Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST)

Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration

Strategic Management Jobs
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

REGISTRY DEPARTMENT
Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration

The Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration is part of the Senior Management Team, responsible for the management of the University’s human capital and administration.

Reporting to the Registrar, the Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration shall be responsible for:

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
▪ Management and coordination of staff recruitment and selection processes
▪ Development, monitoring, evaluation and reviewing of Human Resources and Administrative policies and Standard Operating Procedures in liaison with the Registrar
▪ Oversee the development of job descriptions and review process
▪ Ensuring compliance with Labour Laws, related legislation and University policies
▪ Monitoring payroll administration and conducting regular payroll checks
▪ Managing the administration of staff promotions and advancements
▪ Developing staff development programmes and human capacity building
▪ Managing the performance management system and coordinating staff performance appraisals
▪ Managing staff welfare, health and wellness and coordinating implementation of related programmes
▪ Analysis of human resources data and responding to specific requests from stakeholders
▪ Production of periodic and annual Human Resources and Administration reports
▪ Providing guidance to Management on staff grievances and disciplinary matters
▪ Preparation of annual budget bid and control of expenditure
▪ Provision of secretariat services to Senior Management Selection Boards and University Committees
▪ Any other related duties as assigned by the Registrar.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience
▪ A Master’s Degree in Strategic Management, Administration or equivalent
▪ A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Human Resources Management or equivalent
▪ An Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe (IPMZ) professional qualification
▪ Membership of a Professional Board
▪ At least five (5) years post-qualification experience, four (4) of which should be at managerial level in a University setting
▪ Knowledge of Belina Payroll and HR System is a requirement
▪ Applicants should be mature, be of high integrity, have excellent written and oral communication skills, have good interpersonal and organizational skills and have the ability to multitask.

How to Apply

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.
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
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 6 December 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University does not charge applicants a fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf.