Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT) is hiring a Digital Publishing Specialist (1 Post) in LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
Duties and Responsibilities
-Lead and manage CUT Library Press, ensuring the efficient publication of high-quality academic materials while upholding academic integrity and scholarly excellence. -Oversee editorial, design, and production workflows for print and digital publications, manage editorial teams, peer review, and adherence to production schedules. -Collaborate with the Research and Graduate Studies Directorate to facilitate the transformation of selected theses and dissertations into quality and commercially viable textbooks. -Develop and implement publishing policies, editorial guidelines, and quality assurance standards and ensure copyright, licensing, and publishing standards compliance. -Collaborate with researchers, and external authors to expand the publication portfolio. -Implement digital publishing initiatives, including open access platforms, to enhance the visibility and accessibility of CUT publications. -Supervise and mentor Publishing Unit staff to foster professional growth and enhance workflow efficiency. -Develop and manage budgets to ensure sustainable publishing operations. -Monitor trends in academic publishing, intellectual property, and open access initiatives to ensure that CUT Library Press aligns with global best practices. -Promote CUT Library Press publications through marketing strategies, distribution networks, and stakeholder engagement.
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Qualifications and Experience
Person Specification: The candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Publishing Media and Technology Studies or equivalent. Possession of a Masters’ degree in Publishing is a distinct advantage. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in publishing, editorial management, and publishing workflows. Proficiency in publishing software, content management systems, and digital platforms.
How to Apply
Six copies of the application letter, certified copies of certificates and CVs giving full personal details including full names, place and dates of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability and names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees should be addressed to:
The Assistant Registrar, Human Resources Chinhoyi University of Technology, Private Bag 7724, Chinhoyi,
Telephone No: - 0267-2129454 or 02671-2125293
Apply online to humanresources@cut.ac.zw on a SINGLE MERGED PDF DOCUMENT.
Applications that do not comply with the requirements will be disqualified. The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 17 April 2025.
