FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS SCIENCE, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND COACHING
VACANCY NO: IRC 3560
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 Recreation and Sports Management in the Department of Sports Science, Physical Education and Coaching under the School of Allied Health Sciences.
The Lecturer in Recreation and Sports Management is responsible for undertaking independent teaching and research in the Recreation and Sports Management 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 University.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: i. Contribute to the development of and implementation of university, faculty and school level strategies, policies, plans, and procedures; ii. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Recreation and Sports Management, sports practical activity and related courses; iii. Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; iv. Conduct research in the specialize areas of Recreation and Sports Management and also complement existing research activities; iv. Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; v. Provide good disciplinary knowledge and ensure that use a range of learning practices; vi. Develop, update, and deliver undergraduate and possibly some graduate courses; vii. Design and administer assessments that accurately measure student learning outcomes; viii. Present scholarly articles at national and international seminars and conferences; ix. Develop portfolio of creative and professional work and participate in competitions to showcase contribution; x. Facilitate research capability development at community level; xi. Contribute to the development of research proposals and implementation of projects; xii. Participate in external research in efforts to boost the standing of the university/ institute as required; xiii. Participate in the identification and mitigation of operational risks; xiv. Collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders as needed to effectively deliver duties as defined; xv. Assist with organizing faculty/ university symposium and conferences of national importance and perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of School/Departmental Chairperson.
Requirements: Applicant should: have(i) A PhD/Doctoral degree in Physical Education, with specialization in Recreation Management, Sport Management or related/relevant field; (ii) Evidence of engagement in research.
N.B. In exceptional circumstances, a holder of a Masters in Recreation Management and Sport Management with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field with a pass oof at least 2(i) or GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent may be.
Added advantages: i) Evidence of governance (e.g. service to a university) and social engagement (e.g. service to the profession and community), ii) teaching experience at a university or comparable institution, iii) Evidence of scholarship in Recreation and Sport Management.
Other Requirements: Registered or eligible for registration with the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
Remuneration: the University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply:
The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers, dates published, name of publishers, name of co-authors if any, and evidence of indexing in recognized databases for journal articles. Publications should be categorized into books, monographs, refereed journals, non-refereed journals, chapters in books, conference proceedings (specifying if peer-reviewed), etc. Candidates should also provide information on research grants, supervision, and other scholarly achievements.
Applicants should address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, skype and email address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, samples of the relevant publications, names, addresses and contact details of three referees. The application material should be addressed to: The Faculty Manager, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Corner of Notwane and Mabuto Roads, University of Botswana, Private Bag 00713 Gaborone, Botswana; or email to fmhsvacancies@ub.ac.bw
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) quote the vacancy number; (ii) position applied for; (iii) submit the references directly to the address stated above before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be sent to: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences building, Block 246, 3rd Floor, Office No. A311
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 06 November 2026