Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following post
at Great Zimbabwe University:
DEAN, SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES (1 POST)
Deanship is a senior position in the University with incumbents being chief academic and
administrative officers in Schools. The Dean’s position is a full-time contract appointment for
a period of up to four years, subject to renewal on satisfactory performance.
Desired Attributes
The Dean should:-
- Have a relevant earned doctorate
- Be a scholar of note with credibility among his/her academic peers
- Offer academic leadership
- Be innovative
- Be able to plan effectively and to inspire and motivate staff in the School
- Have a strategic vision for his/her School and for the role of the School in the institution
- Have proven management skills
The Duties and Responsibilities
- Being the chief academic and administrative officer in the School;
- Providing academic and administrative leadership in the School for the attainment of both
corporate and School goals; - Promoting and implementing Education 5.0 with regard to teaching, research, University
service, innovation and industrialisation; - Contributing to the strategic goals of the University by drawing up and implementing School
business plans including research, publications and networking; - Maintaining performance standards and ensuring fulfillment of the service conditions for all
members of staff within the School; - Ensuring quality control at School level;
- Generating revenue for the School through partnerships and collaboration;
- Effective management of the infrastructure and other assets of the School;
- Networking and facilitating collaborations for the benefit of both students and staff;
- Chairing meetings of the School and other University Committees;
- Contributing to the evolution and maintenance of a conducive environment for learning at
the University; - Developing and maintaining relations with other organisations and persons, with a view to
enriching the academic programmes offered by the School.
Job Summary
More Information
- Job Application Details The ideal candidate must have at least eight (8) years teaching experience in higher education. Experience in field work, project and higher degree supervision, as well as a proven track record of research, publications, collaboration, networking and resource mobilisation is a requirement. Additional attributes that would have to be demonstrated are resourcefulness, interpersonal communication skills, ability to work with a team, provide leadership and embrace diversity. APPLICATIONS Applicants must submit six copies of applications of the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees to : The Applications should be addressed to The Deputy Registrar Human Resources and Legal Affairs, Great Zimbabwe University Box 1235 MASVINGO The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 19 March, 2021. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
