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EXECUTIVE DEAN (Contract Position)

 

UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR, TEACHING & LEARNING FACULTIES

VACANCY NO: IRC 3152

The University of Botswana seeks to recruit Executive Deans for the following Faculties:

  1. Faculty of Natural & Applied Science
  2. Faculty of Engineering & The Built Environment

The Executive Dean of Faculty provides visionary direction and strategic oversight to the entire Faculty. The position holder is responsible for shaping the teaching and learning, research priorities, and management of the Faculty operations.

Duties:

Strategy & Policy

  1. To contribute to the development of the University’s strategy, policies, processes and procedures
  2. Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive faculty strategic plan, policies and procedures in line with the University’s overall goals.
  3. Monitor and evaluate the performance of Faculty operations against established goals and objectives, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending corrective action as needed.
  4. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance academic excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  5. Promote a culture of service excellence, manage resources effectively and drive change where necessary in order to build the reputation of the Faculty.

Academic Excellence

  1. Ensure the development and delivery of high-quality academic programmes that meet accreditation standards and respond to the needs of students and industry.
  2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment practices.

Research & Innovation

  1. Lead the faculty’s research agenda, encouraging a culture of research excellence and impactful contributions to knowledge
  2.  Advance research initiatives and foster innovation.
  3. Strengthen university outreach and service initiatives in support of becoming an engaged university.

Student Success

  1. Prioritize student success by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  2. Development and lead the implementation on initiatives to enhance student engagement, retention, and overall academic experience.

Customer & Stakeholder Experience

  1. Cultivate and strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, including industry partners, government agencies, and community organizations.
  2. Represent the faculty in key academic and professional forums.
  3. Advocate for the faculty’s interests and contributions at the university and broader community levels.
  4. Provide excellent customer services ensuring client and stakeholder satisfaction.
  5. Resolve customer enquiries and issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  6. Identify and address areas of improvement for customer and stakeholder experience

Risk Management & Compliance

  1. Develop and manage the faculty risk register with clear mitigation strategies
  2. Coordinate and support internal and external faculty audits as per the university policy.
  3. Address audit findings and recommendations to improve processes and controls
  4. Ensure faculty compliance to legislative and statutory requirements
  5. Collaborate with the legal and compliance departments to address legal and regulatory issues

People Management

  1. Provide leadership in recruiting, mentoring, and retaining a diverse and accomplished faculty
  2. Coordinate and support internal and external faculty audits as per the university policy
  3. Address audit findings and recommendations to improve processes and controls
  4. Ensure faculty compliance to legislative and statutory requirements
  5. Collaborate with the legal and compliance departments to address legal and regulatory issues.

Financial Management

  1. Provide leadership in recruiting, mentoring, and retaining a diverse and accomplished faculty.
  2. Support professional development initiatives to enhance teaching, research, and leadership capabilities.
  3. Engage and discipline staff I accordance with defined human resources management policies and procedures and prevailing labor laws
  4. Develop and manage the faculty budget
  5. Recommend expenditure in accordance with delegated limits
  6. Identify opportunities to generate additional revenue and /or funding for the faculty.
  7. Prudently manage faculty costs highlighting clear return on investments for the university

General

Undertake any other duties as directed by the supervisor

Position Requirements:

  1. A minimum of PhD/Doctorate in relevant discipline.  A relevant Master’s degree or fellowship in the area of discipline is mandatory.
  2. A minimum of ten (10) years' experience in teaching, research, and governance and social engagement experience in a higher institution re required.
  3. Must have served a minimum of three (3) years as Head of School/Deputy Dean or their equivalent.
  4. Member of recognized professional body

Other Requirements

  1. Substantial academic leadership experience, preferably in a university setting
  2. Strong record of scholarly achievements and research
  3. Demonstrated success in strategic planning and implementation
  4. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
  5. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  6. Financial acumen and budget management experience

Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.  For more information on the University, please visit our website 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 the applicants’ suitability for the position. Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for; provide current CVs (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mails), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three (3) reference letters. 

Applicants should also inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position applied for and (ii) Submit their references directly to the address below before the stipulated closing date. 

Send your applications to: The Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Teaching & Learning Office, University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana, Telephone: (+267) 3552033/5656/2032. E-mail: tabanem@ub.ac.bw  

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 310 at 108 (Third floor, Administration Building)

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 11 May 2026

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