Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. The candidate should be able to teach at least three of the following: Research Methods and Computer Applications; Qualitative Research Methods; Public Sector Reforms; Public Sector Financial Management; Human Resources Management; Industrial Relations; Public Policy and Administration; and International Administration. The successful candidate must also be able to take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate and post graduate research work. The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined above.
Requirements: (i) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration or related discipline; (ii) Show evidence of engagement in research; (iii) Evidence of governance and social engagement as well as teaching experience at a university or comparable institution will be added advantages.
N.B. In special circumstances, a relevant Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related discipline with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related discipline of at least 2.1 or equivalent may be considered.
Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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 CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552556; Fax (267) 3185099; E-mail: fssvacancies@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 Block 240, Office No. 137: (240/137).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 3rd May 2021