DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT LIFE AND EXPERIENCE
VACANCY NO.: IRC 3436
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 Professional: Sign Language in the Department of Student Life and Experience.
The position holder is responsible for the provision of comprehensive mobility support services for students with disabilities at the university. The incumbent will ensure there is accessibility, accommodations and advocacy to promote an inclusive learning environment.
Duties: a. Collaborate with university employees and student groups to provide accessibility services for students with disabilities and raise awareness. b. Assist in identifying students with mobility difficulties and enhance their academic experience. c. Provide individualized mobility support to students with mobility challenges, to help them navigate the university facilities as required. d. Assist in organizing disability awareness seminars/workshops to train university staff and students on providing an inclusive learning environment for all. e. Advise students on the available mobility resources for them f. Assist in conducting accessibility assessments of campus facilities and services to identify barriers and recommend improvements. g. Establish an integrated online computerized information system to accommodate students with disabilities. h. Maintain confidential student records i. Recommend assistive support technologies available to improve accessibility j. Facilitate collaboration with faculties to ensure that teaching and learning materials and resources are developed and provided in accessible formats to students with disabilities. k. Enhance awareness to ensure accommodation is implemented effectively. l. Advise faculty departments on matters pertaining to participation of students with disabilities in laboratory/studio/workshop sessions. m. Assist with the provision of training to students with disabilities in using assistive technology. n. Lead the development of assessment and other accommodation plans based on the needs of students with disabilities.
Qualification Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, Social Work, Disability Studies or related field with specialty in one or more areas of different ability is required.
Experience Requirements: A minimum of four (4) years of experience, three (3) of which should have been at the officer level.
Other Requirements: a. Higher education experience will be an added advantage. b. Extensive experience in Disability Support services, e. Knowledge of disability legislation and best practices in accessibility and accommodations. f. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. j. Empathy, patience and commitment to supporting persons with mobility disability Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable educational environment.
Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: Applicants should address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone and email address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, names, addresses and contact details of three referees. The application material should be addressed to: The application material should be addressed to: The Manager: HR Business Partnering, University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana, Telephone: (+267) 3552250/2167/2842. E-mail: UBHRrecruitment@ub.ac.bw
Hand-delivered applications should be submitted to the University of Botswana administration building, at the corner of Notwane and Mobuto roads, Block 108 - Office No. 205 (second floor).
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) quote the vacancy number; (ii) position applied for, and; (iii) submit the references directly to the address stated above before the stipulated closing date.
The University of Botswana is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified persons, including persons with disabilities.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 09 September 2026