Job Summary
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts that have arisen in the University:
REGISTRY DEPARTMENT (4 Posts)
Examinations Officer (1 Post)
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
▪ Any other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Registrar, Academic.
Qualifications And Experience
Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Administration; Management or related field; and a relevant Bachelor’s degree.
Applicants should have at least 5 years’ post qualification experience, four (4) of which should be in an administrative role in a University setting.
Applicants should have advanced knowledge of databases.
More Information
- Job Application Details 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 Acting Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration 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.