Duties: (i) work with the Deputy Director, Affiliated Institutions, to plan appropriate activities throughout the University and its Affiliated Institutions to achieve the purpose of this position, (ii) provide leadership and advice in development and implementation of quality assurance systems for Affiliated Health Training Institutions, (iii) provide advice and assistance to enhance the effectiveness of systems, faculty, staff and programme at the Affiliated Health Training Institutions, (iv) develop and monitor, processes of examination, communication of results, reports and working papers (v) undertake research and publishing relevant findings on affiliation including but not limited to quality assurance and examination systems and processes, (vi) assist principals and heads of departments in promoting academic excellence in their programmes, (vii) provide consultation and advice to appropriate departments in the University, Ministry of Health, Affiliated Health Training Institutions and relevant health professional organizations.
Requirements: At least a Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant academic discipline. Evidence of professional training as a nurse and higher education in nursing and nursing education. Evidence of relevant research and publication would be an added advantage. At least 5 years experience at the tertiary level, excellent interpersonal skills in a variety of higher educational contexts. Evidence of organizational and human resource development skills. Good level of computer skills is essential. Evidence of experience in administering/managing appropriate programmes.
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address and postal address), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts, names, addresses and contacts of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Centre for Academic Development University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00710, Gaborone, Botswana (telephone 3552203/ 5844); email: cadhr@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit the references directly to the address above, before the stipulated closing date. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 238, Office 104/107.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Closing date: 18th October 2022