The Zambia University-College of Technology (formerly Zambia Information & Communications Technology College – ZICTC) is a Government owned higher learning institution established by Statutory Instrument No. 39 of 2022. The institution has continued to record growth in various areas of operation, as evidenced by the recent upgrade from College to University-College, in line with the Higher Education Act. The UniversityCollege is based in Ndola, and offers locally and internationally accredited professional and academic programmes, and a range of other products and services, such as consultancies and software development.
In order to build of the current successes and achieve even greater heights, the University-College seeks to recruit dedicated and innovative professionals who are passionate about making a significant and positive contribution to the education sector in Zambia. If you are such an individual possessing necessary qualifications and competencies, you are encouraged to apply for one of the following positions:
LECTURER – ACCOUNTS in the School of Business – G4.2 Salary Grade, Part -time (1 Position) :
Re-Advertised
Minimum Qualifications
1. Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Mathematics
2. Bachelor of Accounting
3. MBA Finance or similar/equivalent qualification
4. An earned PhD will be an added advantage
5. Evidence of peer reviewed publications will be an added advantage
6. At least two (2) years’ related experience
Job Purpose (Lecturing positions): Responsible for teaching and research; and for the development and
review of curricula, supervision and marking of assessments and examinations; project supervision, student guidance, consultancy and community services; and administrative duties that may be assigned.
Key Responsibilities for Lecturing positions:
1. Preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.
2. Developing curricula and course material that can be used across a range of platforms.
3. Engaging industry, and collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching
methods and expand knowledge base, leading to thoroughly equipped graduates.
4. Setting, invigilating and grading assignments, tests, examinations, and research projects.
5. Conducting research, and writing papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
6. Participating in the institution’s, innovation, consultancy, and business development strategies
7. Attending and participating in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the
institution.
8. Mentoring and providing support to students and other colleagues.
9. Staying current by reading widely and producing published work in the field.
10. Carry out administrative tasks related to the department, such as student admissions, induction programmes and involvement in committees and boards
Special aptitudes, disposition and personal qualities of ideal candidate for Lecturing positions:
- Demonstrable expertise in area of specialization
- Good organisational, communications, interpersonal, networking, analytical and general administrative skills
- Good emotional intelligence and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve both your own teaching/research goals and the aims of your Faculty
- Ability to appropriately utilise ICT applications to support a blended learning approach to education
- Ability to design, produce and use a range of assessment instruments that are current, reliable,
practicable and accessible
Application Details
All applicants should submit a typed cover letter of not more than two pages that clearly states the position applied for; the academic and professional qualifications they possess; and the major achievements in their previous and/or current job. Furthermore, the Curriculum vitae should be current, not more than five pages long, clearly state the duration(s) and nature of their past and current work experience; and include at least four traceable referees with current phone numbers and email addresses.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be communicated to. Furthermore, all successful applicants will be required to present certificates of verification/validation of all their academic and professional qualifications from the Zambia Qualifications Authority. All applications should be received by the undersigned by 17.00 hours on Thursday 28th July, 2022. Application that do not adhere to the stated guidelines may not be considered. Kindly send your application to:
The Registrar
Zambia Information and Communications Technology College
Plot 2983 Kalewa Road, Northrise
P.O. Box 71601
NDOLA
Or soft copies to clumano@zictcollege.edu.zm
PLEASE NOTE: ANY FORM OF LOBBYING MAY LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION OF THE
CANDIDATE.
