FACULTY OF HUMANITIES, EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF MEDIA, INFORMATION AND CREATIVE ARTS
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
VACANCY NO: IRC 3419
The University of Botswana (UB), a premier state-owned tertiary institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence, research, innovation and meaningful societal impact, invites applications from accomplished and suitably qualified professionals for the position of Lecturer in Information Systems in the Department of Information and Knowledge Management under the School of Media, Information and Creative Arts.
The Lecturer in Information Systems is responsible for undertaking independent teaching and research in the Information Systems discipline or related areas and make independent contributions to professional practice and/or expertise. The incumbent will also coordinate or lead the related activities as appropriate to the discipline and undertake administrative activities of the Institution.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: teach Information Systems courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate must be able to teach in at least 3 of the following areas: Systems Analysis and Design; Strategic Information Systems; Database Systems; Decision Support Systems; Information Security; E-Commerce Project Management; Applied Knowledge Management; Business or Competitive Intelligence; Artificial Intelligence; Cyber Law and Ethics. Knowledge of at least two of the following programming languages is crucial: Python, Java, C++ and Visual Basic .NET, and the ability to program in one of these environments: Linux, UNIX, and/or Windows platforms. In addition, the candidate will be expected to undertake research and perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chairperson of the Department.
Requirements: Applicants must have: (i) a PhD/Doctorate in Information Systems or in a related/relevant discipline; (ii) A relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2(i) pass or a GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent; (iii) Evidence of engagement in research and service;
Added advantages: (i) A professional qualification, (ii) Teaching experience at a university or comparable institution and (iii) Demonstration of effective academic leadership.
Other Requirements: i. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders; ii. Understanding of teaching and principles and practices; iii. Understanding of research methodologies, tools and principles; iv. Registration or eligibility for registration with Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) or a relevant and recognized professional body is required.
Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide additional information to assist the University in determining their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Faculty Manager, Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00703, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355-2643/2196/4044; Fax (267) 318-5098; E-mail: hessvacancies@ub.ac.bw
Where applicable, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of published works, clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers (for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates of publications, names of publishers, name/s of co-authors if any and number of pages. The works should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non-refereed works, consultancies and practical media projects.
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 the University of Botswana Gaborone campus, Office No. 118 at Block 239.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Closing Date: 08 October 2026