Job Summary
The Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) is the largest and comprehensive Open & Distance Electronic Learning (ODeL) University in Zimbabwe that offers lifelong learning in an affordable and flexible manner.
Suitably qualified, experienced and motivated candidates are invited to apply for the following vacant positions that have arisen at the Zimbabwe Open University.
WOMEN CANDIDATES AND THE DIFFERENTLY ABLED PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Duties And Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Developing and launching of new degree programmes;
Developing open and distance electronic learning and teaching materials;
Tutoring;
Managing technology enabled teaching;
Carrying out research and creative work;
Promoting the University wide initiatives;
Establishing partnerships with industry and local communities;
Fostering Education 5.0 through innovation and industrialisation;
Engaging in community service;
Interfacing with other Faculties; and
Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the Dean and/or Regional Director.
Qualifications And Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering;
Possession of any Bachelor’s Degree in any areas stated above;
Possession of a PhD in any of the areas stated above is an added advantage;
A minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in an institution of Higher Learning is a requirement;
Knowledge of distance education would be an added advantage;
Computer literacy a must.
How To Apply
CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT HAVE THE STIPULATED REQUIREMENTS NEED NOT APPLY.
Interested and qualified persons should submit their applications consisting of the following documents: application letter, certified educational and professional certificates as well as transcripts and curriculum vitae with contact details (telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three (3) referees as
follows;
EITHER
• in PDF format as a single document to: recruitment@zou.ac.zw
OR
• as hard copies which consist of ten (10) sets of each of the above listed documents. All envelopes should clearly indicate the post being applied for.
Applications should be received not later than 2 April 2022.
Applications should be addressed to
The Director, Human Resources
Zimbabwe Open University
P O Box MP 1119
Mount Pleasant
Harare
OR
Hand delivered to
3rd Floor
Corner House
Cnr S. Machel/L. Takawira
Harare