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CHIEF TECHNICIAN - MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE EDUCATION

FACULTY OF EDUCATION - DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE EDUCATION

VACANCY NO: FE/MSE 3/2022 - CHIEF TECHNICIAN

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) coordinate technical operations of the departmental laboratories and standards in the different subsections 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 all 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 (viii) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Candidates should: (i) have at least a Higher National Diploma or Degree in a relevant science field or related field, the possession of an MSc or higher would be an added advantage (ii) have at least 5 years post qualification experience in a relevant area and must have demonstrated excellent administrative and supervisory abilities. (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

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:  Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position.  They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana or E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw. .  Telephone 355 2840, Fax (267) 3183096.  Applicants should inform their referees to i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position(s) applied for and ii) submit their references directly to the above address before the stipulated closing date.  Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB:  Only shortlisted applications will be contacted.

Closing date: 26 August 2022

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