Various Job Openings At Midlands State University

Various Job Openings At Midlands State University

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ADVERT DEPUTY REGISTRAR – ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post of Deputy Registrar, Academic Affairs and Administration, Midlands State University, Zvishavane Campus

Reporting to the Registrar, the individual will be responsible for managing the academic affairs and general administration of the Campus. The successful candidate should be a highly qualified and experienced Senior University Administrator with vast knowledge of University academic administration systems and functions.

Qualifications and Experience

A minimum of a Master’s degree
At least eight (8) years’ relevant experience in Higher Education Administration, five (5) of which should have been in a leadership role in Academic Registry at a level of at least Principal Assistant Registrar or Senior Assistant Registrar;

Desired Competencies

Knowledge of Higher Education legislation and regulatory requirements with implications for academic administration;
Demonstrable knowledge of University academic rules and policies;
Appropriate experience in managing staff and working in a customer service environment;
Demonstrable ability to prioritize and coordinate the work of teams, adhere to procedure and commitment to high quality service delivery;
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point;
Excellent oral and written communication skills including report writing
Ability to communicate readily and effectively at all levels
Accuracy and attention to detail;

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will be required to:

Offer professional advice and guidance to University Administration and committees on all matters pertaining to the academic affairs and general administration of the University;
Develop, manage, coordinate and evaluate all academic affairs issues of the University in line with the vision, mission and core values of the University;
Oversee, guide, and optimise delivery of services in the following Academic Registry Sections: Student Admissions, Student Records and Registration;
Assisting in the formulation of academic regulations and policies;
Develop and implement systems to ensure that the University processes applications efficiently and effectively;
Oversee the production of the teaching master timetable;
Take overall responsibility for the integrity of student records throughout the lifecycle of student at the University;
Initiates and act as the custodian of academic certificates and all academic regulations and the University academic calendar;
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on academic administration related matters;
Manage and direct daily operational management of workloads of the Office of Academic Registry to meet targets, ensure adherence to procedures and timetable, monitor for inconsistencies, and ensure best use of available resources;
Co-ordinates the Academic Ceremonies the University;
Supervise and co-ordinate the functions of Faculty Administrators and other sections of the University.
Liaises with the Director of Examinations on examination related matters;
Compile regular reports and statistics to the Registrar and University Management on academic affairs matters
Identify and monitor trends with implications for academic affairs administration and provide early warning and information for risk assessment for the University Management
Liaise with members of the teaching, non-teaching staff, students and the outside community both locally, regionally and internationally.
Servicing of Committees of Senate and Academic Board;

APPLICATIONS

Applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applicants must submit an electronic application in a single pdf file to vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw

The documents should include copies of Birth, ID and Academic Certificates and an updated Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and email addresses of three (3) contactable referees.

The Deputy Registrar, Human Resources

Midlands State University

P. Bag 9055

Gweru

*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

It must be noted that this advert will remain on the MSU Website until the post is filled.

RESEARCH FELLOW: FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED PERSONS FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL-TIME POST:

The duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:

(a) Teaching – the incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or Faculty guidelines and standards.

(b) University Service and Community engagement – the incumbent should participate in all Department, Faculty/School and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.

(c) Research – the incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialization which benefits both the students and the University.

(d) Innovations – leading to tangible products and services

(e) Industrialisation –through commercialisation of products

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

CENTRE FOR PUBLIC POLICY AND DEVOLUTION

POST: RESEARCH FELLOW (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

First degree level in any of the following: Social Sciences, Humanities, Economics
A Master’s degree in any of the above
A PhD in the relevant field
A proven record in grant proposal writing
At least 3 years’ working experience in a research environment

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Purpose: To undertake independent and/or collaborative research and to lead on aspects of research strategy within the Centre.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

To independently undertake advanced research in the relevant discipline area using, or developing, the appropriate methods and/or techniques and managing associated staff and/or student contributions to the project.
To lead the production of high-quality research reports and/or publications as required by the funding body or for dissemination to the wider academic community
To engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of the Centre and contribute to its profile by participating in promotion activity.
To participate in internal/external networks for the exchange of information and to form relationships for future research collaboration.
To lead and promote activities designed to develop collaborative research with research colleagues and support staff internally and to actively develop appropriate external contacts and networks relevant future collaboration and funding opportunities.
To lead bids for major research and/or consultancy projects.
To lead relevant meetings associated with the research project or related activities.
Carry out any administrative and management work associated with his/her programme of research.
Proactively identify opportunities for external funding sources, prepare grant proposals and the assess research findings for potential commercial exploitation.
Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research to the relevant research stakeholders in the appropriate form.
To undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the head of the Centre.

Knowledge and expertise

Demonstrates knowledge of a research discipline and field.
Demonstrates the ability to generate new ideas and ability to link and build upon existing ideas to generate unique concepts and solutions.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the policy, practices and procedures that are relevant to the role, which may include broader University, sector, and external sponsor or funder policies.
Demonstrates an extensive understanding of the national and international context of research.
Demonstrates an understanding of the operational and management requirements of a successful research project.
Demonstrates evidence of research activity and a commitment to ongoing research and publications.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the research environment both nationally and internationally and the ability to contribute substantially to grant applications.
Demonstrates experience of leading a research team.
Demonstrates experience of developing major national/international research projects and bringing them to a successful conclusion.
Demonstrates extensive applied research experience in own area of specialisation.
Demonstrates good communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills with the capability of working within a project team to achieve results.

*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must submit certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to the Deputy Registrar – Human Resource

The application pack should be sent as a single merged pdf file to email address: academicrecruitment@staff.msu.ac.zw. The subject line should be labelled with the post being applied for.

This advert will remain active until all the advertised post(s) have been filled. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be communicated to.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor: Department of Peace and Security Studies-Gweru Campus

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post:

Please note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:

(a) Teaching – the incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or Faculty guidelines and standards.

(b) University Service – the incumbent should participate in all Department, Faculty and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.

(c) Research – the incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialization which benefits both the students and the University

(d) Innovations – leading to tangible products and services

(e) Industrialization –through commercialization of products

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of Peace and Security Studies-Gweru Campus

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor (1 Post)

Qualifications

A first degree in Peace studies/Human Rights/Law or other relevant with at least a 2.1 pass.
A Masters Degree in Peace Studies/Human Rights/Law.
A relevant PhD is an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate must be capable of supervising students’ research work and should be able to teach the following modules:

Security Intelligence
Transnational Organised Crime
Migration and Human Security
Human rights and Social Justice

*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

The application pack should be sent as a single merged pdf file to email address: academicrecruitment@staff.msu.ac.zw. The subject line should be labelled with the post being applied for.

This advert will remain active until all the advertised post have been filled. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be communicated to.

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