Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) coordinate technical operations of the departmental laboratories and standards in the different sections of the Department (ii) ensure efficient provision of technical services to teaching staff (iii) ensure general safety and security of equipment in the Department (iv) supervise geospatial laboratory staff (v) where necessary, represents the technical staff in Departmental board meetings (vi) be in charge of maintenance of all laboratory equipment, planning and supervising all maintenance work in the laboratories (vii) keep equipment inventory and be responsible for purchase requisitions for the department and renewal of licenses where necessary (viii) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Candidates should: (i) have at least a Higher Diploma or Degree in GIS/Cartography or related field, the possession of an MSc or higher would be an added advantage as is demonstrated knowledge of remote sensing and or computer skills (ii) have at least 5 years post qualification experience in a relevant area and must have demonstrated excellent administrative and supervisory abilities, reliability, highly motivated, ability to work with minimal supervision and commitment to provision of support to where needed. (iii) Individuals with at least 3 years period at a level of senior technician, excluding the period of full-time study may also apply and must have strong interpersonal and communication skills. (iv)Previous experience in academic environment especially interacting with students will be an added advantage
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information, please visit the university website at www.ub.bw
How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V (including telephone, telefax numbers and e-mail address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses (including telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees and three reference letters to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Science, P/Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana. Telephone (267) 355 2471, Fax: (267) 318 5079 Email: fosvacancies@ub.ac.bw
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy Number and Position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).
Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 6 September 2021