Linked Global University College (LGUC) continues to expand its footprint as a forward-looking institution dedicated to excellence in higher education, professional development, and innovation. In recent years, the University has positioned itself as a dynamic hub for specialised programmes in sports, hospitality, and artificial intelligence, fields that are reshaping economies and transforming human-capital demands across Africa and beyond. This institutional trajectory is underpinned by a commitment to academic quality, sector-relevant training, and an inclusive ethos that reflects LGUC’s aspiration to cultivate future leaders equipped for complex global challenges.
Against this backdrop of growth and strategic repositioning, the role of the Registrar has become central to the University’s operational and academic advancement. The Registrar is expected to serve as a key architect of institutional strategy, governance, and educational delivery, ensuring that LGUC’s vision is translated into robust systems, vibrant partnerships, and high-performing academic structures. As the University deepens its engagement with industry, regulatory bodies, and international collaborators, the Registrar’s leadership will be critical in sustaining quality assurance processes, strengthening compliance, and driving innovation across multiple directorates.
This introduction accompanies the detailed Job Accountability Statement and Person Specification for the Registrar position. It outlines LGUC’s ambition to attract an individual whose leadership philosophy aligns with the institution’s mission and whose professional expertise can support the University’s next phase of development. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative educational pathways, build strategic alliances, and champion institutional excellence at a pivotal moment in LGUC’s evolution. The advert reads:
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LGUC Registrar Job Accountability Statement & Person Specification
This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact. You will have overall accountability for the Education and Research Directorate, including accreditation, partnerships, research, events and policy, funded projects, publishing and content, as well as marketing and communications.
We are recruiting a dedicated individual who is passionate about sports, believes in the vision and mission of LGUC, and is committed to leading our growth.
You do not need to have expertise in every area—let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage applications from candidates from the global majority to help diversify our workforce. We’re looking for someone who is motivated by our vision and passionate about driving our growth.
| Job Title: LGUC Registrar | ||
| Grade: Senior | Post Number: 02 | |
| Directorate: Management | Team: Academic Team | |
| Responsible to: | LGUC Registrar | |
| Responsible for: | N/A | |
| Contact with: | A broad range of internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, students, lecturers, Academic Board. | |
| Purpose of job: | The role will articulate the vision, mission and ethos of the university and inspire and empower internal and external stakeholders and the teaching profession to achieve the vision. The role will lead the growth of three core income streams: Sports Programs Hospitality Programs Artificial Intelligent (AI) | |
| Principle Accountabilities: The registrar will provide academic and operational leadership to the teams responsible for delivery at the Accra Abelemkpe campus; ensure the quality of delivery is conducted in accordance with the procedures set out in the GETC and LGUC Handbook of Quality Assurance processes for taught courses; drive enhancements to ensure that student outcomes and experience are exceptional; be responsible for the compliance of all associated legislation and regulations, oversee scholarly activity and research, and liaise with the VVU and GTEC in respect of all operational, academic management and development matters. The Registrar will work with the executive leadership team to develop and oversee implementation of the organisation’s strategy and to lead the education directorate to deliver the strategy. In association with the registrar and other members of the executive council advisory leadership and senior management teams, the role will advise on partnerships, funded education projects, policy, events, publishing and content, marketing and communications. This would be an ideal opportunity for an ambitious individual to inspire and empower stakeholders and the teaching profession to achieve the LGUC mission. You will: Provide powerful and inspirational leadership across the campus, working collaboratively with the management team, and external stakeholders.Articulate and implement the vision to drive forward continuous improvement and enable the campus to achieve the aspirational targets for student outcomes and contractual targets for student progressionWork closely with the University president, council, Business Development and Student Recruitment teams to implement a strategic approach to the partnership, including developing new joint courses and progression routes of pathway programmes to that maximise recruitment opportunities.Attend and actively contribute to relevant university partnership Boards and committees and work with university colleagues through approved liaison points and report regularly on these through the centre deliberative and management structuresMaintain high academic standing and lead by example building on publication record and professional engagement.Ensure that staff feedback mechanisms are effectively used to motivate all staff to contribute to ensuring the best possible student outcomes and student experience.Ensure all persons employed are suitably qualified, trained, honest and experienced and carry out their duties in a professional manner in line with applicable laws in Ghana and regulations.Recruit academic staff with the appropriate qualifications and experience to comply with accreditation conditions and ensure they have appropriate workload allocation and access to staff development and research opportunities.Work collaboratively with many of the team across the education sector, supporting the growth of partnerships in the sector.be part of the team driving the organisation forward at an exciting time for the future of the University.Provide keynote speeches as required for the LGUC, building on teaching experience and practice. Attend and contribute as required at speaking events, important functions, sector events and meetings across the country and abroad.Work with registrar to develop and manage senior strategic relationships with the GTEC, devolved governments, other sector bodies as directed by the Council Board.Exemplify the importance of professional learning, especially sustained enquiry leading to accreditation.Maintain detailed understanding of the wider education policy landscape and support our Public Relations dept in commenting to the media.Development industry relation with sports, hospitality and AI organizations in Ghana and abroad Work with registrar to lead the University income growth from funded projects, seeking new opportunities and work with the Registrar and Director of Finance to ensure that new opportunities have robust commercial model.Ensure the quality of delivery of franchised courses is conducted in accordance with the procedures set out in the MoU and programs Handbook of Quality Assurance processes for taught coursesEnsure the design and delivery of all Study Group courses are conducted with reference to and according to LGUC, GTEC and relevant external agencies’ quality frameworks, policies, procedures and codes of practice. Organisational Planning & Strategy Construct and ensure the delivery of the Campus Partnership Development Plan.Create effective internal partnerships with key stakeholders from Study Group’s Central Operations Teams; including Education & Student Experience, HR, Finance, IT, Estates, Data Team, Sales and Marketing, and Quality Assurance & Engagement.Effectively deal with serious incidents and crises, taking the lead where appropriate and following escalation protocols.Address any day-to-day issues that arise (including the student or staff disciplinary process suspension, chair hearings or deliver outcomes), working with colleagues across the campus, the University, Study Group and externally in order to identify solutions and resolve problems effectively and efficientlyBe accountable the key performance indicators in academic areas to demonstrate its effectiveness in achieving the centre’s business objectives and manage performance Support the president to lead the implementation of the strategy, ensuring that KPIs are met / action is taken to course correct, and provide day-to-day guidance and long-term strategic direction for all employees within the UniversityOversee the University existing and new products and services, ensuring that they are of the highest standard, and are informed by research and impact evaluationSupport the internal retention of students, effectively utilising the network links and partnerships to create opportunities for all students.Establish the course committee and Student Panel and run and chair these as agreed with the GTEC, ensuring minutes are taken and copies provided to GTEC as required.Work closely with student recruitment team, administration and IT team to analyse data and feedback from a wide variety of sources to monitor progress towards progression targets, planning and implementing remedial actions where necessary, supporting the relevant centre teams to achieve this.Work with the President and lead on the Annual Evaluation Process, preparing the Annual Evaluation Reports for submission to the council and GTEC and ensuring records are kept to participate effectively in any QAA reviews. Leadership Lead the planning, management and delivery of all the academic programmes and courses to ensure they are conducted in accordance to validation and lead to the best possible student outcomes and student experience.Provide leadership to ensure that the campus seeks opportunities to introduce new courses and products as appropriate to the strategic Partnership Development Plan.Work with the Executive Leadership Team to shape the organisational business plan, in partnership with programs head and the Council, supported by a clear budget and plan for income generation.Advise on the education content of internal and external communicationsProvide overall accountability and leadership in a range of areas including Teaching, publishing, content, research, accreditation status and other professional learning and partner institutions accreditation statusReport to the Council as required and be the Executive Leadership Team representative for relevant committees and ensure they have the reports and data needed to make informed decisions for the College.Provide leadership and development of individuals within the team, including setting clear objectives, responsibilities, performance standards and development goals and managing these accordingly – through informal coaching and feedback and formal discussions including regular one to ones and appraisalsUndertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post as directed by managers. | ||
| Essential Experience and knowledge Requirements: Awareness of and compliance with Health and Safety legislation and policy as relevant to the post. An understanding of the Ghana Education, Equality and Diversity policies and a commitment to organization growth. Be committed and adhere to the safety of young and vulnerable adults that we come into contact within our service delivery. Ability to support staff and students and demonstrate empathy. Teaching expertise – experience of working with teachers and higher education, leaders in a range of contexts, ideally with a focus on professional learning Highly credible, increasingly respected profile (including in public speaking) and a strong network within the education sector Significant professional experience including a senior leadership role and interactions with board level executives or equivalent Ability to motivate and inspire the whole staff team to consistently deliver quality services and develop a high-performance culture Be future focused able to make strategic decisions and deliver capabilities ahead of the institution business requirements as well as in response to them Skills Excellent and adaptable communication skills Strong autonomy and accountability Strategic thinker and results-driven Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good attention to detail Excellent influencing and negotiating skills Articulate, and literate – able to express complex concepts both verbally and written down Highly effective organisational skills, with ability to manage a very demanding and varied workload Calm and resilient with a warm sense of humour and ability to work well under pressure Highly numerate (desirable) Desirable Strong academic skills e.g. at PhD / Master’s level An appreciation of the drivers of company profitability and cost management Experience of financial management, risk management and strategic business planning Experience of successfully identifying and securing funding bids Experience of successfully leading the delivery of multidisciplinary projects, programmes or organisational initiatives of significant size or impact. | |||
| Skills & Attributes Sought | Essential | Desirable | |
| Knowledge | IT Literate to a good standardUnderstanding benefits of physical activity on an individual basis Knowledge in wellbeing | Risk Assessment awareness. Knowledge in sports and wellbeingTrain the trainer | |
| Education | PHD, Masters or equivalent | Qualification in sports performance/science or development.Leadership and Management Qualification coaching or leadership.Fitness Instructor Qualification | |
| Previous Experience | Experience of working in a higher education management environment with an emphasis on improving levels of education growth | Activity coordinator experience Working in sports sector Behavioural change technics and motivational strategies | |
| Skills | An effective listener that demonstrates an understanding of people’s needs. Able to build inclusive relationships with a diverse range of people.Must be confident communicating with customers and colleagues across internal and external partnersExcellent communication & Customer relationship skillsAbility to network and work in partnership with others. Good organisation and time management skillsAbility to plan work in a logical way. Work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.Ability to work unsupervised and to use own initiative. Positive, energetic, and self-motivated attitude.Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing needs and situations | ||
| Other | Ability to demonstrate commitment to LGUC core values and behaviours (“the LGUC Way”) · A commitment to delivering LGUC Strategic Plan ·Full Driving License · Able to work evenings/weekends | ||
| Prepared by: Bernard Nana Adu-Gyebi | Date: December 2025 | ||
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Please note :
- A Job Accountability Statement is issued as a guide to help you to understand the duties of your job. It may be varied from time to time to meet new working requirements. It does not form part of your Contract of Employment.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the in Ghana. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
- We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success
- Deadline and interview: Applications close at 08:00 on Monday 5th December 2025. There will be a two-stage interview process, involving a task and presentation. First round interview (online) – Tuesday 9th December or Friday 12th December
- Second round interview (in person, the London office) – Monday 15th January 2026. Please apply here by uploading your CV and cover letter to [email protected] Please use the guidance when writing your cover letter. We encourage you to apply promptly as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may complete the process earlier than expected if an excellent candidate is identified at an early stage.
- At Linked Global University College Systems, is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.