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TEMPORARY FULL-TIME ART AND DESIGN DEMONSTRATOR (1 year contract) - PRIMARY EDUCATION

FACULTY OF EDUCATION - DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY EDUCATION

VACANCY NO: IRC 1034 - TEMPORARY FULL-TIME ART AND DESIGN DEMONSTRATOR (1 year contract)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Demonstrator in Art and Design Education, Department of Primary Education, Faculty of Education.

Duties:  The successful candidate will be expected to assist in: i) managing the departmental art and design education laboratory and store-room ii) issue tools, materials and equipment to students laboratory and store-rooms iii) prepare Art and Design studios/laboratories for students’ practical sessions; iv) run tutorials in Art and Design Education demonstrating competency in the use of studio/laboratory equipment and experimental techniques to classes; v) maintain acceptable safety standards in Art and Design studios; vi) maintain inventory of stock and record equipment loaned to staff or students; vii) maintain standards and a high productivity in the studios/laboratories; viii) inspect, maintain service and repair all equipment and machinery where appropriate (ix) undertake  the purchase of equipment/materials) carry out any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor or the Head of Department.

Requirements:  Candidates should have i) at least a Bachelor’s degree in Art and Design Education or a Bachelor’s degree in education with a specialization in art or a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art. iii) The candidate must have taken courses in graphics and ceramics; iv) service at a level of art and Design Technician or Teaching Assistant at recognized tertiary institution will be an added advantage.

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 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 CV’s (including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana or E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw.  Telephone 355 2840, Fax (267) 3183096.  Applicants should inform their referees to i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position(s) applied for and ii) submit their references directly to the above address before the stipulated closing date.  Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be processed.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB:  Only shortlisted applications will be contacted.

Closing date:  12 August 2022

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