Job Details

Job Description

Unicaf University is an independent, accredited university, offering high-quality internationally recognized qualifications, combining the best elements of online education. Unicaf University in Zambia is growing and looking for applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Programme Leader/Head, Department of Law and Politics.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide feedback to applicants’ research proposals and research ethics application forms.
• Participate in prospective applicants’ interviews.
• Participate in progression boards and student evaluations of doctoral students.
• Supervise doctoral students within their area of expertise
• Assist in producing associated reports, and work with other team members to ensure that the relevant timelines are kept.
• Report to the Head Department of Law and Politics.

Essential Requirements

• Proficient knowledge of English
• Doctoral degree; doctoral students nearing completion are also eligible for application.
• Knowledge of research methods and research ethics.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education will be considered an advantage.
• Target oriented with good time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Confident, team-worker.

Method of Application
Candidates should submit, by email, an application letter, the latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees, and, certified copies of their academic and professional qualifications to: [email protected] . They should also specify the position they are applying for.