Gwanda State University

Examinations Officer (1 Post)

Admin & Office Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts:

Duties and Responsibilities

Developing and reviewing examinations rules and regulations, policies and standard operating procedures
Liaising with chairpersons of departments on examinations policy and procedures
Coordinating the compilation of sessional Examinations Timetable
Managing preparations for examinations including acquisition of examination stationery
Coordinating the printing of examination papers, receiving and ensuring secure storage of question papers
Coordinating the appointment of External Examiners, overseeing their travel arrangements and processing of honorarium claims
Facilitating training of invigilators and supervising examinations
Distribution of examination papers to examination venues and dispatching scripts for marking
Organising appropriate provisions for students with special needs
Monitoring the processing of examination results
Supervising the processing of degree certificates and checking all certificates for correctness
Monitoring and reviewing the examinations system for continuous improvement in line with international best practice
Servicing the termination of studies (appeals committee) and other University Committees as assigned
Supervision of examinations office staff.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal applicants should possess five (5) Ordinary Level Passes including English Language.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Administration/Management/Education
A Master’s Degree in Administration/Management/ Education.
At least five (5) years experience, two (2) of which should be in an administrative role in a University setting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

How to Apply

Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.
Applications
Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following: application letter, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, national identity card, birth certificate and curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications and previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees including email addresses should be sent to deputy.registrar@gsu.ac.zw or hand delivered to:

Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 14 October 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted