Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
2025-04-10T08:25:14+00:00
Chalimbana University
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Chongwe
Chongwe
10101
Zambia
Education, and Training
Teachers & Education
2025-04-21T17:00:00+00:00
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Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the key responsibilities are to provide leadership, strategic direction and overseeing the development and implementation of the University’s mandate in teaching and learning in line with the Higher Education Act No.4 of 2013, as read together with the Higher Education (Amendment) Act No. 23 of 2021.
Key tasks and responsibilities
1. Leadership and Governance
a) Ensures all academic activities (admissions, examinations, graduation) comply with university governance requirements, regulations, and legal frameworks.
b) Provides leadership in the running of academic programs across all Schools.
c) Serves as Secretary to the Senate and Chairperson of key Senate committees (Admissions, Quality Assurance, Affiliations, Graduate Studies, Distance Education).
d) Contributes to public service and intellectual life.
e) Ensures regular reporting on academic affairs, admissions, examinations, and graduation ceremonies to the Vice-Chancellor.
f) Ensuring preparation of quarterly and annual operational performance reports on the teaching and learning functions of the University.
2. Academic Quality and Strategic Direction
a) Ensures the formulation, implementation, and review of policies and strategies in teaching and learning.
b)Ensures accreditation and registration of academic programmes.
c) Provides strategic academic vision, ensuring high standards in all academic activities in line with national policy developments and emerging higher education trends.
d)Ensures Schools offer market-driven academic programs aligned with industry, national, and global needs.
e)Leads innovation and strategic development to ensure resource-efficient forward planning.
f) Ensures the effective operation of the quality assurance function.
3. Resource Mobilization and Industry Linkages
a) Strengthens partnerships with government, private sector, and international institutions.
b) Establishes linkages with industry to enhance graduate employability and internship opportunities.
c) Ensures academic programs are adequately advertised to attract students.
d) Facilitates increased access to student loan funding through the Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board.
4. Teaching, Learning, and Infrastructure Development
a) Ensures the adequacy, appropriateness, and functionality of all teaching and learning facilities.
b) Leads faculty heads in budgeting and resource mobilisation, ensuring prudent utilisation of funds.
c) Oversees the implementation of admissions, examinations, and graduation policies and best practices.
d) Ensures regular reporting on industry partnerships and their impact on university programs.
5. Human Capital Development and Performance Management
a) Provides leadership in performance management of academic heads and staff.
b) Builds a competent, experienced, and motivated workforce in teaching and learning.
c) Fosters a high-performance culture with discipline and motivation.
d) Promotes adaptability and responsiveness in a rapidly changing higher education environment.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
a) Grade 12 certificate (with 5 o’levels with credits or better) or its equivalent
b) Earned Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University.
c) Earned Master’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University.
d) Earned Ph.D in any relevant field from a reputable University.
e) Minimum Associate Professor or higher with over 5 years’ experience at professorial level.
f) Significant publication with minimum H-index of 8, with experience in conducting PhD examinations, supervising research programmes including successful PhD and research completion.
g Minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-qualifying experience in university education or equivalent Institution.
h) Minimum of six (6) years experience at senior management level at a minimum of Dean of School/Faculty or Director in a university or similar institution.
i) A strong record of academic leadership and personal achievement in both teaching and research.
j) A strong record of public/community service with collaborative ability with various stakeholders.
k) Strategic thinking capability with excellent and proven leadership skills. With experience in financial management, investment, business, and budgeting as well as strategic planning and management. Knowledge and experience of performance management systems for monitoring academic of staff, School/Faculties, and developing action plans for continuous improvements.
l) Functional ICT literacy; and
m) Must have proof of valid relevant membership to a professional body.
Tenure
The appointment of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) shall be for an initial period of four (4) years which could be renewed for a similar period, subject to assessment of performance.
Remuneration
A competitive remuneration package shall be offered to the successful candidate.
1. Leadership and Governance a) Ensures all academic activities (admissions, examinations, graduation) comply with university governance requirements, regulations, and legal frameworks. b) Provides leadership in the running of academic programs across all Schools. c) Serves as Secretary to the Senate and Chairperson of key Senate committees (Admissions, Quality Assurance, Affiliations, Graduate Studies, Distance Education). d) Contributes to public service and intellectual life. e) Ensures regular reporting on academic affairs, admissions, examinations, and graduation ceremonies to the Vice-Chancellor. f) Ensuring preparation of quarterly and annual operational performance reports on the teaching and learning functions of the University. 2. Academic Quality and Strategic Direction a) Ensures the formulation, implementation, and review of policies and strategies in teaching and learning. b)Ensures accreditation and registration of academic programmes. c) Provides strategic academic vision, ensuring high standards in all academic activities in line with national policy developments and emerging higher education trends. d)Ensures Schools offer market-driven academic programs aligned with industry, national, and global needs. e)Leads innovation and strategic development to ensure resource-efficient forward planning. f) Ensures the effective operation of the quality assurance function. 3. Resource Mobilization and Industry Linkages a) Strengthens partnerships with government, private sector, and international institutions. b) Establishes linkages with industry to enhance graduate employability and internship opportunities. c) Ensures academic programs are adequately advertised to attract students. d) Facilitates increased access to student loan funding through the Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board. 4. Teaching, Learning, and Infrastructure Development a) Ensures the adequacy, appropriateness, and functionality of all teaching and learning facilities. b) Leads faculty heads in budgeting and resource mobilisation, ensuring prudent utilisation of funds. c) Oversees the implementation of admissions, examinations, and graduation policies and best practices. d) Ensures regular reporting on industry partnerships and their impact on university programs. 5. Human Capital Development and Performance Management a) Provides leadership in performance management of academic heads and staff. b) Builds a competent, experienced, and motivated workforce in teaching and learning. c) Fosters a high-performance culture with discipline and motivation. d) Promotes adaptability and responsiveness in a rapidly changing higher education environment.
i) A strong record of academic leadership and personal achievement in both teaching and research. j) A strong record of public/community service with collaborative ability with various stakeholders. k) Strategic thinking capability with excellent and proven leadership skills. With experience in financial management, investment, business, and budgeting as well as strategic planning and management. Knowledge and experience of performance management systems for monitoring academic of staff, School/Faculties, and developing action plans for continuous improvements. l) Functional ICT literacy; and m) Must have proof of valid relevant membership to a professional body.
a) Grade 12 certificate (with 5 o’levels with credits or better) or its equivalent b) Earned Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University. c) Earned Master’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University. d) Earned Ph.D in any relevant field from a reputable University. e) Minimum Associate Professor or higher with over 5 years’ experience at professorial level. f) Significant publication with minimum H-index of 8, with experience in conducting PhD examinations, supervising research programmes including successful PhD and research completion. g Minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-qualifying experience in university education or equivalent Institution. h) Minimum of six (6) years experience at senior management level at a minimum of Dean of School/Faculty or Director in a university or similar institution.
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Vacancy title:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Teachers & Education]
Jobs at:
Chalimbana University
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, April 21 2025
Duty Station:
Chongwe | Chongwe | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, April 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the key responsibilities are to provide leadership, strategic direction and overseeing the development and implementation of the University’s mandate in teaching and learning in line with the Higher Education Act No.4 of 2013, as read together with the Higher Education (Amendment) Act No. 23 of 2021.
Key tasks and responsibilities
1. Leadership and Governance
a) Ensures all academic activities (admissions, examinations, graduation) comply with university governance requirements, regulations, and legal frameworks.
b) Provides leadership in the running of academic programs across all Schools.
c) Serves as Secretary to the Senate and Chairperson of key Senate committees (Admissions, Quality Assurance, Affiliations, Graduate Studies, Distance Education).
d) Contributes to public service and intellectual life.
e) Ensures regular reporting on academic affairs, admissions, examinations, and graduation ceremonies to the Vice-Chancellor.
f) Ensuring preparation of quarterly and annual operational performance reports on the teaching and learning functions of the University.
2. Academic Quality and Strategic Direction
a) Ensures the formulation, implementation, and review of policies and strategies in teaching and learning.
b)Ensures accreditation and registration of academic programmes.
c) Provides strategic academic vision, ensuring high standards in all academic activities in line with national policy developments and emerging higher education trends.
d)Ensures Schools offer market-driven academic programs aligned with industry, national, and global needs.
e)Leads innovation and strategic development to ensure resource-efficient forward planning.
f) Ensures the effective operation of the quality assurance function.
3. Resource Mobilization and Industry Linkages
a) Strengthens partnerships with government, private sector, and international institutions.
b) Establishes linkages with industry to enhance graduate employability and internship opportunities.
c) Ensures academic programs are adequately advertised to attract students.
d) Facilitates increased access to student loan funding through the Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board.
4. Teaching, Learning, and Infrastructure Development
a) Ensures the adequacy, appropriateness, and functionality of all teaching and learning facilities.
b) Leads faculty heads in budgeting and resource mobilisation, ensuring prudent utilisation of funds.
c) Oversees the implementation of admissions, examinations, and graduation policies and best practices.
d) Ensures regular reporting on industry partnerships and their impact on university programs.
5. Human Capital Development and Performance Management
a) Provides leadership in performance management of academic heads and staff.
b) Builds a competent, experienced, and motivated workforce in teaching and learning.
c) Fosters a high-performance culture with discipline and motivation.
d) Promotes adaptability and responsiveness in a rapidly changing higher education environment.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
a) Grade 12 certificate (with 5 o’levels with credits or better) or its equivalent
b) Earned Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University.
c) Earned Master’s degree in any relevant field from a reputable University.
d) Earned Ph.D in any relevant field from a reputable University.
e) Minimum Associate Professor or higher with over 5 years’ experience at professorial level.
f) Significant publication with minimum H-index of 8, with experience in conducting PhD examinations, supervising research programmes including successful PhD and research completion.
g Minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-qualifying experience in university education or equivalent Institution.
h) Minimum of six (6) years experience at senior management level at a minimum of Dean of School/Faculty or Director in a university or similar institution.
i) A strong record of academic leadership and personal achievement in both teaching and research.
j) A strong record of public/community service with collaborative ability with various stakeholders.
k) Strategic thinking capability with excellent and proven leadership skills. With experience in financial management, investment, business, and budgeting as well as strategic planning and management. Knowledge and experience of performance management systems for monitoring academic of staff, School/Faculties, and developing action plans for continuous improvements.
l) Functional ICT literacy; and
m) Must have proof of valid relevant membership to a professional body.
Tenure
The appointment of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) shall be for an initial period of four (4) years which could be renewed for a similar period, subject to assessment of performance.
Remuneration
A competitive remuneration package shall be offered to the successful candidate.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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- Candidates meeting the stated requirements are required to submit their applications comprising the following:
- a) Letter of application;
- b) Latest and detailed curriculum vitae with at least three (03) traceable referees.
- c) ZAQA validated copies of academic and professional qualifications including a full Grade 12 or equivalent certificate (Certificates and Transcripts).
- d) Names and addresses of three (3) referees, two (2) of whom must be professional authorities in relevant fields, and one (1) character referee.
- e) Any other relevant information that may assist the Search Committee in determining the suitability of the applicant.
- Positions being applied for must be clearly marked and addressed to:
- The Secretary
- Search Committee
- Chalimbana University
- Private Bag E1
- Lusaka
- ZAMBIA
- OR send to the following email address: registrar@chau.ac.zm
- CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION IS 21st APRIL, 2025.
- N.B Chalimbana University is an equal opportunity employer. Women candidates are encouraged to apply. The posts are open to both eligible Zambians and Non-Zambians.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please visit the Chalimbana University website at www.chau.ac.zm
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