Student Affairs Officer - Western Campus

About the role

The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU), the only specialized maritime university in the English-speaking Caribbean, is recruiting a Student Affairs Officer (Level 5) for its Western Campus. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the officer facilitates students' transition to university life and contributes to student relations and recruitment targets, while helping retain students and maximise progression to the next stage of their programme.

Key responsibilities

• Support student activities, student welfare programmes, earn and learn and PATH programmes, and distribute and collect health insurance application forms and cards
• Collaborate with departments and the Alumni Coordinator on recruitment and retention, and liaise with the Students' Union on events
• Maintain student records, safeguard documents and keep complaint and disciplinary records confidential
• Coordinate applications for awards, scholarships and fellowships, and verify that student files are complete
• Prepare reports, correspondence and mailing lists, and draft routine responses
• Organise special functions such as meetings, guest lectures and conferences

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Administrative Management, Business Administration or a related field
• At least three years of experience in a similar capacity
• Knowledge of university courses, programmes and admissions procedures
• Good events planning and management skills

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software
• Excellent communication, human relations and teamwork skills
• Integrity, confidentiality and customer service commitment

Applications with a resume must be sent by October 11, 2026 to the Director/Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration, with only shortlisted candidates contacted.