Lecturer in Political Science (University of Botswana)

The Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Senior lecturer in Public Administration. Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. The candidate should be able to teach at least three of the following: Research Methods and Computer Applications; Public Sector Reforms; Public Sector Financial Management; Human Resources Management; Industrial Relations; Public Policy; Advanced Qualitative Methods; International Organizations, Development Management and Poverty Alleviation, and Local Government Management. The successful candidate must also be able to take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate and post graduate research work. The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined above. Requirements: Applicant must have: (i) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration or related discipline; (ii) Three (3) years University teaching experience; (iii) Minimum of six (6) pieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings etc.) published by recognized publishers. Four (4) of the Six (6) publications above must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized databases (iv) Demonstration of effective academic leadership, relevant teaching/research experience on Africa, and capacity to handle short-term executive training courses will be added advantages. (v) Evidence of governance, professional and social engagement is required. Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552556; Fax (267) 3185099; E-mail: fssvacancies@mopipi.ub.bw. On-line application form may be accessed from www.ub.bw under “Jobs” section. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. How to apply: Applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone (267) 3554894 Fax (267) 3185099; Email: fssvacancies@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 240, Office No. 135 (240/135). NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Closing date: Open until filled If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

The Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Senior lecturer in Public Administration.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. The candidate should be able to teach at least three of the following: Research Methods and Computer Applications; Public Sector Reforms; Public Sector Financial Management; Human Resources Management; Industrial Relations; Public Policy; Advanced Qualitative Methods; International Organizations, Development Management and Poverty Alleviation, and Local Government Management. The successful candidate must also be able to take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate and post graduate research work. The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined above.

Requirements: Applicant must have: (i) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration or related discipline; (ii) Three (3) years University teaching experience; (iii) Minimum of six (6) pieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings etc.) published by recognized publishers. Four (4) of the Six (6) publications above must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized databases (iv) Demonstration of effective academic leadership, relevant teaching/research experience on Africa, and capacity to handle short-term executive training courses will be added advantages. (v) Evidence of governance, professional and social engagement is required.

Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552556; Fax (267) 3185099; E-mail: fssvacancies@mopipi.ub.bw. On-line application form may be accessed from www.ub.bw under “Jobs” section. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.

How to apply: Applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone (267) 3554894 Fax (267) 3185099; Email: fssvacancies@ub.ac.bw.

Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 240, Office No. 135 (240/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing date: Open until filled

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