Mr Ashwan Domah

Mr Ashwan Domah joined the Open University of Mauritius in July 2024 and currently serves as the Deputy Registrar where he is mandated to play a pivotal role in overseeing academic administration and ensuring the smooth functioning of key institutional processes. Mr Domah has excelled academically, holding a Master in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Economics & Finance. His academic portfolio is further enhanced by numerous certifications, including Sustainable Development in Business, Leadership Management, Productivity Management, Time Management, Diversity – Inclusion and Recruitment, Skills for Inclusiveness Conversations, Remote Work Foundations, Blockchains For Managers, Situational Leadership II, Professional Leadership, Conflict Management, Global Reporting Initiative, Project Management, Interpersonal & Effective Communication Strategies.

With over 18 years of experience in managerial administration and leadership, he brings an extensive expertise in records management, sustainable development, regulatory compliance, project management and business acumen necessary to translate business requirements and objectives into scalable, highly resilient and successful system solutions without compromising on product and service quality. Mr Domah is currently a Member of the Mauritius Institute of Directors (MIOD) and also serves on the Research & Innovation Monitoring Committee of the Mauritius Research & Innovation Council. Mr Domah’s leadership skills are evident through his roles in various private organisations as Corporate Social Responsibility Consultant and Team Leader since 2006 and his expertise also extends to his previous role as Zone Manager at the Central Water Authority, where he was entrusted the responsibility of the overall administration and operations of the Eastern zone of Mauritius.

In addition to his administrative expertise, Mr Domah is passionate about student development and is actively involved in initiatives that support student success and retention. He is working closely with staff and external stakeholders to enhance the academic environment and ensure the Open University of Mauritius remains compliant with higher educational standards. He is currently overseeing the Academic Affairs Department, Admissions and Open School Department at the Open University of Mauritius and equally leading several vital assignments, including the internationalization project which has an ambitious aim to onboard international students to the institution.