Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University
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Office of the Vice Chancellor

Executive leadership, institutional direction and representation of the University.

University Office

Mandate and Overview

The Office of the Vice Chancellor provides overall academic, administrative and strategic leadership to Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University. The Vice Chancellor is the chief executive and academic officer of the University and is responsible for coordinating implementation of decisions of the University Council and Senate.

Administration Block, SUMAIT Main Campus, Chukwani
Office Leadership

Associate Prof. Msafiri M. Mshewa

Vice Chancellor

The Vice Chancellor leads the University in fulfilling its mission in teaching, research, innovation and community engagement while safeguarding good governance, quality, accountability and institutional sustainability.

Core Responsibilities

Major functions coordinated by this office.

Strategic Leadership

Provides institutional direction and coordinates implementation of the University strategic plan.

Governance Coordination

Implements decisions of Council and Senate and ensures effective coordination of University organs.

Academic Leadership

Safeguards academic standards and promotes quality teaching, research and innovation.

External Relations

Represents the University and strengthens partnerships with government, regulators, donors and institutions.

Compliance and Accountability

Ensures compliance with the Charter, laws, policies, standards and regulatory requirements.

Institutional Development

Promotes resource mobilisation, infrastructure development and sustainable institutional growth.

Services and Enquiries

Areas where students, staff and stakeholders may seek assistance.

Official institutional correspondence

Coordination of high-level correspondence and official University communication.

Strategic partnership coordination

Engagement with institutional partners, regulators, sponsors and development stakeholders.

University policy and executive coordination

Follow-up of major institutional policies, decisions and strategic initiatives.

Documents and Downloads

Policies, forms, notices and office documents.

No published documents yet.

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Need Assistance?

Use the University contact page or visit the office during working hours.

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