FACULTY OF HUMANITIES, EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF MEDIA, INFORMATION AND CREATIVE ARTS
DEPARTMENT OF CREATIVE AND APPLIED ARTS AND DESIGN
VACANCY NO: IRC 3506
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 Technician in Clothing and Textiles in the Department of Creative and Applied Arts and Design.
The Technician in Clothing and Textiles is responsible for preparing equipment and materials for laboratories/workshops/studios and providing teaching support as required for all teaching and learning environments. The position holder will ensure that equipment and materials within the premises are in good order and maintains an inventory for stocks and equipment from assigned laboratories/ workshops/studios.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) Assist with monitoring equipment or materials for students; (ii) Prepare equipment for assigned laboratory/workshop classes, (iii) Assist with practical evaluation/grading of student laboratory work, tests, tutorials and workshops;(iv) Assist in procurement of laboratory/workshop and studio sundries; (v) Maintain inventory of stocks and equipment loans issued from the assigned laboratories,; (vi) Operate and perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment functionality, (vii) Detect and report faults within the premises; (viii) Demonstrate and monitor equipment or materials for experiments to students and researchers; (viii) Communicate effectively to understand laboratory or workshop requirements and help accordingly; (ix) Maintain a clean and organized laboratory/ workshop/ studio environment following health and safety protocols and guidelines; (x) Participate in the identification and mitigation of operational risks; (xi) Respond to customer/ stakeholder queries and inquiries related to area of expertise; (xii) Collaborate with other units as needed to effectively deliver duties as defined; (xiii) Actively engage with the professional community to support and develop expertise in area of profession; (xiv) Comply with relevant regulations and legislation and Undertake any other duties as directed by the supervisor/Line Manager/Head of School in line with their role.
Requirements: Candidates should have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Home Economics/ Family and Consumer Sciences with courses in clothing construction or related relevant field.
Added advantages: (i) at least one year of relevant experience as a teacher, technician or demonstrator in a Home Economics / Family and Consumer Sciences lab specifically in clothing area; (ii) working at a university or comparable institution; (iii) member of recognised professional body.
Other Requirements: (i) Ability to operate and troubleshoot various educational technologies and equipment; (ii) Evidence of ensuring accuracy in preparation of materials and grading; (iii) Basic understanding of technical equipment and maintenance procedures; (iv) Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn and develop technical skills; (v) Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other 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, names and addresses of three (3) referees, and send complete documentation to: The Faculty Manager, Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00703, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3554044/2231/2196; Fax (267) 318 5098; E-mail: hessvacancies@ub.ac.bw.
Hand-delivered applications should be submitted to the University of Botswana Gaborone campus, Block 239 Office No. 118.
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.
Closing date: 08 October 2026