In a transformative leap for higher education in Pakistan, the Karachi Metropolitan University (KMU) has established itself as a leading institution of learning under the Sindh Assembly Act No. LIV of 2023. This public sector university, in collaboration with the Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC) and Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, is on a mission to deliver top-tier education, foster innovation, and contribute to the socio-economic and cultural development of Karachi and beyond.
KMU is focused on offering a wide range of demand-driven academic programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate levels. These programs are designed to meet international standards through strong academic partnerships with universities across North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other regions of the world. The institution aims to create globally recognized graduates equipped to compete and thrive in today’s challenging professional landscape.
Key Positions Vacant at Karachi Metropolitan University
1. Registrar (Contractual – 03 Years)
Role Overview:
The Registrar’s duties include managing academic and administrative functions, maintaining records of meetings and key decisions, organizing university operations such as accreditation processes, human resource management, legal affairs, and convocation ceremonies. Moreover, the Registrar will oversee the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with university policies and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the university’s academic records, including student data and statutory body meetings.
- Supervising accreditation processes and handling legal and security matters.
- Coordinating university operations such as convocation ceremonies and academic elections.
- Leading HR functions, including recruitment, personnel management, and conflict resolution.
- Maintaining and improving administrative processes to ensure efficiency.
Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates for this role must possess an 18-year master’s degree, preferably a PhD, with a minimum of 17 years of experience at BPS-17 or an equivalent grade.  Ideal candidates should have strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, along with substantial knowledge of university governance and academic operations.
2. Controller of Examinations (Contractual – 03 Years)
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and schedule university examinations and ensure compliance with academic policies.
- Oversee the issuance of degrees, transcripts, and certifications.
- Manage examination invigilation, preventing malpractice and ensuring fairness.
- Coordinate with faculties to maintain academic standards during exams.
- Maintain and secure student records, ensuring the integrity of the examination system.
Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must have an 18-year master’s degree with a minimum of 17 years of experience at BPS-17 or its equivalent in public
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the criteria are encouraged to submit their detailed CVs, copies of academic documents, experience certificates, two references, and recent photographs by November 2, 2024. Applications should include a 250-word statement outlining the candidate’s strategic approach to the role they are applying for and how they can contribute to the effective management of the university.
Applications can be sent to the Human Resource Department at:
- Karachi Metropolitan University
- Block N, North Nazimabad, Karachi
- Email: hrm@umk.edu.pk
- Phone: 021-36670001
Candidates working in public institutions should apply through proper channels. KMU reserves the right to accept or reject any application without providing a reason.
Conclusion
The vacant senior positions of Registrar and Controller of Examinations are opportunities for experienced professionals to contribute to the university’s vision and mission of providing world-class education. By joining KMU, successful candidates will play a key role in shaping the institution’s future, fostering academic excellence, and ensuring operational efficiency.
For those passionate about higher education governance, these roles offer the chance to make a significant impact on the academic landscape of Karachi and beyond.
