Harare Institute of Technology (HIT)
DUE: 03 MAY 2024
RE-ADVERT
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:-
1.0 DEAN-SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (1 Post)
2.0 DEAN-SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (1 Post)
3.0 DEAN-SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES (1 Post)
The Dean reports to the Vice Chancellor and is a member of the Senior Administrative team of the University. The Dean is the Chief Academic, Administrative and Financial Officer of the School, and will be responsible for research and academic leadership; administration and management; community outreach; income generation and financial management of the School. The successful candidate should be able to lead in innovation and industrialisation in the discharge of his/her duties. A proven track record of achievement in the above areas is desirable.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic management and leadership in the School in respect of teaching, research, innovation and technopreneurship:
Provide direction in respect of strategic marketing, liaison and outreach;
Planning and controlling in specific areas of Human Resources, Budgeting.
development of academic programmes, departmental equipment and related matters;
Implementing resource mobilization activities to support university teaching and learning, research and innovation in the School:
Spearhead the development of a quality culture in the delivery of all programmes in the School:
Ensure financial viability of the programmes:
Take a leading role in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of policy at School level:
Promote research and collaboration with other Higher Education Institutions, professional bodies, research institutions and relevant social actors at national, regional, continental and international levels for the benefit of staff and students;
Lead the production and nurturing of high value business linkages and partnerships with public and private sector organizations with a view to increasing the Institute’s contribution towards industrialisation and modernisation through Intellectual Property commercialisation.
Harare Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
An appropriate technological postgraduate qualification;
Strong intellectual, organizational, systemic and leadership qualities:
A track record of teaching, research and scholarship in higher education for at least eight years;
Sound knowledge of the academic disciplines of the School within which the application is being made:
Good knowledge and understanding of the higher education system and policy environment;
Experience in strategic planning, financial and human resources management, Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork:
Should have served in an academic leadership position in a higher education institution
A PhD would be an added advantage.
Terms of Appointment
Appointment to the above positions will be on a fixed term performance based contract for a period of four (4) years.
Details on salary, allowances and other benefits will be made available to short-listed candidates.
TO APPLY
Application letters, certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary. date of availability and names of at least three (3) referees should be addressed to:
The Registrar Harare Institute of Technology
P.O. Box BE 277
Belvedere
Harare
and sent in a single PDF file to registrar@hit.ac.zw by not later than Friday, 3 May 2024.
NB: Those who have previously applied for these posts can reapply.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Harare Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer
