Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following position that has arisen in the University:
DIRECTOR, QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Director plays a pivotal role in the University’s Senior Management structure, providing strategic leadership, coordinating the governance and overall management of the Directorate’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 Director is responsible for:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Formulating, developing and implementing Quality Assurance Policy and Procedures for
Academic and Support Departments
Developing and implementing Quality Assurance Protocols and Mechanisms and
monitoring compliance
Coordinating the accreditation process of academic programmes in liaison with the
Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education (ZIMCHE) Overseeing activities of the University’s Affiliates and Associate Institutions
Coordinating and monitoring academic and administrative quality assurance operations
in the University
Contribute to the development and implementation of academic programmes and the review of existing programmes to safeguard Institutional quality standards
Conduct research in quality assurance and integrate agreed standards and benchmarks
Identifying and proffering effective solutions to deficiencies in University systems and operations
Overseeing the provision of secretariat support to the University Quality Assurance Committee
Budgetary planning, control and allocation of income and funding 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 Quality Assurance activities
Advising the Vice Chancellor and Senate on Quality Assurance issues
Undertaking other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
An earned PhD qualification from a reputable University
Be appointed at the level of at least Senior Lecturer
In depth knowledge of higher education and quality assurance issues
Have a proved track record in the promotion of quality in higher education
Have evidence of sound research and be published in related academic discipline
Experience at the level of Department Chairperson is an added advantage.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Proven commitment to academic excellence 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 organisational 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.