Sr. Dr. Alari Okello Jacklyne

Academic Qualification

Institution [ Date from – to ]	Degree(s) or Diploma(s) obtained:
Kenya School of Government, October 2024- December 2024	Senior Management Course
Association of African Universities and OBREAL Global, 2022-2023	Diploma, Harmonization Accreditation and Quality Assurance in African Higher Education (HAQAA2) MOOC series on African Regional Continental Integration and Cooperation in Higher Education
EPHPATHA: Guadalupe Ministry to the Deaf, 2021-2022	Kenya Sign Language
Universidad Empresarial De Costa Rica, 2015-2018	Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education Administration & Leadership
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa,2011-2012	Master of Education in Educational Administration and Planning
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa,2007-2011	Bachelors of Education (Science) (Biology & Mathematics)

Field of Specialization

Education Administration & Leadership

Membership of Professional Bodies

- Africa Research Innovation and Development Network (AFRID Network)
- East African Higher Education Quality Assurance Network (EAQAN)
- Kenya Universities Quality Assurance Network (KuQAn)
- Association of Academic Registrars of Universities in Kenya (AARUK)

Professional Services

Date from to	Institution, Location (City, Country)	Person Responsible To	Position	Responsibilities/Duties
2024-To date	Kibabii University	Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and Student Affairs)	Registrar (Academic Affairs)	Implementation of policy guidelines in the Academic Affairs Department Ensure the Academic Affairs Department operates effectively and efficiently in line with the Vision and Mission of the University Ensure effective and efficient coordination and implementation of activities in the Academic Affairs Department Ensure integrity, accuracy, and security of all academic records of current and former students Facilitate effective student registration and enrolment Build secure student data files and set policy and procedure for their secure use Maintain up-to-date course schedule, catalogue, and final examination schedule Manage efficient use of classrooms and supervise programme audit systems Supervise the process of articulation of transfer of credits, graduation, and certification of the University’s degrees, enrolment and degree verification, production of official transcripts, diplomas, and commencement ceremonies Counsel and advise students and staff on academic matters Interpret and enforce policies and regulations of the University Senate and Deans Committee Provide secretariat services to committees of Senate Exercise such other powers, perform such other official duties, and discharge such other academic functions, as are assigned to you by the Deputy Vice Chancellor/authorized officer or prescribed by policies and regulations of the University Shall be a member of Senate and University Management Board Any other duties assigned to Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and Student Affairs) on behalf of the Vice Chancellor
2019-2023	Karatina University	Registrar (Academic Affairs)	Deputy Registrar (Academic Affairs	Policy formulation and general administration of the various academic activities in the University Management of the various departments within the academic divisions Any other duties as may be assigned by a senior officer Teaching Practice Supervision – 2022, 2023
April 2014-May 2019	Marist International University College	University College Principal	Registrar, Academic	Promote the mission and vision of the College Observe the staff code of conduct Live by the College core values Ensure quality customer care Supervise and evaluate the Records and Registry staff Organize and administer the records, registration, and graduation functions, including admissions, transcript evaluations, and the College certification process Collecting, recording, maintaining, and reporting of student records within MIUC guidelines, e.g., grades, registration data, transcripts, transcript verification, and other associated audits Supervise the coordination, evaluation, and certification of all graduation applications, while overseeing the complete graduation process Provide leadership and develop appropriate recommendations for the implementation of related technology application in support of enhanced services Ensure security and confidentiality of student records and transcripts Ensure confidentiality of information that is not permitted to be used by anyone other than designated persons Develop and administer the departmental budget Liaise with administrators, deans, faculty, IT, and counselors to facilitate and improve services to students Provide back-up for records and registration services Serve as Secretary of the Management Board, the Academic Board, and Council Provide policy guidance in curriculum development Perform any other duties as assigned by the Principal or the Management
January 2023 to April 2024	Marist International University College	University College Principal	Personal Assistant	Assist the Principal in the routine administrative office work and always maintaining the required confidentiality Process general correspondence pertaining to administrative matters as need arises Ensure prompt and accurate dissemination of official information to staff and students as directed by the Principal Process confidential letters and memos as directed by the Principal Keep and maintain a register of incoming and outgoing official correspondences Organize and maintain filing system in the Principal’s Office Maintain record of all regular and ad hoc committee meetings Maintain record of Principal’s meetings and appointments Perform any other duties as may be delegated by the Principal
August 2012 to December 2012	Savelberg Mixed Primary School Namanga, Little Sisters of St. Joseph	Board of Management	Acting Head teacher	Leadership, management, and support of both staff and students Oversee the school’s day-to-day operations Ensuring a positive and effective learning environment while also managing resources and fostering a strong community
December 2012	E-Smart College Mumias of the Maasai Mara University	Director of the College	Part time lecturer	· Teaching
May 2010 to August 2010	Tala High School, Machakos	Principal	Teacher	Teaching Biology and Mathematics Assistant Class teacher form four west Pastoral care
July 2005 to July 2006	Wema Parish, Catholic Diocese of Malindi Diocese	Parish Priest	Missionary Childhood Animator	Pastoral care Pontifical missionary childhood Program Coordinator

Professional Research Interest

Education Administration, Management, Leadership, Governance Quality Assurance Practices in Higher Learning Institutions Best Management Practices Human Resource Management

Research Experience and Funds Attracted

Year	Position in Project	Responsibilities/Duties	Research/Project Title	Amount (?, €, $, KES)

Consulting Services

Year	Task & Venue
2024	I was the facilitator of the Quality Assurance and CBC Workshop by Kenya Universities Quality Assurance Network (KuQAn) at Multimedia University on June 18th, 2024.
2024	Facilitator of the Kenya Universities Quality Assurance Network (KuQAn) at the Kibabii University Quality Assurance and CBC Workshop held on 22^nd to 24^th May 2024. Topic: Development of interactive courses using technology
2022	E-content development and delivery; Research Methods for Masters and PhD students for RUFORUM.
2021	Co-facilitator of the Kenya Universities Quality Assurance Network (KuQAn) at the Zetech University Quality Assurance Workshop held on 29^th April 2021. Theme: Harnessing our Attitude, Energy and Synergy by embracing Best-Practices for value addition.
2019 -2020	Strategic Plan Development 2020 -2025 for the East African Higher Education Quality Assurance Network (EAQAN)
2018	Lead Facilitator for the Quality Assurance Training and Best Management Practices for the University of Kabianga Senate on 28^th March 2018.
2017	Trained the Kenya Methodist University Senate on Credit Transfers and Exceptions on 18^th December 2017.
2015-2020	Constitution review, Little Sister of St. Joseph 2015 – 2020

Selected Publications : Scientific Articles Published in Refereed Journals

2024

Murumba, J., & Alari, J. O. (2024).An Assessment of the Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on University Students’ Lives in Kenya. .250, Kabarak Journal of Research & Innovation, 14(02), 163–179. https://doi.org/10.58216/kjri.v14i02

2023

Murumba, J., & Alari, J. O. (2023).An Evaluation of Academic Integrity and Sustainable Quality Education in Higher Learning Institutions in Kenya: Students’ Perspectives. Kabarak Journal of Research & Innovation, 13(4), 81–94. Retrieved from https://journals.kabarak.ac.ke/index.php/kjri/article/view/249

2022

Jato, H., Okemasisi, K., & Alari, J. O.(2022). Establishing How the Head-Teachers ’mentorship Roles as Instructional Leaders Influence The Performance of The Newly Deployed/Transferred Teachers in Public Secondary Schools.European Journal of Education Studies, 9(8).

2020

Alari, J. O and Oduor, O. M. (2020). Survey on Student’s Perception on University Leadership Responsiveness to Addressing their Concerns. International Journal of Management and Leadership Studies 2020; 4(iv): 120-130, https://doi.org/10.52281/jv3i112 ISSN 23117575
Alari, J. O. (2020). Survey of Undergraduate Students Perception of Leadership, Governance and Integrity in Universities in Kenya. International Journal of Management and Leadership Studies, Vol.2, 3/1: 1-8 (ISSN 2311 7575)

2019

Jacklyne Okello Alari(2019).Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Mechanism: Awareness and Involvement of Staff and Students: A case of Marist International University College (MIUC).The Agakhan University (ISBN: 978 – 99666 – 59 – 013 – 8)

2018

Jacklyne Okello Alari (2018). Training and Development of the Human Resource in Institutes of Consecrated Life: A Case of Tangaza University College (TUC) and Marist International University College (MIUC), International Journal of Scientific Research and Management (IJSRM) (ISSN (e): 2321-3418)

2013

Jacklyne Okello Alari and Joash Migosi(2013).Teachers and Students Perception about Form One Placement of Students in Public Secondary Schools in Mumias Division Kakamega County, Universal Journal of Education and General Studies (ISSN: 2277-0984)

Selected Publications : Books and Book Chapters

2019 Jacklyne Okello Alari(2019). Leadership and the Management of the Human Resource in Institutes of Consecrated life. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing

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Academic Qualification

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Membership of Professional Bodies

Professional Services

Professional Research Interest

Research Experience and Funds Attracted

Consulting Services

Selected Publications : Scientific Articles Published in Refereed Journals

Selected Publications : Books and Book Chapters

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