Jobs at Mbeya University of Science and Technology

Mbeya University of Science and Technology invites applications from suitably and competent persons to fill vacancies that exist at the University. Mbeya University Staff are highly encouraged to apply.

A successful candidate shall work on contract for a period and terms indicated in the respective post.

1. PRINCIPALS (4 Posts)
b) College of Engineering and Technology (1 post)
c) College of Science and Education (1 post)
d) Institute of Science and Technology (1 post)
e) Rukwa Campus (1 post)

Qualification

Holder of a Doctorate Degree (PhD) in Engineering, Science/ Technology/Science with Education, who is at least a Senior Lecturer.
Working Experience
Should have teaching experience of not less than nine (9) years of which four (4) years should be in a senior administrative position in a related higher leaning Institution.
Key Responsibilities
(i) Responsible to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Academic, Research and Consultancy matters, and to the Deputy Vice Chancellor responsible for Planning Finance and Administration for matters related to the College institute.
(ii) The academic and administrative head of the College institute and ex-officio Chairperson of the College institute/Academic Board.
(iii) Serve as liaison between the University and the College institute in handling of matters of interest to the University.
(iv) Oversee the consultancy activities within the College institute.
(v) Coordinate the execution of programs, policies and decisions which the University approve or adopts
(vi) Table to the University, College institute, matters which require considerations and approval.
(vii) Prepare and present the College institute budget to the University.
(viii) Affirm to the University the adequacy of staff coordination and contribution in matters presented for consideration
(ix) Interpret the University instructions to the College institute
(x) Originate and/or approves administrative controls to ensure integrated execution of College institute programs
(xi) Report to the University on the overall efficiency, effectiveness and economy
of College institute operations
(xii) Facilitate learning (by teaching) of academic programs in the College/
Institute
(xiii) Assign duties and delegate to the College institute staff in their execution of programs and policies which the University adopts subject to such controls as it may establish
(xiv) Review and approve major College institute management methods, organization changes and recommends to the University.
(xv) Supervise and maintain acceptable standard discipline of staff in the College/
Institute
(xvi) Ensure that appropriate matters are presented or communicated to the
University at the proper time.
(xvii) Develop formal definition and communication of College institute programs,
Policies, procedures.
Xviii) Supervise work performance of the staff in the College institute
xix) Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the University.

DEAN OF STUDENTS

Qualification

Holder of a Doctorate Degree (PhD) in Engineering/ Technology/Science/Education with Science/ Management who is Senior Lecturer.

Directors (4 Posts)

(a) Director of Undergraduate Studies (1 post)

Director of Distance and Continuing Education (1 Post)

Director of Post Graduate Studies Research and Publications (1 Post)

Director of Post Graduate Studies Research and Publications (1 Post)

Director -Centre for Quality Assurance and Control

Qualification

Holder of a Doctorate Degree (PhD) who is at least a Senior Lecturer in Engineering, Science/ Technology/Science with Education

Tenure of Office
The Principal shall hold the office for a term of three (3) years and may be reappointed consecutively for one more term of three (3) years upon satisfactory service.
Salary Scale: As attached to his/her duty post
Fringe Benefits: As determined by the Council

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
(i) All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania
(ii) Applicants must attach an up - to - date /current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having
Reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers
(iii) Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
(iv) Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
(v) Testimonials, and partial results slips shall not be accepted.
(vi) Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV
shall necessitate legal action.
(vii) Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
(viii) . Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).
(ix) Only short listed candidates will be informed on the date of interview
(x) Application letters should be written in English.
(xi) Deadline for application is 29th February, 2016 at 3:30p.m.
Application letters should be posted to the following address:
THE VICE CHANCELLOR,
MBEYA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY,
P.O.BOX 131,
MBEYA.
Or through Email: mist@mist.ac.tz or dvcpfamust@gmail.com