Gisele Gihozo
Kigali, Gasabo
Summary
Highly dedicated employee with 10 years of experience and desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage complex administrative processes, facilitate student placements, and implement policies to enhance academic and career outcomes. Adept at working effectively both supervised or unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. A collaborative team player with a focus on achieving organizational goals and fostering student success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Affairs Coordinator
CMU-Africa
Kigali
09.2022 - Current
- Create and manage course schedules, including classroom assignments
- Schedule midterm, project, and final examinations and invigilation
- Coordinate course schedules and academic affairs with the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department in Pittsburgh, and other Pittsburgh offices as needed
- Create and maintain the CMU-Africa academic affairs calendar
- Manage information flow, deadlines, tracking, and reminders
- Manage the teaching assistant recruitment process
- Manage website update process related to academics, including course descriptions and course catalog update to name a few
- Ensure and keep track of complete and registered syllabi as well as assist with the new course proposal or course update processes
- Maintain academic program materials, data reports, and records
- Manage library, laboratory, and instructional resources such as books and lab supplies
- Coordinate the exchange program process
- Provide project management support for academic affairs projects
- Contribute to cross-functional work teams, projects, and initiatives
- Serve as principal administrative contact and liaison with internal constituents for academic affairs
- Monitor and respond to the Academic Affairs mailbox.
Associate Registrar
African Leadership University
Kigali
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed student records and processes using Salesforce, overseeing matriculation, registration, and enrollment
- Designed templates for official administrative documents and managed issuance of academic records such as transcripts and degrees
- Facilitated changes to degree programs and processed credit transfer requests
- Collaborated with finance, tech, and quality assurance teams to manage tuition payments, enhance Student Information System, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Generated student data reports for stakeholders
- Accurately recorded students' grades on our system
- Tracked student progress and advised Assessment Board accordingly, liaising with Learning Support Services for academic development plans
- Oversaw student registration and enrollment on the Learning Management System (Canvas)
- Co-created and implemented policies on academic standing, data protection, and information management
- Led academic planning for student graduations, including degree verification and eligibility auditing
- Served on key university committees such as Assessment Board, Admissions, and Academic Integrity Committees.
Global Health Corps Fellow
University of Global Health Equity
Kigali
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Conducted technical research to support the development of course content for the MGHD program
- Screened students' papers for plagiarism through Turnitin
- Collaborated with the Teaching & Learning team to integrate technical content into various aspects of course delivery, including pre-class assignments, instruction sequences, post-class assignments, and assessment tools
- Designed and implemented program- and course-specific evaluation mechanisms to continuously assess and enhance the effectiveness of the MGHD program
- Monitored and tracked student attendance and participation to ensure engagement and progress
- Published and managed student materials on the online Learning Management System (LMS) platform, Populi.
Careers Department Lead
Kepler College
Kigali
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Spearheaded job and internship placement initiatives, facilitating over 100 successful placements and advancing students' careers
- Developed and managed internship and job posting platforms to provide students with relevant opportunities
- Executed two highly successful Career Fair events, fostering invaluable networking for students and employers
- Implemented and oversaw internship and employment tracking systems to optimize student placements
- Crafted and enforced comprehensive internship and employment policies aligned with industry and school standards
- Designed and implemented four dynamic modules, enhancing student readiness for the workforce
- Delivered engaging class sessions across various subjects, equipping students with essential skills and provided timely, constructive feedback on competency-based assignments to facilitate student growth
- Collaborated closely with the Academic Campus Director to ensure seamless student transitions to internships/jobs
- Collaborated with the Academic Campus Director to transition students from the classroom to internships/jobs
- Facilitated a feedback loop with employers to enhance on-the-job learning opportunities
- Provided personalized coaching to students navigating career choices and job challenges
- Supervised and mentored two course facilitators and student workers, empowering them to support students effectively.
Employer Relations Assistant
Kepler College
Kigali
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Facilitated job and internship placements for over 50 students who met job/internship readiness criteria
- Managed tracking of students' internships/jobs and contributed to the development and dissemination of job/internship descriptions
- Played a key role in the management of the Employer Relations Department, including coordination of guest speakers and organization of two student networking events
- Established and maintained documentation of employer partnerships and internship/employment tracking systems to streamline processes
- Contributed to the creation and refinement of internship policies
- Coordinated a comprehensive database of full-time employed students pre- and post-graduation
- Provided personalized support to students facing challenges in securing employment opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Concentration in Business -
Southern New Hampshire University, Through Kepler College
Kigali, Rwanda06-2016
MBA - Business Administration
Kigali Independent University
Kigali, RwandaSkills
- Excellent Interpersonal, Communication, and Partnership Building: Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Career Placement: Proven track record of successfully facilitating student career placements
- Project Management: Proficient in planning, organizing, and executing projects to achieve desired outcomes
- Teamwork and Autonomy: Skilled in collaborating with team members while also capable of working autonomously to meet objectives
- Proficient in Various Platforms: such as Salesforce, Canvas, Populi, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite, enhancing productivity and collaboration
- Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting: Ability to gather, analyze, and present data effectively to inform decision-making processes
- Creating Data Recording Systems: Experienced in designing and implementing data recording systems to capture and utilize relevant information
- Attention to Detail and Critical Thinking: Keen eye for detail coupled with strong critical thinking skills to identify and address complex issues
- Written and Spoken Communication: Strong proficiency in both written and verbal communication
- Multitasking: Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
- Scheduling and calendar management
Timeline
Academic Affairs Coordinator
CMU-Africa
09.2022 - Current
Associate Registrar
African Leadership University
08.2018 - 08.2022
Global Health Corps Fellow
University of Global Health Equity
07.2017 - 07.2018
Careers Department Lead
Kepler College
07.2016 - 06.2017
Employer Relations Assistant
Kepler College
10.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Concentration in Business -
Southern New Hampshire University, Through Kepler College
MBA - Business Administration
Kigali Independent University
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