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THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO

 

INTERNAL VACANCY

DEPARTMENT – ACADEMIC

RESPONSIBLE TO PRO-VICE CHANCELLOR

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO

DIRECTOR - POSTGRADUATE STUDIES, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION (DPSRI):  POST NO. (New)

1. BACKGROUND

In 2015, the National University of Lesotho (hereinafter referred to as the University or NUL) adopted an ambitious Strategic Plan 2015-2020 with seven cardinal goals in mind. Among them is to become a medium-sized dual mode university in the service of the country and Africa. Among its prime objectives under this goal is to significantly expand the University’s postgraduate footprint, which would in turn promote research. The University’s plan is to become a research-driven institution contributing to humankind’s advancement. To achieve this goal, the NUL committed itself to enhance the pursuit of research by its academics in both basic and applied knowledge and significantly expand the postgraduate footprint. The objective of this goal is to increase research output and thereby promote research in niche areas.

Since 2015, the University has introduced new and revived old postgraduate programmes in various areas across the faculties. New programmes are being developed for future implementation. One of the challenges affecting the University in the implementation of these goals is the lack of coordination of its research and postgraduate studies programmes. Whilst the University has managed to revive or introduce postgraduate programmes, these activities are spread out across faculties without central coordination to ensure proper governance, efficiency, accountability, and quality assurance.

Most Universities have a directorate that oversees coordination of research and postgraduate studies. To date, the NUL does not have a central office that oversees and coordinates research and postgraduate studies. To address its current challenges, NUL needs to follow what other institutions are doing and establish an executive position to be responsible for these activities. Thus, the University has decided to establish and appoint a Director - Postgraduate Studies, Research and Innovation to oversee the coordination of postgraduate studies, research and innovation.

2. POSITION SUMMARY

To manage the Directorate of postgraduate studies, research and innovation in the University and to provide leadership, facilitate and coordinate research and higher degree activities, and support faculties, units and institutes in the University.

3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
4. A doctoral degree;
5. Ten (10) years of relevant experience in Higher Education with at least 5 years in an academic leadership role;

• The incumbent must hold a rank of Associate Professor or Professor;

1. A proven academic and research record;
2. Proven record of successful postgraduate supervision at honours, Masters and PhD levels.
3. OTHER NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
4. A passion for research Knowledge, skills and capabilities;
5. Knowledge and understanding of the higher education environment;

• Excellent knowledge of university structures and research and postgraduate related policies and procedures;

1. Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills;
2. Conflict resolution and problem solving skills;
3. Organisational and event management skills;

• Excellent writing skills.

5. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6. Provide strategic leadership and direction, administrative and financial management of the Directorate
7. To maintain and promote efficiency and good order of the directorate;
8. To articulate the University vision and mission both internally and externally

• To ensure efficient and accountable utilisation of public funds;

1. To provide academic leadership and ensure delivery of quality research and innovation relevant to the needs of the nation;
2. To develop and implement procedures and controls that promote communication and adequate information flow within the directorate.
3. Provide leadership, innovation and coordination of all activities to the Directorate
4. To develop an academic plan for the directorate;
5. To oversee the development and implementation of the Academic Strategic Plan in line with the University and National Strategic Plans;

• To see to the establishment and sustenance of the university’s accredited and peer-reviewed academic publications

1. To prepare reports and presentations for statutory bodies timely
2. Design strategies for enhancing the resources of the directorate through academic initiatives
3. To forge linkages for partnership with relevant organisations, donor agencies and other higher education institutions nationally, regionally and internationally;
4. To exploit financial opportunities and acquisitions for postgraduate programmes, research and innovation;

• To ensure accountability of the funds and develop timely reports;

1. Align the Operational Plan of the Directorate with NUL Strategic Plan and Implement Performance Management System (PMS);
2. To maintain and promote efficiency and good order of the directorate;
3. To align the departmental job descriptions with NUL Strategic plan;

• To participate in review of performance management policy, guidelines and tools;

1. To implement Performance Management System Policy;
2. To ensure development of operational plan in line with NUL strategic plan
3. To restructure the directorate to meet the national, regional and international needs
4. Assume additional tasks as assigned by the Pro-Vice Chancellor, and act in senior positions where requested
5. REMUNERATION

The University offers competitive salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

7. CONTRACT

The contract shall be for a period of four (4) years, renewable following positive appraisal.

8. INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES;

• An application letter of not more than one
• Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
• Provide names and contact details including email addresses of three (3) professional referees from Lead Consultants, Project Managers and Employers (current or previous).
• Curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
• Application letters should bear
• Certified copy of Identity document.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 14^th October 2021.

Applications should be addressed to:  dhr@nul.ls

DISCLAIMER:  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should you not hear from the University within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.