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DUE: 02 JUNE 2023 Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions: SCHOOL OF LAW Reporting to the Dean, the incumbents will serve in the capacity of Law Lecturers (in the Departments of Procedural Law and Private DUE: 02 JUNE 2023

Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions:

SCHOOL OF LAW

Reporting to the Dean, the incumbents will serve in the capacity of Law Lecturers (in the Departments of Procedural Law and Private Law respectively) and will contribute to the smooth organization and implementation of the activities of the School of Law.

POST A – PRIVATE LAW

Desired Attributes

An undergraduate degree in Law;

A Master of Laws degree or equivalent in Private law ;

A tertiary teaching qualification will be an added advantage and

A PhD in Law (Completed or under examination) from a reputable University with a focus on Private Law.

At least 5 years teaching experience at university undergraduate and graduate level in a school of law... context;

Experience in teaching private law subjects and interaction with Clinical Legal Education or Access to Justice at university level is a must;

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and should be able to teach private law courses, which include, but not limited to the following:

Fundamentals of Private Law

Law of Contract

Commercial Law

ICT Law

Law of Property

POST B – PROCEDURAL LAW

Desired Attributes

An undergraduate degree in Law;

A Master of Laws degree or equivalent in Procedural Law;

A tertiary teaching qualification will be an added advantage and

A PhD in Law (Completed or under examination) from a reputable University with a focus on Procedural Law.

At least 5 years teaching experience at university undergraduate and graduate level in a school of law context;

Experience in teaching procedural subjects and interaction with Clinical Legal Education or Access to Justice at university level is a must;

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and should be able to teach procedural law courses which include, but not limited to the following:

Fundamentals of Procedural Law

African Legal Justice Systems

Law of Evidence

Criminal Procedure

Civil Procedure

Please, note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:

a) Teaching

The incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or College guidelines and standards.

b) University Service and Community Engagement

The incumbent should participate in all Department, College and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.

c) Research

The incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialization which benefits the students, Global community and the University.

d) Innovations

Innovations should lead to production of goods and services.

e) Industrialisation

Through commercialisation of goods and services.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID & birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, current salary, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to:

Assistant Registrar, Human Resource & Administration,

Africa University

Fairview Road/Off Nyanga Road

P.O. Box 1320, Mutare,

Zimbabwe

The application pack should be sent as a single pdf file to the following e-mail address: careers@africau.edu not later than 14:00 hrs on Friday, 02 June 2023. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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DUE: 02 JUNE 2023 Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions: COLLEGE OF PEACE LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Reporting to the H.O.D, the incumbents DUE: 02 JUNE 2023

Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions:

COLLEGE OF PEACE LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Reporting to the H.O.D, the incumbents will serve in the capacity of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor and will provide leadership in contributing to the smooth organisation and implementation of the activities of the programmes offered in the Department.

POST A- ARTFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

BSc Honours in Artificial Intelligence or equivalent

MSc in Artificial Intelligence or equivalent

A PhD in Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science or equivalent.

Experience in teaching and/or supporting learning in higher education.

Must have... experience in developing and teaching online courses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and should be able to teach at least 3 of the following modules;

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Machine Learning

Computational Mathematics

Programming for Machine Learning

Expert Systems and Smart Applications

Intelligent Systems for Pattern Recognition

Web technologies and mobile application development

Object Oriented Programming ,JAVA, Python ,C# ,R

Human Artificial Intelligence Interaction

Design of Cyber-Physical Systems

Network Security

POST B- SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

BSc Honours in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering/ Computer Information Systems/ Information Technology / Geographic Information System or equivalent

MSc in Honours in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering or equivalent

A PhD in Computer Science or equivalent.

Experience in teaching and/or supporting learning in higher education.

Must have experience in developing and teaching online courses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and should be able to teach at least 3 of the following modules;

Computational Mathematics

Programming for Machine Learning

Expert Systems and Smart Applications

Web technologies and mobile application development

Object Oriented Programming ,JAVA, Python ,C# ,R

Design of Cyber-Physical Systems

Network Security

Please note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:

a) Teaching

The incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or College guidelines and standards.

b) University Service and Community Engagement

The incumbent should participate in all Department, College and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.

c) Research

The incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialization which benefits the students, the Global community and the University.

d) Innovations

Innovations should lead to the production of goods and services.

e) Industrialisation

Through the commercialisation of goods and services.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID & birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, current salary, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to:

Assistant Registrar, Human Resource & Administration,

Africa University

Fairview Road/Off Nyanga Road

P.O. Box 1320, Mutare,

Zimbabwe

The application pack should be sent as a single pdf file to the following e-mail address: careers@africau.edu not later than 14:00 hrs on Friday, 02 June 2023. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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DUE: 30 APRIL 2023 Africa University is a Pan African, United Methodist-Related Institution in Zimbabwe that recruits students and staff from all over Africa. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the position of the Dean, College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance (CBPLG). The Dean plays a pivotal role in the University’s Senior Management structure, providing overall leadership and management DUE: 30 APRIL 2023

Africa University is a Pan African, United Methodist-Related Institution in Zimbabwe that recruits students and staff from all over Africa. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the position of the Dean, College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance (CBPLG).

The Dean plays a pivotal role in the University’s Senior Management structure, providing overall leadership and management functions, which includes administration and management of the College’s finances. The Dean is also be responsible for all College planning in specific areas of human resources, budgeting, academic programmes, innovation, research, College equipment and other College matters. The successful candidate will be appointed on a four year fixed term contract. The Dean shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor.

POSITION: DEAN-COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PEACE, LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY

•Provide strategic leadership... with a vision, academic excellence through University teaching, research, community engagement,

innovation and industrialisation (Education 5.0) and insight for the College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance;

• Managing, monitoring, developing and evaluating academic programmes leading towards transformational review and renewal; • Quality Assurance of the College activities; • Fostering and maintaining a comprehensive and conducive learning environment in the College; • Leading and Co-ordinating the governance of the College reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of academic programmes; • Developing, leading and encouraging resource mobilisation in support of the College’s goals; and • Performing such other functions as may be prescribed by the Vice Chancellor. ⚫ A minimum qualification of a PhD in either Computer Science, Peace Studies, Business Studies or any related area; • At least five years’ experience in a University or College, administration as Dean of a College, Deputy Dean, Chairperson of a Department, Principal or Director in a University is required;

• Provide academic and administrative leadership to the College, including all College planning and budgeting; • Implementing the policies and objectives of the University and the College through the development and delivery of sound and innovative programmes, the promotion of excellence in teaching and research for the College through partnerships and linkages with

other Universities as well as other organisations;

• Provide leadership in coming up with specialized methods of effective online teaching for the different College disciplines; • Developing a sense of community for the College, students and support staff;

• Developing collaborations and strategic partnerships with College alumni, institutions, corporations and government agencies in

liaison with University administration;

• Implementing programmes and projects in accordance with the University administration;

• Mobilising resources (human and financial) for the College; • Participating where relevant in Academic Meetings such as Senate, College and Departmental Boards;

• Serve as a link facilitating amongst students, staff, Head of Departments, Directors and the University Management;

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The candidate must have:

• An excellent academic record and be a scholar of note with credibility among his/her peers;

• Attainment of Professorship would be an added advantage;

• A strong track record in Teaching, Research, Community Engagement, Innovation and Resource Mobilisation;

• Demonstrable and proven leadership skills and experience of working with a broad range of relevant stakeholders;

• Demonstrate and proven experience with managing diversity and thriving in an international and multicultural environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

SALARY

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TO APPLY

Applications should be strictly sent as one pdf file with application letter, curriculum vitae of certificates, academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their email address, phone number and postal address should be sent to:

Assistant Registrar, Human Resources & Administration

Africa University

Email: careers@africau.edu Cc: vcpo@africau.edu

Those who initially applied for the position are free to re-apply. Applications will close on 30 April 2023. Please, note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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DUE : 30 NOV 2022 Africa University (AU), a Pan-African Institution, a member of the Association of African Universities, a member of the Commonwealth Association of Universities and a United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, has obtained a grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Part of the grant supports the National Tuberculosis (TB) Programme (NTP) to engage an Operational Research Technical DUE : 30 NOV 2022

Africa University (AU), a Pan-African Institution, a member of the Association of African Universities, a member of the Commonwealth Association of Universities and a United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, has obtained a grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Part of the grant supports the National Tuberculosis (TB) Programme (NTP) to engage an Operational Research Technical Assistant.

Duration of work – 1 year

OPERATIONAL RESEARCH TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill this position on a one year fixed-term contract. Reports to NTP Manager

Background and Job Summary The National TB Program constituted a tuberculosis (TB) Research Technical Woo king Group (TBR TWG) in 2020. The TBR TWG drafted the National TB Research Priorities and successfully hosted the inaugural TB Research Open Day in 2021. To capacitate TB researchers in the country, the TBR... TWG plans to we a National TB Operational Research Course for MOHCC staff and implementing partners involved in TB and TB/HIV service delivery. The course will utilize an adaptation of the SORT-IT model. The first instalment of the course is scheduled to run from November 2022-October 2023. On the occasion of its 1st quarterly meeting of 2022, the TBR TWG passed a resolution that an Operational Research Faculty (ORF) be set up to oversee the planning and implementation of the course. A Technical Assistant is to be recruited to provide coordination support and logistical assistance to this Faculty.

DUTIES

The TA shall be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and logistics support towards the planning and implementation of the activities of the Zimbabwe TB OR training course

The TA shall support the scheduling and conducting of bi-monthly and ad hoc OR Faculty meetings.

The TA shall compile OR Course progress update reports for submission to the funder as required.

The TA shall work closely with the Secretariat of the National TB Research Secretariat to ensure smooth coordination of the course.

REQUIREMENTS

First degree in a health-related field Master’s degree in Public Health, or other relevant post-graduate health-related degree would be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledgeable in relevant subject areas including TB, TB/HIV, and TB and comorbidities, epidemiology; data analysis; scientific writing and/or other research areas as guided by the TB Research Priorities document.

Experience in a coordinating role in either academic or public health programming

TO APPLY

Applicants should submit their applications, including a curriculum vitae (including names and contact details of two referees), employment history, contact details, to careers@africau.edu clearly stating Operational Research Faculty Chair in the subject of the email:

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to
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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions: COLLEGE OF PEACE LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Africa University is a private, pan- African, United Methodist-related institution located in Mutare, Zimbabwe. The University is also a member of the Association of African Universities and is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions:

COLLEGE OF PEACE LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Reporting to the H.O.D., the incumbents will serve in the capacity of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor and will provide leadership in contributing to the smooth organisation and implementation of the activities of the programmes offered in the Department.

POST - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

BSc Honours in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering/ Computer Information Systems/ Information Technology / Geographic Information System or equivalent
MSc in Honours in Computer Science/ Computer... Engineering or equivalent
A PhD in Computer Science or equivalent.
Experience in teaching and/or supporting learning in higher education.
Must have experience in developing and teaching online courses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate should be able to carry out research, supervise students’ dissertations and should be able to teach at least 3 of the following modules;

Computational Mathematics
Programming for Machine Learning
Expert Systems and Smart Applications
Web technologies and mobile application development
Object Oriented Programming ,JAVA, Python ,C# ,R
Design of Cyber-Physical Systems
Network Security

Please note that the duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor and Professor are grouped into 5 main categories which are:
a) Teaching
The incumbent is expected to teach or deliver lectures in accordance to the Department and or College guidelines and standards.
b) University Service and Community Engagement
The incumbent should participate in all Department, College and University activities such as attending meetings, training workshops, conferences and seminars, among others.
c) Research
The incumbent is expected to engage in active research in his/her area of specialization which benefits the students, the Global community and the University.
d) Innovations
Innovations should lead to the production of goods and services.
e) Industrialisation
Through the commercialisation of goods and services
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Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Accounting Africa University, a Pan African and United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions: Reporting to the Dean, the main duties and responsibilities of Lecturer in Accounting will be that of teaching, conducting solution-oriented research that will lead to policy Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Accounting

Africa University, a Pan African and United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the following strategic positions:

Reporting to the Dean, the main duties and responsibilities of Lecturer in Accounting will be that of teaching, conducting solution-oriented research that will lead to policy change, commercialisation and industrialisation in line with Education 5.0.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and update curricula in the integrated areas of Financial Reporting, Tax, Auditing, Management (Cost) Accounting.
-Teach the theory and practice of Accounting and related fields
- Contribute to the integrated research areas of the College of Business Peace Leadership and Governance.
- Mentor, supervise and train students for success and professional development in their areas of study
- Supervise students dissertations at... Masters and PhD levels.
- Engage in scholarly research and academic activities in the broader fields of Financial Reporting/ Management Accounting/Taxation/ Auditing and related fields.
- Facilitate training, workshops, seminars and executive courses in Accounting and related fields.
- Develop, write grant proposals and coordinate projects and programmes in Finance/Accounting and related fields in CBPLG programmes.
- Attend and contribute in CBPLG meetings and University Committee meetings.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
-A university doctorate degree in Accounting or related field.
- A professional accounting qualification.
- At least 5 years teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate at tertiary level.
- Experience working in industry or business arena in senior accounting positions.
- Must have strong networking skills in order to work with the local, regional and international organizations.
- Be up to date with international/national financial reporting/ tax/ auditing/ management (cost) accounting/ accounting information systems issues
- Ability to work as a team and respect for cultural diversity.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Demonstrate ability to actively engage in College / Institute's innovative and impactful research profile
- Proven track record of outstanding record of research and publication in the broader fields of Accounting or related fields.
- A successful track record of raising and managing funds from donors and foundations.
- Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Excel and other programmes and systems that enhance quality and innovative learning and teaching.
- In depth knowledge of accounting information systems will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of additional regional languages, such as Swahili, Portuguese, or French will be an added advantage
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