as specified by UGC and other statutory bodies.

- Ensuring regulatory and statutory compliance with the Punjab Private Universities Policy, the Plaksha University Act, UGC regulations, and other relevant laws. This includes developing and implementing policies to maintain compliance.

- Participating in and coordinating standing committees, including organizing meetings, distributing notices, circulating minutes, and maintaining records.

- Collaborating with the Office of Academics to ensure the accuracy and maintenance of student records, including registration, enrolment, grades, and transcripts, in accordance with university policies and legal requirements. Issuing certificates and letters to students as needed.

- Acting as the custodian of university records, including MOUs, Gazette Notifications, appointment letters, departmental communications, and meeting minutes.

- Ensuring the security and privacy of all student and university records.

Requirements

- 15+ years of experience in higher education which can include 7+ years of experience as an Assistant Professor or above with experience in educational administration OR

- 15+ years of administrative experience with at least 8+ years in Registrar's office. Could be currently designated as Registrar or Deputy Registrar.

- Master's degree with at least 55% or equivalent grade of 'B' as per UGC 7-point scale, along with a good academic record.

- Excellent administrative record, strong eye for detail, rigour of adherence to regulatory and policy compliance.

- Excellent communication skills and familiarity with Microsoft Suite

- Prior experience of coordinating UGC approvals for a new university would be a plus.

What We Offer

- A mission-driven challenging workplace with the chance to interact with some of the finest minds across academia and industry.

- The opportunity to be part of one of the largest collective philanthropic efforts to reimagine higher education and train the next generation of technology leaders.

- An open and transparent work culture that promotes our values C.R.E.A.T.E. (Curious, Rigorous, Enterprising, Authentic, Thankful and Exemplary), enabling people to be their best selves.

- A chance to be part of a truly inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives, fostering innovation and growth. We champion inclusivity, promote personal and professional development, and strive to recruit and retain individuals from historically underrepresented and diverse groups, recognizing that diverse talent brings a range of experiences, expertise, and knowledge.