DEPUTY RECTOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS & RESEARCH

LEROTHOLI POLYTECHNIC
MISSION
Lerotholi Polytechnic is committed to advancing technological, scientific, commercial education and training through research and development.
DIVISION: ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT: RECTORATE
JOB TITLE: DEPUTY RECTOR ACADEMIC
AFFAIRS & RESEARCH
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Rector, the Deputy Rector Academic Affairs and Research ensures formulation and implementation of academic policies and regulations of the Polytechnic in line with its strategic plan. He/She is in charge of the day to day academic affairs of the Polytechnic. He/She provides leadership, guidance and motivation in the overall academic activities and development of the Institution.
JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Develops and manages academic programmes and policies of the Institution.
2. Oversees the implementation and coordination of the academic activities of the Polytechnic.
3. Ensures adherence to the academic policies by all schools/faculties.
4. Coordinates and promotes research and development in the Polytechnic
5. Ensures management and development of all the Training Resources of the Polytechnic.
6. Oversees the management and development of the Library.
7. Oversees and evaluates academic programmes and examinations.
8. Ensures periodic curriculum development and review of all programmes.
9. Manages and ensures consistent and stable ICT services provision for both the Students and Staff.
10. Establishes academic links with other institutions.
11. Chairs Examinations and all other academic related committees.
12. Acts in the office of the Rector in his/her absence.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Masters Degree in Education Management or an equivalent plus at least Five (5) years experience in Management for Higher
Education Administration and must be
Research oriented;
A PhD in Education Management/Administration will be an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Excellent leadership and management skills
Good dynamic management styles and approaches
Ability to coordinate multi-facets activities of the organisation
Innovative and creative
DURATION OF THE CONTRACT
The position is for a 4 year fixed term contract with a possibility of renewal based on performance.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitable qualified candidates should submit their applications, which should include Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of Educational Certificates and academic transcripts.
Applicants should also inform their three (3) referees to submit their references directly to the address provided below on or before Friday,
27th November 2015.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary - Lerotholi Polytechnic Governing
Council Lerotholi Polytechnic
P.O. BOX 16
MASERU
NOTE:
Reference letters addressed to: “To whom it may concern”, will not be acceptable at all.
Only successful candidates will be conducted.
The closing date for receiving full applications and references is Friday,
27th November 2015.