The University Council (UC) at the University has a crucial role in promoting SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, particularly in the area of employment practices. The UC is responsible for making recommendations related to changing policies of the University, including issues related to quality of teaching, learning, research, and community service. This includes policies and procedures for assessment of students' achievement and relevant exams, curriculum content, academic standards, approval, and review of courses, granting academic qualifications, granting honorary titles, and dismissal of students for academic reasons.  Additionally, the UC is responsible for decisions concerning academic promotions and any other issues related to human resources, such as the approval of sending academic staff, lecturers, technicians, and academics on scientific assignments and training programs. The UC also provides recommendations to the Board of Trustees relating to the development, integration, and cancellation of colleges, departments, academic programs, centers, offices, and units .

Furthermore, the UC is responsible for assessing the progress of academic and educational achievements in the University, discussing and consolidating study plans and research, considering academic and other issues proposed by the President of the University, and developing and consolidating strategic plans, including strategies of teaching, learning, scientific research, community service, and training. The UC membership includes an elected member of the academic staff, who represents the interests of the academic staff members. This provides a platform for the academic staff to voice their concerns and ensure that their interests are taken into account in decision-making processes. The UC also includes the President of the Student Council, which provides a voice for the student body. The UC at the University plays a crucial role in ensuring that the University's employment practices are fair, transparent, and in line with SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. The UC provides a platform for all stakeholders to voice their concerns and ensures that decisions related to human resources are made in a transparent and inclusive manner. Additionally, the UC's role in developing and consolidating strategic plans ensures that the University's employment practices are aligned with its overall vision and mission.