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 3507
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 Music Education in the Department of Creative and Applied Arts and Design.
The Technician in Music Education 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 the 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 in Managing the departmental music laboratory through monitoring of lab equipment and supervision of lab activities; (ii) Provide technical assistance to staff members in the use of musical instruments during the teaching of music education; (iii) Organizing and cataloguing all audio musical instruments and materials (iv) Provide support during the conducting of tutorials; (v) Order equipment and supplies (recording studio discs, sound equipment, instruments, etc. as assigned; (vi) Prepare schedules for student recitals, band and choral concerts; (vii) Facilitate the logistics of approved music group performances; (viii) Detect and report faults within the premises; (ix) Demonstrate and monitor equipment or materials for experiments to students and researchers; (x) Communicate effectively to understand laboratory or workshop requirements and help accordingly; (xi) Maintain a clean and organized laboratory/ workshop/ studio environment following health and safety protocols and guidelines; (xii) Participate in the identification and mitigation of operational risks; (xiii) Respond to customer/ stakeholder queries and inquiries related to area of expertise; (xiv) Collaborate with other units as needed to effectively deliver duties as defined; (xv) Actively engage with the professional community to support and develop expertise in area of profession; (xvi) Comply with relevant regulations and legislation and (xvii) Undertake any other duties as directed by the supervisor/Line Manager/Head of School in line with their role.
Requirements: Candidates should have at least: (i) A Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or related field. (ii) Knowledge of music notation and use of relevant software.
Added advantages: (i) at least one year experience as a technician in the music field, (ii) working at university or comparable institution, (iii) experience of handling and using of more than two musical instruments, (v) member of a recognised and relevant 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 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 an active 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) 3554044/2231/2196; Fax (267) 318-5098; E-mail: hessvacancies@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 the University of Botswana Gaborone campus, Block 239 Office No. 118.
Closing date: 08 October 2026