VICE-CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE

Internal Audit Section

Qualifications and Experience:

 Degree in Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting or Financial Management.

 Two years of work experience in an internal audit environment.

 Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors would be an added advantage.

 Exceptional accounting skills.

 Analytical thinker with string conceptual and problem-solving skills.

 Meticulous attention to detain with the ability to multi-task.

 Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Internal Auditor – Information Technology (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Accounting, MIS, or in other related

discipline.

 Possess certifications such as CISA or CISSP, or other related one.

 Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors would be an added advantage.

 Strong Analytical skills and ability to effectively prioritize and coordinate multiple

deliverables simultaneously.

 Strong ability to work effectively in a team and to communicate verbally and in writing

with both external and internal customers.

 Eagerness to learn in diverse areas, as well as possess strong ability to work

independently to produce desired results.

 At least two years’ experience in Auditing or working in an IT environment.

Chief Risk Officer (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 A Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management/Insurance and Risk Management or its

equivalent.

 A Masters’ degree in Risk Management/Insurance and Risk Management or its

equivalent will be an added advantage.

 Must have a high level of written and oral communication skills, as well as strong

knowledge of business processes.

 Strong analytical skills and ability to effectively prioritise and coordinate multiple

deliverables simultaneously.

 Strong ability to work effectively in a team and to communicate verbally and in writing

with both external and internal customers.

 Ability to work independently to produce desired results.

 At least six years’ experience in a risk management position at senior level.

Risk Officer (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 A Bachelors’ degree in Risk Management/Insurance and Risk Management or its

equivalent

 A Masters’ degree in Risk Management/Insurance and Risk Management or its

equivalent will be an added advantage

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 Strong analytical skills and ability to effectively prioritize and coordinate multiple deliverables simultaneously

 Strong ability to work effectively in a team and to communicate verbally and in writing with both external and internal customers

 Ability to work independently to produce desired results.

 At least two years’ experience in a risk management position.

Information and Communication Technology Services

1.5 Webmaster (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must have an Honours Degree in Computer Science or its equivalent with two

years of relevant experience. The candidate must have experience in working with Agile software development methodologies, and a good working knowledge of HTML, PHP, MySQL, PHPMyAdmin, Linux, Apache, JavaScript, Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator or CMS (Joomla, Prestashop, Magento, WordPress).

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 The candidate will be responsible for the designing, development and maintenance of the core University Website. The candidate must exhibit outstanding organisational and time management skills, be an analytical thinker and problem solve.

Graduate Trainee (2 Posts)

Qualifications and Experience

 The University is looking for a versatile and dynamic Graduate Trainees to join its

Information and Communication Technology Services (ICTS) team. Applicants must have an Honours Degree in computer Science or equivalent. The successful candidate will undergo a two-year comprehensive training program in the ICTS department. The Trainee will be exposed to various data acquisition methods, agile software engineering methodologies, cloud computing and network technology domains. The candidate must exhibit organisational and time management skills. They should also be an analytical thinker, problem solver and familiar with design concepts as well as be conversant with MySQL, PHP and C#.

Physical Planning Works and Estates 1.7 Bricklayer (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 5 O Levels including English and Maths

 A recognised vocational qualification in construction, Skilled Worker 1 registration with

NEC Construction Industry.

 Minimum of 2 years post qualification

Welder (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 5 O Levels including English and Mathematics

 A recognised Vocational qualification-6G and or Level 1 in welding

Nurse (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants should hold a Diploma in General Nursing, be registered with the Nurses council of Zimbabwe, holds a valid practicing certificate and a qualification in Counselling.

 Forensic training for dispensing, a degree in Nursing Science and experience in handling students preferably at Higher and Tertiary education will be added advantage.

Janitors (3 Posts) Qualifications and Experience

 Minimum of five (5) ordinary level subjects including English language.

 Possess a relevant Diploma

 Experience in student management at Higher and Tertiary education.

Principal Accountant (2 Posts) Qualifications and Experience

 Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Accounting and Finance or Accounting or

Finance or equivalent.

 Five (5) years post qualification.

 A Master’s Degree would be an added advantage.

 Experience in Pastel and Paywell packages would be a distinct advantage.

 Experience in accounting field such as Payments, Finance and Accounting.

Assistant Accountant (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting

 Four years post qualification experience.

 Experience in Accounting field as well as educational institution.

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 Experience in Pastel and Paywell packages would be a distinct advantage.

Cashier (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 5 (five) Ordinary Levels passes including English Language and Mathematics or

Accounts.

 National Diploma in Accounting plus two years post qualification experience will be an

added advantage.

 Accounting and Paywell packages would be a distinct advantage.

 Higher qualifications would be an added advantage.

Assistant Librarian (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must have a BSC Honours Degree in Library and Information Science plus

two years post qualification experience.

 A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science will be an added advantage

Shop Supervisor (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship Financial Management or related area. Traceable experience in a supervisory capacity at a retail store or business entity is a prerequisite.

Shop Assistant (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a minimum of five (5) passes at Ordinary level. Traceable

experience in till operation, Cashiering and stock management at a retail store or business entity is a prerequisite.

Cook for LSU Mart Restaurant (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a National Certificate in Professional Cookery or related subject

and at least 5 O level passes including English Language. A minimum of two years working experience in the hotel sector or bar/restaurant/institutional catering/mobile catering operations is a mandatory. Applicants must have knowledge of Food and Beverage Standard Operating Procedures and knowledge of health and safety in the kitchen environment

Department of Accounting and Finance

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship

6.1.1 Accounting and Finance (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Accounting or related subject area and a

good Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Accounting or related subject area passed with at least an upper second class (2.1). A relevant PhD or at least two years industrial/teaching experience would be distinct advantage.

Department of Accounting and Finance

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship Hospitality and Tourism (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Hospitality and Tourism or related subject

area and a good Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Hospitality and Tourism or related subject area passed with at least an upper second class (2.1). A relevant PhD or at least two years industrial/teaching experience would be a distinct advantage

Department of Accounting and Finance

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship Hospitality and Tourism (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Hospitality and Tourism or related subject

area and a good Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Hospitality and Tourism or related subject area passed with at least an upper second class (2.1). A relevant PhD or at least two years industrial/teaching experience would be a distinct advantage

Department of Business Management

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship 6.2.1 Marketing (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a good Master’s degree in Marketing Strategy and a Bachelor of

Commerce Honours Degree in Marketing or related area, passed with at least an upper second class (2.1). A minimum of two years relevant industry/teaching experience is mandatory. A relevant PhD will be a distinct advantage.

Department of Business Management

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship

Supply Chain Management (2 Posts)

Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a good Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management and a

Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Supply Chain Management or related area, passed with at least an upper second class (2.1). A minimum of two years relevant industry/teaching experience is mandatory. A relevant PhD will be a distinct advantage.

 Department of Languages, Campus Radio

7.1.1 Broadcasting Engineer (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications passed with at least a 2.1 class (4) years post qualification experience. A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage. In addition the applicant should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Broadcasting Technician (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications passed with at least a 2.1 class plus (2) yeast post qualification experience.

News Editor (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science/Arts Degree in Media/Journalism passed with at least a 2.1 or better, plus three (3) years newsroom experience.

Station Manager (1 Post)

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Media/Journalism/Communication or related field passed with a 2.1 or better, a Master’s Degree in Media/Journalism plus three (3) years post qualification experience.

Department of Development Studies

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship

7.2.1 Peace and Security Studies (1 Post) Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Peace and Security Studies passed with

merit or better and a Bachelor’s Degree in Peace and Security Studies passed with a grade 2.1 or better. A PhD in peace and Security Studies, Political Science and/or Internal Relations, considerable teaching and research experience and a proven record of publications in refereed scientific journal, are a distinct advantage.

Department of Development Studies

Development Studies (1 Post)

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship

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Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Development Studies passed with merit or better and Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies passed with a grade 2.1 or better. A PhD in Development studies, considerable teaching and research experience and a proven record of publications in refereed journals are distinct advantage

Department of Development Studies Sociology (2 Posts)

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship/Associate Professorship/Professorship Qualifications and Experience

 Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Sociology, passed with a merit or better.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology passed with a grade 2.1 or better. A PhD in Sociology, considerable teaching and research experience and a proven record of publications in refereed scientific journals, are a distinct advantage

APPLICATIONS

Interested and qualified persons should send one set of their application in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line to erecruitment@lsu.ac.zw. The application should consist of the application letter, Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, birth certificate and National Identity Card.

The Application letter should be addressed to:

The Senior Assistant Registrar Lupane State University Human Resources Section

P O Box 170

Lupane

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 28 October 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.