Chief Administrative Officer

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) plays a crucial and pivotal role within the organization’s administrative structure, dedicated to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the institution. The CAO provides leadership role and strategic directions in supporting the institution’s mission by overseeing various administrative functions, promoting operational excellence, and fostering a supportive environment for students, faculty, staff and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities and Functions

• Provides strategic oversight and supervision of administrative operations, including human resources, records handling and documents management, supply and property management, health services, and general campus services.
• Plays a key role in the development and implementation of rules and policies, institutional mechanisms, systems and procedures that ensure compliance with local and national regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices.
• Ensures that development plans and activities are implemented to sustain quality standards and requirements and the desired service outcomes are accomplished.
• Participates in committee deliberations to guide recommendatory bodies and decision-makers on the institution’s mechanisms, policies and procedures.
• With the assistance of the Office of the Supervising Administrative Officer (SAO), promotes a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct across all administrative and finance functions.
• Collaborates with top management to support the institution’s strategic planning efforts by aligning administrative operations with institutional goals.
• Fosters effective communication and engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, government and non-government agencies, and community partners. The office promotes collaboration and builds relationships that support the institution’s mission and enhance its reputation.

Office/Units under the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

• • Office of the Supervising Administrative Officer
  • Human Resource Management and Development Unit
  • Records and Freedom of Information Unit
  • Health Services Unit
  • General Services Unit
  • Supply and Property Management Unit