DEPUTY REGISTRAR
Mr. Leon Jabulani Hadebe
Deputy Registrar Academic Affairs
Mr. Leon Jabulani Hadebe is a seasoned Academic Administrator with over two decades of experience in higher education. He brings a unique blend of strategic leadership, academic expertise, and exceptional interpersonal skills to the University Community.
Personal Life
Mr. Hadebe is married to Dr. Lillie-Beth Hadebe and is a proud father of four children: Nobuhle, Mbongeni, Sithandweyinkosi, and Methembe.
- Master of Education in Educational Administration, Planning, and Policy Studies (1999-2001), University of Zimbabwe
- Bachelor of Education in Educational Administration, Planning, and Policy Studies (1993-1997), University of Zimbabwe
- Certificate in Education (1981-1985), Gwanda ZINTEC College
- Certificate in Academic Ceremonies Management, ZIMCHE
- Certificate of Attendance in Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, PRAZ
- Strategic thinking and leadership
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently in resolving academic registry issues
- Strong academic and professional qualifications
- Proven experience in academic administration, admissions, and records management
- Deputy Registrar Academic (September 2020 to Date)
- Acting Deputy Registrar Academic (January 2020 to August 2020)
- Senior Assistant Registrar (Admissions and Student Records) (November 2007 to December 2019)
- School Teacher (1985 to December 1992)
- Head of School (1993 to October 2007)
Mission
"To be a hub of excellence in academic registration, admissions, and examinations, supporting the university's vision of world-class education and industrialization."
Vision
"To lead in the management of academic records, admissions, and examinations with integrity, innovation, and teamwork, driving student success and industrial transformation."
Values
- Academic Excellence: We pursue excellence in academic registration, admissions, and examinations with integrity and honesty.
- Innovative Service Delivery: We embrace innovation and technology to enhance our services and drive industrialization.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: We foster mutual respect, teamwork, and effective partnerships to achieve our goals.
- Student-Centricity: We are driven by a passion to fulfil students' dreams and aspirations.
- Ethical Practice: We uphold ethical behaviour and responsible practices in all our endeavours.
The Office of the Deputy Registrar Academic is responsible for the following main functions and activities at the National University of Science and Technology:
- Provide efficient administrative support to the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Vice Chancellors and Registrar in the management of the meetings of Senate and ad-hoc Committees of the National University of Science and Technology.
- Ensures that an official record of actions and decisions of Senate and its statutory committees are maintained.
- Assist the Registrar in the implementation of good governance practices in the institution.
- Develop and Review of Academic Regulations.
- Provide secretarial support to Senate members in respect of correspondence, e-mail and other administrative matters.
- Ensure compliance with ZIMCHE accreditation standards and NUST academic regulations
- Examinations and Assessments: Manage examination process, grading, and academic integrity
- Academic Program Development: Contribute to development and review of academic programs, policies, and procedures
- Collaboration and Partnerships: Foster partnerships with local and international universities and stakeholders
- Leadership and Management: Supervise staff, provide guidance, and ensure effective teamwork
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze and report on academic data to inform decision-making
- To Ensure accuracy and integrity of Students Records
- To implement efficient Record keeping systems
- To ensure examination integrity
- Maintain and update student records
- Register and enrol students
- Verify enrolment and attendance
- Oversee registration process
- Manage academic transcripts
- Assist with course scheduling
- Collaborate with faculty and staff
- Coordinate graduation requirements
- Provide Academic advice to prospective students and stakeholders
- Assist with program planning
Supervise the Governance function of the Institution’s Governance structures, including the development of Regulations and the facilitation and recordkeeping of meetings and decisions, as well as the dissemination thereof.
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