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Nariman L. — Senior Higher Education Administrator from South Africa

Nariman L.

Senior Higher Education Administrator

South Africa 6+ years
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Nariman L. is an accomplished higher education professional with over two decades of experience in the sector, currently serving as the Deputy Registrar at Cornerstone Institute. With a proven track record in teaching and learning, academic administration, and strategic program coordination, Nariman excels in managing institutional processes across student affairs, curriculum development, and policy implementation. As Deputy Registrar since February 2022, he oversees operations in student admissions, registrations, and graduations while ensuring compliance with the Higher Education Act. His role involves facilitation of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) processes, contributing to seamless academic operations and transformation initiatives. Previously, as the Provincial Lead at Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute, he managed HIV and GBV prevention programs, demonstrating his ability to negotiate with funders and liaise with community leaders. Additionally, Nariman has been involved in editing and proofreading academic texts, showcasing his detail-oriented nature. He holds a Master of Philosophy in Education, specializing in Adult Education, underscoring his commitment to academic excellence and quality assurance.

Experience

  • DEPUTY REGISTRAR

    CORNERSTONE INSTITUTE · 2022 — Present
    Oversee operations related to student admissions, registrations, graduations, and certification. Manage a team of student success coaches. Ensure compliance with the Higher Education Act and prepare documentation for audits and accreditation. Design and facilitate RPL for Access short courses, assess portfolios, and maintain liaison with departmental Heads of Departments. Review and approve CAT applications and develop articulation agreements with other institutions.

  • Provincial Lead, Western Cape and Free State

    WITS REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND HIV INSTITUTE (WitsRHI) · 2020 — 2022
    Managed relationships with funders, specifically USAID, and liaised with the Departments of Health and Education. Negotiated contracts and collaborated with facility managers for resources while supporting community-based teams.

  • Managing Director

    RESOURCE AND DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION · 2004 — 2009
    Designed and facilitated community leadership programmes while mentoring community leaders. Built capacity for both the foundation and client organizations through strategic planning and project management. Oversaw operational management, including administrative and financial functions.

  • Consultant/Contract/Part-time work

    various organizations · 2001 — 2005
    Worked with the National Botanical Institute to develop financial and administrative systems. Mentored emerging contractors in the Wetlands Programme on personal and business skills. Provided freelance training on business development for Engen contractors and engaged in various teaching contracts at UCT and UWC in adult education and project management.

  • Office Manager

    Environmental Monitoring Group · 1998 — 2001
    Designed and implemented financial and administrative systems, including training and managing administrative staff.

  • Office Manager

    Extra-Mural Education Project · 1996 — 1998
    Oversaw the design and implementation of financial and administrative systems.

  • Management and Administration

    Community Development Resource Association · 1992 — 1995
    Managed capacity-building programmes focused on training and developing community organizations.

  • Company Secretary

    M Brey & Associates, Chartered Accountants · 1987 — 1992
    Initially worked as an administrator and progressed to managing the Company Secretarial department and administrative staff.

Skills & Expertise

Training and EducationEditing and Proofreading

Education

  • Regional Middle Management Development Programme
    Cape Higher Education Consortium · 2013 — Present
  • M.Phil in Education (Adult Education)
    University of Cape Town · — — 2007
  • Foundations in Development Practice
    Community Development Resource Association · 2006 — Present
  • Advanced Certificate in Adult Education
    University of Cape Town · 2003 — Present
  • Certificate in Adult Education
    University of Cape Town · 1999 — Present
  • Diploma: Company Secretary
    INTEC College · 1993 — Present

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