Our aim at Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC), in partnership with the Business and Hotel Management School (BHMS) in Switzerland is to nurture your interest in the hospitality industry and empower your ambitions. We have developed a state of the art study programme designed to facilitate access to demanding, while rewarding careers.
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- Open Jobs
- Head of Research and Innovation 2025
- Marketing, Admissions & Partnerships Manager
- Method of Application
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationPhD/Fellowship
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldHospitality / Hotel / Restaurant  , Research 
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage research infrastructure, formulation of appropriate policies, research planning, development, coordination, administration, and logistical support for research at all levels
- Develop strong, supportive relationships with academic colleagues across the institution and externally with collaborative partners to maximize the impact of funding opportunities for research, innovation and projects in line with the BIHC’s ambitions and KPIs
- Provide pre- and post-award support with the aim of improving the success rate of applications and maximize outcomes. This support include the provision of accurate project/research costings, which adhere to BIHC guidelines; advice and guidance on draft applications and support for key post-award processes
- Responsible for building innovative product development, ideas and technologies and managing the Research & Innovation team assigned to the innovation/research or business projects
- Engage directly with research/project funders (commercial and public sector) in a proactive way, in order to grow the BIHC’s external profile and engagement opportunities to increase income generation
- Identify, promote, and contribute resources to developing the department research strengths and broader research portfolio.
- Ensure that the department and its members comply with college policies on research quality, conduct, ethical considerations and the requirements of all relevant regulatory bodies.
- Coordinate of research, extension and community outreach programs and ensure skills and technology transfer to industry and society
- Initiate, coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate college strategic plan, masterplan and department’s plans to ensure alignment with long term vision.
- Lead research branding, setting standards, quality assurance/control and capacity building within the college
- Protect intellectual assets, commercialization, dissemination, publication and management of college libraries and archives and databases
- Plan and coordinate relevant national and international contracts, seminars, consultancies, trainings, workshops, conferences and symposia
- Mobilizing government revenues (e.g., taxes, bonds) for sustainable development projects.
- Securing support from international donors, development banks, and global funds like the Green Climate Fund.
- Encouraging BIHC to invest in sustainable projects through incentives, public-private partnerships (PPPs), or corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.
- Innovation and Incubation Hub Management
- Develop and execute a robust innovation strategy aligned with the organization's vision and mission.
- Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and collaboration across departments.
- Identify emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities for innovation to enhance organizational performance.
- Oversee the selection, onboarding, and mentorship of startups, entrepreneurs, or internal projects for incubation programs.
- Design, implement, and manage incubation programs, including workshops, networking events, and mentorship sessions.
- Monitor the progress of incubated projects and ensure their alignment with strategic goals.
- Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Librarian
- Research Team
- Research Students
- Quality Assurance Team
THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Key Skills and Personal Attributes
- An understanding and empathy with the research environment of an institution and the significance of research for the institution, the department, students and the community
- Experience in supporting research grant administration and/or impact in a higher
- Education institution or research body; including experience in advising on or writing
- research bids and supporting/working with academics
- A demonstrable understanding of the funding system for research both locally & globally.
- Good understanding of research impact and other research quality measures
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize
Education and Experience:
- A PhD holder in Hospitality & Tourism Management or related areas/equivalent with at least Five (5) years’ experience at an institution of higher learning. Two (2) of which must be at a senior leadership role in academia, preferably hospitality.
- Demonstrate continuing professional development.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of best practice locally and internationally in regards to research, teaching, learning, assessment and quality improvement
- Ability to develop and set strategic direction.
- A deep understanding of, commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry.
- Thorough understanding and experience of quality improvement processes in learning institutions.
- Extensive knowledge in ICT and experience of education, higher Education and the issues and challenges facing the sector.
- Ability to motivate academic staff to create, develop and deliver innovative postgraduate taught degree programmes, working closely with Heads of the institution.
- Experienced in encouraging and supporting entrepreneurial activity.
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience4 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As the Marketing, Admissions & Partnerships Manager you will be responsible for promoting business, services, products or brands.
In this role you will also develop partnerships, implement marketing & recruitment strategies to achieve enrollment and revenue goals. Also, you will be responsible for developing marketing and pricing strategies, generating new business leads, managing marketing budgets and analyzing trends.
You will be responsible for managing the complete admissions cycle from start to finish for all points of entry from Foundation Class, Certificate, Diploma levels, coffee school applicants and short courses.
Scope of the role:
- Marketing
- Partnerships
- Recruitment
- Admissions
Your key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the Marketing, Admissions & Partnerships function.
- Develop effective internal communication to ensure that all relevant college functions are kept in front of marketing objective.
- Analyzing potential strategic partner relationships for the institution’s marketing and arranging for business meetings with prospective clients/partners.
- Develop and maintain standards and procedures for admissions and enrollment records.
- Design, Plan, implement, evaluate, revise, and oversee registration processes and procedures for all students enrolled for BIHC courses and programmes.
- Lead in the recruiting and student outreach functions of the College;
- Lead and manage the delivery and continuous development of an effective and flexible admissions service
- Design, implement and execute marketing & recruitment strategies that will influence and increase admissions
- Compile timely and accurate reports for management and provide forecasts on student numbers as required for financial forecasting purposes.
- Design analytics from the CRM to determine student trends to assist in marketing activities and its performance
- Monitor and report on sector developments in admissions policies to enable the college to anticipate change and plan their response.
- Efficiently manage the admissions selection process and ensure admissions adhere to policies and procedures of the college including regulatory compliance requirements
- Ensure marketing plans are executed and ensure proper representation of the college to prospective students at school visits, career fairs and during induction
- Promote effective communication, superior customer service and guidance to clients and prospective parents or Students
- Develop and monitor budgets for Marketing, recruitment, admissions and enrolment activities
- Supervise and train the staff in the department and ensure professional customer care standards in the college are maintained.
- Be the point of contact for prospective partners & parents in relation to admissions: efficiently, appropriately and promptly managing requests for information received by the website, e-mail, telephone, post or in person; following up enquiries with further invitations and information; where appropriate providing advice and support for prospective parents in relation to the potential admissions
- Any other duties as may be assigned by management
THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:
- A Degree in in public relations, Marketing, International relations, Hospitality Management or equivalent (Master’s degree would be an added advantage)
- At least 4 years’ experience at an institution of higher learning. 2 of which must be at a senior leadership role in academia, preferably hospitality
- Demonstrate continuing professional development
- Sound knowledge and understanding of best practice locally and internationally in regards to teaching, learning, assessment and quality improvement
- Ability to develop and set strategic direction
- A deep understanding of, commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry
- Thorough understanding and experience of quality improvement processes in learning institutions
- Extensive knowledge in ICT and experience of education, higher Education and the issues and challenges facing the sector.
- Experience in admissions and administration in a learning institution
Method of Application
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