Equator University of Science and Technology (EQUSaT) is one of Uganda’s newest Quality Private Universities offering a wide range of academic programs accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). Among the programs offered are Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB); Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS); Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), and Bachelor of Science in Public Health. There are also academic programmes at certificate, and Diploma levels in Information Technology, Computer Science, and Business Administration. In addition, the University through its Science, Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship HUB (STIE-Hub) offers several short term non-academic programmes in vocational skilling, entrepreneurship, computing, data science among others.
EQUSaT is recruiting and invites qualified, competent, skilled and highly motivated human resources to fill vacancies as outlined in this advert. Applicants should submit their applications (in soft copy) and 5 hard copies along with detailed and updated CVs, copies of all relevant academic documents, proof of previous or current employment, promotions etc (where applicable), and copies of their National IDs or Passports. Applicants are also required to provide names, telephone contacts, and email addresses of three reachable (email, phone and whatsApp) professional and work referees who can attest to their good character, professional competencies, adherence to ethical standards and good standing.
EQUSaT does not discriminate in any way and all candidates 1are treated and handled in their own merit regardless of gender, religion, nationality, ethnicity, colour, disability etc. Prospective applicants are required to note the following:
a) All positions will be on a full time basis as per the University terms and conditions
b) Applicants will be expected to present their academic documents, and other valid certificates of registration and practice where applicable.
c) All academic qualifications and related documents must have been obtained from recognized institutions
d) Applicants with qualifications obtained outside the East Africa Region will be required to equate them with the National Council for Higher Education.
e) Salaries and benefits are attractive and commensurate with the qualifications and experience attached to each position and the candidate’s merit;
f) All academic staff will be required to develop capacity for online Distance Learning (ODeL) and blended delivery and must be computer Literate;
g) Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted;
h) Female applicants are encouraged to apply;
i) The detailed information of this advert may as well be accessed through the University Website.
Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience and other job requirements
1. Minimum of a Masters Degree degree with an excellent recording teaching, research and administration. 2. Atleast3yearsofworking experience, two of which must be at Management level in
reputable Institution of higher learning.
3. Should have broad knowledge of academic ERP systems.
4. Prior experiencing Curriculum development, teaching, research and publication, examination management and assessments.
5. Must be industrious, self-drive and ready to work for long hours.
6. Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
7. Knowledgeable and skilled to handle student academic and other needs 8. Good track record of
1. Receive and process applications for admissions and submit them to the Admissions Committee for consideration;
2. Ensure that all students admitted, registered and graduate fulfil the minimum entry requirements and standards
3. Prepare and implement all matters regarding admissions, registration and graduation of students; 4. Develop and maintain an efficient, systematic and accurate record to do with admissions, registration, teaching and learning and graduation list spouse of the ERP system. 5. Assist to Coordinate and perform activities related to admissions, registration, transfers, exemption, dead year halted, progress extension, withdraw, discontinuation among others;
6. Prepare hand books in regard to admissions, registrations, graduation policies, rules and regulations to students;
7. Implement rules and regulations of the university that are directly related with the functions of the department in accordance with the policies and directives of the organs of the University.
successful supervisory experience in a people oriented University or higher education environment.
9. Be able to expand on the marketing drives for student enrollment and attracting of high calibre Academic and Research staff 10.APhDqualificationwillbe an added advantage
8. Work towards ensuring provision of professional, efficient and timely services of the department
9. Work with the Marketing department in the advertisement of different programs for the interested candidates to join the programs;
10.Ensurethat the academic ceremonies and graduations are successfully organized and conducted.
11.Prepare and disseminate information regarding commencement of teaching, teaching time tables and examination schedules such as preparations of examination time tables, issuing of examination cards, enforcement of examination rules and regulations, management of examination results 12.Monitor students’ academic progress, ensure safe custody of students’ examination results, verify and certify students’ completion requirements, and issue
academic qualification documents to students who meet all academic requirements;
13.Workout and issue academic almanac and university catalogue
(Academic programs and Course descriptions)
14.Contribute to the development, review and implementation of the University’s academic rule sand regulations including examinations, students’ complaints, academic appeals and misconduct; 15.Coordination and management of examinations ,marking and processing of