Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following position that has arisen in the University:
DEAN, FACULTY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY
The Dean plays a pivotal role in the University’s Senior Management structure, providing strategic leadership, coordinating the governance and overall management of the Faculty’s functions. The successful candidate will be appointed on a four-year contract
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.
Reporting to the Vice Chancellor, the Dean is responsible for:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing academic leadership in teaching and learning, research, innovation and industrialization
Positioning the Faculty within the National Higher Education Policy in line with Education 5.0 by promoting excellence in teaching, research, community service, innovation and industrialization
Planning and development of sound and innovative academic programmes that address the nation’s human capital development initiative and are relevant to industry
Overseeing the review of existing academic programmes in accordance with Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education (ZIMCHE) provisions and University regulations
Contributing towards the formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of academic and administrative policies
Quality assurance of all Faculty programmes and activities
Budgetary planning, control and allocation of income and funding to Academic
Departments in line with University financial regulations
Management of human resources activities, amongst others, recruitment and selection, staff development and performance management in liaison with the Human Resources Department
Mobilizing resources for the Faculty
Management of the Faculty’s infrastructure and assets with the support of service Departments
Developing collaborations and strategic partnerships with Faculty Alumni, Institutions, Corporations and Government Agencies in liaison with University Administration
Developing a sense of community for the Faculty, students and staff Serve as Resident Dean at Dozmery Campus with the responsibility of supervising non- Faculty activities
Advising the Vice Chancellor and Senate on academic and administrative issues relating to the Faculty
Undertaking other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
An earned PhD qualification in an Agricultural Science related discipline from a reputable University
Be appointed at the level of at least Senior Lecturer Have a proved track record in academic and administrative leadership and the ability to give sound academic direction to the Faculty
Have evidence of sound research and be published in related academic discipline
Track record in resource mobilization for research, innovation and industrialization
Experience at the level of Department Chairperson is an added advantage. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Proven commitment to academic excellence and collaboration across disciplines
Leadership and people management skills
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Decision making and critical thinking skills
Ability to work in a team
Good organizational skills.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six (6) sets of applications which should include the application letter, certified copies of certificates, national identification and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees including their email addresses. Applications in envelopes clearly indicating post applied for should be addressed and sent via registered mail to:
The Registrar
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
P.O. Box 35
MARONDERA
hand deliver or send by courier to: Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
CSC Campus, Industrial Sites
15 Longlands Road
MARONDERA
Or apply online, visit the website below
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 7 June 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that the University does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf for advertised posts.